Bissell 3522-6 Manual

USER’S GUIDE
3522 SERIES
Safety Instructions3
Product Diagram4
Assembly Instructions5 
Operation / Special Tools6-7
Routine Maintenance7-10
Troubleshooting10-11
Warranty12
Replacement Parts11
Consumer Services12
PowerForce
® 

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Thanks For Buying A BISSELL PowerForce®
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL PowerForce Vacuum. Everything 
we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this 
powerful, high-tech home vacuuming system.
Your BISSELL PowerForce is well made, and we back it with a limited 
comprehensive 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 assistance.  
My...

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  IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic 
precautions should be observed, including 
the following: 
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 
BEFORE USING YOUR 
UPRIGHT VACUUM. 
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is 
wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in 
use and before conducting maintenance. 
   WARNING: To reduce 
the risk of fire, electric shock, 
or injury:
 ■
  Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a 
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
■
  Do not...

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Carrying
Handle
Crevice Tool
Combination 
Upholstery/Dusting 
Brush Tool Quick Reach
® Handle Hose ClipExtension 
Wand
Power Switch
Post-Motor
Filter Handle
Handle
Release 
Pedal
PowerfootPower Cord
Furniture Protection 
Guard Floor Surface 
SelectorQuick Release
™ 
Cord Wrap
Hose Wand
Suction Intake 
OpeningHose 
Bag Change 
Indicator 
(Select Models) Cord Clip
Tool Storage 
ClipsBag Door Twist ‘n 
Snap
™ 
Hose 
(Select 
Models)
 CAUTION: 
Do not plug in your vacuum 
cleaner until you are familiar...

How To Use This Guide
This User’s Guide has been designed to help you get 
the utmost satisfaction from your BISSELL PowerForce. 
You’ll find assembly and operating instructions, safety 
precautions, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting 
instructions. Please read this Guide thoroughly before 
assembling your vacuum cleaner. 
Pay particular attention to the product diagram, assembly 
instructions, and part names. Locate and organize all 
parts before assembly. Following this User’s Guide will...

Press the Handle Release Pedal with your foot to place your 
BISSELL PowerForce into one of three cleaning positions.
Upright- For storage and above floor cleaning with 
 special tools.
Normal Cleaning- Press Handle Release Pedal once. 
  Use for most household floor cleaning tasks.
Low Cleaning- With the vacuum in normal cleaning 
 position press Handle Release Pedal again. 
  Use for reaching under low furniture such as 
  tables, chairs and beds.
The Powerfoot/Rotating Floor Brush on your BISSELL...

Combination Upholstery/Dusting Brush Tool:
Two types of cleaning tools are included in one 
attachment: rotate for desired tool.
■ Use Brush side to dust furniture, blinds, books, 
 lamps, shelves.
■ Use Upholstery side for curtains, draperies, 
 cushions, fabrics.
Crevice Tool:
Use in tight narrow spaces.
Extension Wand:
Use with desired attachments for a longer reach.
NOTE: When using the Hose for above floor 
cleaning, make sure the Powerfoot does not 
tilt forward.
 When you are done using your...

Never reuse a Dust Bag.Use only BISSELL Style 7 Dust Bags in your BISSELL PowerForce. 
Style 7 EnviroFresh® Micro Filtration Dust Bags (# 30861) 
Style 7 Dust Bags (# 32120).
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
Pull the Bag Door outward to open. Set Bag Door aside.
Grasp Dust Bag Collar, and pull Collar from Connector 
Tube. Discard used Dust Bag.
Grasp new Dust Bag Collar and push firmly onto 
Connector Tube. Tuck in Dust Bag.
Replace Bag Door by placing tab on bottom of door into 
opening as shown....

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Clean strings, hair and other debris from Rotating Floor Brush, 
paying particular attention to brush ends.
Clean strings, hair and other debris from Motor Pulley and Drive 
Belt areas.
Check Drive Belt carefully for wear, cuts or stressed areas. 
Replace if worn.
Check Air Passageway for obstructions. Remove debris from 
this area.
Use only BISSELL Style 7 Replacement Belts (#32074) in your 
BISSELL PowerForce.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
With Rotating Floor Brush removed from vacuum...

Vacuum cleaner won’t run
Possible Causes Remedies
 Power cord not firmly plugged in    Check electrical plug.
  Blown fuse/tripped breaker    Check/Replace fuse or reset breaker.
Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt
Possible Causes Remedies
 Incorrect Height Adjustment    Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting.
  Hose not attached to suction opening    Grasp Hose Grip and firmly push onto 
    the base.
  Twist n Snap Hose not securely attached    Make sure Twist n Snap Hose is snapped 
      into the...