Bissell PowerForce Helix Turbo Bagless User Guide - Page 9

Maintenance and Care To maximize performance and extend life of your vacuum, it is very important to perform the following maintenance steps. Empty Easy Empty™ Dirt Container Empty when dirt reaches the "Full" line on the container 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet. 2. Slide Lock 'n Seal lever to "Unlock" position. 3. Grasp dirt cup portion handle and pull straight out to remove from vacuum and empty. 4. Place dirt container back in the vacuum and slide lever to lock position. NOTE: The dirt container may be washed in warm water with mild detergent. Make sure it is completely dry before replacing. Cleaning Inner & Outer Circular Filter 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug vacuum cord from 2 3 electrical outlet 2. Remove dirt container. Grasp the filter located at the bottom of the dirt container, lift and pull straight out. DO NOT PULL CIRCULAR FOAM FILTER OUT OF THE FILTER CUP WHILE IT IS STILL IN THE VACUUM. 3. Grasp the plastic tab on the top of the circular foam filters. Twist to unlock and pull out. 4. Separate the outer foam filter and inner 4 pleated circular filter. Wash each individually by hand in warm water. Mild detergent may be used if desired. Rinse well, let filters completely air dry before replacing in filter cup. 5. Wash filter cup in warm water with mild detergent. Completely air dry before reassembling with filters. DO NOT PUT IN DISHWASHER. 6 6. The upper tank and louvers can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Reach underneath the upper tank and turn the rim of the louvers to the left to unlock. Pull straight down and remove. Make sure all parts are completely dry before replacing. 7. To replace louvers, position top of louvers inside clear center cavity and turn toward the right to lock tabs into place. 9