Maintenance and care

Cleaning the dirt cup

The dirt cup should be emptied after each use.

1.Make sure cordless bare floor vacuum is turned OFF.

2.Press grey dirt cup release button on back of unit to release dirt cup and filter assembly.

3.Separate dirt cup from filters by inserting middle finger and thumb into slots and pull.

4.Empty dirt cup in trash can. Rinse in warm water if desired. Make sure it is completely dry before reassembling.

5.To reassemble, snap filter assembly back into dirt cup.

6.Replace dirt cup and filter assembly by gently pressing it into unit until assembly clicks into place. Make sure dirt cup and filter assembly are secure before turning unit on.

Cleaning the filters

The pleated filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or if suction is declining. More or less frequent replacing or cleaning may be required based on individual vacuuming habits and types of debris picked up.

1.Press grey dirt cup release button on back right side of unit to release dirt cup and filter assembly.

2.Separate dirt cup from filters by inserting thumb into round slot and pull.

3.Separate filter assembly by pulling on either side of assembly.

4.Foam filter rests in front of pleated filter. Pull the foam filter out to access pleated filter.

5.Remove foam filter from plastic assembly and hold under running water to wash. Mild detergent may also be used if desired. Air dry thoroughly before replacing.

6.Wipe pleated filter with damp cloth. Air dry thoroughly before replacing.

7.To reassemble, snap filter assembly back into dirt cup.

8.Replace dirt cup and filter assembly by gently pressing it into unit until assembly clicks into place. Make sure the dirt cup and filter assembly are secure before turning unit on.

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Bissell 21R9 warranty Maintenance and care, Dirt cup should be emptied after each use