PowerForce™ B A G L E S S USER’S GUIDE 75Q1 SERIES 220-240V 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5 Assembly 6-7 Operation 8-12 Maintenance and Care 12-13 Troubleshooting 14 Technical Queries 15 Replacement Parts
Thank you for buying a BISSELL PowerForce™ Bagless Vacuum We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL PowerForce Bagless Vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this powerful, high-tech home vacuuming system. 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 BISSELL PowerForce Bagless. Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL. Mark J.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your UPRIGHT VACUUM. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Use indoors only. Do not leave machine when it is plugged in. Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
Product view Cord Clip Hose Clip Stretch Hose Handle Crevice Tool Carrying Handle Extension Wand Twist 'n Snap™ Hose Connector Quick Release™ Cord Wrap Power Cord Primary Separator Reach™ Quick Handle Combination Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Upper Tank Dirt Container Hose Wand Filter Cup Inner and Outer Circular Filters Hose Wand Base Power Switch Lock ’n Seal™ Lever Pre-Motor Filter Post-Motor Filter Handle Release Pedal Height Adjustment Knob Foot Hose caution: Do not plug in your vac
How to use this guide This User’s Guide has been designed to help you get the most satisfaction from your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless. You’ll find assembly and operating instructions, safety precautions, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting instructions. Please read this User's Guide thoroughly before assembling your vacuum cleaner. Pay particular attention to the product diagram, assembly instructions, and part names. Locate and organize all parts before assembly.
Operation 1 Handle position 2 Press the handle release pedal with your foot to place your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless 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.
Operation Special tools Your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless 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 tools. 1. Raise handle to upright position. 2. Grasp Quick Reach handle and lift hose wand to separate from suction intake opening. 3. Attach tools by firmly pushing onto vacuum hose or extension wand. NOTICE: The floor brush will continue to rotate while you use your vacuum for above floor cleaning.
Maintenance and care To maintain maximum cleaning performance from your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless, perform these simple maintenance steps. 1. Empty the dirt container when the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the side. 2. Check the inner and outer circular filters, and the pre-motor filter at least once a month and clean or replace as needed. 3. Clean or replace the post-motor filter every three to six months.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the inner & outer circular filters Use only BISSELL Style 10 replacement filters in your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless. 1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Remove the dirt container as described in the previous section. Grasp the filter cup located at the bottom of the dirt container and twist counterclockwise to unlock and remove. 3. Grasp the circular filters and pull straight up to remove. 4. Separate the outer foam and inner pleated circular filters.
Maintenance and care Cleaning post-motor filter Use only BISSELL Style 10 replacement filters in your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless. 1. Unplug 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 front of the cleaner. When the filter becomes dirty, open the door, remove the filter and clean. 3. The post-motor filter may be hand washed in warm water. Mild detergent may be used if desired.
Maintenance and care Replace drive belt Use only BISSELL Style 10 replacement belts in your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless. 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.
Maintenance and care Clearing clog Primary Separator Low suction, poor pickup or no suction may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. If you notice a change in the sound of the vacuum motor or a reduction in the spinning action in the dirt container, check for clogs. 1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Empty dirt container. 3. Check upper tank and primary separator for build up or clogs. Check to make sure primary separator is installed correctly.
Troubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won't pick up dirt (continued) Possible causes Remedies 5. Broken or worn drive belt 5. Replace drive belt, see page 11 6. Rotating floor brush bristles worn 6. Replace brush 7. Rotating floor brush jammed 7. Remove brush and clean debris from brush ends 8. Clog in vacuum 8. Follow instructions for clearing clogs on page 12 9. Dirt container full 10. Dirt container not installed properly 9. Empty dirt container 10. Position correctly and lock in place 11.
Technical queries For any technical queries, please contact our Technical Helpline as follows: Tel. 0840 300 7775 Monday - Friday 9 am — 8 pm Saturday - Sunday 10 am — 6 pm When contacting our Technical Helpline, have model number of unit available. Please record your Model Number: ___________________ Please record your Purchase Date: ___________________ Note: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of date of purchase.
Replacement parts - BISSELL PowerForce Bagless Below is a list of common replacement parts. While not all of these parts may have come with your specific model, they are available for purchase if desired. Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Part No.
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