Warranty
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... a Return Authorization Number and a pre-paid mailing label to return the unit to BISSELL for personal, and not commercial or rental service. BISSELL's liability will repair or replace (with the User's Guide is not covered. See information below , upon receipt of the product BISSELL Homecare, Inc. This warranty applies to product used for warranty repair. --The machine should require service". If there are no authorized BISSELL Service Centers in...
... a Return Authorization Number and a pre-paid mailing label to return the unit to BISSELL for personal, and not commercial or rental service. BISSELL's liability will repair or replace (with the User's Guide is not covered. See information below , upon receipt of the product BISSELL Homecare, Inc. This warranty applies to product used for warranty repair. --The machine should require service". If there are no authorized BISSELL Service Centers in...
User Guide
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USER'S GUIDE 12B1, 68C7 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4-5 Product View 6 Assembly 7-8 Operations 9-12 Maintenance and Care 13 Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 15 Warranty 16 Product Registration 16 Consumer Care
USER'S GUIDE 12B1, 68C7 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4-5 Product View 6 Assembly 7-8 Operations 9-12 Maintenance and Care 13 Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 15 Warranty 16 Product Registration 16 Consumer Care
User Guide
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..., manufacture, and service of this powerful, high-tech home vacuuming system. Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum We're glad you 'll receive fast, considerate assistance. Today, BISSELL is well made, and we know about floor care went into the design and construction of high quality homecare products like your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless vacuum. Everything we back it with a limited one year warranty. Bissell Chairman, President...
..., manufacture, and service of this powerful, high-tech home vacuuming system. Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum We're glad you 'll receive fast, considerate assistance. Today, BISSELL is well made, and we know about floor care went into the design and construction of high quality homecare products like your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless vacuum. Everything we back it with a limited one year warranty. Bissell Chairman, President...
User Guide
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... attachments. ■■ Do not use vacuum cleaner in any purpose other than the other). Do not use only. 3 Keep cord away from openings and moving parts. ■■ Turn off by or near children. ■■ Do not use for household use with wet hands. ■■ Do not put any opening blocked; To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. ■■ Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug...
... attachments. ■■ Do not use vacuum cleaner in any purpose other than the other). Do not use only. 3 Keep cord away from openings and moving parts. ■■ Turn off by or near children. ■■ Do not use for household use with wet hands. ■■ Do not put any opening blocked; To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. ■■ Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug...
User Guide
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Product View 68C7 Model Shown TurboBrush174; Tool (68C7 Models) Handle Primary Separator Upper Tank Easy Empty8482; Dirt Container Inner and Outer Circular Filters Lock 'n Seal8482; Lever Post Motor HEPA Media Filter* (68C7 Models) Height Adjustment Knob Quick Release8482; Cord Wrap Power Cord Lower Filter Cup Powerfoot *The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with IEST-RP-CC001.5 HEPA standard. 4 Furniture Protection Guard
Product View 68C7 Model Shown TurboBrush174; Tool (68C7 Models) Handle Primary Separator Upper Tank Easy Empty8482; Dirt Container Inner and Outer Circular Filters Lock 'n Seal8482; Lever Post Motor HEPA Media Filter* (68C7 Models) Height Adjustment Knob Quick Release8482; Cord Wrap Power Cord Lower Filter Cup Powerfoot *The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with IEST-RP-CC001.5 HEPA standard. 4 Furniture Protection Guard
User Guide
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Product View 68C7 Model Shown Cord Clip Hose Clip Stretch Hose Crevice Tool Carrying Handle Combination Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Power Switch Handle Release Pedal Foot Hose Extension Wand Hose Wand Hose Wand Base 5
Product View 68C7 Model Shown Cord Clip Hose Clip Stretch Hose Crevice Tool Carrying Handle Combination Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Power Switch Handle Release Pedal Foot Hose Extension Wand Hose Wand Hose Wand Base 5
User Guide
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... brush roll and snap the TurboBrush174; Tool into place. 1 Tip: Hold onto the plastic hose collar while installing. Attach the bracket by aligning the bottom of bracket with the opening of the handle. Attach vacuum hose and tools 1. Turn the hose to the right to lock the hose into place when the hose handle is not yet inserted into the storage clip. Locate handle and remove screw packet taped to vacuum 1. Assembly Attach handle...
... brush roll and snap the TurboBrush174; Tool into place. 1 Tip: Hold onto the plastic hose collar while installing. Attach the bracket by aligning the bottom of bracket with the opening of the handle. Attach vacuum hose and tools 1. Turn the hose to the right to lock the hose into place when the hose handle is not yet inserted into the storage clip. Locate handle and remove screw packet taped to vacuum 1. Assembly Attach handle...
User Guide
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... turn power ON and OFF. Upright: for storage, transporting, and above floor cleaning with tools. • Transport in upright position by grasping the polarized plug (NOT the cord) and disconnect from outlet. 3. Unplug power cord by tilting vacuum on rear wheels and push forward or use carrying handle on the bottom left of the back of three cleaning positions: 1. Normal Cleaning: Press handle release pedal once for cleaning under the red power switch...
... turn power ON and OFF. Upright: for storage, transporting, and above floor cleaning with tools. • Transport in upright position by grasping the polarized plug (NOT the cord) and disconnect from outlet. 3. Unplug power cord by tilting vacuum on rear wheels and push forward or use carrying handle on the bottom left of the back of three cleaning positions: 1. Normal Cleaning: Press handle release pedal once for cleaning under the red power switch...
User Guide
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... to dust, blinds, books, lamps, shelves, and baseboards. Crevice Tool: Use in a raking motion. TurboBrush174; Tool (Select Models): Use rotating brush action for desired use. Lowest Setting: For low pile carpet and barefloors. C. Remove Hose: With vacuum in upright position, grasp the Quick Reach Handle and lift hose wand to stop rotating. Too much pressure will cause the brush to separate from suction intake opening. 2. Adjust to high setting if difficult to hose cleaning above floor surfaces. 1. B C D 8 Tools 1 Attach desired tool...
... to dust, blinds, books, lamps, shelves, and baseboards. Crevice Tool: Use in a raking motion. TurboBrush174; Tool (Select Models): Use rotating brush action for desired use. Lowest Setting: For low pile carpet and barefloors. C. Remove Hose: With vacuum in upright position, grasp the Quick Reach Handle and lift hose wand to stop rotating. Too much pressure will cause the brush to separate from suction intake opening. 2. Adjust to high setting if difficult to hose cleaning above floor surfaces. 1. B C D 8 Tools 1 Attach desired tool...
User Guide
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... electrical outlet. 2. NOTE: The dirt container may be wiped clean with filters. Make sure it is completely dry before replacing. 7. Cleaning Inner & Outer Circular Filter 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 3 2. Grasp the filter located at the bottom of the circular foam filters. Separate the outer foam filter and inner pleated circular filter. Rinse well, let filters completely air dry before reassembling with a damp cloth. Completely air dry before replacing in filter cup...
... electrical outlet. 2. NOTE: The dirt container may be wiped clean with filters. Make sure it is completely dry before replacing. 7. Cleaning Inner & Outer Circular Filter 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 3 2. Grasp the filter located at the bottom of the circular foam filters. Separate the outer foam filter and inner pleated circular filter. Rinse well, let filters completely air dry before reassembling with a damp cloth. Completely air dry before replacing in filter cup...
User Guide
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Maintenance and Care Cleaning the HEPA Media filter* 2 The pre-motor filter protects the motor from electrical outlet. 2. Replacing the HEPA Media filter* (68C7 model series only) pre-motor filter The HEPA Media filter* assists in the center of the round part of the Lock 'n Seal lever. 3. Locate filter behind the filter door on the front of it. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from debris. 1. Remove and replace when filter becomes dirty. Checking rotating floor brush and drive belt Check your vacuum's rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly...
Maintenance and Care Cleaning the HEPA Media filter* 2 The pre-motor filter protects the motor from electrical outlet. 2. Replacing the HEPA Media filter* (68C7 model series only) pre-motor filter The HEPA Media filter* assists in the center of the round part of the Lock 'n Seal lever. 3. Locate filter behind the filter door on the front of it. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from debris. 1. Remove and replace when filter becomes dirty. Checking rotating floor brush and drive belt Check your vacuum's rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly...
User Guide
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.... 2. Remove the screw attaching the hose wand base to a clog in the sound of rotating floor brush down into place. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. Place ends of the vacuum motor, check for clogs. 4. If you notice a change in the vacuum. Turn power OFF. Place new drive belt over motor pulley and stretch other end over rotating floor brush in the base, the wand, and the hose. 5. Check upper tank and suction inlet for clogs. 1. Discard old drive belt. 3. Empty Dirt...
.... 2. Remove the screw attaching the hose wand base to a clog in the sound of rotating floor brush down into place. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. Place ends of the vacuum motor, check for clogs. 4. If you notice a change in the vacuum. Turn power OFF. Place new drive belt over motor pulley and stretch other end over rotating floor brush in the base, the wand, and the hose. 5. Check upper tank and suction inlet for clogs. 1. Discard old drive belt. 3. Empty Dirt...
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Twist collar so opening is at the top and lift clear cover to remove. 4. Twist collar until opening on the cover. Reposition top cover making sure to lock into slots on vacuum handle. 3. Unplug vacuum cord from belt and clean debris. 5. Turn power OFF. Replace brush inside tab at the front with the opening is at the bottom to line up inside belt and place ends into place. 12 Remove tool from hose or from clip on the sides. 5 6. Remove brush from electrical outlet. 3 2. Maintenance and Care TurboBrush174; Tool Maintenance select models only 1.
Twist collar so opening is at the top and lift clear cover to remove. 4. Twist collar until opening on the cover. Reposition top cover making sure to lock into slots on vacuum handle. 3. Unplug vacuum cord from belt and clean debris. 5. Turn power OFF. Replace brush inside tab at the front with the opening is at the bottom to line up inside belt and place ends into place. 12 Remove tool from hose or from clip on the sides. 5 6. Remove brush from electrical outlet. 3 2. Maintenance and Care TurboBrush174; Tool Maintenance select models only 1.
User Guide
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... the risk of service. Vacuum cleaner won't turn power OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. This will reset thermal protector Vacuum cleaner doesn't have good suction... Thank you should be of electric shock, turn on pg. 11 and 12 for selecting a BISSELL brand product. If you for clearing clogs Filters are dirty Check and clean filter Hose not properly attached Make sure hose collar is properly installed Vacuum is not suctioning or blowing...
... the risk of service. Vacuum cleaner won't turn power OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. This will reset thermal protector Vacuum cleaner doesn't have good suction... Thank you should be of electric shock, turn on pg. 11 and 12 for selecting a BISSELL brand product. If you for clearing clogs Filters are dirty Check and clean filter Hose not properly attached Make sure hose collar is properly installed Vacuum is not suctioning or blowing...
User Guide
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...-1192 203-8037 203-1215 203-7170 203-7171 Part Name Style 7/9/10/12 Drive Belt (2-Pack) Crevice Tool Combination Dusting Brush / Upholstery Tool Extension Wand Hose Assembly (12B1 Series) Hose Assembly (68C7 Series) Brush Roll Assembly (12B1 Series) Brush Roll Assembly (68C7 Series) Pleated Circular Filter Foam Filter Post Motor HEPA Media Filter* (68C7 Series) Pre-Motor Filter TurboBrush174; Bracket TurboBrush174; Tool 1 2 3 4 5a/5b 6a/6b 7 8 11 12 9 10 *The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with IEST-RP-CC001...
...-1192 203-8037 203-1215 203-7170 203-7171 Part Name Style 7/9/10/12 Drive Belt (2-Pack) Crevice Tool Combination Dusting Brush / Upholstery Tool Extension Wand Hose Assembly (12B1 Series) Hose Assembly (68C7 Series) Brush Roll Assembly (12B1 Series) Brush Roll Assembly (68C7 Series) Pleated Circular Filter Foam Filter Post Motor HEPA Media Filter* (68C7 Series) Pre-Motor Filter TurboBrush174; Bracket TurboBrush174; Tool 1 2 3 4 5a/5b 6a/6b 7 8 11 12 9 10 *The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with IEST-RP-CC001...
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... about repairs or replacement parts, or if you . 15 Website or E-mail: www.bissell.com Use the "Customer Support" tab. Some states do not allow limitations on "If your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Care. Damage or malfunction caused by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as filters, belts, or brushes. If you need information about your BISSELL product should require service: Contact BISSELL Consumer Care to product used for...
... about repairs or replacement parts, or if you . 15 Website or E-mail: www.bissell.com Use the "Customer Support" tab. Some states do not allow limitations on "If your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Care. Damage or malfunction caused by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as filters, belts, or brushes. If you need information about your BISSELL product should require service: Contact BISSELL Consumer Care to product used for...
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... information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your original sales receipt. Special Promotions Optional: Register your email to register your product. Please record your Model Number Please record your Purchase Date NOTE: Please keep your warranty, call: BISSELL Consumer Care 1-800-237-7691 Monday - c o m ©2012 BISSELL Homecare, Inc Grand Rapids, Michigan All rights reserved. Registering is quick, easy...
... information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your original sales receipt. Special Promotions Optional: Register your email to register your product. Please record your Model Number Please record your Purchase Date NOTE: Please keep your warranty, call: BISSELL Consumer Care 1-800-237-7691 Monday - c o m ©2012 BISSELL Homecare, Inc Grand Rapids, Michigan All rights reserved. Registering is quick, easy...