Bissell PowerForce Bagless Vacuum User Guide - English - Page 10

Maintenance and care Cleaning post-motor filter Use only BISSELL Style 10 replacement filters in your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless. 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 front of the cleaner. When the filter becomes dirty, open the door, remove the filter and clean. 3. The post-motor filter may be hand washed in warm water. Mild detergent may be used if desired. Rinse well, then air dry thoroughly before replacing. 4. Replace the door by inserting the tabs on the left side and snapping the right side into place. 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 and 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 cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Place handle in low position and turn vacuum cleaner over so bottom side is up. 3. Remove the four screws as shown with a Phillips head screwdriver. Lift the brush cover off. 4. Grasp rotating floor brush at both ends and lift. 5. Clean strings, hair and other debris from rotating floor brush, paying particular attention to brush ends. 6. Clean strings, hair and other debris from motor pulley and drive belt areas. 7. Check drive belt carefully for wear, cuts or stressed areas. Replace if worn. 8. Check air passageway for obstructions. Remove debris from this area. Motor Pulley Post-Motor Filter WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, turn off vacuum cleaner and disconnect Power Plug from electrical outlet. Brush Cover Air Passageway 10 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 800.237.7691