Bissell BISSELL® Hard Floor Expert Deluxe Canister Vacuum 1161 User Guide - Page 6

D Operations E Care & Storage 1. Locate the power cord on the back of the To maintain maximum performance, perform unit and plug in. these simple maintenance steps. NOTE: The power cord can be pulled out until the yellow mark is visible. Do not pull out past the red mark on the cord. 2. Turn on the vacuum by pressing the power button on the base of the canister. N OTE: The vacuum starts at the maximum suction. Once the machine has been turned on the remote control can be used. The main power button on the canister will need to be activated at the start of every use before the remote control will work. 3. When the dust cup reaches the MAX line, turn off the machine and remove the dust cup from the base of the machine, by opening the lid and pulling up 4. To empty, locate the yellow tab that says "push" and push to empty E1 - Filter assembly, cleaning, and replacement 1. Remove dirt bin from the base of the canister. 2. Locate the filter on the back of the dirt bin and pull the latches to separate the filter from the bin. 3. Separate the pleated filter from the foam filter. 4. Clean pleated filter by tapping it lightly against the trash can. 5. The foam filter can be rinsed under water. NOTE: Make sure the filter is dry before replacing 6. Reassemble the components. 5. If the yellow cyclone is dirty, it can be E2 - Post-motor filter cleaning removed by rotating it counter clockwise and pulling out. Clean as needed before and replacement replacing. 1. Locate the post motor filter on the back of 6. Reassemble the dust cup after cleaning. the canister. 7. When cleaning is complete, power off the vacuum by using the remote control on the 2. Remove the filter by pulling down on the tab and pulling out. handle (placing it on standby). Then press 3. Separate the filter from the door. the power button on the base of the canister to turn the vacuum completely off. 4. Tap out the filter or replace if needed. 8. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical 5. Reassemble the components. outlet. Thermal motor protection An internal thermal protector has been designed into your cleaner to protect it from overheating. When the thermal protector activates, the main vacuum motor will stop operating. If this happens, proceed as follows: 1. Turn the cleaner OFF and unplug from E3 - Hard floor tool cleaning 1. Use a coin or slotted screwdriver to turn the knob from lock to unlock and remove the brush cover. 2. Remove the brush from the chamber for cleaning. 3. Replace the brush and secure the cover making sure to lock it in place. electrical outlet. 2. Check the cleaner for the source of overheating problem (ie. Full dirt cup,dirty filters or clog). 3. Fix the problem by following the steps in Battery replacement Push the battery cover open and replace batteries as indicated in the battery chamber (section B #5). the maintenance section of the user guide. To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch 4. When the motor cools for approximately off and disconnect plug from electrical socket 30 minutes, the thermal protector will before performing maintenance or care. reset and cleaning may continue. If the cleaner will not turn on or the thermal Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters protector continues to activate, your or without all filters in place. cleaner may need servicing. Call BISSELL Consumer Care or visit the website. This product is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use. Vacuuming of dust from products like plaster, concrete or ashes will damage the motor and void www.BISSELL.com 6 the warranty.