Bissell 3760 Vacuum cleaner won’t run, Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push, Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible Causes

1Power cord not plugged in

2Thermal protector activated

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts and/or electrical shock, turn Power Switch OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing trouble- shooting checks.

Remedies

1Check electrical plug

2Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, see pg. 13

No Power at Rotating Floor Brush

Possible Causes

1Cylinder is not securely seated

2Brush Switch turned to “Off”

3Vacuum is in Upright Position

Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt

Possible Causes

1Incorrect Height Adjustment

2Hose not attached to suction opening

3Crack or hole in Hose

4Drive Belt broken, worn or off motor pulley

5Rotating Floor Brush bristles worn

6Rotating Floor Brush jammed

7Clog in vacuum

8Dirt Container full

9Dirt Container or Upper Tank not installed properly

10Filters are dirty

Remedies

1Remove Cylinder and replace, making sure that it “clicks” into place

2Make sure Brush Switch is in “On” position

3Recline vacuum to operate brush

Remedies

1Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting

2Grasp Hose Grip and firmly push onto the base

3Check Hose and replace if needed

4Reposition or replace Drive Belt, see pg. 11-12

5Replace Brush

6Remove Brush and clean debris from Brush Ends

7Follow instructions on pg. 13 for clearing clogs

8Empty Dirt Container

9Position correctly and lock in place

10Check and clean or replace Upper Tank, Pre-Motor and Post-Motor Filters

Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push

Possible Causes

Remedies

1Incorrect Height adjustment

Visible dirt escaping from cleaner

Possible Causes

1Dirt Container full

2Filter missing or installed incorrectly

3Dirt Container installed incorrectly

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1Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting

Remedies

1Empty Dirt Container

2Check Upper Tank, Pre-Motor and Post-Motor Filters for correct installation

3Pull out and re-insert Dirt Container correctly

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Contents E R ’ S G U I D E SeriesThanks For Buying a Bissell Lift-OffSpinpower Important Safety Instructions Risk of fire, electric shock, or injuryOperating procedures Attach Handle To Vacuum How To Use This GuideHow To Put It Together Attach Vacuum Hose and ToolsHandle Positions How To Use Your Lift-Off SpinpowerPower Switch/Brush Switch Use in tight narrow spaces Power Height AdjustmentSpecial Tools Clean Filter Indicator Release ButtonShoulder Strap Power Cord StorageTransporting Cleaner BuckleEmpty Dirt Container How to Maintain Your Bissell Lift-Off SpinpowerCleaning The Upper Tank & Filter Full Line Lock PositionAir MotorPassageway Pulley Cleaning The Pre-Motor and Post-Motor FiltersPre-Motor Filter Hepa Media Post-Motor Filter Unplug the vacuum from electrical outletReposition Brush Cover and screws. Tighten screws securely Rotating Brush and Drive Belt MaintenanceTurboBrush Maintenance Unplug vacuum from electrical outletThermal Protector Turn the cleaner OFF O and unplug from electrical outletClearing Clogs Suction Opening Air PassagewayVisible dirt escaping from cleaner Vacuum cleaner won’t runVacuum cleaner is difficult to push TroubleshootingReplacement Parts Bissell Lift-Off Spinpower Series If your Bissell product should require serviceBissell Consumer Services Monday Thursday Limited Two Year WarrantyWarranty