Bissell 6700 User Manual

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Butler Revolution

™

Compact Canister Vacuum Cleaner. Everything we know about

floor care went into the design and construction of this powerful,

high-tech home vacuuming system.

Your Butler Revolution

™

is well made, and we 

back it with a comprehensive one-year warranty. 

We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, 

dedicated Consumer Service department, so, 

should you ever have a problem, you’ll receive

fast, considerate assistance.

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 

Butler Revolution.

™

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell

President and Chief Executive Officer

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Model 6700

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Assembly

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Operation

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Maintenance

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Troubleshooting

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Powerful, quiet motor 

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Multi-surface cleaning capabilities

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Specialized tools for all 

vacuuming needs

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Long cord with Automatic Rewind

feature

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Triple Filtration System

User’s Guide

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Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,

ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

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Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors

given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some

moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other

explosive or toxic vapors.

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Do not use for any purpose other than described

in this User’s Guide.

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Always turn off this appliance before connecting

or disconnecting vacuum hose.

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Use only manufacturer’s recommended 

attachments.

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Use only on dry , indoor surfaces.

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Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.

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Keep appliance on a level surface.

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Turn off all controls before plugging or 

unplugging cleaner.

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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

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Pay close attention when working around children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE HAS A 

POLARIZED PLUG.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this 

appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other). This plug will fit in a

polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does

not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it

still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician

to install a proper outlet. Do not change the

plug in any way.

This model is for household use only.

When using an electrical appliance, basic

precautions should be observed, including

the following:

Read all instructions before using your 

canister vacuum cleaner. 

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of 

fire, injury or electric shock:

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Do not leave cleaner when it is plugged in.

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Unplug from outlet when not in use and before

servicing.

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Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

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To unplug grasp plug not cord. 

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Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a 

handle, close door on cord, pull cord around

sharp corners, run cleaner over cord, or expose

cord to heated surfaces.

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Hold plug when rewinding the cord onto 

the reel. Do not allow the plug to whip 

when rewinding.

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Do not use cleaner if it has been dropped, 

damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.

Return it to an Authorized Service Center.

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Do not allow children to use as a toy.

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Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

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Do not handle cleaner or plug with wet hands.

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Do not put any object into openings, use with

blocked opening, or restrict air flow.

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Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.

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Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fingers or 

body parts to get near openings or floor brush 

in the appliance.

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Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches

or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.

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Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass,

nails, screws, coins, etc.

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Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials

(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in

the presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Compact Canister Vacuum.

About your warranty

BISSELL Consumer Services

If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or 

questions about your warranty, call:

BISSELL Consumer Services

1-800-237-7691 

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 7 p.m. EST

Saturday 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. EST

Or write:

BISSELL INC

PO Box 3606

Grand Rapids  MI 49501

ATTN:  Consumer Services

When contacting BISSELL, have model number of unit available.

Please record your Model Number: ___________________

Please record your Purchase Date:  ___________________

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, call BISSELL Consumer Services.

One Year Warranty

BISSELL Inc., upon receipt of the product, will repair or replace, free of charge, any

part which is defective or malfunctioning within one year of purchase to the original

purchaser, provided the product is used for personal, and not commercial or 

rental service.

Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with

the User’s Guide will not be covered. This warranty does not cover parts of the unit that

require replacement under normal use.

Under this warranty, if it is BISSELL’s conclusion that your unit cannot be repaired,

BISSELL will replace the product.

If your BISSELL product should require service:

Call BISSELL Consumer Services at 1-800-237-7691 and we will give

you the name and address of an authorized BISSELL Service Center in

your area. If there is not an authorized BISSELL Service Center in

your area, one of our Service Representatives will be happy to assist

you. You can also visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.com to locate

a Service Center near you.

©2000 BISSELL Inc

Grand Rapids, Michigan

All rights reserved. Printed in USA

Part Number 603-5845

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www.bissell.com

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