Bisell OptiClean 60A4 User Manual

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Maintenance and care
 
the post-motor HEPA media filter assists in 
the filtration process to return clean air to 
the room.
1.  Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet.
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.  Replace the post-motor HEPA media filter 
with a new filter.  
notE:  the post-motor filter is a white, 
pleated HEPA media filter.  this filter is not 
washable and must be replaced when it 
becomes dirty.
5.  Replace the filter door by inserting the two 
tabs at the bottom of the filter door, pushing 
down on the bottom of the filter door and 
pushing it back into the vacuum.
IMPoR tAnt : Make sure the dirt cup is 
empty before you replace or clean these 
filters.
1.  To remove the dirt cup HEPA filter, pull down 
on the front snap.
2.  Remove and replace as necessary. 
notE:  the dirt cup HEPA media filter is a 
white, pleated HEPA media filter.  this filter 
is  not washable and must be replaced 
when it becomes dirty.
Replacing the post-motor HEPA media filter
Post-Motor   
HEPA Media Filter
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Replacing the dirt cup HEPA media filter & cleaning the foam filter 
						

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Maintenance and care
3. The dirt cup foam filter is located between 
the bottom of the dirt cup and the HEPA   
filter. Once the HEPA 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.  To re-install the filters in the dirt cup, turn 
dirt cup upside down and replace the foam 
filter.  Then replace the HEPA filter by   
inserting the tabs on the back of the filter 
into the slots on the bottom of the dirt cup 
and snap the filter back into place.
Clearing clogs from the dirt cup
1.  To clear clogs from the dirt cup, remove the 
top cover and set aside.
2.  Empty the dirt into a garbage container.
3.  Reach down into the dirt cup cyclone 
chamber to clear any dirt or debris from the 
cyclone and empty into a garbage container.
4.  Remove the dirt cup HEPA and foam filters 
and set aside.
5.  Remove any dirt or debris from the cyclone 
chamber opening.
6.  If the holes in the cyclone appear to be 
clogged, place the cyclone chamber opening 
underneath running water and allow water 
to run through the holes in the cyclone to 
clear any clogs. Be sure to allow the entire 
dirt cup assembly to dry completely before 
replacing the dirt cup HEPA and foam filters.
Replacing the dirt cup HEPA media & cleaning the foam filter continued
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Cyclone   
Chamber 
Opening 
						

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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   Remedies
1.  Tools, flex hose and/or telescoping   1.  Remove each part and check for blockages
extension wand are blocked
2.   Filters are dirty   2.  Check and clean or replace all filters
3.   Dirt cup is full   3.  Empty dirt cup
4.   Dust bag is full   4.  Replace with new dust bag
5.   Swivel hose not securely attached to suction opening  5.  Make sure swivel hose is locked into 
    suction opening
vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction
Possible causes   Remedies
6.  Crack or hole in flex hose   6.  Check hose and replace if needed
7.   Air flow regulator or variable suction power  7.  Change to closed or maximum setting
control is set to open or minimum setting   
visible dust escaping from vacuum
Possible causes   Remedies
1.  Dirt cup is full   1. Empty dirt cup
2 .  Dust bag is full   2. Replace with new dust bag
3 .  Filters missing or installed incorrectly  3. Check all filters for correct installation
4 .  Filters are dirty   4. Check and clean or replace all filters
5 .  Flex hose is blocked   5. Remove hose and check for 
    blockages
6 .  Swivel hose not securely attached to suction opening  6. Make sure swivel hose is locked into 
    suction opening
7 .  Crack or hole in flex hose   7. Check hose and replace if needed
other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an   
authorized service representative.
t hank you for selecting a  bISSE ll product.
Please do not return this product to the store.             
WAR nIn G:   to reduce the risk of electric shock, 
turn power  off and disconnect 
plug from electrical outlet before 
performing maintenance or   
troubleshooting. 
						

							
Scoresby 3179
Victoria
Australia
42 Rocco Drive
0844-888-6644 
						

							Replacement parts - BISSELL OptiClean
Item Part no.  Part name
 1  203-7289  Dirt Cup Assembly
 2  203-7259  Dirt Cup hePA media Filter
 3  203-7258  Dirt Cup Foam Filter
 4  203-7263  Dust Bag (3pk)
 5  203-7260  Pre-motor Filter
 6  203-7261  Post-motor hePA media Filter
 7  203-7267  Floor Nozzle
 8  203-7257  Flexible hose with  handle
 9  203-7256  Telescoping extension Wand
10  203-7265  Upholstery Brush
11  203-7266  Dusting Brush Attachment
12  203-7264  Crevice Tool
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Scoresby 3179
Victoria
Australia
42 Rocco Drive
0844-888-6644