Bisell Powerforce 300 Rewind 3243e User Manual

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POWERFORCE 
®300 
REWIND 
USER GUIDE  

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS   
BEFORE USING YOUR \fACUUM.   
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be 
observed, including the following: 
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC   
SHOCK, OR INJURY:
»   This appliance can be used by children 
a\fed from 8 years and abo\be and 
 
persons with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities or lack of 
 
experience and knowled\fe if they ha\be 
been \fi\ben super\bision or...

Quick Start Guide
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CARTON CONTENTS
A.  Vacuum Base
B.  Ha\fdle
C.  Sc\bews (2)
D.  Hose Wa\fd Clip
E.  Tu\bboB\bush
® Pet tool 
 (o\f select models)
*Note: C\bevice tool is located i\fside Exte\fsio\f Wa\fd
F.  Dusti\fg B\bush
G.  Hose
H.  C\bevice Tool*
I.  Exte\fsio\f Wa\fd
J.  Pet Hai\b Co\b\fe\b Tool 
 
(o\f select models)
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Assembly
1.  Slide handle onto machine \fase
2.  Screw 2 screws into e\bisting holes with Phillips-head...

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum
We’re \flad you purchased a BISSELL 
\bacuum. E\berythin\f we know about 
floor care went into the desi\fn and 
construction of this complete,   
hi\fh-tech home cleanin\f system.
Your BISSELL \bacuum is well made, 
and we back it with a limited   
two-year warranty. We also stand 
behind it with a knowled\feable,   
dedicated Consumer Care   
department, so, should you e\ber   
ha\be a problem, you’ll recei\be fast, 
considerate assistance.
My...

1 Handle
2 Power switch**
3  Tank Release Button
4  Carry Handle
5  Suction Power Indicator**
6  Lid Release Button
7    Pre-Motor Filter (located 
inside Dirt Tank lid) 8   
Bottom Easy Empty™  
Dirt Tank
9  Cord Rewind
10  Post-Motor Filter
11  Height Adjustment Knob
12  Brush Roll On/Off**
13   Furniture Protection Guard** 14 Powerfoot
15 
Cord Clip
16    TurboBrush™ Pet Tool**
17  Upper Hose Wrap
18  Dusting Brush
19  Stretch Hose
20  Crevice Tool (Grey) 21 
Extension Wand
22  Extension Wand Clip
23...

Assembly
The only tool you’ll need to assem\fle your  
vacuum cleaner is a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Attach handle to vacuum
1.  Locate the vacuum handle and remove the 
screw packet taped to the handle. The screw 
packet contains two screws of equal length.
2.  Stand the vacuum upright and slide the   
\fase of the handle firmly into the opening at   
the top of the vacuum \fody.
3.  Check to \fe sure the handle is fitted to the 
vacuum \fody. If there are any gaps \fetween   
the handle and the vacuum...

Power switch
The Power switch on the 3243 series is located 
on the left side of the vacuum. Push the rocker 
switch “ON” (I) to vacuum, and “OFF” (O) when 
cleaning is complete. 
NOTE: You can find your model number on the 
back, bottom side of the vacuum on the white 
sticker by the UL rating. 
Handle position
Press the handle release pedal with your  
foot to place your vacuum into one of three 
cleaning positions.
1. Upright – For storage and a\fove floor   
cleaning with tools.
2. Norma\f c\feaning...

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Operations
Special tools
Your BISSELL vacuum is not only a powerful   
carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a   
versatile a\fove floor vacuum cleaner when   
you select one of the special tools.
1.  Raise handle to upright position.
2.  Grasp the hose wand and separate from the 
hose wand \fase.
3.  Attach tools \fy firmly pushing onto vacuum 
hose or e\btension wand.
   a. Crevice Too\f Use in tight narrow spaces.
    b. Dusting Brush  Use \frush to dust   
furniture,...

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Maintenance & Care
 
To maintain ma\bimum cleaning performance, the 
following maintenance steps must \fe performed:
1. Empty the dirt tank when the dirt reaches the 
“Full” line on the side. (See page 10)
2.  Check the pre-motor filter at least once a 
month and clean or replace as needed. To access 
the pre-motor filter, remove the Easy Empty 
dirt tank from the vacuum \fase and push the 
lid release \futton located on the carry handle. 
Remove the foam filter from the filter...

Maintenance & Care
Empty Dirt Tank
The dirt tank needs to \fe emptied when the dirt 
reaches the “Full” line on the side of the tank.
1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
2.  Remove the Easy Empty dirt tank from the 
vacuum \fase \fy pushing the tank release \futton.
3.  Hold the dirt tank over a gar\fage container. 
Press the \fottom lid release \futton on the \fack 
of the dirt tank to empty dirt.
4.  Mount the Easy Empty dirt tank \fack on the 
vacuum \fase.
NOTE: The dirt tank may be washed in...