Bissell BGU1451T Use and Care Manual
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1. Replace if worn 8 Check air passageway for obstruc tions Remove debris from this area Replace drive belt Use only BISSELL Style 7 Replacement Belts 32074 in your BISSELL Pro PowerForce 1 Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet 2 With rotating floor brush removed from vacuum cleaner Steps 1 4 of Check rotating floor brush and drive belt grasp old drive belt and remove from motor pulley Discard old drive belt 3 Place new drive belt over motor pulley and stretch other end over rotating floor brush in the space between the bristles 4 Place ends of rotating floor brush down into slots on sides as shown 5 Turn rotating floor brush by hand several times in direction of motor ulley If properly installed drive Felt will center itself 6 Reposition brush cover and four screws Tighten screws securely Make sure end of brush cover is snapped into place www bissellcommercial com Air Passageway Motor Pulley Press here 800 242 1378 Maintenance and care Clearing clog eee ees The hose on the back of the vacuum cleaner that carries the dirt from the powerfoot to the dust bag can sometimes become clogged If you notice a change in the sound of the vacuum motor or a reduction in suction check for clogs 1 Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet 2 Pull the bag door outward to open and set aside Remove the dust bag to check the suction Inlet for a clog 3 Grasp the quick reach2. handle and lift up to separate from the lower hose Check for a clog in the base the wand or the hose 4 Release the hose from the upper portion of the vacuum by turning to the right Straighten the hose and unclog with a long narrow object 5 If the clog persists turn the vacuum clean er OFF and unplug it Remove the brush cover Check the air passageway for obstructions See Page 10 for instructions on how to access the air passageway Remove debris from this area Reposition brush cover and four screws Tighten screws securely Make sure end of brush cover is snapped into place www bissellcommercial com ZAWARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting Suction Inlet Air Passageway 800 242 1378 Troubleshooting Pro PowerForce A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts turn off vacuum cleaner and disconnect from power outlet before performing troubleshooting steps Vacuum cleaner won t turn on Possible causes Remedies 1 Power cord not firmly plugged in 1 Check electrical plug 2 Blown fuse tripped breaker 2 Check replace fuse or reset breaker 3 Extension cord not connected properly to unit cord 3 Check connection Vacuum cleaner won t pick up dirt Possible causes Remedies 1 Incorrect height adjustment 1 Adjust powerfoot to correct he
3. last so the above limitation may not apply to you 15 www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Consumer Care For information about repairs or replacement parts or questions about your warranty call BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Consumer Care 800 242 1378 Monday Friday 8 am 10 pm ET Saturday 9am 8 pmET Or write BISSELL BigGreen Commercial 100 Armstrong Road Suite 101 Plymouth MA 02360 ATTN Consumer Care Or visit the BISSELL BigGreen Commercial website www bissellcommercial com When contacting BISSELL BigGreen Commercial have model number of cleaner available Please record your Model Number Please record your Purchase Date NOTE Please keep your original sales receipt It provides proof of purchase date in the event of a warranty claim See Warranty on pages 15 for details f BiSSEll BigGreen Commercial 2014 BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Plymouth MA 02360 All rights reserved Printed in China Part Number 160 4099 Rev 04 14 Visit our website at www bissellcommerical com 16 www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378
4. the upper cord wrap b Crevice Tool Use in tight narrow spaces c Extension Wand Use with desired toward floor and slip power cord attachments for a longer reach from upper and lower cord wrap NOTE When using the hose for above floor cleaning make sure the powerfoot does not tilt forward Io Vacuuming new carpet or fine powders may clog the dust bag causing the bag change indicator to turn red even though the dust bag does not appear to be full Change the dust bag to restore maximum performance www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 Operations Power cord re i ee When you are done using your BISSELL Pro PowerForce return it to the upright position and store the power cord 1 Turn vacuum cleaner OFF 2 Unplug power cord by grasping the plg NOT the cord and disconnect rom outlet 3 Loop power cord around cord wraps on side of vacuum cleaner 4 Clip molded plug to power cord to secure Power switch The power switch is located on the side of the vacuum Push the rocker switch ON I to vacuum and OFF O when cleaning is complete www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 Maintenance and care To maintain maximum aos from your BISSELL Pro PowerForce perform AN these simple maintenance checks WARNING Replace dust bag To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts turn off vacuum Never reuse a dust bag Use only the cleaner and disconnect Power following replacement bags
5. with this unit Plug from electrical outlet mU1451PK10 E U1451PK25 4 Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet A WARNING Pull the bag d tward fo open Set bag der nde p To reduce the risk of electric t it 3 Grasp dust bag collar and pull collar from OFF ae F lu connector tube Discard used dust bag fromielectrical outlet pe ore 4 Grasp new dust bag collar and push performing maintenance or firmly onto connector tube Tuck in troubleshooting checks dust bag 5 Replace bag door by placing tab on bottom of door into opening as shown Press top of door to snap securely shut NOTE Vacuum will not suction while the bag door is removed Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters or without bag and all filters in place www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre motor filter Use only BISSELL Replacement Filters in your BISSELL Pro PowerForce 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 The pre motor filter located in the bottom of the bag compartment protects the motor from dirt particles If filter becomes dirty lift out filter and clean 3 Remove the filter and any debris on top of it Rinse under warm water air dry completely before replacing Cleaning the post motor filter 1 Turn power OFF Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet 2 Locate filter behind the filter door on the side of the vacuum The mesh filter is
6. Bissell BigGreen Commercial PRO POWERFOICe USER S GUIDE 1451 SERIES 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5 Assembly 6 8 Operations 9 12 Maintenance and Care 13 Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 15 Warranty 16 Consumer Care Thanks for buying a BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Vacuum Were glad you purchased a BISSELL vacuum Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete high tech home cleaning system Your carpet cleaner is well made and we back it with a limited 90 day warranty We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable dedicated Consumer Care department so should you ever have a problem you ll receive fast considerate assistance My great grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876 Today BISSELL is a global leader in the design manufacture and service of high quality homecare products like your carpet cleaner Thanks again from all of us at BISSELL An ord 4 Kor Mark J Bissell President amp CEO Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded If it should malfunction or break down grounding pro vides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and ground ing plug The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local cod
7. G Tp reduce the risk of fire electric shock or Injury E Do not modify the plug to fit an outlet or extension cord E Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in E Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing E Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces E Do not allow children to operate vacuum cleaner or use as a toy E Close attention is necessary when used by or near children E Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user s guide E Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments H Do not use with damaged cord or plug E if appliance is not working as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water have it repaired at an authorized service center E Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as a handle close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run appliance over cord Keep cord away from heated surfaces E Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord E Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with wet hands E Do not put any object into openings Do not www bissellcommercial com use with any opening blocked keep openings free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow E Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts E Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner E Use extra care when cleaning
8. arm the unit or block the vacuum hose Z CAUTION The rotating floor brush continues to rotate Wile tools are in use To reduce the To injury A man ports always move t yacu n e carrying e Sai ae of the cleaner Avay lace vacuum cleaner on figor wi and E in n upright position Y en usin Never place your ngers un bs vacuum cleaner when it is running Never place powertoot on tumiture or uneven syrfaces T not par vacuum e Tio Hair string and small objects can block the vacuum hose or tools Check them occasionally for obstructions See Troubleshooting Guide for instructions 800 242 1378 Operations Special tools Your BISSELL Pro PowerForce is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner it s also a versatile above floor vacuum cleaner when you select one of the special fools t 1 Raise handle to upright position 2 Grasp the quick reach handle and lift up to separate from suction intake opening 3 Attach tools by firmly pushing onto hose wand or extension wand a b a Combination upholstery dusting brush tool Two types of G cleaning tools are included in one attachment rotate for desired tool E Use brush side to dust furniture blinds books lamps shelves E Use upholstery side for curtains Tip draperies cushions fabrics Your BISSELL Pro PowerForce features a Quick Release Cord Wrap To remove the power cord quickly and easily rotate
9. e not all of these parts may have come with your specific model they are available for purchase if desired Item Part No Part Name 1 U1451PK10 Standard Bag 10 pack 2 U1451PK25 Standard Bag 25 pack 3 U1451 Belt Drive Belt 1 pack 4 203 1056 Crevice Tool 5 203 1059 Combination Upholstery Dusting Brush 6 203 1068 Extension Wand 7 203 1824 Twist n Snap Vacuum Hose 8 203 1129 Hose Collar 9 203 1289 Brush Roll 1 203 5576 Pre Motor Filter 2031009 Post Motor Filter Oo 14 www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover please contact BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Consumer Care by E mail telephone or regular mail as described below Limited 90 Day Warranty Subject to the EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below upon receipt of the product BISSELL will repair or replace with new or remanufactured components or pou at BISSELL s option free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser for 90 days any defective or malfunctioning part See information below on If your BISSELL product should require service This warranty does not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters belts or brushes Damage or maltunction caused by negligence abuse neglect unauth
10. es and ordinances A WARNING Improper connection of the equipment ground ing conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to wheth er the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 V circuit and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A Figure 1 A www bissellcommercial com temporary adaptor that looks like the adaptor illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded outlet sketch A can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored ri id eae lug or the like extending from the Adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly sources outlet box cover Whenever the adaptor is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Exception In Canada the use of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code C22 1 800 242 1378 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic precautions should be observed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING UPRIGHT VACUUM AAWARNIN
11. ight setting 2 Hose not attached to suction opening 2 Grasp hose grip and firmly push onto the base 3 Twist n Snap hose not securely attached 3 Make sure Twist n Snap hose is snapped into position 4 Dust bag is full 4 Replace with new dust bag 5 Rotating floor brush bristles worn 5 Replace brush 6 Rotating floor brush jammed 6 Remove brush and clean debris from brush ends 7 Clog in vacuum 7 Follow instructions for clearing clogs on page 12 Tools won t pick up dirt Possible causes Remedies 1 Crack or hole in hose 1 Replace hose 2 Vacuum hose wand or tools dogged 2 Follow instructions for clearing clogs Vacuum cleaner difficult to push Possible causes Remedies 1 Incorrect height adjustment 1 Turn floor surface selector to next highest setting 2 Rotating floor brush not rotating 2 Check drive belt and brush Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an authorized service representative Thank you for a a BISSELL BigGreen Commercial product Please do not return this product to the store For any questions or concerns BISSELL BigGreen Commercial is happy to be of service Contact us directly at 800 242 1378 13 www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 Replacement Parts BISSELL Pro PowerForce You may purchase parts from your retailer by calling BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Consumer Care or by visiting our website Below is a list of common replacement parts Whil
12. orized repair or any other use not in accordance with the user s guide is not covered If your BISSELL BigGreen Commercial product should require service Contact BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Consumer Care to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area If you need information about repairs or replacement parts or if you have questions about your warranty contact BISSELL BigGreen Commercial Consumer Care Website or E mail www bissellcommerical com Or Call 800 242 1378 Monday Friday 8am 5pm ET Or Write BISSELL BigGreen Commercial 100 Armstrong Road Suite 101 Plymouth MA 02360 ATTN Consumer Care BISSELL IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT BISSELL BIG GREEN COMMERCIAL S LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER ORAL OR WRITTEN ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE Some states do not allow warranty limitations on how long an implied warranty
13. p the combination upholstery dusting brush tool into the storage clip as shown www bissellcommercial com 800 242 1378 Operations Handle position Press the handle release pedal with your foot to place your BISSELL Pro PowerForce into one of three cleaning positions 1 Upright For storage and above floor cleaning with special tools 2 Normal Cleaning Press handle release pedal once Use for most household floor cleaning tasks 3 Low Cleaning With the vacuum in normal cleaning position press handle release pedal again Use for reaching under low furniture such as tables chairs and beds Powerfoot height adjustment The powerfoot rotating floor brush on your BISSELL Pro PowerForce can be adjusted to clean several floor surfaces NOTE For optimal cleaning porormance adjust to the west practical setting If your cleaner is difficult to push adjust to the next higher setting 1 Place handle in upright position 2 Turn height adjustment knob to desired setting Lowest Setting For bare floors Medium Settings For short and medium pile carpets Highest Setting For plush pile or Berber carpet 3 Place the handle into the normal cleaning position and the powerfoot will adjust to the setting chosen NOTE You may also adjust the setting while in the normal cleaning position www bissellcommercial com Tip Before cleaning under low furniture check area first for objects that might h
14. rcial com 800 242 1378 Assembly The only tool you ll need to A WARN l NG Plastic film can be dangerous To avoid dron of suffocation rom babies assemble your vacuum cleaner is a Phillips head screwdriver Attach handle to vacuum keep away r D NRA RAN 1 Stand the vacuum upright and slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body 2 Check to be sure the handle is fitted to the vacuum body If there is a gap in front continue to push firmly until the handle is flush 3 Insert one screw from the assembly acket into the existing hole in the back of the handle Tighten securely with a screwdriver Attach vacuum hose and tools 1 Position the hose collar on the back of the vacuum as shown Hose Collar 2 Attach the hose collar with two screws from the assembly packet Tighten securely with a screwdriver 3 Line up the tabs on the base of the Twist n Snap Hose with the corresponding tab notches on the hose collar as shown Turn the Twist n Snap Hose to the left to lock the hose into place 4 Grasping the Quick Reach Handle 3 slide the end of the hose wand onto the suction intake opening Snap the hose into the hose clip NOTE The powerfoot will not operate effectively unless the hose wand is firmly attached to the suction intake opening 5 Place the crevice tool inside the extension wand and slide them into the storage clip as shown 6 Sna
15. stairs E Do not pick up flammable materials lighter fluid gasoline kerosene etc or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapors E Do not pick up toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc E Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil base paint paint thinner some mot proofing substances flammable dust or other explosive or toxic vapors E Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails screws coins etc E Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes E Do not use without filters in place E Use only on dry indoor surfaces E Keep appliance on a level surface E Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE This model is for commercial use only 800 242 1378 Product view Cord Clip Manala Hose Clip Stretch Hose Carrying Handle Quick Release Sa Civics Cord Wrap Switc Too E Quick Extension Reach Bag Door am Handle Twist Snap Combination Hose Upholstery Dusting Brush Too Tool Progs Power Cord oinar j Filter Quick Reach Handle Height Adjustment Knob Hose Wand Mount Powerfoot Furniture Protection Guard WARNING Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner until you are familiar with all instruc tions and operating procedures 4 www bissellcomme
16. washable and can be washed in warm water with mild detergent Make sure the filter is completely dry before replacing 3 Close the door Check rotating floor brush amp drive belt SaaS ae See ee 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 string hair and carpet fibers These can wrap around the brush and hamper its ability to effectively clean your carpet Also remove any debris that has accumulated under the brush cover 1 Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet 2 Place handle in low position and turn vacuum cleaner over so bottom side is up 3 Remove the four screws as shown with a Phillips head screwdriver Lift the brush cover off 4 Grasp rotating floor brush at both ends and lift 10 www bissellcommercial com ZAWARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting Post Motor Pre Motor Filter Filter Brush Cover 800 242 1378 Maintenance and care Check rotating floor brush amp drive belt cont EE SE eee 5 Clean strings hair and other debris from rotating floor brush payin particular attention to brush ends 6 Clean strings hair and other debris from motor pulley and drive belt areas 7 Check drive belt carefully for wear cuts or stressed areas
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