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POWERGLIDE
®
Vacuum
USER GUIDE
1645, 1646, 1647, 1918 SERIES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
» Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
» Do not leave vacuum cleaner when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
» Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
» Do not allow to be used 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 been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an authorized service center.
» 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.
» Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
» Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
» Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
» Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
» Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
» Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This model is for household use only.
» Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they may be present.
» 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.
» Do not use to pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, 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.
» Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
» Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
» Keep appliance on a level surface.
» Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running.
» Unplug before connecting or disconnecting the TurboBrush® Tool.
WARNING
›› Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from children.
›› Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner UNTIL you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.
›› To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch off and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet BEFORE performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Hot
Neutral
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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 in any way.
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Package Contents
Crevice
Tool
User
Guide
TurboBrush
Extra
Filter
TurboBrush®
Tool & Clip
Extra
Reach
Hose
Upper
Handle
NOTE:
Standard accessories may vary by model. Additional tools may vary – check carton for contents.
Base Unit
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, hightech home cleaning system.
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . 2
Product View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited five-year 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.
Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Maintenance & Care . . . . . . .8-9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
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.
Contact Information . . . . . . . . .11
Product Registration. . . . . . . . 12
Parts & Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO www.BISSELL.com
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Product View
Dirt Container
Release Button
Power Brush Button
Power Button
Handle and Wand
Empty
Hose Connector
(when used as a Wand)
Cord Release
Carry
Handle
Filters
Dirt
Container
Model #
Cord
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Cord Release and Storage
Twist Cord Release down to quickly remove cord
Post-Motor
Filter
PowerBrush
Handle
Height
Adjustment
Extra
Reach
Hose
Variable
Suction
Control
Main
Hose
Assembly
WARNING
Do not plug in your vacuum until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.
1 2
Snap
TurboBrush® tool and clip onto wand.
3 4
“Click”
Insert Upper Handle into Base, holding down
Height Adjustment
Lever until click sound is heard.
PowerBrush
ON / OFF
Extra
Reach
Hose
Power
ON / OFF
Snap lower cord wrap to lower back of unit. Attach extra reach hose to back of unit. Wrap power cord.
Plug into a polarized outlet
Recline vacuum and press Power Button
(O – OFF and l – ON)
NOTE: Turn off the PowerBrush when vacuuming hard surfaces, such as hard wood or tiled floors, as well as when cleaning smaller rugs that may be caught by the rotating brush.
NOTE: The Crevice Tool is stored inside the Extra Reach Stair Hose. Remove the tool when the hose is in use and replace it inside the hose when ready to store the Extra Reach Hose. www.BISSELL.com
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PowerBrush Switch
1 2
Reclined
In Use
Upright
Locked in Place
PowerBrush
ON / OFF
Power
Turn vacuum ON before turning
ON PowerBrush.
Press brush side of button to run
PowerBrush.
PowerBrush will not run when vacuum is locked in upright position.
Adjusting the Variable Suction
1 2
Locate Variable Suction Control Valve.
suction control
FULL
Twist Valve - Marker moves to indicate suction level
REDUCED
suction control
Full
Suction
FULL
Twist Valve - Marker moves to indicate suction level
REDUCED
Reduced
Suction
Full
Suction
Twist counter-clockwise to reduce suction for drapes, delicate surfaces, or thick/plush carpet, etc.
Reduced
Suction
NOTE: Some frieze carpets have long delicate fibers or threads that may be damaged by rotating brush. Turn off the PowerBrush when cleaning this and other similar types of carpet.
WARNING
Before using your vacuum, make sure that the dirt container is in locked position and that all filters, both pre and post-filters are in place. DO NOT operate your vacuum without these filters.
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Above Floor Cleaning
2
Extra
Reach
Stair
Hose
Extra
Reach
Hose
Locate main hose connection on back of vacuum, press lever and pull to unlock.
3 4
Pull Extra Reach Hose off back of vacuum and insert into Main Hose connection.
Make sure latch is secured before turning vacuum on.
Press
Lift
TurboBrush
Press down on Height
Adjustment Lever and pull out Handle.
Connect Extra Reach Hose to back of Handle, making it a Wand.
Attach desired cleaning tool to end of wand.
Parts & Supplies
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Maintenance:
Emptying the Dirt Container
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch off and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
1 2
Press to Release
1
Press
Release
Button
Pull
Press Empty
Button
Pull handle to push Dirt
Container away from vacuum
Holding Dirt Container over a trash bin, press Release Button on back.
Snap bottom back into place
Maintenance:
Cleaning the Dirt Container & Filters
2
3
Pre-Motor
Filters
Press
Separator
Screen
Press Empty
Button and pull away from vacuum.
Twist top right to separate.
4
Twist
Post-Motor
Filter
Rinse and dry all sections of dirt container with paper towel.
Checked pattern when filter bottom is dirty
Remove pre-motor filters and check for dirt on BOTH sides. Separator Screen can be rinsed and dried as well.
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Pre-Motor
Filters
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With dirt container removed, press red release button to access post-motor filter.
Clean all filters with mild detergent, rinse, and squeeze all excess water. Allow filters to dry completely before reinserting.
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Checked pattern when filter bottom is dirty
Place dry pre-motor filters back on top of dirt container with black tabbed side on top. Place post-motor filter back to bottom front of vacuum and snap filter cover door back on.
When reassembling, place top tank piece last and twist left.
Maintenance:
Replace the Brush & Belt
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2
3
Belt
Unplug vacuum, turn over and unscrew 7 Philips head screws to remove bottom cover
Pull roller straight out, threading through belt
End Cap
Replace roller and/or belt.
To reassemble roller, thread through belt and line up End
Cap, then place bottom cover back on and replace 7 screws.
Maintenance:
Maintain the TurboBrush®/
TurboEraser® Tool
1
Align
Slot
2
Paddle Wheel
3
Roller
Clip
Belt
Twist gray collar counter-clockwise, until slot appears, and then separate faceplate
Carefully remove brush, replace belt and brush, if needed
If paddle wheel gets dislodged, align two clips on each side and pop into place
Paddle Wheel End
Faceplate will not close properly if all parts are not aligned correctly
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WARNING
Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters, as well as without filters or the Dirt
Container in place. Allow components to dry before reassembling the Dirt Container.
NOTE: If an object becomes lodged in foot and brush shuts off, turn vacuum off and unplug from electrical outlet. Remove obstruction and brush will automatically reset when vacuum is plugged and turned back on.
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Troubleshooting
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch off and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Problem Remedies
Make sure PowerBrush switch is on
PowerBrush doesn’t rotate
Possible causes
The PowerBrush power switch is turned off
Vacuum is locked in upright position
PowerBrush has lodged debris or other entanglements, keeping the brush from rotating
Recline vacuum and switch on the
PowerBrush
Check the PowerBrush and remove debris.
Vacuum won’t pick up dirt
Dirt is escaping from the vacuum
Filters are dirty
The Main Hose is not connected
Remove and rinse pre-motor and post-motor filters. Allow enough time for them to dry properly before reinserting
Locate the Main Hose and reconnect by pushing the hose connection to secure the latch
If there is a crack or hole, order a new
Main Hose from the BISSELL website
There is a crack or hole in the
Main Hose
The Power Brush bristles are worn Replace the PowerBrush
There is a clog in the vacuum Remove debris and any other entanglements that may be restricting its rotation
The Dirt Container is not seated correctly
Press the Empty Button to release the
Dirt Container and reseat properly
The Dirt Container is full
Filters are missing
The Dirt Container is not seated properly
Empty the Dirt Container
Check to see if all of the Pre-Motor and Post-Motor filters are in place
Press the Empty Button and remove the
Dirt Container. Insert the bottom first and pivot the Dirt Container towards the vacuum. Listen for a “click” sound, indicating that it snapped into place
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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
Care by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below.
Limited Five-Year Warranty
Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND
EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product BISSELL will repair or replace
(with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL’s option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for five 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.
BISSELL IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE ASSOCIATED 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 FIVE 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.
Service
If your BISSELL product should require service:
Contact BISSELL Consumer Care 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 Care.
Website: www.BISSELL.com
E-mail: www.BISSELL.com/email-us
Call:
BISSELL Consumer Care
1-800-237-7691
Monday – Friday 8am - 10pm ET
Saturday 9am - 8pm ET
Sunday 10am - 7pm ET
Please do not return this product to the store.
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an authorized service representative.
For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to be of service.
Contact us directly at 1-800-237-7691.
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