Maintenance and care

To maintain maximum cleaning perfor- mance, the following maintenance steps must be performed:

Emptying the dirt container

Dirt container should be emptied before debris reaches the FULL line.

1.Turn power OFF (O). Unplug unit from electrical outlet.

2.Grasp the two release buttons on the front of the dirt container, depress both at same time and pull container straight out to remove from vacuum.

3.Empty dirt into garbage can.

NOTE: The dirt container may be washed in warm water with mild detergent. Make sure it is completely dry before replacing. DO NOT PUT IN DISHWASHER.

4.Replace dirt container back in vacuum until it snaps firmly into place.

NOTE: To ensure full suction power, make sure dirt container is thoroughly positioned and locked into place.

Cleaning the separator grill

1.Unplug unit from electrical outlet.

2.Separator grill can be reached by removing the dirt container, reaching into upper tank and turning rim of separator grill counter-clockwise to unlock. . Pull straight down to remove.

3.Separator grill may be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Air-dry thoroughly before replacing.

4.Replace separator grill by inserting into upper tank and turning clockwise until it is

secured in place .

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch OFF and discon- nect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing mainte- nance or troubleshooting checks.

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Bissell 81L2T warranty Maintenance and care, Emptying the dirt container, Cleaning the separator grill