Bissell 6100 Series User Manual

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  • Page 1

    U s e r ’ s g u i d e 6100 series 220-240v 3 safety instructions 4 product view 5 assembly 6-9 operation 10-15 maintenance and care 16-17 troubleshooting 18 consumer services 19 replacement parts 20 warranty.

  • Page 2: Mark J. Bissell

    2 t hank you for buying a bissell healthy home vacuum™ 2 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. We trust that it will bring you many years of satisfaction. It is backed with a limited t...

  • Page 3: Mportant Safety Instructions

    3 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m 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. Warning: to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ use indoors only...

  • Page 4: Roduct View

    4 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m upper handle hose turbobrush ™ crevice tool deluxe metal telescoping wand easyempty™ dirt container headlight height adjustment dial brush furniture protection guard release button carrying handle filter door latch screen hepa filter cartridge (inside) filter tray (fo...

  • Page 5: Ssembly

    5 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m tool required: phillips screwdriver 1. Slide upper handle onto lower handle. Insert one screw into hole marked with an arrow and tighten until snug. 2. Attach hose by lining up the tabs on the collar with the corresponding notches on the back of the vacuum as shown. T...

  • Page 6: Transporting Your Cleaner

    Transporting your cleaner use the handle on the front to carry the cleaner or place the cleaner in the upright position and tip back to roll on the rear wheels. Releasing the power cord the upper and lower cord wraps rotate to allow for quick and easy removal of the power cord. Fingertip power switc...

  • Page 7: Fingertip Brush Switch

    Fingertip brush switch the rotating brush is turned on or off using the switch at the side of the top of the handle. The brush will start rotating when the unit is reclined. The brush should be on for most carpeted floors. You may want to turn the brush off for bare floor cleaning or other delicate ...

  • Page 8: Turbobrush

    Turbobrush use rotating brush action for small areas such as stairs and upholstery. Note: press gently when using the turbobrush to gain maximum cleaning. Too much pressure could cause the brush to stop rotating. Combination brush use longer soft bristles for dusting. Remove long bristle portion and...

  • Page 9: Peration

    Emptying the dirt container empty the dirt container as soon as the dirt reaches the “full” line on the side of the container. 1. Press the release button on top of the carrying handle to remove the dirt container. 2. Choose an emptying method. Method #2 is recommended for allergy sufferers. Method ...

  • Page 10: Cleaning The Foam Filter

    Cleaning the dirt container additional steps can be taken to clean the dirt container as necessary. 1. Ensure the dirt container has been emptied. 2. Remove the lower portion by pressing the front and back latches on the upper portion as shown. 3. Clean the screen with a cloth or soft brush to remov...

  • Page 11: Debris Picked Up.

    Replacing the hepa filter cartridge the hepa filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or if suction is declining. More or less frequent replacing may be required based on individual vacuuming habits and types of debris picked up. Note: to have the benefits of the airetight ™ hepa system,...

  • Page 12: Clearing Clogs

    Clearing clogs low suction or poor pickup may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. If you notice a change in the sound of the motor or a reduction in the spinning action in the dirt container, check for a clog. If there is no suction or if suction is reduced at the hose, follow these steps to che...

  • Page 13: Clearing Clogs Continued

    Clearing clogs continued if suction is normal at the hose, follow these steps to check for and clear the clog for floor cleaning: 1. Check diverter area at back of machine for diverter position and clogs. When the hose wand is inserted in the base, the diverter should be down. If a clog is visible n...

  • Page 14: Aintenance and Care

    14 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m m aintenance and care brush reset if something becomes lodged in the foot and the brush shuts off, turn the cleaner off and unplug from the electrical outlet. Remove the obstruction. The brush will automatically reset when the cleaner is plugged in and turned back on...

  • Page 15: Changing The Light Bulb

    15 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m changing the light bulb 1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Recline handle for easier access to light bulb and remove screw to lift off lens. 3. Remove the bulb by grasping bulb and pulling straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb by pushing gently i...

  • Page 16: Roubleshooting

    16 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m t roubleshooting vacuum cleaner won’t turn on possible causes remedies 1. Power cord not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Thermal protector activated 2. Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, see page. 13 3. Handle not fully attached 3. Remove handle and reinsta...

  • Page 17: Roubleshooting

    T roubleshooting 17 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m vacuum cleaner is difficult to push possible causes remedies 1. Incorrect height setting 1. Turn dial to higher setting visible dust escaping from cleaner possible causes remedies 1. Filter tray missing or not installed properly 1. Check filter tray ...

  • Page 18: Issell Consumer Services

    18 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m b issell consumer services if your bissell product should require service: in the uk, australia or new zealand, 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 co...

  • Page 19: Item

    19 w w w . B i s s e l l . C o m 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. Please note, all attachments may not store on board your vacuum. Item part no. Part name 1 3282 hepa filter c...

  • Page 20: Limited Two Year 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 a...