Bissell 6585c Manual

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USER'S GUIDE
6585 SERIES
Safety Instructions3
Product View4-5
Assembly6
Operations7-8
Maintenance and Care9-12 
Troubleshooting13
Replacement Parts14
Warranty15
Product Registration16
Consumer Care16         

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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 powerful, 
high-tech home vacuuming system. 
Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one 
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 great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper...

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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...

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Product View
Handle
Powerfoot
Furniture 
Protection 
Guard
Height 
Adjustment 
Knob
Post-Motor   
Filter* 
Lock ’n Seal™ Lever Inner and Outer 
Circular FiltersUpper Tank
Quick Release™ 
Cord Wrap
Power Cord
Primary Separator TurboBrush® Tool
Easy Empty™ 
Dirt Container
Lower 
Filter Cup    

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Product View
Carrying
Handle
Power Switch Crevice Tool
Handle 
Release   
Pedal Stretch Hose 
Extension Wand
Combination 
Dusting Brush/ 
Upholstery Tool
Hose Wand
Hose   
Wand Base
Foot Hose Hose Clip
Cord Clip    

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Assembly 
Attach handle to vacuum
1. Locate handle and remove screw packet 
taped to the base of the handle. 
2. Stand the vacuum upright and place the 
base of the handle firmly into the grooves 
at the top of the vacuum body. 
3. Insert the two (2) screws into the existing 
holes on each side and tighten securely.
Attach vacuum hose and tools
4. Line up tabs on the base of the Twist 
‘n Snap™ hose with the corresponding 
notches on the hose collar. Turn the hose 
to the right to lock into place.
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Operations
Power Switch
The red power switch is located on the 
bottom left of the back side of the unit. 
Press gently with foot to turn power ON 
and OFF.
Power Cord
When you are finished vacuuming, return 
to upright position and store power cord. 
1. Turn vacuum OFF.2. Unplug power cord by grasping the 
polarized plug (NOT the cord) and 
disconnect from outlet. 
3. Loop power cord around cord wraps on 
side of vacuum and clip molded plug to 
power cord to secure.
Handle Positions 
The handle...

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Operations
Height Adjustments
Turn knob on Powerfoot to adjust to 
one of 5 Height Adjustments. If knob 
is difficult to turn, tilt the cleaner back 
slightly to take the weight off the foot 
while turning. 
Lowest Setting: For low pile carpet and 
barefloors.
Medium Setting: For medium pile carpet.
Highest Setting: For high pile and most shag 
carpet. Adjust to high setting if difficult to push. 
Tools
Attach desired tool to hose cleaning  
above floor surfaces. 
1. Remove Hose: With vacuum in upright...

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Maintenance and Care
To maximize performance and extend life 
of your vacuum it is very important to 
perform the following maintenance steps. 
Empty Easy Empty™  
Dirt Container
Empty when dirt reaches the “Full” line on 
the container
1. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from 
electrical outlet.
2. Slide Lock ‘n Seal lever to “Unlock” position.  
3. Grasp dirt cup portion handle and pull 
straight out to remove from vacuum and 
empty. 
4. Place dirt container back in the vacuum and 
slide lever to...

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Maintenance and Care
Cleaning the pre-motor filter
The pre-motor filter protects the motor  
from debris. 
1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord 
from electrical outlet.
2. The pre motor filter is located underneath 
the filter cup in the center of the round 
part of the Lock ‘n Seal lever.
3. Remove the small round filter and 
any debris on top of it. Rinse under 
warm water; air dry completely before 
replacing. 
Replacing the post-motor filter 
The post-motor filter assists in the filtration...