Bisell Pet Hair Eraser 42H5 User Manual

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USER'S GUIDE
42H5 SERIES 220-240V
Safety Instructions
Product View
Assembly
Operations
Maintenance and Care
TroubleshootingReplacement Parts3
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9-12 13
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Warranty
Consumer Services15
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Vacuum 
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser vacuum.  
Everything we know about floor care went into the design and  
construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser cylinder vacuum 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
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When using an electrical appliance, 
basic precautions should be observed, 
including the following: 
REAd ALL   
INSTRUCTIONS  
BEFORE USIN g YOUR  
CYLINdER VACUUM. 
 
   WARNIN g: To  
reduce the risk of fire, 
electric shock, or injury:
 ■  Unplug from outlet when not in use 
■ Use indoors only.
■ For dry pick up 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...

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Telescoping 
Extension WandHandle
Air Flow Regulator
Easy Empty™ 
Dirt Cotainer
Product view
Flex Hose
CAUTION:   Do not plug in your  
vacuum until you 
are familiar with all 
instructions and  
operating procedures.
Upholstery ToolCrevice Tool Wide Pet 
TurboBrush™ Tool
Dusting Brush
Pet Contour Tool
™
Hose Connector
Multi Surface 
Floor Nozzle
Brush Switch  

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Assembly 
1. Connect the hose to the vacuum by 
inserting the hose connector into the 
suction opening on the bottom front 
of the vacuum.  Push in until it clicks 
into the locked position.
2. Connect the telescoping extension 
wand to the handle end of the hose.
3. Connect the floor nozzle foot onto 
the telescoping extension wand.
4. Attach the tool holder onto the top 
portion of the extension wand.  
Place the tools onto the tool holder 
for storage.
5. To extend the telescoping...

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Operations
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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
Your vacuum is equipped with an 
automatic cord rewind. When cleaning 
is finished, press the power button 
OFF (    ) and grasp the plug to...

Power button
Turn the power ON or OFF by pressing 
lightly downward on the power button 
(   ).
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. This will...

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Operations
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Special tools
Your BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser™ is 
not only a powerful carpet and rug 
vacuum cleaner, it’s also a versatile 
bare floor and above floor vacuum 
cleaner when you select one of the 
special tools.
1. Floor Nozzle:
  Use to vacuum carpets, rugs and bare 
floors.  Swivel head turns to get into 
tight spaces and fits under cabinets.
A.  To vacuum carpets and rugs, push the brush 
switch to the carpet position.  This will pull 
the brushes up into the floor nozzle....

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Maintenance and care
Emptying the dirt container
Empty the dirt container as soon as 
the dirt reaches the “FULL” lines on 
the sides of the dirt container.
1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical 
outlet.
2.  Press the dirt container release button 
located on the back of the carry handle 
and lift up to remove.
3.  Choose an emptying method. Method 
#2 is recommended for allergy sufferers.
Method #1 – Hold the dirt container over  a trash can and push the emptying  
button located on...

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Maintenance and care
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4. Remove the inner cyclone by grasping the 
bottom of the cyclone and turning clockwise 
to unlock. Pull straight down to remove. Clean 
with a cloth to remove dust and debris
5.  Remove the screen by pulling straight 
down. Clean with a cloth or a soft brush to 
remove dust and debris.
6.  The tank may also be wiped clean with a 
damp cloth. Make sure the tank is   
completely dry before reassembling.
7.  To reassemble, hold the carry handle and 
place the...