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Bissell 1240 User Manual

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Summary of 1240

  • Page 1

    2 thank you user's guide 12b1, 68c7 series safety instructions 3 product view 4-5 assembly 6 operations 7-8 maintenance and care 9-12 troubleshooting 13 replacement parts 14 warranty 15 product registration 16 consumer care 16.

  • Page 2

    2 t hanks for buying a bissell vacuum we’re glad you purchased a bissell vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this powerful, high-tech home vacuuming system. Your bissell vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one year warranty. We also sta...

  • Page 3: Mportant Safety Instructions

    3 i mportant safety instructions when using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: read all instructions before using your upright vacuum. Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and bef...

  • Page 4

    4 p roduct view 68c7 model shown handle powerfoot furniture protection guard height adjustment knob post motor hepa media filter* (68c7 models) lock ’n seal™ lever inner and outer circular filters upper tank quick release™ cord wrap power cord primary separator turbobrush® tool (68c7 models) easy em...

  • Page 5

    5 p roduct view carrying handle power switch crevice tool handle release pedal stretch hose 68c7 model shown extension wand combination dusting brush/ upholstery tool hose wand hose wand base foot hose hose clip cord clip.

  • Page 6: Warning:

    6 a ssembly attach handle to vacuum 1. Locate handle and remove screw packet taped to the base of the handle. 2. Stand the vacuum upright and place the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body. 3. Insert the two (2) screws into the existing holes on each side and tigh...

  • Page 7

    7 o perations power switch the red power switch is located on the bottom left of the back side of the unit. Press gently with foot to turn power on and off. Power cord when you are finished vacuuming, return to upright position and store power cord. 1. Turn vacuum off. 2. Unplug power cord by graspi...

  • Page 8

    8 o perations height adjustments turn knob on powerfoot to adjust to one of 5 height adjustments. If knob is difficult to turn, tilt the cleaner back slightly to take the weight off the foot while turning. Lowest setting: for low pile carpet and barefloors. Medium setting: for medium pile carpet. Hi...

  • Page 9

    9 m aintenance and care to maximize performance and extend life of your vacuum it is very important to perform the following maintenance steps. Empty easy empty™ dirt container empty when dirt reaches the “full” line on the container 1. Turn power off. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet. 2. Sl...

  • Page 10

    10 m aintenance and care cleaning the hepa media filter* the pre-motor filter protects the motor from debris. 1. Turn power off. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. The pre motor filter is located underneath the filter cup in the center of the round part of the lock ‘n seal lever. 3. Remov...

  • Page 11

    11 m aintenance and care replace drive belt 1. Turn power off. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. With rotating brush removed (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 m...

  • Page 12

    12 m aintenance and care turbobrush® tool maintenance select models only 1. Turn power off. Unplug vacuum cord from electrical outlet. 2. Remove tool from hose or from clip on vacuum handle. 3. Twist collar so opening is at the top and lift clear cover to remove. 4. Remove brush from belt and clean ...

  • Page 13: Warning:

    13 t roubleshooting vacuum cleaner won’t turn on... Possible causes remedies power cord not plugged in check electrical plug blown fuse/tripped breaker in home check/replace fuse or reset breaker thermal protector activated allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, see pg. 8. This will reset thermal pro...

  • Page 14

    14 r eplacement parts - bissell vacuum item part no. Part name 1 32074 style 7/9/10/12 drive belt (2-pack) 2 203-1056 crevice tool 3 203-1059 combination dusting brush / upholstery tool 4 203-1068 extension wand 5 203-8074 hose assembly (12b1 series) 6a 203-8049 hose assembly (68c7 series) 6b 203-80...

  • Page 15: Limited One Year Warranty

    15 w arranty - bissell vacuum 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 consumer care by e-mail...

  • Page 16

    Registering is quick, easy and offers you benefits over the lifetime of your product. You’ll receive: bissell rewards points automatically earn points for discounts and free shipping on future purchases. Faster service supplying your information now saves you time should you need to contact us with ...