Bissell OptiClean Bagged Canister 42Q8 User Guide - Page 12

Maintenance and care Cleaning the Foam Post-Motor Filter 1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet. 2. Lift up on both of the filter storage tabs to open the post-motor filter compartment. 3. The Foam Post-Motor Filter is the black filter located at the top of the compartment door. Gently remove this filter. 4. The Foam Post-Motor Filter can be gently cleaned by washing in warm water with a mild detergent. Allow filter to dry completely before reinstalling. If filter is torn, replace with a new filter. 5. Reinstall filter. Press down on the filter storage door and snap back into place to close the filter compartment. 3. Foam Post-Motor Filter Tip: For maximum cleaning performance, check the filters often and clean or replace if necessary. WARNING: Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters or without all filters in place. 12 w w w. b i s s e l l . c o m 800.237.7691