Warranty
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... caused by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as filters, bags, belts, or brushes. IF YOUR BISSELL PRODUCT SHOULD REQUIRE SERVICE: Contact BISSELL Consumer Services to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in accordance with a photocopy of your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Services. Three Year Warranty This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have questions about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have other rights which may...
... caused by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as filters, bags, belts, or brushes. IF YOUR BISSELL PRODUCT SHOULD REQUIRE SERVICE: Contact BISSELL Consumer Services to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in accordance with a photocopy of your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Services. Three Year Warranty This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have questions about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have other rights which may...
User Guide
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Earn BISSELL Rewards! See details on back page USER'S GUIDE 81M9 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5-6 Assembly 6-9 Operations 10-15 Maintenance and Care 16-17 Troubleshooting 18 Replacement Parts 18 Accessories 19 Warranty 20 Product Registration 20 Consumer Care Register your product today!
Earn BISSELL Rewards! See details on back page USER'S GUIDE 81M9 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5-6 Assembly 6-9 Operations 10-15 Maintenance and Care 16-17 Troubleshooting 18 Replacement Parts 18 Accessories 19 Warranty 20 Product Registration 20 Consumer Care Register your product today!
User Guide
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... of us at BISSELL. Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum We're glad you 'll receive fast, considerate assistance. Your BISSELL vacuum is a global leader in 1876. My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in the design, manufacture, and service of high quality homecare products like your BISSELL vacuum. Thanks again, from all of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Bissell Chairman & CEO 2 www...
... of us at BISSELL. Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum We're glad you 'll receive fast, considerate assistance. Your BISSELL vacuum is a global leader in 1876. My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in the design, manufacture, and service of high quality homecare products like your BISSELL vacuum. Thanks again, from all of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Bissell Chairman & CEO 2 www...
User Guide
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... to dry completely before conducting maintenance. This model is running. ■ Brush may reduce air flow. ■ Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all instructions before attaching the TurboBrush® Tool. ■ Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Do not modify the polarized plug to operate vacuum cleaner or use vacuum cleaner in use...
... to dry completely before conducting maintenance. This model is running. ■ Brush may reduce air flow. ■ Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all instructions before attaching the TurboBrush® Tool. ■ Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Do not modify the polarized plug to operate vacuum cleaner or use vacuum cleaner in use...
User Guide
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Product view Handle TurboBrush® Tool* OxyPro®, OxyPro Pet®, or Professional Oxy Total® Carpet Spot & Stain Remover Removable Holster Easy Empty Dirt Container Stretch Hose Power Switch Brush On/Off Switch Upper Tank Inner Cyclone Screen Dusting/ Upholstery Tool* Pre-Motor Filter Height Adjustment Knob Foot Window Wide Cleaning Foot Lock 'n Seal® Lever Post-Motor Filter Brush 4 www.bissell.com *Accesories may vary 800.237.7691
Product view Handle TurboBrush® Tool* OxyPro®, OxyPro Pet®, or Professional Oxy Total® Carpet Spot & Stain Remover Removable Holster Easy Empty Dirt Container Stretch Hose Power Switch Brush On/Off Switch Upper Tank Inner Cyclone Screen Dusting/ Upholstery Tool* Pre-Motor Filter Height Adjustment Knob Foot Window Wide Cleaning Foot Lock 'n Seal® Lever Post-Motor Filter Brush 4 www.bissell.com *Accesories may vary 800.237.7691
User Guide
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... open- 4 5 ing by lining up the tabbed end of the hose into extension wand support on the right side of vacuum (when viewing fCroomntofruorntto).oMl®otdhealt 81M9-1 stores in the hole marked "tool" on the back of vac- Attach handle to back of the vacuum (position toward bottom of the vacuum. Attach storage clips, tool, and vacuum hose 1. Attach lower cord wrap to vacuum 1. uum body). Attach Twist 'n Snap™ hose...
... open- 4 5 ing by lining up the tabbed end of the hose into extension wand support on the right side of vacuum (when viewing fCroomntofruorntto).oMl®otdhealt 81M9-1 stores in the hole marked "tool" on the back of vac- Attach handle to back of the vacuum (position toward bottom of the vacuum. Attach storage clips, tool, and vacuum hose 1. Attach lower cord wrap to vacuum 1. uum body). Attach Twist 'n Snap™ hose...
User Guide
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... the cord. Follow instructions on the vacuum. "ON" (I ) to left side of vacuum (when viewing from front) by lining up the two tabs on the back side of the vacuum when viewing from the front. Assembly Attach carpet spot & stain remover Pet holster 1. Locate the bag that may be turned OFF when cleaning this type of the plug to attach plug to page 4. 6 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 To release power cord, rotate...
... the cord. Follow instructions on the vacuum. "ON" (I ) to left side of vacuum (when viewing from front) by lining up the two tabs on the back side of the vacuum when viewing from the front. Assembly Attach carpet spot & stain remover Pet holster 1. Locate the bag that may be turned OFF when cleaning this type of the plug to attach plug to page 4. 6 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 To release power cord, rotate...
User Guide
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.... Consider setting your cleaner on front of carpet. NOTE: The brush will only rotate when vacuum is in reclined cleaning position, it will not rotate when in cleaning position. for medium pile carpet. High setting - www.bissell.com 7 800.237.7691 Height adjustments Turn Dial on its rear wheels to transport from room to recline vacuum in upright position. for low pile carpet or bare floors. For...
.... Consider setting your cleaner on front of carpet. NOTE: The brush will only rotate when vacuum is in reclined cleaning position, it will not rotate when in cleaning position. for medium pile carpet. High setting - www.bissell.com 7 800.237.7691 Height adjustments Turn Dial on its rear wheels to transport from room to recline vacuum in upright position. for low pile carpet or bare floors. For...
User Guide
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... cleaner to page 4. 8 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Refer to work for colorfastness. 2. Operations Using BISSELL Pet Carpet Spot & Stain Remover* Your new vacuum comes with a clean, white absorbent cloth. How to test for 5 minutes. With vacuum in circular pattern, completely covering stain. 3. NOTICE: Test stain remover in conspicuous area prior to applying to stain to use For best results: treat stains immediately. Note: Keep...
... cleaner to page 4. 8 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Refer to work for colorfastness. 2. Operations Using BISSELL Pet Carpet Spot & Stain Remover* Your new vacuum comes with a clean, white absorbent cloth. How to test for 5 minutes. With vacuum in circular pattern, completely covering stain. 3. NOTICE: Test stain remover in conspicuous area prior to applying to stain to use For best results: treat stains immediately. Note: Keep...
User Guide
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.... Attach tools by the wheel. Crevice Tool: Use in upright position, remove hose end from the suction inlet near the bottom of hose connected to the clear tank. 2. Press gently down d. Pet Contour Tool® (Included with desired attachment for longer reach. and pull towards you in any direction. Do not remove "tabbed" end of the vacuum by firmly pushing onto vacuum hose or extension wand. TurboBrush® Tool: Use rotation brush...
.... Attach tools by the wheel. Crevice Tool: Use in upright position, remove hose end from the suction inlet near the bottom of hose connected to the clear tank. 2. Press gently down d. Pet Contour Tool® (Included with desired attachment for longer reach. and pull towards you in any direction. Do not remove "tabbed" end of the vacuum by firmly pushing onto vacuum hose or extension wand. TurboBrush® Tool: Use rotation brush...
User Guide
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... power cord from electrical outlet. 2. Make sure it is very important to "Unlock" position. 3. Turn Power OFF. With dirt container removed, grasp inner 3 cyclone screen and twist counterclockwise until the locking tabs stop the rotation. Wipe out the inside the upper tank with mild detergent. Note: Let completely dry before replacing. Slide Lock 'n Seal lever left to perform the following maintenance steps. Cleaning...
... power cord from electrical outlet. 2. Make sure it is very important to "Unlock" position. 3. Turn Power OFF. With dirt container removed, grasp inner 3 cyclone screen and twist counterclockwise until the locking tabs stop the rotation. Wipe out the inside the upper tank with mild detergent. Note: Let completely dry before replacing. Slide Lock 'n Seal lever left to perform the following maintenance steps. Cleaning...
User Guide
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Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter Check pre-motor filter and wash as needed based on the top of cleaning. 1. NOTE: The pre-motor filter may differ from electrical outlet. 2 2. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from debris and is NOT washable and 4 must be hand washed in the filtration process to return clean air to clean. The pre-motor filter protects motor from electrical outlet. 2. Replacing the post-motor filter cartridge 1. Push the button on frequency of post...
Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter Check pre-motor filter and wash as needed based on the top of cleaning. 1. NOTE: The pre-motor filter may differ from electrical outlet. 2 2. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from debris and is NOT washable and 4 must be hand washed in the filtration process to return clean air to clean. The pre-motor filter protects motor from electrical outlet. 2. Replacing the post-motor filter cartridge 1. Push the button on frequency of post...
User Guide
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Turn power OFF. Clean hair, strings, and other end over rotating floor brush in following section. Replace drive belt 1. With rotating floor brush removed from motor pulley and around floor brush. If properly installed, drive belt should center itself on sides of vacuum. 3 5. Remove the six screws on the sole plate with the six screws. 12 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Check air passageway for obstructions, remove any damage is present, discard old drive and...
Turn power OFF. Clean hair, strings, and other end over rotating floor brush in following section. Replace drive belt 1. With rotating floor brush removed from motor pulley and around floor brush. If properly installed, drive belt should center itself on sides of vacuum. 3 5. Remove the six screws on the sole plate with the six screws. 12 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Check air passageway for obstructions, remove any damage is present, discard old drive and...
User Guide
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... stop operating. Remove the obstruction and the brush will automatically reset when the vacuum is plugged and turned back on or the thermal protector continues to activate, your cleaner to protect it from electrical outlet. 2. full dirt cup, dirty filters or clog). 3. When the motor cools for the source of the user guide. 4. When the thermal protector activates, the main vacuum motor will be no suction. 13 If the cleaner will continue to locate an authorized Service...
... stop operating. Remove the obstruction and the brush will automatically reset when the vacuum is plugged and turned back on or the thermal protector continues to activate, your cleaner to protect it from electrical outlet. 2. full dirt cup, dirty filters or clog). 3. When the motor cools for the source of the user guide. 4. When the thermal protector activates, the main vacuum motor will be no suction. 13 If the cleaner will continue to locate an authorized Service...
User Guide
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If clog persists, follow instructions for checking the rotating brush and drive belt on page 10. 3. Turn power OFF. Check the pre-motor filter and clean as necessary as instructed in hose base. Check for obstructions. 14 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Unplug power cord from the vacuum by the wheel. Check the post-motor filter and replace if necessary as instructed on page 12 and inspect air passageway for a clog 5 in the hose or in Cleaning Pre-Motor Filter section...
If clog persists, follow instructions for checking the rotating brush and drive belt on page 10. 3. Turn power OFF. Check the pre-motor filter and clean as necessary as instructed in hose base. Check for obstructions. 14 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Unplug power cord from the vacuum by the wheel. Check the post-motor filter and replace if necessary as instructed on page 12 and inspect air passageway for a clog 5 in the hose or in Cleaning Pre-Motor Filter section...
User Guide
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... opening is at the top and lift top cover to remove 4. 3. of suction. Tip: TurboBrush® may not be turning due to clean debris. 4. www.bissell.com 15 800.237.7691 Turn power OFF. Remove the brush from electrical outlet 2. Refer to lock into place. maintenance instructions. 1. Maintenance and care TurboBrush® Tool maintenance NPeot tTeu:rMbooBdreulsh8®1MTo9o-1l acnodmfeosllowwiths the same 2. Unplug vacuum cord from the drive belt...
... opening is at the top and lift top cover to remove 4. 3. of suction. Tip: TurboBrush® may not be turning due to clean debris. 4. www.bissell.com 15 800.237.7691 Turn power OFF. Remove the brush from electrical outlet 2. Refer to lock into place. maintenance instructions. 1. Maintenance and care TurboBrush® Tool maintenance NPeot tTeu:rMbooBdreulsh8®1MTo9o-1l acnodmfeosllowwiths the same 2. Unplug vacuum cord from the drive belt...
User Guide
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... setting 1. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker 3. Thermal protector activated 4. Twist 'n Snap hose not securely attached 3. Remove obstruction or debris, see , page 7 16 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Adjust powerfoot to correct height 2. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting see page 14, unplug cleaner to suction opening 2. Firmly push hose wand into locked position 4. Dirt container full 9. Broken or worn drive belt 5. Brush switch turned to operate brush 3. Clear clogs, see page 10 10. Troubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won 't pick up dirt...
... setting 1. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker 3. Thermal protector activated 4. Twist 'n Snap hose not securely attached 3. Remove obstruction or debris, see , page 7 16 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Adjust powerfoot to correct height 2. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting see page 14, unplug cleaner to suction opening 2. Firmly push hose wand into locked position 4. Dirt container full 9. Broken or worn drive belt 5. Brush switch turned to operate brush 3. Clear clogs, see page 10 10. Troubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won 't pick up dirt...
User Guide
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...-1291 Part Name Crevice Tool Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool TurboBrush® Tool Extension Wand Twist 'n Snap Vacuum Hose Pet TurboBrush® Tool Pet Contour Tool® 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 18 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 BISSELL vacuum Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Part No. 203-1520 203-1512 203-1509 203-1510 203-7930 13A2 13A2-1 95C9 2 Part Name Drive Belt Foot Brush Roll Pre-Motor Foam Filter Post-Motor Filter Holster OxyPro® Carpet Spot and Stain Remover OxyPro® Pet Carpet Spot & Stain Remover Professional...
...-1291 Part Name Crevice Tool Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool TurboBrush® Tool Extension Wand Twist 'n Snap Vacuum Hose Pet TurboBrush® Tool Pet Contour Tool® 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 18 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 BISSELL vacuum Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Part No. 203-1520 203-1512 203-1509 203-1510 203-7930 13A2 13A2-1 95C9 2 Part Name Drive Belt Foot Brush Roll Pre-Motor Foam Filter Post-Motor Filter Holster OxyPro® Carpet Spot and Stain Remover OxyPro® Pet Carpet Spot & Stain Remover Professional...
User Guide
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... of the product BISSELL will repair or replace (with the User's Guide is not covered. This warranty does not apply to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in accordance with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL's option, free of purchase by the original purchaser, for three years any other rights which may not apply to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. If your...
... of the product BISSELL will repair or replace (with the User's Guide is not covered. This warranty does not apply to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in accordance with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL's option, free of purchase by the original purchaser, for three years any other rights which may not apply to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. If your...
User Guide
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... ET ATTN: Consumer Services Or visit the BISSELL website -www.bissell.com When contacting BISSELL, have model number of a warranty claim. Friday 8 am - 10 pm ET Saturday 9 am - Printed in the event of cleaner available. Product Support Reminders and Alerts We'll contact you benefits over the lifetime of your product. BISSELL Consumer care For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your...
... ET ATTN: Consumer Services Or visit the BISSELL website -www.bissell.com When contacting BISSELL, have model number of a warranty claim. Friday 8 am - 10 pm ET Saturday 9 am - Printed in the event of cleaner available. Product Support Reminders and Alerts We'll contact you benefits over the lifetime of your product. BISSELL Consumer care For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your...