Bissell 50c91 Manual

USER’S GUIDE50C9 SERIES
3Safety Instructions
4Product View
5Assembly
6-9 Operation
10-15 Maintenance and Care
16-17Troubleshooting
18Consumer Services
19Replacement Parts
20Warranty
VACUUM 

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Thank you for buying a BISSELL Heavy Duty Vacuum 
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Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction 
of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
We trust that it will bring you many years of satisfaction. It is backed with a 
limited five-year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,  
dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a   
question, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic  
precautions should be observed, including   
the following: 
R Ea D  all  In StRUC tIon S 
bEfoRE  USInG yoUR   
UpRIGht V aCUUM. 
 
Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider 
than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in use and 
before conducting maintenance. 
   
  WaRnInG:
 t o reduce   
the risk of fire, electric shock,   
or injury:
 ■  Do not  modify the polarized plug to fit a   
non-polarized outlet or...

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Upper Handle
Hose
TurboBrush®
Crevice Tool
T elescoping   
Extension   
WandDirt Container
Headlight
Height   
Adjustment   
Dial
Brush
Furniture Protection 
Guard
Release Button
Carrying Handle
Filter Door Latch
Screen
HEPA Filter 
Cartridge (inside)
Filter Tray (foam 
filter inside)
Brush Window
Power Switch
Brush Switch
Hose Collar
Upholstery Brush
Lower Hose Clip
Handle Release 
Pedal
Quick Release™ 
Cord Wraps
Hose   
Wand
Wand Base
Diverter
Foot Hose
Power Cord...

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tool required:  phillips screwdriver
1.  Slide upper handle onto lower handle. Insert 
one screw into hole marked with an arrow 
and tighten until snug.
2.  Attach hose by lining up the tabs on the   
collar with the corresponding notches on   
the back of the vacuum as shown. Turn 
clockwise to lock the hose into place.
3.  Wrap the hose by routing it down and into 
the lower hose clip then up and over the top 
of the handle. Insert the hose wand fully into 
the hose...

Transporting your cleaner
Use the handle on the front to carry the cleaner 
or place the cleaner in the upright position and 
tip back to roll on the rear wheels.
Releasing the power cord
the upper and lower cord wraps rotate to allow 
for quick and easy removal of the power cord.
Fingertip power switch
the power button is located at the top of the 
vacuum handle. 
t o turn cleaner on, press       button once. 
t o turn cleaner  off, press       button again.
note:  the rotating brush will not turn on...

Height adjustment
there are seven height settings available for 
various floor surfaces. turn the dial on the foot of 
the cleaner to the desired setting.
lowest setting –  for bare floors.
Medium settings –  for short and medium pile 
carpets.
high setting –  for plush carpet.
note: for optimal cleaning performance, 
adjust to the lowest practical setting.  If 
your cleaner is difficult to push, adjust to 
the next higher setting.
If the dial is difficult to turn, tilt the cleaner   
back slightly to...

Using the tools
1 Make sure the cleaner is in the upright 
position.
2.   Remove the hose wand from the wand 
base. This automatically diverts the   
suction to the hose. Unwind the hose from 
the cleaner.
note:  to help prevent the machine from   
tipping, the hose should remain in the 
bottom hose clip.  
3.   Use the hose and wand alone or attach 
any of the tools to the end of the hose 
wand.
TurboBrush
Use rotating brush action for small areas such 
as stairs and upholstery.
note:  press gently when...

Emptying the dirt container
Empty the dirt container as soon as the dirt  
reaches the “full” line on the side of the container.
1.  Press the release button on top of the   
carrying handle to remove the dirt container.
2.  Choose an emptying method. 
  Method #1 – hold the dirt container over 
trash can and push the emptying button to 
open the bottom (2a). Close the bottom after 
the dirt empties.
  Method #2 – place a plastic bag over the bottom 
of the dirt container. Push the emptying button...

Cleaning the dirt container
additional steps can be taken to clean the dirt 
container as necessary.
1. Ensure the dirt container has been emptied.
2.  Remove the lower portion by pressing the 
front and back latches on the upper portion 
as shown.
3.  Clean the screen with a cloth or soft brush 
to remove dust or debris.
4.  If desired, the lower dirt container may be 
washed in warm water. Make sure it is   
completely dry before reassembling.
5.  To reassemble, hold the carry handle and 
place the...