Bissell Lift-Off Multi Cyclonic Pet Vacuum User Guide - English - Page 16

Troubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won't run Possible causes 1. Power cord not firmly plugged in WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Remedies 1. Check electrical plug 2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker 2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker 3. Thermal protector activated 3. Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, see page 15 No power at rotating floor brush Possible causes Remedies 1. Canister is not securely seated 1. Remove canister and replace, making sure that it "clicks" into place 2. Brush switch turned to "OFF" 2. Make sure brush switch is in "ON" position 3. Vacuum is in upright position 3. Recline vacuum to operate brush Vacuum cleaner won't pick up dirt Possible causes Remedies 1. Incorrect height adjustment 1. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting 2. Hose not attached to suction opening 2. Grasp hose grip and firmly push onto the base 3. Crack or hole in hose 3. Check hose and replace if needed 4. Drive belt broken, worn or off motor pulley 4. Reposition or replace drive belt, see page 12 5. Rotating floor brush bristles worn 5. Replace brush 6. Rotating floor brush jammed 6. Remove brush and clean debris from brush ends 7. Clog in vacuum 7. Follow instructions for clearing clogs on page 14 8. Dirt container full 8. Empty dirt container 9. Dirt container or secondary cyclone not installed properly 9. Position correctly and lock into place 10. Filters are dirty 10. Check and clean or replace secondary cyclone pre-motor and post-motor filters Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push Possible causes Remedies 1. Incorrect height adjustment 1. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting 16 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 800.237.7691