Bissell Rewind SmartClean® 58F83 User Guide - Page 10

Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter 1. Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. The pre-motor filter protects the motor from debris. It is located underneath the filter cup in the center of the round part of the Lock 'n Seal lever. 3. Remove the small round filter and any debris on top of it. Rinse well under warm water, then air dry thoroughly before replacing. Replacing the post-motor filter Use only genuine BISSELL style 16 (#32076) replacement filters in your BISSELL vacuum. 1. Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. The post-motor filter assists in the filtration process to return clean air to the room. It is located behind the door on the side of the vacuum. When the filter becomes dirty, open the door, remove the filter and replace. The white, pleated HEPA media filter is not washable. Note: A basic washable post-motor filter with reduced filtration is available if desired. Checking rotating floor brush and drive belt You should check your vacuum cleaner's rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly for wear or damage. You should also clean the brush and brush ends of strings, hair, and carpet fibers. These can wrap around the brush and alter its ability to effectively clean your carpet. Also remove any debris that has accumulated under the brush cover. 1. Turn power off. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Place handle in low position and turn vacuum cleaner over so bottom side is up. 3. Remove the five screws with a Phillips head screwdriver. Lift the brush cover off. 4. Grasp rotating floor brush at both ends and lift. 5. Clean strings, hair and other debris from rotating floor brush, paying particular attention to brush ends. WARNING: Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters or without all filters in place. Pre-Motor Filter Open Remove Door Filter WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, turn off vacuum cleaner and disconnect Power Plug from electrical outlet. 3. Brush Cover 10 w w w . b i s s e l l . c a 1-800-263-2535