Bisell Healthy Home Vacuum 6100E User Manual

USER’S GUIDE6100 SERIES 220-240V
3Safety Instructions
4Product View
5Assembly
6-9 Operation
10-15 Maintenance and Care
16-17Troubleshooting
18Consumer Services
19Replacement Parts
20Warranty 

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Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction 
of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
We trust that it will bring you many years of satisfaction. It is backed with a 
limited two-year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,  
dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a   
question, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance,  
basic precautions should be observed,   
including the following:
REaD all  InStRUctIonS 
bEfoRE  USInG yoUR   
UPRIGHt V acUUM. 
WaRnInG: t o reduce   
the risk of fire, electric shock,   
or injury:
 
■	Use indoors only.
■  Do not leave machine when it is plugged in.
■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■ If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, 
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water,...

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Upper Handle
Hose
TurboBrush™
Crevice ToolDeluxe   
Metal  
Telescoping   
WandEasyEmpty™ 
Dirt Container
Headlight
Height   
Adjustment   
Dial
Brush
Furniture Protection 
Guard
Release Button
Carrying Handle
Filter Door Latch
Screen
HEPA Filter 
Cartridge (inside)
Filter Tray (foam 
filter inside)
Brush Window
Power Switch
Brush Switch
Hose Collar
Combination Brush
Lower Hose Clip
Handle Release 
Pedal
Quick Release 
Cord Wraps
Hose   
Wand
Wand Base
Diverter
Foot Hose
Power Cord...

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tool required: Phillips screwdriver
1.  Slide upper handle onto lower handle. Insert 
one screw into hole marked with an arrow 
and tighten until snug.
2.  Attach hose by lining up the tabs on the   
collar with the corresponding notches on   
the back of the vacuum as shown. Turn 
clockwise to lock the hose into place.
3.  Wrap the hose by routing it down and into 
the lower hose clip then up and over the top 
of the handle. Insert the hose wand fully into 
the hose...

Transporting your cleaner
Use the handle on the front to carry the cleaner 
or place the cleaner in the upright position and 
tip back to roll on the rear wheels.
Releasing the power cord
the upper and lower cord wraps rotate to allow 
for quick and easy removal of the power cord.
Fingertip power switch
the power button is located at the top of the 
vacuum handle. 
t o turn cleaner  on, press       button once. 
t o turn cleaner  off, press       button again.
note:  the rotating brush will not turn on...

Fingertip brush switch
the rotating brush is turned on or off using the 
switch at the side of the top of the handle.  the 
brush will start rotating when the unit is reclined. 
the brush should be on for most carpeted floors. 
y ou may want to turn the brush off for bare floor 
cleaning or other delicate surfaces.
t o turn the brush  on, press       button once.
t o turn the brush  off, press       button again.
Brush auto shut-off feature
When your cleaner is in the upright position, the 
brush will...

TurboBrush
Use rotating brush action for small areas such 
as stairs and upholstery.
note: Press gently when using the 
turbobrush to gain maximum cleaning. 
t oo much pressure could cause the brush 
to stop rotating.
Combination brush
Use longer soft bristles for dusting.
Remove long bristle portion and use shorter stiff 
bristles when agitation is needed to remove debris.
Crevice tool
Use in tight narrow spaces
Metal telescoping wand
Use with desired attachment for a longer reach.  to 
extend the wand,...

Emptying the dirt container
Empty the dirt container as soon as the dirt  
reaches the “full” line on the side of the container.
1.  Press the release button on top of the   
carrying handle to remove the dirt container.
2.  Choose an emptying method. Method #2 is   
recommended for allergy sufferers.
  Method #1 – hold the dirt container over 
trash can and push the emptying button to 
open the bottom (2a). Close the bottom after 
the dirt empties.
  Method #2 – place a plastic bag over the bottom 
of...

Cleaning the dirt container
additional steps can be taken to clean the dirt 
container as necessary.
1. Ensure the dirt container has been emptied.
2.  Remove the lower portion by pressing the 
front and back latches on the upper portion 
as shown.
3.  Clean the screen with a cloth or soft brush 
to remove dust or debris.
4.  If desired, the lower dirt container may be 
washed in warm water. Make sure it is   
completely dry before reassembling.
5.  To reassemble, hold the carry handle and 
place the...