Bissell 68Z3 Troubleshooting, Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product, Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible causes

1.Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in

2.Power button is not pressed down

3.Thermal protector activated

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and dis- connect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting.

Remedies

1.Check electrical plug

2.Press power button down

3.Allow vacuum to cool for 1 hour, see page 12

Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction

Possible causes		Remedies
1.	Tools, hose and/or telescoping extension wands are blocked	1.	Remove each part and check for blockages
2.	Filters are dirty	2.	Check and clean or replace pre-motor and post-motor filters
3.	Dirt container is full	3.	Empty dirt container
4.	Hose not securely attached to suction opening	4.	Make sure hose connector is locked into
			suction opening
5.	Crack or hole in flex hose	5.	Check hose and replace if needed
6.	Air flow regulator or variable suction power	6.	Change to closed or maximum setting
	control is set to open or minimum setting
Visible dust escaping from vacuum
Possible causes		Remedies
1.	Dirt container is full	1.	Empty dirt container
2.	Filters missing or installed incorrectly	2.	Check pre-motor and post-motor filter for correct installation
3.	Filters are dirty	3.	Check and clean or replace pre-motor and post-motor filters
4.	Flex hose is blocked	4.	Remove hose and check for blockages
5.	Hose not securely attached to suction opening	5.	Make sure hose connector is locked into suction opening
6.	Crack or hole in flex hose	6.	Check hose and replace if needed

Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be

performed by an authorized service representative.

Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.

Please do not return this product to the store.

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