Earn BISSELL Rewards! Register your product today! See details on back page ® USER'S GUIDE 66T6 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5-6 Assembly 6-8 Operations 9-12 Maintenance and Care 13 Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 14 Accessories 15 Warranty 16 Product Registration 16 Consumer Services
Thanks for buying a BISSELL OptiClean® Bagless Canister Vacuum We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL OptiClean cyclonic bagless canister vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your BISSELL canister vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one year warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your canister VACUUM. Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Do not leave cleaner when it is plugged in. ■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
Product view Handle Air Flow Regulator Flex Hose Carry Handle Swivel Hose Telescoping Extension Wand Easy Empty Dirt Cup Clean Filter Indicator Power Button Brush Switch Automatic Cord Rewind Button Variable Suction Power Control Post-Motor HEPA Media Filter Upholstery Tool 4 Crevice Tool www.bissell.com Dusting Brush Attachment Multi-Surface Floor Nozzle CAUTION: Do not plug in your vacuum until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures. 800.237.
Assembly 1. Connect swivel hose by squeezing both locking buttons and inserting it into the suction opening on the canister. Once the swivel hose is inserted in the suction opening, release the locking buttons. 2. Connect telescoping extension wand to the handle end of the flex hose. Twist slightly to tighten. 3. Connect floor nozzle to the end of the telescoping extension wand. Twist slightly to tighten. 4. Once assembled, you can store your vacuum in one of two positions: A.
Operations Power cord The power cord is located at the rear of the vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord, watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the power cord once the yellow line is visible. There is also a red line, which indicates the end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power cord out beyond the red line. Automatic Cord Rewind Button Automatic cord rewind Your vacuum is equipped with an automatic cord rewind.
Operations Special tools Your BISSELL OptiClean is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a versatile bare floor vacuum cleaner and above floor vacuum cleaner when you select one of the special tools. Floor nozzle: Use to vacuum carpets, rugs and bare floors. Swivel head turns to get into tight spaces and fits under cabinets. Tip: Before cleaning under low furniture, check area first for objects that might harm the unit or block the hose. 1. Brush Up 1.
Operations Variable suction power control The variable suction power control is located on the back of the vacuum. Turn the control toward the larger dots for maximum suction. Turn the control toward the smaller dots to minimize suction for lightly soiled areas or delicate fabrics. Air flow regulator Open the air flow regulator by sliding the regulator back towards the handle to an open position to reduce suction for delicate fabrics.
Maintenance and care Emptying the dirt cup 2. 1. Turn vacuum OFF ( ). Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Open the dirt cup compartment by lifting up the door latch on the front of the vacuum. 3. Lift the dirt cup assembly out from the vacuum. 4. Remove the top cover from the dirt cup assembly by unfastening the latch, raising the front edge and removing the top cover from of the rear hinges. Set the top cover aside. 5. Empty the dirt into a garbage container. 4a. 4b. 6. 6.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter NOTICE: The pre-motor filter protects the motor from dirt and dust particles. This product is intended for household 1. Turn vacuum OFF ( ). Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Open the dirt cup compartment by lifting up the door latch on the front of the vacuum. Lift out the dirt cup. 3. Remove the filter frame from the filter holder by grasping the lip of the frame and pulling up. 4.
Maintenance and care Replacing the post-motor HEPA media filter The post-motor HEPA media filter assists in the filtration process to return clean air to the room. 1. Turn vacuum OFF ( ). Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. 2. Remove the filter door (located on the back of the vacuum) by pulling down on the filter door and pulling it toward you. 3. Remove the post-motor HEPA media filter by grasping the lip of the filter frame and pulling out toward you. 4.
Maintenance and care Replacing dirt cup HEPA media filter & cleaning the foam filter 3. The dirt cup foam filter is located between the bottom of the dirt cup and the HEPA media filter. Once the HEPA media filter has been removed, the foam filter can then be removed and cleaned or replaced as needed. To clean the foam filter, wash with warm water and a mild detergent. Be sure to air dry completely before replacing this filter back in the dirt cup. 4.
Troubleshooting WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Vacuum cleaner won’t run Possible causes Remedies 1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Power button is not pressed down 2. Press power button down Vacuum cleaner won't pick up or low suction Possible causes 1. Remedies Tools, flex hose and/or telescoping extension wand are blocked 1.
Replacement parts - BISSELL canister vacuum Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Part No. 203-7289 203-7259 203-7258 203-7260 203-7261 203-7267 203-7257 203-7256 203-7265 203-7266 203-7264 Part Name Dirt Cup Assembly Dirt Cup HEPA Media Filter Dirt Cup Foam Filter Pre-Motor Filter Post-Motor HEPA Media Filter Floor Nozzle Flexible Hose with Handle Telescoping Extension Wand Upholstery Brush Dusting Brush Attachment Crevice Tool 1 2 5 6 7 9 10 11 14 www.bissell.com 3 4 8 800.237.
Warranty - BISSELL OptiClean® This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below. Limited One Year Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
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