Bissell PowerForce Compact User Guide - Page 8

Maintenance and care How to maintain your Vacuum To maintain maximum cleaning performance, the following maintenance steps must be performed: 1. Clean the dirt tank if any visible clogs occur. 2. Empty the dirt cup when the dirt reaches the "Full" line on the side. 3. Check the inner and outer circular filters in the filter cup, as well as the pre-motor filter at least once per month and clean or replace as needed. 4. Check rotating floor brush frequently, remove any strings, hair or debris that might interfere with the suction power. Note: More frequent filter cleaning or replacement may be necessary if you are vacuuming new carpet, fine dust, or have allergy concerns. Follow the instructions on the following pages to perform these simple maintenance steps. Cleaning the dirt tank You have three parts to your dirt tank: 2. upper tank, dirt cup, and filter cup. Emptying the dirt cup The dirt cup needs to be emptied when dirt reaches the "Full" line. 1. Turn off vacuum and unplug it from electrical outlet. 2. Remove dirt cup by sliding the dirt cup release lever. Then pull dirt cup out. 3. Empty dirt into garbage container. 4. 4. Put the dirt cup back in the vacuum and push in the dirt cup release handle to lock into place. Note: There are two clips on the base of the vacuum that the cup will fit into to ensure proper placement. 8 w w w. b i s s e l l . c o m WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts and/or electrical shock, step power switch to "OFF" and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing troubleshooting checks Upper Tank Dirt Cup Full Line Filter Cup 3. Tip: The dirt cup may be washed in warm water with a mild detergent. Remove the lower tank from the bottom before washing. Rinse and dry thoroughly before re-attaching it. This is not dishwasher safe. 800.237.7691