Bisell Healthy Home Vacuum 61Z4 User Manual

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Maintenance and care
Replacing the hepa filter cartridge
the hepa filter cartridge should be 
replaced if machine performance is 
noticeably declining.  More or less 
frequent replacing may be required 
based on individual vacuuming habits 
and types of debris picked up.note: t o have the benefits of 
the airetight
™ hepa system, 
you must use the bissell hepa 
filter cartridge.
1. 
Remove the dirt container.
2. To remove the HEPA filter cartridge, push 
in on the front of the filter...

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Maintenance and care
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clearing clogs
low suction or poor pickup may 
be due to a clog in the vacuum 
cleaner. if you notice a change in 
the sound of the motor or a  
reduction in the spinning action in 
the dirt container, check for a clog.
if there is no suction or if suction is 
reduced at the hose, follow these 
steps to check for and clear the clog:
1. Turn power switch off.
2.  Unplug vacuum from electrical outlet.
3.  Check the pre-motor filter and clean 
as necessary (see...

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Maintenance and care
10.clearing clogs continued
if suction is normal at the hose, follow 
these steps to check for and clear the 
clog for floor cleaning:
10. Check the foot hose for clogs. If you are 
not able to tell from the outside if a clog is 
present, remove the bottom 3 screws from 
the diverter cover to loosen and straighten 
the foot hose.
  Remove any clogs found and fully reassemble 
the cleaner before attempting to check suction 
again or using the vacuum.
thermal motor...

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Maintenance and care
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brush reset
if something becomes lodged in the 
foot and the brush shuts off, turn the 
vacuum off and unplug from the outlet. 
Remove the obstruction. the brush will 
automatically reset when the cleaner is 
plugged in and turned back on.
if the vacuum does not restart then turn 
the vacuum off and unplug from outlet. 
Wait 30 minutes while the motor cools. 
the thermal protector automatically 
resets and cleaning may continue.
brush maintenance
the rotating...

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Maintenance and care
changing the light bulb
1. Turn power switch off.
2.  Unplug vacuum from electrical outlet.
3.  Recline handle for easier access to light 
bulb and remove 2 screws to lift off lens.
4.  Remove the bulb by grasping bulb and 
pulling straight out of the socket. Install 
the new bulb by pushing gently into the 
socket until the bulb snaps into place.
turbobrush™ t ool maintenance
the t urbobrush t ool should be checked 
regularly for clogs or debris wrapping 
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Troubleshooting
16Vacuum cleaner won’t turn on
possible causes 
Remedies
1. Power cord not plugged in  1. Check electrical plug
2.  Blown fuse/tripped breaker  2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker
3.  Thermal protector activated  3. Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, (pg. 13)
4.  Handle not fully attached  4. Remove handle and reinstall
brush not rotating
possible causes  Remedies
1. Brush switch turned to “Off”  1. Make sure brush switch is in “On” position
2.  Vacuum is in upright...

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Troubleshooting
Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push
possible causes Remedies
1. Incorrect height setting  1. Turn dial to higher setting
Visible dust escaping from cleaner
possible causes  Remedies
1. Filter door and or gasket missing  1. Check filter door and gasket   
or not installed properly      
2.  Foam filter missing or not installed properly   2. Check foam filter for correct installation
3.    HEPA filter cartridge missing or not installed properly  3. Check HEPA filter...

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Replacement parts - BISSELL vacuum
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you may purchase parts from your retailer, by calling bissell  
consumer services or by visiting our website. below is a list of com-
mon replacement parts*. While not all of these parts may have come 
with your specific model, they are available for purchase if desired.  
please note, all attachments may not store on board your vacuum.
Item  Part No.  Part Name
 1  48G7   HEPA Filter Cartridge
 2  63M7  Foam Filter
 3  203-1362  TurboBrush Tool
™
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Warranty - BISSELL Healthy Home Vacuum™ 
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have oth\
er rights which may 
vary from country to country. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have 
questions regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by tele-
phone, or regular post as described below, or contact your local in country distriutor.
Limited Two Year Warranty
Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified...

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if your bissell product should require service:Call BISSELL Consumer Services at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a 
BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. If you have questions about your warranty or 
need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
Or visit the...