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Velocity
BAGLESS V ACUUM
USER’S GUIDE
3950 SERIES
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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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Consumer Services
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Replacement Parts
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Warranty
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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 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 sw
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic ■ T urn off all controls before plugging or unplugging precautions should be observed, including vacuum cleaner. the following: ■ Use extra care when cleaning stairs. ■ Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapors. BEFORE USING YOUR ■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, UPRIGHT VACUUM. ammonia,
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Product view Handle ™ Quick Release Cord Wrap Hose and Cord Clip Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Power Cord Carry Handle Stretch Hose Crevice Tool Extension Wand Twist ‘n ® TurboBrush Snap™ Curved Hose Hose Wand Power Switch Air Flow Indicator Lower Hose Clip Upper Tank HEPA Media ™ Easy Empty Post Motor Filter Hose Dirt Container Wand Base ® Washable Lock ‘n Seal Lever Pre-Motor Filter Handle Release Headlight Pedal Foot Height Adjustment Window Knob Scuff Resistant Bumper Wide Clea
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C AUTION: Assembling your vacuum Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner until The only tool you’ll need to assemble your you are familiar with vacuum cleaner is a Phillips screwdriver. all instructions and Attach handle to vacuum operating procedures. 1. Locate the handle and cord wrap. Remove the screw packet taped to the cord wrap. 2. 2. Stand the vacuum upright and from the rear of the unit, slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body. 3. IMPORTA
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1. Twist 'n Assembling your vacuum (continued) Snap Hose Attach vacuum hose and tools 1. Line up the tabs on the base of the Twist ‘n Snap hose with the corresponding notches 6. on the hose collar as shown. 2. Turn the Twist ‘n Snap hose to the left to lock the hose into place. 3. Connect the curved hose wand to the hose. Grasping the curved hose wand, slide the end of the curved hose wand onto the hose wand base. Snap the hose into the hose clip. NOTE: The vacuum will not operate effect
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Operations (continued) 1. 2. Handle positions Press the handle release pedal, located on the lower left side of the vacuum, with your foot to place your vacuum into one of three cleaning positions. 3. 1. Upright – For storage and above floor cleaning with tools. 2. Normal Cleaning – Press handle release pedal once. Position used for most Tip: household floor cleaning tasks. Before cleaning under low furniture, check 3. Low Cleaning – With the vacuum in normal area first for objects tha
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Operations (continued) Air flow indicator The air flow Indicator tells you when the air flow in your vacuum is reduced due to dirty filters or a clog in the hose. The air flow indicator will remain green while the unit is running until the airflow is Air Flow reduced by a clog or dirty filter. At that time, it begins Indicator to change to red or black. When it is fully red, the airflow is significantly reduced or clogged by a dirty filter. Follow the steps on page 11 to clean your fil
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Operations (continued) Crevice Tool: Use in tight narrow spaces. Extension Wand: Use with desired attachment for a longer reach. Curved Hose Wand: Use with desired attachment for a longer reach or for cleaning hard to reach places. ® TurboBrush : Use rotating brush action for small areas such as stairs and upholstery. Tip: Hair, string and small objects can block NOTE: Press gently when using the TurboBrush to maximize cleaning. the vacuum hose or tools. Check them Too much pressure wil
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Maintenance and care To maximize your cleaning performance and extend the life of your vacuum, it is very important that you empty your dirt container W ARNING: and check and clean your filters frequently. To reduce the risk of electric Perform the following maintenance steps: shock, turn power switch OFF 1. Empty the dirt container when the dirt reaches and disconnect polarized plug the “Full” line on the container, or more frequently from electrical outlet before to prevent overfill
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Maintenance and care (continued) Cleaning the pre-motor and post-motor HEPA media filter 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. The pre-motor filter protects the motor from dirt particles. It is located in the Post-Motor HEPA slide out tray underneath the dirt container. If the filter becomes dirty, pull Media Filter out the tray, lift out the foam filter pad and clean it. NOTE: The pre-motor filter may be hand washed in cold water with mild Washable detergent. Rinse well and a
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Maintenance and care (continued) Check rotating floor brush and drive belt You should check your vacuum cleaner’s rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly W ARNING: for wear or damage. You should also clean To reduce the risk of injury the brush and brush ends of strings, hair from moving parts, turn and carpet fibers. This type of debris can vacuum cleaner off and wrap around the brush and hamper its disconnect power plug ability to effectively clean your carpet. Also from elec
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Maintenance and care (continued) Replace drive belt 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. 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 the old drive belt. 3. Place new drive belt over motor pulley 3. and loop other end over rotating floor Motor Pulley brush in the space between the bristles. NOTE: It is important that you use only genuine BISSELL replac
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Maintenance and care (continued) Maintaining TurboBrush The TurboBrush should be checked regularly for clogs or debris wrapping around the brush. 2. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. If a clog is present or debris is visible, unscrew the two screws on the back of the TurboBrush to remove the faceplate and clear any obstructions. 4. 3. To clean debris from the brush, remove the brush from the drive belt and clean debris. 4. Reposition the drive belt on the brush. Place ends of
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Maintenance and care (continued) Clearing clogs 2. 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. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 4. 2. Empty dirt container. 5. 3. Check upper tank for build up or clogs. 4. If you notice a clog in the upper tank, remove the separator plate (see section "Cleaning the Upper Tank" on page 16). 5. Grasp the curved wand and separate it from the hose wand ba
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Maintenance and care (continued) Cleaning the upper tank 1. 1. Grasp the inner cyclone and twist to the left or to the unlocked marking, until the locking tabs stop the rotation. Pull down from the upper tank to remove it. 2. Wipe out the inside of the upper tank and the inner cyclone with a damp cloth moistened with water or a mild cleaning solution. 3. If you desire to thoroughly clean the louvers 3. located in the upper portion of the inner cyclone, hold the bottom of the cyclone and
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Troubleshooting W ARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Vacuum cleaner won’t run Possible causes Remedies 1. Power cord not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker in home 2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker. Vacuum cleaner and tools won’t pick up dirt Possible causes Remedies 1. Incorrect height adjustment 1. Adjust powerfoot to correct
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Troubleshooting (continued) 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. BISSELL Consumer Services For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call: BISSELL Consumer Services
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Replacement parts - BISSELL vacuum You may purchase parts from your retailer, by calling BISSELL Consumer Services or by visiting our website. Below is a list of common replacement parts. While not all of these parts may have come with your specific model, they are available for purchase if desired. Please note, all attachments may not store on board your vacuum. Item Part No. Part Name 1 32074 Style 7/9/10/12/14 Drive Belt (2-Pack) 2 203-1297 Headlight Bulb 3 203-1063 Crevice Tool 4 203-122
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™ Warranty - BISSELL Velocity Vacuums 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 One Year Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product BISSELL Homecare, In
