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USER'S GUIDE
44M3, 67F8 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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Replacement parts
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Accessories
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Warranty
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Product registration
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Consumer services
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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 complete, 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, dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a problem, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance. My great-grandfather invented the floor
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic ■ Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all precautions should be observed, including parts of body away from openings and the following: moving parts. ■ Turn off all controls before plugging or Read all unplugging vacuum cleaner. instRuctions ■ Use extra care when cleaning stairs. befoRe using youR ■ Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or upRight V acuuM. use in the pres
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Product view Stretch Hose Hose Clip ® Pet TurboBrush Tool ™ Pet TurboEraser Tool (67F8 series) ® Quick Reach Handle Clean Filter Carrying Indicator Handle Crevice Tool Combination Dusting Brush/ Extension Upholstery Tool Wand Dirt HEPA Media Container Filter Cord Rewind Filter Cup Hose Lock'n Wand Automatic Seal™ Lever Cord Rewind Headlight Handle Hose Release Pedal Pet Hair Wand Lifter Base Foot Hose Powerfoot Furniture Protection Guard caution: WaRning: Do not plug in yo
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Assembly you need: phillips head screwdriver. attach handle to vacuum 1. Locate the vacuum handle and remove 2. the screw packet (1 screw) taped to the base of the handle. 2. Stand the vacuum upright and slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body. 3. IMPORTANT – Continue to push firmly until the handle is flush with the front of 4. the vacuum body. 4. Insert the screw provided and tighten securely. attach vacuum hose and tools 1. Attach the Twist ‘
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Operations automatic power 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, with vacuum power button OFF, remove plug from outlet. Hold plug and press automatic cord button to wind cord into reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding. power switch the power switch is located just below the hand on the side of the vacuum. i - on o - off CAUTION: handle posi
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Operations height adjustment turn dial on powerfoot to adjust to one of five height adjustments. if dial is dif- ficult to turn, tilt the cleaner back slightly to take the weight off the foot while turning. lowest setting – For low pile carpet or bare floors. Tip: Medium setting – For medium pile carpet. Before cleaning under low furniture, highest setting – For high pile and most check area first for objects that might harm the unit or block the vacuum hose. shag carpet. Adjust to
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Operations clean filter indicator the indicator tells you when air flow in the 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 air flow is greatly reduced or clogged by a dirty filter; follow instruc- tions on page 11 to clean/replace your filters. pet hair lifter use to pick up pet hair from carpeted surfaces. Vacuum like you normally Clean Filter Indicator w
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Operations tools attach desired tool to hose for above floor cleaning or hard to reach areas. 1. Raise handle to upright position. 2. Grasp the Quick Reach handle and lift hose wand to separate from suction intake opening. Tip: 3. Attach tools by firmly pushing onto vacuum hose or extension wand. Hair, string and small Crevice tool objects can block the Use in tight narrow spaces. vacuum hose or tools. Check them Combination dusting regularly for brush/upholstery tool Two types
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Maintenance and care to maximize performance and extend 2. life of your vacuum it is very important Full Line to perform the following maintenance steps: empty dirt container Unlock Lock empty when dirt reaches the "full" line Position Position on the container. 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord 3. from electrical outlet. 2. Slide the Lock ‘n Seal lever to the "Unlock" position. 3. Grasp dirt cup handle and pull straight out to remove from vacuum and empty. 4. Place dirt container
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Maintenance and care cleaning the inner & outer circular filters 1. Turn power off. Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. 2. Remove the dirt container as described in the previous section. Grasp the filter cup located at the bottom of the dirt container, lift up and out. do not tR y to pull ciRculaR foaM filteR out of the filteR cup While it is still in the VacuuM. 3. Grasp the plastic tab on the top of the circu- lar foam filters. Twist to unlock and pull out. 3. 4. Separate t
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Maintenance and care Replacing the post-motor filter the post-motor assists in the filtration Remove process to return clean air to the room. Open Filter Door 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. Locate filter behind the door on the side of the vacuum. Remove and replace when fil- ter becomes dirty. The white, pleated HEPA media filter is not washable. checking rotating floor brush and drive belt check your vacuum's rotating floor brush and drive belt regular
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Maintenance and care Replace drive belt 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. With rotating floor brush removed from vacuum cleaner (steps 1-4 of Check rotat- ing floor brush and drive belt), grasp old drive belt and remove from motor pulley. 3. Discard old drive belt. Motor 3. Place new drive belt over motor pulley and stretch other end over rotating floor Pulley brush in the space between the bristles. 4. Place ends of rotating floor brush down into slots on
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Maintenance and care ® pet turbobrush tool Maintenance note: 67f8 models include the pet 2. turboeraser™ tool that follows the same maintenance steps as the pet ® turbobrush tool. 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. Turn tool so bottom side faces up and remove the two screws. 3. Remove the faceplate and clear any obstructions. 4. Remove the brush from the drive belt to clean debris. 5. Reposition the drive belt on the brush, and place ends of brush in slot
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Maintenance and care clearing clogs 3. low suction or poor pickup may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. if you notice a change in the sound of the motor, check for clogs. 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. Empty dirt container. 3. Check upper tank for build up or clogs. 4. 4. Check the suction inlet for a clog. Suction 5. Grasp the Quick Reach handle and lift hose wand to separate from the suction inlet opening. Check for a clog in the base, the wand
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Troubleshooting 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 3. Damaged cord 3. Refer to a BISSELL authorize service center for repair or replacement Vacuum cleaner won't pick up dirt possible causes Remedies 1. Incorrect height adjustment 1. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting 2. Hose not attached to suction opening 2. Grasp quick reach handle and fir
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Troubleshooting other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an authorized service representative. thank you for selecting 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. Replacement parts - BISSELL vacuum Item Part No. Part Name 1 32074 Style 9 Drive Belt (2-Pack) 2 203-1297 Standard Headlight Bulb 3 203-2468 Hose As
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Accessories - BISSELL vacuum these items are available for purchase as accessories for your bissell vacuum: t o purchase call 1-800-237-7691 or visit www.bissell.com. Item Part No. Part Name ® 1 203-2447 Pet TurboBrush Tool (44M3 series only) 2 203-1063 Crevice Tool 3 203-1099 Combination Dusting/Upholstery Brush 4 203-1084 Extension Wand ® ( 5 203-1368 Pet Contour Tool 44M3 series only) ™ 6 203-7529 Pet TurboEraser Tool (67F8 series only) 1 2 3 4 5 6. 18 www.bissell.com 800.237.76
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Warranty - BISSELL 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 Services by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below. limited three y ear Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product BISSELL Homecare, Inc. will r
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