Bissell Cleanview 2 Manual

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USER’S GUIDE
3574/73G8/3576/20Q9 SERIES
Safety Instructions3
Product View4
Assembly Instructions5-6
Operation / Special Tools6-8
Maintenance8-12
Troubleshooting12-13
Warranty16
Replacement Parts14
Consumer Services15
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Thanks For Buying A BISSELL CleanView® II
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL CleanView II Vacuum. Everything we 
know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete,   
high-tech home vacuuming system.
Your BISSELL CleanView II 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 great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876. Today,  
BISSELL is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high 
quality homecare products like your BISSELL CleanView II.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer
How To Use This Guide
  This User’s Guide has been designed to help you 
get the most satisfaction from your BISSELL CleanView 
II. 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. Familiarize   
yourself with the parts and where they fit. Following 
this User’s Guide will greatly enhance your ability 
to get the most performance from your BISSELL 
CleanView II for many years.
 W ARnInG:   Plastic film can be 
dangerous.  To avoid 
danger of suffoca-
tion,  keep away from 
babies and children. 
						

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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 y OUR  
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 leave vacuum cleaner unattended 
when it is plugged in.
■  Unplug from outlet when not in use and  
before servicing.
■  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 outdoors, 
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.
■ Unplug before attaching the turbobrush.
■ 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. 
						

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 CAUTIOn:  Do not plug in your vacuum 
cleaner until  you are familiar 
with  all instructions  and  
operating procedures.
Power Switch
Carrying
Handle
Crevice Tool
Post-Motor 
Filter
Quick Reach
®
 
Handle Handle
Quick Release 
Cord Wrap
Handle 
Release  
Pedal
Powerfoot Stretch Hose 
Extension Wand
Power Cord
Furniture Protection Guard
Height 
Adjustment 
Knob
Upper Tank
Dirt Container
Lock ’n Seal™
 
Lever
Headlight
Combination 
Dusting Brush/ 
Upholstery Tool
Hose Wand
Hose Clip
Furniture Protection Guard Optional Post-
Motor Filter 
(Select Models 
Only)
Hose 
 
Wand Base
Louvers
Stair Cleaning 
Handle
Inner and Outer 
Circular Filters Filter Cup
Wide Cleaning Path Models
Foot Hose
Cord Clip 
						

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How To Put It Together
Select Models Only
The only tool you’ll need to assemble your vacuum 
cleaner is a screwdriver.
Locate the vacuum Handle and remove the screw  
packet taped to the base of the Handle.
Stand the vacuum upright and slide the base of  
the Handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the  
vacuum body.
Check to be sure the Handle is fitted to the vacuum 
body. If there is a gap in front, continue to push firmly 
until the Handle is flush.
Insert the screw provided from the screw packet into 
the existing hole. Tighten securely with a screwdriver.
Attach the Twist ‘n Snap™
 Hose by lining up the tabs on 
the base with the corresponding notches on the back of 
the vacuum as shown.
Turn the Twist ‘n Snap Hose to the right to lock the hose 
into place.
Snap Hose Clip onto Upper Handle (select models only).
Grasping the Quick Reach Handle, slide the end of the 
Hose Wand onto the Hose Wand Base. Snap the Hose 
into the Hose Clip.
nOTE: The Powerfoot will not operate  
effectively unless the Hose Wand is  
firmly attached.
Snap the Extension Wand and the Crevice Tool together 
into the storage clip as shown.
Snap the Combination Tool into the storage clip as shown.
Attach the TurboBrush
® by aligning the small holes near the 
brush roll with the tabs at the bottom of TurboBrush housing. 
Snap TurboBrush into place as shown.
1.
Attach Handle To Vacuum
2.
3.
4.
Attach Vacuum Hose and Tools
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7. 
						

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Press the Handle Release Pedal with your foot to place 
your vacuum in one of three cleaning positions.
Upright- For storage and above floor cleaning with 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  
or beds.
  The Powerfoot/Rotating Floor Brush can be adjust-
ed to clean several floor surfaces. 
nOTE: For optimal cleaning performance, 
adjust to the lowest practical setting. If 
your cleaner is difficult to push, adjust to 
the next higher setting. 
Place Handle in Upright Position. 
Turn Height Adjustment Knob to desired setting. Lowest Setting  For bare floors.
Medium Settings  For short and medium  
  pile carpets.
Highest Setting  For plush pile carpet.
Place the Handle in the normal cleaning position and 
the Powerfoot will adjust to the setting chosen.  nOTE: you may also adjust the setting 
while in the normal cleaning position.
  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. 
  The cleaner can also be moved by using the Carrying 
Handle on the back.
  Use the Stair Cleaning Handle on the front  
to hold your vacuum while cleaning stairs.
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2.
3.
Height Adjustment
How To Use y our Vacuum
Handle Positions
1.
2.
3.
 CAUTIOn:  Before using your vacuum, 
make sure that the Dirt 
Container is in locked posi-
tion and that all filters (Inner 
Circular, Outer Circular, Pre-
Motor and Post-Motor) are 
in place. Do not operate your 
vacuum without these filters.
Tip:
Your vacuum features 
a Quick Release Cord 
Wrap. To remove the 
Power Cord quickly 
and easily, rotate the 
Upper Cord Wrap 
towards floor, and 
slip Power Cord from 
Upper and Lower   
Cord Wraps.
Tip:
Before cleaning under 
low furniture, check 
area first for objects 
that might harm the 
unit or block the 
Vacuum Hose.
Transporting Cleaner
1.
2.
3.
Carrying 
Handle
Stair Cleaning 
Handle 
						

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 Your BISSELL CleanView II is not only a pow-
erful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a 
versatile above floor vacuum cleaner when you 
select one of the special tools.
Raise Handle to Upright Position.
Grasp the Quick Reach Handle and lift Hose Wand to 
separate from suction intake opening.
Attach tools by firmly pushing onto Vacuum Hose or 
Extension Wand.
Combination Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool:
Two types of cleaning tools are included in one attach-
ment: rotate for desired tool.
■ Use Brush side to dust furniture, blinds, books, 
lamps, shelves, and baseboards.
■ Use Upholstery side for curtains, draperies, cushions, fabrics.
Crevice Tool: 
Use in tight narrow spaces.
Extension Wand: 
Use with desired attachment for a longer reach.
TurboBrush
® (Select Models): 
Use rotating brush action for small areas such as 
stairs and upholstery. 
note: Press gently when using TurboBrush to 
gain maximum cleaning. Too much pressure 
could cause the brush to stop rotating.
When you are done using your vacuum,  
return it to the Upright position and store  
the Power Cord. 
Turn vacuum cleaner off.
Unplug Power Cord by grasping the polarized plug 
(NOT the cord) and disconnect from outlet.
Loop Power Cord around Cord Wraps on side of 
vacuum cleaner.
Clip molded plug to Power Cord to secure.
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Special On-Board Tools
1.
2.
3.
Tip:
Hair, string and small 
objects can block the 
Vacuum Hose or Tools. 
Check them occasion-
ally for obstructions.
 CAUTIOn: T he 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 at the back of   
the cleaner. Always place vacuum 
cleaner on 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.
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 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.
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.
1.
Power Cord Storage
2.
3.
4.
Select Models Only 
						

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To maintain maximum cleaning performance, the 
following maintenance steps must be performed:
Empty the Dirt Container when the dirt reaches the 
“Full” line on the side. 
Check the Inner and Outer Circular Filters and the  
Pre-Motor Filter at least once a month and clean or 
replace as needed.
Replace the Post-Motor Filter every three to six months.note: More frequent filter cleaning or 
replacing 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.
The Dirt Container needs to be emptied when the dirt 
reaches the “Full” line on the side of the Container.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
Slide the Lock ‘n Seal Lever to the "Unlock" position.
Grasp handle and pull the Dirt Container straight out to 
remove from vacuum.
Empty dirt into garbage container.
Put the Dirt Container back in the vacuum and slide the 
lever to the "Lock" position.note: The Dirt Container may be washed in 
warm water with a mild detergent. Remove 
the Filter Cup from the bottom before  
washing. Reassemble and make sure it is 
completely dry before using again.
Use only BISSELL Style 9 Replacement Filters in 
your BISSELL CleanView II.
Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.
Remove the Dirt Container as described in the previous 
section. Grasp the Filter Cup located at the bottom of 
the Dirt Container and twist counterclockwise to unlock 
and remove.
Grasp the Circular Filters and twist to unlock. Pull 
straight up to remove.
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How To Maintain y our Vacuum
1.
2.
3.
Empty Dirt Container
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Tip:
For maximum cleaning 
performance, check 
and clean or replace 
all filters as suggested.
  WARnInG: 
To reduce the risk of 
electric shock, turn Power 
Switch OFF and discon-
nect polarized  
plug from electrical outlet 
before performing  
maintenance or  
troubleshooting checks.
Full Line
Lock PositionUnlock 
Position
Cleaning The Inner & Outer Circular Filters
1.
2.
3. 
						

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Separate the Outer foam and Inner pleated Circular Filters. Wash each 
individually by hand in warm water. Mild detergent may be used if 
desired. Rinse well, then air dry thoroughly before putting them back 
together and replacing in Filter Cup.
The Filter Cup may be washed in warm water with a mild detergent. 
Make sure it is completely dry before reassembling with filters.
The Upper Tank and Louvers may also be wiped clean with a damp 
cloth. Reach underneath the Upper Tank and turn the rim of the Louvers 
to unlock. Pull straight down to remove.
Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.
The Pre-Motor Filter protects the motor from debris. It is located  
underneath the Dirt Container and Filter Cup in the center of the  
round part of the Lock ‘n Seal Lever.
Remove the small round Filter and any debris on top of it. Rinse well 
under warm water, then air dry thoroughly before replacing.
Use only BISSELL Style 9 Replacement Filters in your  
BISSELL CleanView II.
Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.
The Post-Motor Filter assists in the filtration process to return  
clean air to the room. It is located behind the door on the side  
of the cleaner.  When the filter becomes dirty, open the door,  
remove the filter and replace. The white pleated Post-Motor Filter  
is not washable 
note: A basic washable Post-Motor Filter with reduced  
filtration is available if desired.
You should check your vacuum cleaner’s Rotating Floor Brush 
and Drive Belt regularly for wear or damage. You should also 
clean the brush and brush ends of strings, hair, and carpet 
fibers. These can wrap around the brush and hamper its ability 
to effectively clean your carpet. Also remove any debris that 
has accumulated under the brush cover.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
Place handle in Low position and turn vacuum cleaner over so bottom 
side is up.
Cleaning The Inner & Outer Circular Filters
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4.
Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filter
1.
2.
 WARnInG:  Do not operate cleaner   
with damp or wet  
filters or without all  
filters in place.
  WARnInG:   To reduce the risk of injury 
from moving parts, turn   
off vacuum cleaner and   
disconnect Power Plug 
from  electrical outlet.
5.
6.
Replacing the Post-Motor Filter
1.
2.
3.
Pre-Motor 
Filter
Post-Motor 
Filter
1.
Check Rotating Floor Brush and Drive Belt 
2. 
						

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For standard models, remove the four screws as shown 
with a Phillips Head Screwdriver. Lift the Brush Cover off.
For wide cleaning path models, Lift tab 1 and release the 
three latches in order 2-4 as marked. Lift the Brush Cover off.
Grasp Rotating Floor Brush at both ends and lift.
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.
Check Air Passageway for obstructions. Remove debris 
from this area.
Use only BISSELL Style 9 Replacement Belts (#32074) 
in your BISSELL CleanView II.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
With Rotating Floor Brush removed from vacuum cleaner 
(Steps 1-4 of Check Rotating Floor Brush and Drive Belt), 
grasp old Drive Belt and remove from Motor Pulley. 
Discard old Drive Belt.
Place new Drive Belt over Motor Pulley and stretch other 
end over Rotating Floor Brush in the space between  
the bristles.
Place ends of Rotating Floor Brush down into slots on sides 
as shown.
Turn Rotating Floor Brush by hand several times in the  
direction of Motor Pulley. If properly installed, Drive Belt 
will center itself on Rotating Brush.
Reposition Brush Cover and screw or snap back into place. 
Check to be sure all screws or latches are secured.
Use only BISSELL Replacement Bulbs in your BISSELL 
CleanView II.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet
Using a flat screwdriver, table knife or coin, insert into the 
slot on the right of the lens and gently push inner latch to 
the left as shown to remove the lens.
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5.
6.
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8.
Replace Drive Belt
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
4
Motor Pulley
1.
Replace Lightbulb
2.
Brush Cover
Standard models only
Check Rotating Floor Brush and Drive Belt ContinuedWide Cleaning Path models only
Air Passageway