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CleanAlong
U S E R ’ S G U I D E
4 8 K 2 S E R I E S
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Safety Instructions
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Product View
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Assembly
6-9
Operations
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Maintenance and Care
13
Troubleshooting
14
Consumer Services
15
Replacement Parts
16
Warranty
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL CleanAlong Canister Vacuum We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL CleanAlong canister vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your BISSELL canister vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited 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 ass
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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 in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth REaD all InSt RUct Ion S proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors. bEfo RE USInG yo UR ■ Do not use for any purpose other than described in
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Product view Variable Suction Power Control Brush Roll On/Off Flex Hose Handle Telescoping Extension Wand Swivel Hose Automatic Power Button Cord Rewind Button Bag Change Indicator Post-Motor HEPA Powerhead Media Filter caUtIon : Do not plug in your vacuum until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures. BareFloor Tool Floor Brush Upholstery Tool Crevice Tool Dusting Brush Tool Holder 4 16 w w w . b i s s e l l . c a 1 - 8 0 0 - 2 6 3 - 2 5 3 5
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Assembling your vacuum WaRnInG : 1. Connect swivel hose by squeezing both Plastic film can be dangerous. locking buttons and inserting it into the suction opening on the canister. Once the to avoid danger of suffocation, swivel hose is inserted in the suction opening, keep away from babies and release the locking buttons. children. 2. Plug the cord from the hose into the slot on 1. the lower left front of canister. 3. Connect and plug-in
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Operations Special tools Tip: your bISSEll cleanalong is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s Before cleaning under also a versatile bare floor vacuum cleaner and low furniture, check above floor vacuum cleaner when you select area first for objects that might harm the one of the special tools. unit or block the hose. Powerhead: The CleanAlong comes with the powerhead for your regular use. The powerhead has many features, including: 1. A motorized,
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Operations Power cord the power cord is located at the rear of the vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord, watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the power cord once the yellow line is visible. there is also a red line, which indicates the end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power Automatic cord out beyond the red line. Cord Rewind Button Automatic cord rewind your vacuum is equipped with an automatic cord rewind. When cleaning is finished, press the power button off and grasp
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Operations Variable height adjustments Step on the brush height adjuster located on the right side of the motorized powerhead to adjust for flooring type (lowest setting (1)for non-carpet, indoor areas, highest setting (6) for plush pile carpet). Handle position Press the handle release pedal, located in the middle of the motorized powerhead, with your 1. foot to place your vacuum into one of the three 2. cleaning positions. 1. Upright – For storage and above floor cleaning wit
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Operations Bag change indicator t he bag change indicator is located between the power button and the automatic cord rewind button. If the bag change indicator turns orange while you are vacuuming, the dust bag needs to be replaced. t he dust bag may appear to be full or only partially full depending upon the type of debris picked up. f ine particles can block the airflow in the dust bag and reduce suction before the dust bag is full. If the bag change indicator remains orange, even aft
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Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter t he pre-motor filter protects the motor from notIcE: dirt and dust particles. this product is intended for household use only and not for commercial or 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. industrial use. Vacuuming of dust from products like plaster, concrete or 2. Disconnect hose ashes will damage the motor and void the warranty. 3. Open the dust bag compartment by lifting up on the latch on the door a
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Maintenance and care Replacing the post-motor HEPA media filter t he post-motor HEPa media filter assists in 3. the filtration process to return clean air to the room. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Remove the filter door (located on the rear of the vacuum) by pulling up on the filter door latch. 3. Remove the post-motor HEPA media filter by 4. grasping the lip of the filter frame and pulling up. 4. Replace the post-motor HEPA
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Maintenance and care Cleaning the motorized powerhead t he brush can usually be cleaned without removal from the vacuum. If there is an excessive amount of hair and debris, however, it 3. is best to remove the brush. 1. Unplug the vacuum. 2. Lay the motorized powerhead forward on the floor. 3. Locate the locking screws (2) on the bottom of the powerfoot. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the screws. Lift off the brush cover. Grasp the brush
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Troubleshooting Wa Rn In G: to reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power off and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Vacuum cleaner won’t run Possible causes Remedies 1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Power button is not pressed down 2. Press power button down Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction Possible causes Remedies 1. Tools, flex hose and/or telescoping 1.
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BISSELL Consumer Services For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call or write: bISSEll consumer Services 1-800-263-2535 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET BISSELL Canada Corporation Saturday 9 a.m. — 8 p.m. ET Box 1003 Or visit the BISSELL website Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6W2 www.bissell.ca ATTN: Consumer Services When contacting BISSELL, have model number of unit available. Please record your Model Number: ___________________ Please recor
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Replacement parts - BISSELL CleanAlong For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call or write: Item Part no. Part name 1 203-7270 Dust Bag (3pk) bISSEll consumer Services 2 203-7268 Pre-Motor Filter 1-800-263-2535 3 203-7269 Post-Motor HEPA Media Filter Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET BISSELL Canada Corporation 4 203-7309 Barefloor Tool Saturday 9 a.m. — 8 p.m. ET Box 1003 5 203-7310 Floor Brush Or visit the BISSELL website Niagara Fa
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Warranty - BISSELL CleanAlong Canister Vacuum 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 one year Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product, BISSELL Canada Corporation will repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL’s option, free of
