Bissell 82g7h Manual
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2Thank You USER'S GUIDE 82G7 SERIES Safety Instructions Product View Assembly Operations Maintenance and Care Troubleshooting Consumer ServicesReplacement Parts3 4 5-6 6-9 10-16 17 20 18 Warranty Product Registration19 20 Earn BISSELL Rewards! Register your product today! See details on back page
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www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: REAd ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USINg YOUR 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 leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. ■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. ■ Unplug before attaching TurboBrush. ■ Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. ■ Do not allow children to operate vacuum cleaner or use as a toy. ■ Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. ■ Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s Guide. ■ Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. ■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug. ■ If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left out- doors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an authorized service center. ■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. ■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. ■ Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with wet hands. ■ Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow. ■ Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. ■ Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner. ■ Use extra care when cleaning stairs. ■ Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapors. ■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.). ■ Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors. ■ Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc. ■ Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. ■ Do not use without filters in place. ■ Use only on dry, indoor surfaces. ■ Keep appliance on a level surface. ■ Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZEd PLUg. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. This model is for household use only.
www.bissell.com 800.237.76914 Product view Handle TurboBrush® Power Switch Clean Filter Indicator (Select Models Only) Easy Empty™ Dirt Container Headlight Height Adjustment Knob Foot Window Washable Pre-Motor Filter Scuff Resistant Bumper Carrying Handle Lock ‘n Seal® Lever Post Motor Filter Wide Cleaning Foot Upper Tank Power Cord Quick Release™ Cord Wraps Crevice Tool Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Twist ‘n Snap™ Hose Handle Release Pedal Curved Hose Wand Hose Wand Base Extension Wand Hose and Cord Clip Stretch Hose Lower Hose Clip Debris Barrier
Assembly The only tool you’ll need to assemble your vacuum cleaner is a Phillips screwdriver. Attach handle to vacuum 1. Locate the handle and cord wrap. Remove the screw packet taped to the handle. 2. Stand the vacuum upright and from the rear of the unit, slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body. 3. IMPORTANT – before inserting the screws into the handle, slide the cord wrap into the handle. 4. Ensure that the handle and cord wrap are firmly fit to the vacuum body. If there are any gaps, continue to push firmly until the handle and cord wrap are flush. 5. Insert 2 of the screws provided (3 total) into the existing holes, attaching the cord wrap and handle to the body of the vac- uum. Tighten securely with a screwdriver. 6. Attach the hose and cord clip by snap- ping it into the handle of the unit. Secure it by inserting the screw provided. 7. Attach the lower hose clip by snapping it into place and twisting to the right. WARNING: Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from babies and children. 5 CAUTION: Do not plug in your vacuum until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures. Curved Hose Wand Hose Wand Base 2. 3. 7. 6. www.bissell.com 800.237.7691
www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Assembly 6 Attach vacuum hose and tools 1. Line up the tabs on the base of the Twist ‘n Snap hose with the corresponding notches on the hose collar as shown. 2. Turn the Twist ‘n Snap hose to the left to lock the hose into place. 3. Connect the curved hose wand to the hose. Grasping the curved hose wand, slide the end of the curved hose wand onto the hose wand base. Snap the hose into the hose clip. NOTE: The vacuum will not operate effectively unless the curved hose wand is firmly attached. 4. Slide the extension wand and crevice tool together into the storage clip. 5. Slide the dusting brush/upholstery tool into the storage clip. 6. Store TurboBrush on the front of the han- dle by lining up the TurboBrush base with the base of the holder then push back to snap into place. Power switch The power switch is located just below the handle on the front of the vacuum. Push the rocker switch “ON” (I) to vacuum, and “OFF” (O) when cleaning is complete. CAUTION: Before using your vacuum, make sure that the dust bag and all filters (pre-motor and post-motor) are in place. Do not operate your vacuum without the dust bag and filters. NOTICE: For above floor cleaning, the floor brush will continue to rotate but is raised above floor. To prevent carpet damage, do not lean on the vacuum or let the powerfoot tilt forward. 1-2. Operations Twist 'n Snap Hose6. CAUTION: To avoid personal injury and to prevent the cleaner from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Extension Wand Crevice Tool Hose Wand Base Curved Hose Wand
Handle positions Press the handle release pedal, located on the lower left side of the vacuum, with your foot to place your vacuum into one of three cleaning positions. 1. Upright – For storage and above floor cleaning with tools. 2. Normal Cleaning – Press handle release pedal once. Position used for most household floor cleaning tasks. 3. Low Cleaning – With the vacuum in normal cleaning position, press handle release pedal again. Use for reach- ing under low furniture such as tables, chairs or beds. Height adjustment There are seven height settings avail- able for various floor surfaces. Turn the dial on the foot of the cleaner to the desired setting. Lowest setting – For low pile carpet or bare floors. To pick up debris it may be necessary to move up one setting. Medium settings – For medium pile carpet. High setting – For high pile and most shag carpet. Note: For optimal carpet 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 take the weight off the foot while turning. Transporting cleaner 1. To move your cleaner from room to room, put the handle in the upright position, tilt the cleaner back on its rear wheels and push forward. 2. The cleaner can also be moved by using the carrying handle. www.bissell.com 800.237.76917 Operations 1. 2. 2. 3. right way to carry wrong way to carry Tip: Before cleaning under low furniture, check area first for objects that might harm the unit or block the vacuum hose.
Clean Filter Indicator www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Operations 8 Clean filter indicator Select Models Only The clean filter indicator tells you when the air flow in your vacuum is reduced due to dirty filters or a clog in the hose. The clean filter indicator will remain green until the airflow is reduced. At that time, it begins to change to red or black. When it is fully red, the airflow is significantly reduced or clogged by a dirty filter. Follow the steps on page 11 to clean your filters. All filters in the vacuum should be cleaned or replaced when the clean filter indicator turns red. If the indicator turns black, it means you have a clog in your hose. To check and remove the clog, follow instructions on page 15 to check for and clear clogs. NOTE: When your vacuum is turned off, the clean filter indicator will go to the red color setting. The clean filter indicator only detects reductions in airflow when the vacuum power is on. Special on-board tools Your vacuum is not only a power- ful carpet and rug cleaner, it’s also a versatile above floor vacuum cleaner when you select one of the special tools. 1. Raise the handle to the upright position. 2. Grasp the curved hose wand handle to separate from hose wand base. 3. Attach tools by firmly pushing onto vacuum hose, curved hose wand or extension wand. They are a friction fit, so be sure the hose and tool fit snuggly together. Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool: Tw o types of cleaning tools in one attachment. • Use the dusting brush to dust furniture, blinds, books, lamps, shelves and baseboards. • Slide the brush off to use the upholstery tool on cushions, draperies and fabrics. NOTICE: While vacuuming, certain carpets and low humidity conditions may generate small static discharges. The discharges are entirely harmless and are not associated in any way with the main power supply. Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Extension Wand Crevice Tool Hose Wand Base Curved Hose Wand
www.bissell.com 800.237.76919 Operations Special on-board tools continued Crevice Tool: Use in tight narrow spaces. Extension Wand: Use with desired attach-ment for a longer reach. Curved Hose Wand: Use with desired attachment for a longer reach or for cleaning hard to reach places. TurboBrush ®: Use rotating brush action for small areas such as stairs and uphol- stery. NOTE: Press gently when using the TurboBrush to maximize cleaning. Too much pressure will cause the brush to stop rotating. Power cord usage 1. To use your vacuum, remove the cord and plug it into an electrical outlet. There are two quick release cord wraps for easy cord removal. There is a cord clip that is part of the upper cord wrap where you can attach the cord when vacuuming. 2. When you are finished cleaning, turn vacuum cleaner off.Unplug power cord by grasping the polarized plug (NOT the cord) and disconnect from outlet. 3. Loop power cord around cord wraps on rear of vacuum cleaner. Be sure to first return the quick release cord wraps back to their original position before wrapping the cord. 4. Clip molded plug to power cord to secure. NOTICE: The floor brush will continue to rotate while you use your vacuum for above floor cleaning. To prevent carpet damage, do not lean on the vacuum or let the powerfoot tilt forward. CAUTION: The rotating floor brush continues to rotate while tools are in use. To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, always move the cleaner with the carrying handle. Always place vacuum cleaner on the floor with handle in upright position when using tools. Never place your fingers under the cleaner when it is running. Never place powerfoot on furniture or uneven surfaces. Do not place vacuum cleaner close enough to objects to pull them into rotating brush. Tip: Hair, string and small objects can block the vacuum hose or tools. Check them occasionally for obstructions. Quick Release Cord Wraps
www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Maintenance and care 10 To maximize your cleaning performance and extend the life of your vacuum, it is very important that you empty your dirt container and check and clean your filters frequently. Perform the following maintenance steps: 1. Empty the dirt container when the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the container, or more frequently to prevent overfills. For best performance, empty after each use. 2. Check the pre-motor filter and post-motor filter regularly. Clean or replace as needed. NOTE: Be sure to clean or replace your filters anytime the clean filter indicator (select models only) begins to turn red. NOTE: More frequent filter cleaning may be necessary if you are vacuuming new carpet, fine dust, or have allergy concerns. Follow the instructions on the following pages to perform these simple maintenance steps. Empty dirt container The dirt container needs to be emptied when the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the container. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet 2. Slide the Lock ‘n Seal Lever to the “Unlock” position. 3. Grasp the handle and pull the dirt con- tainer straight out to remove from the vacuum. 4. Empty dirt into garbage container. NOTE: Emptying the dirt container after every use will help prevent over filling and ensure that the vacuum is ready to go the next time you clean. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch OFF and discon- nect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing mainte- nance or troubleshooting checks. Unlock 2. 4. Tip: To maximize cleaning performance, check and clean or replace all filters as suggested.