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Bissell 18M9 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

1. Earn BISSELL Rewards Register your product today Bissell REWINd REwind Rewind SMARTCLEAN POWERCLEAN POWERHELIX USER S GUIDE 58F8 18M9 84G9 2675 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5 Assembly 6 8 Operations 8 11 Maintenance and care 12 Troubleshooting 13 Replacement Parts 14 Accessories 15 Warranty 16 Consumer Services 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 com plete high tech home cleaning system Your BISSELL vacuum is well made and we back it with a limited three year warranty We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable dedicat ed Consumer Services department so should you ever have a prob lem 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 vacuum Thanks again from all of us at BISSELL Aner 4 hr Mark J Bissell Chairman President amp CEO 2 Bissell www bissell com 800 237 7691 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appli ance basic precautions should be observed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM Always connect to a polarized outle
2. 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet The pre motor filter is located under neath the filter i in the round center portion of the Lock n Seal lever 2 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 fil tration process to return clean air to the room 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet Locate filter behind door on side of vac uum Remove and replace when filter becomes dirty The white pleated filter is NOT washable 2 Bissell www bissell com pCO Pre Motor Filter Remove Filter 800 237 7691 10 Maintenance and care Checking rotating floor brush and drive belt Check your vacuums rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly for wear or damage 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 Place handle in low position and turn vacu um over so bottom side is facing up 3 Using a screwdriver remove the five screws and lift brush cover off 4 Grasp rotating floor brush at both ends and lift Motor 5 Clean strings hair and other debris from Pulley rotating floor brush motor pulley and drive belt areas 6 Check drive belt for wear cuts or stressed areas 7 Check air passageway for obstructions Remove debris from this area Replace driv
3. hole in hose Clog in vacuum Dirt container full Dirt container or upper tank not installed properly Filters are dirty Visible dirt escaping from cleaner Possible causes 1 Dirt container full 2 Filters missing or installed incorrectly Cord will not retract Possible causes 1 Knotted or twisted Remedies l 2 3 Check electrical plug Check replace fuse or reset breaker Refer to a BISSELL authorized service center for repair or replacement Remedies 1 2 Ss O N DY WN A CO Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting Grasp quick reach handle and firmly push hose wand onto the suction opening Check hose and replace if needed Replace drive belt see page 10 Replace brush Remove brush and dean debris from brush ends _ Follow instructions on page 11 for dearing dogs Empty dirt container Position correctly and lock in place 10 Check and clean pre motor and post motor filters see pages 8 amp 9 Remedies Check hose and replace if needed Follow instructions on page 11 for dearing dogs Empty dirt container Position correctly and lock in place Check and clean pre motor and post motor filters Remedies l 2 Check pre motor and post motor filters for correct installation Empty dirt container Remedies 1 Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an authorized service representative Follow instructions on page 6 Thank you for selectin
4. position grasp the Quick Reach Handle to separate hose from hose base 2 Attach tools by firmly pushing onto vacuum hose or extension wand A Combination dusting brush upholstery tool Rotate for desired use Use brush side to dust blinds books lamps shelves and baseboards Use upholstery side to for furniture drapes and fabrics B Crevice Tool Use in tight narrow spaces C Extension Wand Use with desired attachment for longer reach D TurboBrush Tool Use rotation brush action for small flat areas such as stairs and cushions Press gently down and pull towards you in raking motion too much pressure will cause brush to stop rotating T Bissell www bissell com Clean Carpet Sensor Clean Filter Indicator NOTICE The floor brush will continue to rotate while you use your vacuum for above floor cleaning To prevent carpet dam age do not lean on the vacuum or let the powerfoot tilt forward 800 237 7691 Operations Empty Dirt Container Empty when dirt reaches the Full line on the container Turn power OFF Unplug power cord from electrical outlet Slide Lock n Seal lever to Unlock position Grasp dirt cup handle portion and pull straight out fo remove from vacuum and empty Place dirt container back in the vacuum and slide lever to lock position NOTE The dirt container may be washed in warm water with mild detergent Make sure it is com ple
5. IATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT BISSELL S LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER ORAL OR WRITTEN ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE THREE YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty last so the above limitation may not apply to you NOTE Please keep your original sales receipt It provides proof of date of purchase in the event of a warranty claim 15 Bissell www bissell com 800 237 7691 Don t forget to register your product Registering is quick easy and offers you benefits over the lifetime of your product You ll receive BISSELL Rewards Points Automatically earn points for discounts and free shipping on future purchases Faster Service Supplying your information now saves you time should you need to contact us with questions regarding your product Product Support Reminders and Alerts We ll contact you with any important product maintenance reminders and alerts Special Promotions Optional R
6. e belt 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 With rotating brush removed steps 1 4 of ckecking rotating floor brush and drive belt grasp old drive belt and remove from motor pulley Discard old drive belt 3 Place new drive belt over motor pulley and stretch other end over rotating floor brush in the space between the bristles 4 Place ends of rotating floor brush down into slots 5 Turn rotating floor brush by hand in the direction of the motor pulley If properly installed drive belt wiles itself on rotating brush 6 Reposition brush cover and fasten 5 screws back into place Brush Cover Bissell www bissell com 800 237 7691 Maintenance and care Clearing a clog ae eS Low suction or poor pickup may be due to a clog in the vacuum If you notice a change in the sound of the vacuum motor check for clogs 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 Empty dirt container Check upper tank and suction inlet for clogs Grasp Quick Reach Handle and remove hose wand from base to check for clogs in the base the wand and the hose 5 Remove the screw attaching the hose wand base to the vacuum Straighten the hose wand base and unclog with long narrow object such as broom stick 6 If the clog persists follow steps for checking rotating floor brush on page 10 and inspect the air passageway for obstructions Replace headlight 1 Turn pow
7. e on back of handle base Normal cleaning Press handle release pedal once for most household floor cleaning 3 Low cleaning From normal cleaning position press handle release pedal once for cleaning under low furniture Height Adjustments Turn dial on powerfoot to adjust to one of 5 height adjustments If dial is diffi cult 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 www bissell com EN 800 237 7691 Operations Clean Carpet Sensor select models only Clean carpet sensor detects dirt and debris being picked up while vacuum is in use Red Light Vacuum picking up dirt Alternate to Green and Red Slightly soiled area Green Light Vacuum detects clean area Clean Filter Indicator select models only The indicator tells you when the air flow in your vacuum is reduced due to dirty filters or a clog in the hose The indicator will remain green until the air flow is reduced and then will change to red When fully red the airflow is aay reduced or clogged by a dirty ilter follow instructions on pages 8 amp 9 to clean replace your filters Tools Attach desired tool to hose for above floor cleaning surfaces or hard to reach areas 1 Remove Hose with vacuum in upright
8. egister your email to receive notice of offers contests cleaning tips and more Visit www bissell com registration now BISSELL consumer services For information about repairs or replacement parts or questions about your warranty call BISSELL Consumer Services 1 800 237 7691 Monday Friday 8 a m 10 p m ET Saturday 9am 8p m ET Or write BISSELL Homecare Inc PO Box 3606 Grand Rapids MI 49501 ATTN Consumer Services Or visit the BISSELL website www bissell com When contacting BISSELL have model number of cleaner available Please record your Model Number Please record your Purchase Date NOTE Please keep your original sales receipt It provides proof of purchase date in the event of a Bissell warranty claim See Warranty on page 15 for details 2011 BISSELL Homecare Inc Grand Rapids Michigan All rights reserved Printed in Korea Part Number 110 4342 Rev 3 11 Visit our website at www bissell com 16 l www bissell com pa 800 237 7691
9. er OFF Unplug vacuum from electrical outlet 2 a a flat screwdriver or coin insert into the slot on the right of the lens and gently push inner latch to the left to remove the lens 3 Pull old bulb straight out of socket Push new bulb straight into socket until locked into place 4 Reposition lens by inserting the tab on the left side and then pushing the right side back into place TurboBrush Tool maintenance 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet Turn tool so bottom side faces up and remove the two screws Remove the faceplate and clear any obstructions Remove the brush from the drive belt to clean debris Reposition the drive belt on the brush and place ends of brush in slots on the side Reposition faceplate and secure with two screws S Bissell www bissell com Remove Screw z oo a F P 800 237 7691 Troubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won t turn on Possible causes 1 Power cord not plugged in 2 Blown fuse tripped breaker 3 Damaged cord Vacuum cleaner won t pick up Possible causes 1 Incorrect height adjustment 2 Hose not attached to suction opening Crack or hole in hose Broken or worn drive belt Rotating floor brush bristles worn Rotating floor brush jammed Clog in vacuum Dirt container full Dirt container or upper tank not installed properly 10 Filters are dirty Tools won t pick up Possible causes 1 Crack or
10. g a BISSELL product Please do not return this product to the store For any questions or concerns BISSELL is happy to be of service Contact us directly at 1 800 237 7691 12 www bissell com Bissell 800 237 7691 OONOnHKRWN B O Replacement parts Part No 32074 203 1297 203 2450 203 2468 203 2449 32R9 73K1 69B 32076 203 1215 Part Name Style 9 Drive Belt 2 Pack Standard Headlight Bulb Hose Assembly 84G9 18M9 26T5 series Hose Assembly 58F8 series Brush Dowel 15 Style 16 Inner and Outer Circular Pre Motor Filter Set Style 16 Inner Circular Pre Motor Filter Style 16 Outer Circular Pre Motor Filter Style 7 9 16 Post Motor Filter Style 7 9 16 Pre Motor Filter www bissell com 13 Bissell AN N 800 237 7691 Accessories These items are available for purchase as accessories for your BISSELL vacuum To purchase call 1 800 237 7691 or visit www bissell com Item Part No 1 203 2447 2 203 1063 3 203 1099 4 203 1084 rae 14 www bissell com Part Name TurboBrush Tool Crevice Tool Combination Dusting Upholstery Brush Extension Wand Bissell 800 237 7691 Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by E mail telephone o
11. n any way This model is for household use only 800 237 7691 Product view Handle Stretch Hose TurboBrush Tool Clean a Sensor select models only Clean Filter Indicator select models only Quick Carrying ae Crevice Tool Handle Handle Extension PORES Wand Combination Dusting Brush Easy Empty Upholstery Tool Dirt Container HEPA Media Filter Cup Filter Washable Hose Filter Automatic Wand Lock n Cord Rewind Seal Lever Headlight Handle Release Peda Height Furniture Protection Powerfoot Adjustment Guard Knob CAUTION A WARNING Do not plug in your vacuum Plastic film can be dangerous cleaner until you are familiar To avoid danger of suffocation with all instructions and keep away from babies and operating procedures children The Filter Media not the vacuum as a whole complies with the High Efficiency Particulate Air HEPA filter specification EN 1822 1 2009 P www bissell com ER 800 237 7691 Assem bly You need Philips head screwdriver Attach handle to vacuum 2 Attach vacuum hose and tools 1 www bissell com Locate the vacuum handle and remove the screw packet taped to the base of the handle Stand the vacuum ea 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 pap in front oa to push fi
12. parts of body away from openings and moving parts Bissell www bissell com E 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 M Do not pick up toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc HM 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 HM 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 Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding 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 i
13. r regular mail as described below Limited Three Year Warran ty Subject to the EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below upon receipt of the product BISSELL Homecare Inc will repair or replace with new or remanufactured components or products at BISSELL s option tree of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser for three years any defective or malfunctioning part See information below on If your BISSELL product should require service This warranty applies to product used for personal and not commercial or rental service This warranty does not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters belts or brushes Damage or malfunction caused by negligence abuse neglect unauthorized repair or any other use not in accordance with the User s Guide is not covered If your BISSELL product should require service Contact BISSELL Consumer Services to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area If you need information about repairs or replacement parts or if you have questions about your warranty contact BISSELL Consumer Services Website or E mail www bissell com Or Call BISSELL Consumer Services 1 800 237 7691 Monday Friday 8 a m 10 p m ET Saturday 9 a m 8 p m ET Or Write BISSELL Homecare Inc PO Box 3606 Grand Rapids MI 49501 ATTN Consumer Services BISSELL HOMECARE INC IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOC
14. rmly until the handle is ush Insert the screw provided from the screw packet into the existing hole Tighten securely with a screwdriver Line up tabs on the base of the Twist n Sna fice with the corresponding notches on the hose collar Turn the hose to the right to lock into place Grasp the Quick Reach Handle and slide the end of the hose into the hose wand base Snap the hose into the upper hose clip on handle Slide the extension wand and crevice tool together into storage clip Snap the combination tool into the storage clip Attach the TurboBrush tool by lining up with base of holder in handle and push 5 back to snap into place Bissell 800 237 7691 Operations Automatic Cord Rewind 1 Gently pull out power cord and stop when yellow line is visible Do not pull power cord beyond the red line Plug cord into electrical outlet 2 To return cord turn vacuum power switch OFF and remove plug from outlet Hold plug and press automatic cord button to wind seid ia reel Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding Power Switch The power switch is located just below the handle on the side of the vacuum ON O OFF Handle position Press the handle release pedal with foot to place vacuum into cleaning positions 1 Upright For storage transporting and above floor cleaning with tools e Transport in upright position by tilting vacuum on rear ee and push forward or use carrying handl
15. t left slot is wider than right Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance A WARNING reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury HM 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 ral ie from outlet when not in use and before servicing Unplug before attaching the 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 ia dropped damaged left out doors or droppe into water have it repaired at an autho rized service center HM 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 HM Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord HM Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with wet hands HM Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep openings free of dust lint hair and any thing that may reduce air flow E Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all
16. tely dry before replacing Maintenance and care Unlock Position Lock Position Cleaning the inner amp outer circular filter 2 www bissell com Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet Remove dirt container Grasp the filter located at the bottom of the dirt con tainer lift and pull straight out DO NOT PULL CIRCULAR FOAM FILTER OUT OF THE FILTER CUP WHILE IT IS STILL IN THE VACUUM Grasp the plastic tab on the top of the circu lar foam filters twist to unlock and pull out Bissell 800 237 7691 Maintenance and care Cleaning the inner amp outer circular filter continued 4 Separate the outer foam filter and inner leated circular filter Wash each individually y hand in warm water Mild detergent may be used if desired Rinse well let filters com pletely air dry before replacing in filter cup Wash filter cup in warm water with mild detergent Completely air dry before reassembling with filters DO NOT PUT IN DISHWASHER The upper tank and louvers can be wiped clean with a damp cloth Reach underneath the upper tank and turn the rim of the louvers to the left to unlock Pull straight down and remove Make sure all parts are completely dry before replacing 7 To replace louvers position top of louvers inside clear center cavity and turn toward the right to lock tabs into place Cleaning the pre motor filter The pre motor filter protects the motor from debris

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