Bisell PowerLifter Pet Upright Vacuum Cleaner 15211 User Manual

POWERLIFTER
™
USER GUIDE
1521 SERIES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS   
BEFORE USING YOUR VACUUM.   
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 
aged from 8 years and above and 
 
persons with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities or lack of 
 
experience and knowledge if they have 
been given supervision or instruction...

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL 
vacuum. Everything we know about 
floor care went into the design and 
construction of this complete,   
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, 
and we back it with a limited   
five-year warranty. We also stand 
behind it with a knowledgeable,   
dedicated Consumer Care   
department, so, should you ever   
have a problem, you’ll receive fast, 
considerate assistance.
My...

1.  Handle
2.     Pet TurboEraser™ Tool or  
TurboBrush™ Tool (select models)
3.  Dirt Tank Release Button
4.   Dirt Tank 
5.    Hose Wand Base  
(remove to use tools)
6.   Pre-Motor  Filter   
(located under dirt tank)
7.     Post Motor Filter Door Access 
8.  Height Adjustment Knob
9.  OnePass™ Brush Roll
10.  Stretch Hose 
11.  Power Cord 
12.    Crevice Tool or Pet Crevice Tool 
(select models) 
13.  Extension Wand 
14.  Hose Clip
15.  Power Switch 
16.  Detent Pedal 
17.    Pet Hair Eraser™ Tool...

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Assembly
You will need a Phillips screwdriver for assembly. 
Attach handle
1. Locate the handle and the two screws   
taped to the handle. 
2.  Slide the handle downward over the body   
of the vacuum. 
3.  Insert two screws and fasten using screwdriver.
Attach hose and tools
1. Remove hose from package 
2. Insert the hose with elbow end facing   
downwards and align locking tab with slot. 
3.  Rotate clockwise until snapped into place 
4.  Take the opposite end and use the hose...

Operations
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Remove cord from unit by twisting cord wrap and 
plug into outlet. 
To power on the vacuum, push the RED POWER 
SWITCH located near the bottom of the appliance 
on the back side of the vacuum. Push the pedal 
on ON (I) to vacuum, and OFF (O) when cleaning 
is complete. 
For normal cleaning mode, push downward on 
detent pedal with foot and recline the vacuum. 
For low, hard to reach areas, push the detent 
pedal again and the vacuum will recline even 
lower from normal...

Tools
With the vacuum in upright position, remove 
the lower hose end from the foot of the vacuum 
and from both hose clips. Attach desired tool by 
firmly inserting the tool into the hose end. 
Pet TurboEraser™ Tool Remove tool by pulling away and downwards 
from vacuum. 
Use rotation brush action for small flat areas 
such as stairs and cushions. Press gently down 
and pull towards you in raking motion; too much 
pressure will cause brush to stop rotating. The 
brush easily stores on the handle.
NOTE:...

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Operations
Empty Dirt Tank
For best performance, empty when the dirt 
reaches the full line on the container. 
1. Turn POWER OFF and unplug from outlet 
2.  Remove tank by pressing the release button 
on the tank handle. 
3.  Visually check the pre-motor filter located 
directly under the dirt tank. If there is debris, 
follow filter instructions in the maintenance 
section. 
4.  Grasp handle on back of the tank with one 
hand and the top handle with the other. 
5.  Over a trash...

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Maintenance & Care
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EASY MAINTENACE VIDEOS. 
To maintain best performance, check and clean 
your filters regularly. If you notice a decrease, 
in performance check your filters by following 
these steps. It is recommended to check your   
filters as often as you check and clean your   
dryers lint trap.
Pre-Motor Filter 
1.  The pre-motor filter is located directly   
under the dirt tank. 
2.  Remove dirt tank by pressing release   
button...

Checking the rotating floor brush  
roll and drive belt 
Check your vacuum’s rotating floor brush   
and drive belt regularly for wear or damage.
1.  Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord   
from electrical outlet.
2.  Place handle in low position, remove hose   
end from foot and turn the vacuum over so   
bottom side is facing up. 
3.  Using a long Phillips screwdriver remove   
the 7 screws and rotate unit back to front.
NOTE: For ease of screw removal and replace-
ment, use a magnetic Phillips...