Bissell 40N8E User Manual - Roubleshooting

13

w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 

T

roubleshooting

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, hose and/or extension wands are blocked

1.  Remove each part and check for blockages

2.  Filters are dirty

2.  Check and clean or replace all filters

3.  Dirt cup is full

3.  Empty dirt cup

4.  Hose connector not securely attached to suction inlet

4.  Make sure hose connector is locked into

 suction inlet

5.  Crack or hole in hose

5.  Check hose and replace if needed

6.  Air flow regulator is set to open or

6.  Change to closed or maximum setting

minimum setting

7.  Clog in the dirt cup

7.  Clear clog from dirt cup following

 instructions on page 12

visible dust escaping from vacuum

Possible causes 

Remedies

1.  Dirt cup is full

1.  Empty dirt cup

2.  Filters missing or installed incorrectly

2.  Check all filters for correct installation

3.  Filters are dirty

3.  Check and clean or replace all filters

4.  Hose is blocked

4.  Remove hose and check for

 blockages

5.  Hose connector not securely attached to suction inlet

5.  Make sure hose connector is locked into

 suction inlet

6.  Crack or hole in hose

6.  Check hose and replace if needed

other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an  

authorized service representative.

thank you for selecting a bISSEll product.

Please do not return this product to the store.             

WaRNING:   

to reduce the risk of electric shock, 

turn power oFF and disconnect 

plug from electrical outlet before 

performing maintenance or  

troubleshooting.