Bissell Vacuum Cleaner 33A1 User Manual

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Pet Hair Eraser  
C O R D E D H A N D V A C U U M  
U S E R ’ S G U I D E  
3 3 A 1 S E R I E S  
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Safety Instructions  
4
Product View  
4
Assembly  
4-5  
Operations  
6
Maintenance and Care  
6-7  
Troubleshooting  
7
Consumer Services  
7
Replacement Parts  
8
Warranty  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using an electrical appliance, basic  
precautions should be observed, including  
the following:  
Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging  
vacuum cleaner.  
Use extra care when cleaning stairs.  
Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid,  
gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of  
explosive liquids or vapors.  
READ All InStRUctIonS  
bEfoRE USInG yoUR  
HAnD VAcUUM.  
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,  
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).  
Do not use hand vacuum cleaner 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.  
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider  
than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and  
before conducting maintenance.  
Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as  
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.  
WARnInG:to reduce  
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,  
the risk of fire, electric shock,  
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.  
or injury:  
Do not use without filters in place.  
Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.  
Keep appliance on a level surface.  
Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a  
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.  
Do not leave hand vacuum cleaner unattended  
when it is plugged in.  
SAVE tHESE  
InStRUctIonS foR  
fUtURE USE  
Unplug from outlet when not in use and  
before servicing.  
Unplug before attaching the nozzles.  
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.  
Do not allow children to operate vacuum  
cleaner or use as a toy.  
Close attention is necessary when used by or  
tHIS APPlIAncE  
HAS A PolARIZED  
PlUG.  
near children.  
Do not use for any purpose other than described in  
this user’s guide.  
Use only manufacturer’s recommended  
attachments.  
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.  
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.  
If appliance is not working as it should, has been  
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped  
into water, have it repaired at an authorized  
service center.  
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,  
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp  
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord.  
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.  
This model is for household use only.  
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp  
the plug, not the cord.  
Do not handle hand vacuum cleaner or plug with  
wet hands.  
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with  
any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust,  
lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.  
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of  
body away from openings and moving parts.  
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Product view  
Handle  
Power Switch  
Dirt Container  
Release Latch  
Dirt Container  
Nozzle Release  
Button  
Flexible Rubber  
Contour Nozzle  
16ft. Power Cord with  
Cord Wrap System  
Filter Screen  
HEPA Media  
Filter  
Exhaust  
Assembly  
your unit will come assembled and will require  
no tools to put together.  
Operations  
Power switch  
the power switch is located on the end of the curved  
handle.  
to turn hand vacuum on ( I ), press up.  
to turn hand vacuum off ( 0 ), press down.  
2.  
cleaning with hard nozzle  
1. Turn hand vacuum OFF.  
2. Remove flexible rubber nozzle by pressing  
down on round nozzle release button.  
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Operations  
cleaning with hard nozzle  
3.  
2.  
3. Replace with hard nozzle by lining up the  
bottom of nozzle to the bottom of the dirt  
container. Pivot upwards to snap into place.  
4. Make sure the nozzle has snapped securely  
into place before using.  
cleaning with flexible rubber contour nozzle  
1. Turn hand vacuum OFF.  
3.  
2. Remove hard nozzle by pressing down on  
round nozzle release button.  
3. Replacewithflexiblerubbercontournozzlebylining  
up the bottom of nozzle to the bottom of the dirt  
container. Pivot upwards until it snaps into place.  
4. Make sure the nozzle has snapped securely  
into place before using  
Emptying the dirt container  
Empty the dirt container after each use. A  
full dirt container may reduce suction or  
performance of vacuum.  
1. Turn hand vacuum OFF.  
2. Unplug hand vacuum from electrical outlet.  
3. Press dirt container release latch down to  
disconnect dirt container and filter assembly  
from the unit.  
AttEntIon:  
for best performance,  
dirt container and filter  
assembly should be  
cleaned after every use.  
4. Remove filter by grasping tabs on both sides  
of filter frame and pulling away from the dirt  
container. For best results, periodically tap  
filter assembly against trash can to remove  
dirt that has collected on the screen and  
filter.  
3.  
4.  
6.  
5. Empty dirt into trash can.  
6. Replace filter assembly by aligning side  
labeled “TOP” into top of dirt container.  
Grasp filter tabs and press firmly to ensure  
filter assembly is secure in dirt container.  
5.  
7.  
notE: Make sure side of filter assembly  
labeled "toP" faces outward when inserting  
filter assembly into dirt container.  
7. Reattach dirt container to unit by aligning  
bottom of dirt container to bottom of unit.  
Pivot upwards and snap into place. Use one  
hand to hold the unit and use the other hand  
to clip the dirt container securely in place.  
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Maintenance and care  
cleaning the filter and screen  
4.  
1. Turn hand vacuum OFF.  
2. Unplug hand vacuum from electrical outlet.  
3. Press dirt container release latch down to discon-  
nect dirt container and filter assembly from the unit.  
4. Remove filter by grasping tabs on both sides of  
5.  
6.  
5a.  
filter frame and pulling away from the dirt container.  
5. Separate filter assembly by grasping tabs  
on both sides of assembly and pull. For best  
results, periodically tap filter and screen  
against trash can to remove dirt that has  
collected on the screen and filter.  
6. Reconnect filter and screen by aligning  
rectangular tab on filter with insert on screen.  
Press together to ensure assembly is secure.  
7. See page 5 to reattach dirt container.  
notE: Dirt container and screen may be  
rinsed with cold water. Ensure both are dry  
before reinserting.  
Do not wash or rinse pleated filter.  
Storage/cord wrap system  
A wrap is always attached to the cord for quick  
and easy storage.  
Insert  
Tab  
1. To store the unit, turn hand vacuum OFF.  
2. Unplug hand vacuum from electrical outlet.  
3. Bundle cord, using wrap that is located on  
cord, to store.  
nozzle Maintenance  
Keep nozzles clean and free of debris.  
1. Wipe nozzles clean with damp cloth.  
Troubleshooting  
Hand vacuum won’t turn on  
Possible causes  
Remedies  
1. Power cord not plugged in  
2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker in home  
1. Check electrical plug  
2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker  
Hand Vacuum won’t pick up or low suction  
Possible causes  
Remedies  
1. Dirt container not installed properly  
1. Check assembly of dirt container making  
sure it is snapped in  
2. Dirt container is full  
2. Empty dirt container and reattach  
3. See instructions above. Replace filter if needed  
4. Wipe tools clean with damp cloth  
3. Filter or screen is dirty  
4. Nozzles are clogged with debris  
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Troubleshooting  
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.  
for any questions or concerns, bISSEll is happy to be of service.  
contact us directly at 1-800-237-7691.  
BISSELL Consumer Services  
For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call:  
bISSEll consumer Services  
1-800-237-7691  
Monday - Friday  
Saturday  
Or write:  
8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET  
9 a.m. — 8 p.m. ET  
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.  
PO Box 3606  
Grand Rapids MI 49501  
ATTN: Consumer Services  
Or visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.com  
When contacting BISSELL, have model number of cleaner available.  
Please record your Model Number: ___________________  
Please record your Purchase Date: ___________________  
notE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of purchase date in the event of  
a warranty claim. See Warranty on page 8 for details.  
Replacement parts - BISSELL vacuum  
Item  
1
Part no.  
97D5  
Part name  
HEPA Media Filter Assembly  
2
3
203-1408  
203-1409  
Flexible Rubber Contour Nozzle  
Hard Nozzle  
1
2
3
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Warranty - BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser® Corded Hand 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 Services by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below.  
limited one year Warranty  
Subject to the *EXcEPtIonS AnD EXclUSIonS identified below, upon receipt of the product BISSELL  
Homecare, Inc. will repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL’s  
option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any defective or  
malfunctioning part.  
See information below on "If your BISSELL product should require service".  
This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. This warranty does not  
apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters, belts, or brushes. Damage or malfunction caused  
by negligence, abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or any other use not in accordance with the User's Guide is  
not covered.  
If your bISSEll product should require service:  
Contact BISSELL Consumer Services to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area.  
If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions about your warranty,  
contact BISSELL Consumer Services.  
Website or E-mail:  
Use the “Customer Services” tab.  
or call:  
BISSELL Consumer Services  
1-800-237-7691  
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. ET  
Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET  
or Write:  
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.  
PO Box 3606  
Grand Rapids, MI 49501  
ATTN: Consumer Services  
BISSELL HOMECARE, INC. IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE  
USE OF THIS PRODUCT. BISSELLS LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE  
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above  
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  
*EXcEPtIonS AnD EXclUSIonS fRoM tHE tERMS of tHE lIMItED WARRAnty  
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER  
ORAL OR WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION  
OF LAW, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION  
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.  
©2008 BISSELL Homecare, Inc  
Grand Rapids, Michigan  
All rights reserved. Printed in Korea  
Part Number 110-4040  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty last so the  
above limitation may not apply to you.  
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