Bissell OptiClean® Bagged Canister 42Q8 User Guide - Page 7

Operations Power cord The power cord is located at the rear of the vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord, watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the power cord once the yellow line is visible. There is also a red line, which indicates the end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power cord out beyond the red line. Power button Turn the power ON or OFF by pressing lightly downward on the power button ( ). Automatic cord rewind Your vacuum is equipped with an automatic cord rewind. When cleaning is finished, press the power button OFF ( )and grasp the plug to disconnect from the electrical outlet. Hold the plug and press the automatic cord rewind button to rewind the cord automatically. Variable suction power control The variable suction power control panel is located on the top of the vac- uum. Press the + button to increase suction. Press the - button to decrease suction, for lightly soiled areas or delicate fabrics. Automatic Cord Rewind CAUTION: Be careful to avoid injury as cord retracts very quickly. Variable Suction Control Power Button WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks. w w w. b i s s e l l . c o m caution: Before using your vacuum, make sure that the dust bag and all filters (premotor and post-motor) are in place. Do not operate your vacuum without the dust bag and filters. 7 800.237.7691