Bissell Trilogy Pet User Guide - Page 11

Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter Check pre-motor filter and wash as needed based on frequency of cleaning. 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet. 2. The pre-motor filter protects motor from debris and is located in the slide out 2 tray underneath the dirt container. If filter becomes dirty, pull out the tray, lift out the foam filter pad to clean. NOTE: The pre-motor filter may be hand washed in cold water with mild detergent. Rinse well and dry completely before replacing. Replacing the post-motor filter cartridge 1. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from 2 electrical outlet. 2. The post-motor filter assists in the filtration process to return clean air to the room. It is located under the pre-motor filter tray. The vacuum must be in reclined position to remove the filter. 3. Using your foot, press the handle release 3 pedal and tilt vacuum handle back to a 60 degree angle. Push the button on the top of post-motor filter door to unlatch and remove the door.* 4. If the post-motor filter is dirty, remove and replace it. The white, pleated postmotor filter is NOT washable and must be 4 replaced.* 5. Replace the filter door before returning vacuum back to upright position. *product images may differ from consumers' models. www.bissell.com 11 800.237.7691