Bisell Easy Vac Bagless Vacuum 3130 User Manual

Easy Vac®  
BAGLESS VACUUM
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Safety Instructions
Product View
Assembly
Operations
Maintenance and Care
Troubleshooting
Consumer Services
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USER’S GUIDE
3130 SERIES
Replacement Parts15
Warranty
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Easy Vac®
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Easy Vac bare floor and carpet vacuum. 
Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction 
of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your Easy Vac is well made, and we back it with a limited one-year warranty.   
We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer 
Services department, so, should you ever have a problem, you’ll receive 
fast, considerate...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic  
precautions should be observed, including the 
following: 
R Ea D  all  In StRU ctIon S 
bEfoRE  USInG yoUR   
UpRIGht V acUUM. 
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider 
than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and 
before conducting maintenance. 
  WaRnInG: t o reduce the 
risk of fire, electric shock,   
or injury:
 ■   Do not  modify the polarized plug to fit a...

Cord HookQuick Release™  
Cord Wrap
Power Switch   
Pedal 25' Power Cord
Hose Holder
Foot Hose
Dusting BrushCrevice Tool
Stretch Hose
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Product view
Carrying Handle
Easy Empty™ 
Dirt Cup
Inner and Outer   
Circular Filters
7 Amp Motor Dirt Cup  
Release   
Handle
Upper Tank
Lower TankDetent Lever
Primary Separator
Looped Handle 

Dusting Brush
Stretch Hose
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this user’s guide has been designed to help 
you get the utmost satisfaction from your 
Easy Vac. you’ll find assembly and operating 
instructions, safety precautions, as well as 
maintenance and troubleshooting instruc-
tions.  please read this guide thoroughly before 
assembling your vacuum cleaner. 
Pay particular attention to the product diagram, 
assembly instructions, and part names. Locate 
and organize all parts before assembly....

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Special tools
your  bISSE ll Easy Vac is not only a powerful   
carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a   
versatile above floor vacuum cleaner when you 
select one of the special tools.
1.  Raise handle to upright position.
2.  Grasp hose and remove from hose holder.
3.  Attach tools by firmly pushing onto vacuum 
hose.
crevice  tool: 
Use in tight narrow spaces.
Dusting  brush: 
Use to dust upholstery, drapes, blinds, shelves, 
baseboards, and much more.
*note:  brush...

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Using your cleaner
1. Remove the plastic plug guard and dispose. 
2.  Unclip polarized plug from power cord.
3.  Rotate the Quick Release cord wrap towards   
floor and slip power cord from upper and lower 
cord wraps.
4.  Connect power cord plug to a polarized outlet.
5.  To keep the power cord out of your way 
while cleaning, place it in the cord hook by 
the top of the vacuum.
Power Switch pedal
the red power switch pedal is located on the 
back of the cleaner, under the...

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How to maintain your Vacuum 
to maintain maximum cleaning performance, the 
following maintenance steps must be performed:
1.  Clean the dirt tank if any visible clogs occur.
2.  Empty the dirt cup when the dirt reaches the 
“Full” line on the side.
3.  Check the inner and outer circular filters, 
and the pre-motor filter at least once a 
month and clean or replace as needed.
4.  Check rotating floor brush frequently, 
remove any strings, hair or debris that might...

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1. Turn off vacuum and unplug it from electrical 
outlet.
2.  Remove dirt cup by pulling the dirt cup 
release handle. Then lift dirt cup out.
3.  Grasp the lower tank located at the bottom of 
the dirt cup and twist toward the unlock posi-
tion to remove it.
4.  Grasp the circular filters and twist to unlock. 
Pull straight up to remove. 
5.  Separate the outer foam and the inner   
pleated circular filters. Wash them by hand 
in warm water....

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Cleaning the pre-motor filter
the pre-motor filter protects the motor from 
debris. It is the small, round filter located   
underneath the dirt cup, right above the motor. 
1.  Turn off vacuum and unplug it from   
electrical outlet. 
2.  Remove dirt cup by pulling the dirt cup 
release handle. Then lift dirt cup out. 
3.  Remove the small round pre-motor filter 
located on the base of the vacuum. 
4.  Remove any dust or debris from the filter. 
Rinse well under warm...