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USER'S GUIDE
6221 SERIES
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Thank You
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Safety Instructions
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Product View
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Assembly
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Operations
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Maintenance and Care
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Troubleshooting
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Accessories
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Replacement Parts
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Warranty
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Product Registration
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Consumer Care
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Velocity Bagged vacuum We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one-year limited 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-grandfa
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ When using an electrical appliance, basic do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, precautions should be observed, including ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.). the following: ■ do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil base Read all instRuctions befoRe using upRight V acuuM paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is substances, flammable dust, or other explosive w
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Product view Handle Cord Clip Hose Clip ® TurboBrush Stretch Hose Tool Carry Handle Dirt Path Quick Ramp ® Release Cord Crevice Tool Power Wrap Cord Extension Wand Quick Bag Tank Reach HEPA Media (bag inside) Handle Filter* Combination Dusting Brush/ Hose Lock ’n Upholstery Wand ™ Seal Lever Tool Base Height Adjustment Handle Release Knob Pedal Foot Furniture Powerfoot Hose Protection Guard WARNING: W ARNING: Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner Plastic film can be dan
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Assembly the only tool you’ll need to assemble your vacuum cleaner is a phillips-head screwdriver. 2. Attach handle to vacuum 1. locate the vacuum handle and remove the screw packet taped to it. 2. stand the vacuum upright and slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body. 4. 3. 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. 4. insert the screw provided from the
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Assembly Install Febreze® vacuum bag WARNING: never reuse a vacuum bag. use only bissell bag model 3267 vacuum bags in your bissell Do not operate cleaner Velocity bagged vacuum. with damp or wet filters or without vacuum bag prior to installing the febreze® bag, please and all filters in place. follow these steps: 1. Remove the plastic bag that contains the febreze® bag, which was included with your vacuum. 2. NOTE: If difficult to open, you may need to use scissors to careful
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Operations Handle position press the handle release pedal with your foot to place your Velocity bagged vacuum into one of three cleaning positions. 1. Upright– for storage and above floor cleaning with tools. 2. Normal cleaning – press handle release household floor cleaning tasks. 3. 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. CAUTION: Before using your vacuum, make
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Operations 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. Special tools NOTICE: Your bissell Velocity bagged vacuum is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, the floor brush will continue to rotate it’s also a versatile above floor vacuum cleaner while you use your vacuum for above when you select
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Operations Power cord storage When you have finished using your bissell Velocity bagged vacuum, return it to the WARNING: upright position and store the power cord. to reduce the risk of electric 1. t urn vacuum cleaner off. shock, turn power switch off and disconnect polarized plug 2. unplug power cord by grasping the from electrical outlet before polarized plug (not the cord) and performing maintenance or disconnect from outlet. troubleshooting checks. 3. loop power cord around cor
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Maintenance and care Cleaning and replacing the pre-motor filter WARNING: use only genuine bissell replacement filters Do not operate cleaner with in your Velocity bagged vacuum. damp or wet filters or without 1. unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet. all filters in place. 2. Remove the bag tank and vacuum bag as described on page 9. 3. 3. the pre-motor filter is located inside the bag tank. Remove the filter and its plastic cage. separate the filter from the cage and wash by han
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Maintenance and care Check rotating floor brush and drive belt cont. 4. grasp rotating floor brush at both ends and lift. 5. clean strings, hair and other debris from rotating floor brush, paying particular Motor Pulley attention to brush ends. 6. 6. clean strings, hair and other debris from motor pulley and drive belt areas. 7. check drive belt carefully for wear, cuts or stressed areas. 8. check air passageway for obstructions. Remove debris from this area. 8. Replace drive belt use
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Maintenance and care Clearing a clog the stretch hose on the back of the vacuum cleaner that carries the dirt from the powerfoot to the vacuum bag can sometimes become clogged. if you notice a change in the sound of the vacuum motor, check for clogs. 1. unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Remove the bag tank from the vacuum cleaner by sliding the lock 'n seal lever from right to left into the Suction "unlock" position. check the upper Inlet tank for build up or clogs. 3.
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Troubleshooting – Velocity Bagged vacuum Vacuum cleaner won’t turn on Possible causes Remedies 1. Power cord not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker 2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker. Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt Possible causes Remedies 1. Vacuum bag is full 1. Replace with new vacuum bag 2. Incorrect height adjustment 2. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting 3. Hose not attached to suction opening 3. Grasp Hose Wand and firmly push onto the Hose
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Accessories – Velocity Bagged vacuum These items are available for purchase as accessories for your BISSELL Velocity Bagged vacuum: To purchase call 1-800-237-7691 or visit www.bissell.com. Item Part No. Part Name 1 203-2447 t urbobrush tool 2 203-1063 crevice t ool 3 203-1059 combination dusting brush/upholstery t ool 4 203-1084 extension Wand *not all parts are included with every model. 1 2 3 4 Replacement Parts – Velocity Bagged Item Part No. Part Name 1 3267 febreze® bissell bag model
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Warranty – BISSELL Velocity Bagged vacuum 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 care by e-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below. Limited One Year Warranty subject to the *eXceptions and eXclusions identified below, upon receipt of the product bissell will repai
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