Bissell 6596 warranty How To Maintain Your Vacuum, Empty Dirt Container

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How To Maintain Your Vacuum

To maintain maximum cleaning performance, the following maintenance steps must be performed:

1.Empty the Dirt Container when the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the side.

2.Check the Inner and Outer Circular Filters, and the Pre-Motor Filter at least once a month and clean or replace as needed.

3.Replace the HEPA Post-Motor Filter every three to six months.

Note: More frequent filter cleaning or replacing may be necessary if you are vacuuming new carpet, fine dust, or have allergy concerns. Follow the instructions on the following pages to perform these simple maintenance steps.

Empty Dirt Container

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn Power Switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Tip:

For maximum cleaning performance, check and clean or replace all filters as suggested.

The Dirt Container needs to be emptied when the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the side of the Container.

1.Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.

2.Slide the Lock ‘n Seal Lever to the "Unlock" position.

3.Grasp handle and pull the Dirt Container straight out to remove from vacuum.

4.Empty dirt into garbage container.

5.Put the Dirt Container back in the vacuum and slide the lever to the "Lock" position.

Note: The Dirt Container may be washed in warm water with a mild detergent. Remove the Filter Cup from the bottom before washing. Reassemble and make sure it is completely dry before using again.

Full Line

UnlockLock Position Position

Cleaning The Inner & Outer Circular Filters

Use only BISSELL Style 12 Replacement Filters in your BISSELL PowerForce Turbo Bagless.

1.Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.

2.Remove the Dirt Container as described in the previous section. Grasp the Filter Cup located at the bottom of the Dirt Container and twist counterclockwise to unlock and remove.

3.Grasp the Circular Filters and twist to unlock. Pull straight up to remove.

4.Separate the Outer foam and Inner pleated Circular Filters. Wash each individually by hand in warm water. Mild detergent may be used if desired. Rinse well, then air dry thoroughly before putting them back together and replacing in Filter Cup.

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