Bissell 3130 warranty Cleaning the pre-motor filter, Cleaning the upper tank, Maintenance and care

Maintenance and care

Cleaning the pre-motor filter

The pre-motor filter protects the motor from debris. It is the small, round filter located underneath the dirt cup, right above the motor.

1.Turn off vacuum and unplug it from electrical outlet.

2.Remove dirt cup by pulling the dirt cup release handle. Then lift dirt cup out.

3.Remove the small round pre-motor filter located on the base of the vacuum.

4.Remove any dust or debris from the filter. Rinse well under warm water, then air dry thoroughly before replacing.

*Note: Always make sure all filters are in place and thoroughly dry before using this vacuum.

5.Replace dirt cup and push in dirt cup release handle to lock into place.

Cleaning the upper tank

1.Turn off vacuum and unplug it from electrical outlet.

2.Remove dirt cup by pulling the dirt cup release handle. Then lift dirt cup out.

3.Twist the primary separator to unlock it and pull it down. Brush off any dirt and rinse off screen with warm water. Air dry completely before replacing.

4.Check hose inlet for any clogging.

5.Reassemble the primary separator by centering the front symbol and twisting toward lock position, as shown.

6.Replace dirt cup and push in dirt cup release handle.

WARNING:

Do not operate vacuum cleaner with damp or wet filter or without all filters in place.

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