USER'S GUIDE 81L8 SERIES 220-240V 2 Thank You 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5-6 Assembly 7-9 Operations 10-12 Maintenance and Care 13 Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 15 Warranty 16 Consumer Services
Thanks for buying a BISSELL Cleanview™ Pet We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL bagged cylinder vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your BISSELL bagged cylinder vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a problem, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your Cylinder VACUUM. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Unplug from outlet when not in use ■ Use indoors only. ■ For dry pick up only. ■ Do not leave machine when it is plugged in. ■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
Product view Handle Air Flow Regulator Flex Hose Swivel Hose Tool Caddy Variable Suction Power Control Telescoping Extension Wand Power Button Automatic Cord Rewind Button Bag Change Indicator Brush Switch Post-Motor HEPA Media Filter* Carry Handle Multi-Surface Floor Nozzle caution: Upholstery Tool Crevice Tool Dusting Brush Tool Caddy Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.
Assembly Assembling your vacuum WARNING: 1. Connect swivel hose by squeezing both locking buttons and inserting it into the suction opening on the canister. Once the swivel hose is inserted in the suction opening, release the locking buttons. 2. Connect telescoping extension wand to the handle end of the flex hose. Twist slightly to tighten. 3. Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from babies and children. 1. 2. 3. 4.
Assembly Storing in the in-use position 1. To store with the floor nozzle attached, insert the storage clip (located on the back of the floor nozzle) into the storage slot on 1. the rear of the vacuum. 2. 2. To store without the floor nozzle attached, insert the storage clip (located on the bottom of the telescoping extension wand) into the storage slot on the rear of the vacuum. Storing in the upright position 1.
Operations Power cord The power cord is located at the rear of the vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord, watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the power cord once the yellow line is visible. There is also a red line, which indicates the end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power cord out beyond the red line. Automatic cord rewind Your vacuum is equipped with an automatic cord rewind. When cleaning is finished, press the power button OFF and grasp the plug to disconnect from the electrical outlet.
Operations Special tools Your BISSELL Cleanview Pet is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a versatile bare floor vacuum cleaner and above floor vacuum cleaner when you select one of the special tools. Floor nozzle: Use to vacuum carpets, rugs and bare floors. Swivel head turns to get into tight spaces and fits under cabinets. 1. To vacuum carpets and rugs, push the brush switch to the carpet position. This will pull the brushes up into the floor nozzle.
Operations Variable suction power control The variable suction power control is located on the top of the vacuum. Slide the control toward the larger dots for maximum suction. Slide the control toward the smaller dots to minimize suction for lightly soiled areas or delicate fabrics. Air flow regulator Open the air flow regulator by sliding the regulator back towards the handle to an open position to reduce suction for delicate fabrics.
Maintenance and care Dust bag replacement 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Open the dust bag compartment by lifting up on the latch on the door on the front of the vacuum. 2. 3. Lift out the dust bag holder and dust bag. 4. Release the dust bag from the holder by pressing the dust bag holder clip and pulling the dust bag out of the holder. Discard the used dust bag. 5. Slide the new dust bag into the holder by inserting the dust bag into the tabs located at the bottom of the holder.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter The pre-motor filter protects the motor from dirt and dust particles. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Open the dust bag compartment by lifting up on the latch on the door at the front of the vacuum. Lift out the dust bag holder and dust bag. 3. Remove the filter frame from the filter holder by grasping the lip of the frame and pulling up. NOTICE: This product is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
Maintenance and care Replacing the post-motor HEPA media filter* The post-motor filter is a H13 HEPA media filter* which assists in the filtration process to return clean air to the room. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Remove the filter door (located on the rear of the vacuum) by pulling up on the filter door latch. 3. Remove the post-motor by grasping the lip of the filter frame and pulling up. 4. Replace the post-motor with a new filter.
Troubleshooting WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Vacuum cleaner won’t run Possible causes Remedies 1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Power button is not pressed down 2. Press power button down Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction Possible causes Remedies 1. Tools, flex hose and/or telescoping extension wand are blocked 1.
Replacement parts Item 1 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Part No.
Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from country to country. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by telephone, or regular post as described below, or contact your local in country distributor. Limited One Year Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
BISSELL consumer services If your BISSELL product should require service: Call BISSELL Consumer Services at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. For all other countries, contact your local in country distributor for questions, service, or repair. If you have questions about your warranty or need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
