Maintenance and care

Cleaning and replacing the pre-motor filter

Use only genuine BISSELL replacement filters in your Velocity Bagged vacuum.

1.Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.

2.Remove the Bag Tank and vacuum bag as described on page 9.

3.The pre-motor filter is located inside the Bag Tank. Remove the filter and its plastic cage. Separate the filter from the cage and wash by hand in warm water. Mild detergent may be used if desired. Rinse well, then air dry thoroughly before replacing the pre-motor filter.

WARNING:

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

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Replacing the post-motor filter

Use only genuine BISSELL Style 9 (#32076) replacement filters in your BISSELL Velocity Bagged vacuum.

1.Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.

2.The post-motor filter assists in the filtration process to return clean air to the room. It is located behind the door on the side of the vacuum. When the filter becomes dirty, open the door, remove the filter and replace. The white, pleated HEPA Media Filter* is not washable.

Post-Motor

Filter

Check rotating floor brush and drive belt

You should check your vacuum cleaner's rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly for wear or damage. You should also clean the brush tand brush ends of string, hair, and carpet fibers. These can wrap around the brush and hamper its ability to effectively clean your carpet. Also remove any debris that has accumulated under the brush cover.

1.Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, turn off vacuum cleaner and disconnect Power Plug from electrical outlet.

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2.Place handle in low position and turn

vacuum cleaner over so bottom side is up.

3.Remove the five screws with a Phillips-head

screwdriver. Lift the brush cover off.

Brush Cover

*The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with the IEST-RP-CC001.5 or the EN-1822-1:2009 HEPA standard.

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Bissell 6221 warranty Cleaning and replacing the pre-motor filter, Replacing the post-motor filter