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Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible Causes

 

Remedies

  Power cord not plugged in 

  Check electrical plug

  Blown fuse/tripped breaker 

  Check/Replace fuse or reset breaker

Vacuum cleaner or Tools won’t pick up dirt

Possible Causes

 

Remedies

  Incorrect Height Adjustment 

  Adjust Powerfoot to correct height 

  Hose not attached to suction opening 

  Firmly push Hose Wand into the suction opening

  Twist ‘n Snap Hose not securely attached 

  Make sure Twist ‘n Snap Hose is snapped into  

   

  locked position

  Crack or hole in Hose 

  Check Hose and replace if needed

  Broken or worn Drive Belt 

  Replace Drive Belt, see page 12

  Rotating Floor Brush bristles worn 

  Replace brush

  Rotating Floor Brush jammed 

  Remove brush and clean debris from brush ends

  Clog in vacuum 

  Clear clog, see page 13 

  Dirt Container full 

  Empty Dirt Container

  Dirt Container or Upper Tank not installed properly    Position correctly and lock in place
  Filters are dirty 

  Check and clean Upper Tank,  

   

  Pre-Motor and Post-Motor Filters

  TurboBrush is clogged or debris is wrapped  

  Maintaining TurboBrush, see pages 12-13  

  around the Brush Roll 

 

Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push

Possible Causes 

Remedies

  Incorrect Height Adjustment 

  Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting

Visible dirt escaping from cleaner

Possible Causes 

Remedies

  Dirt Container full 

  Empty Dirt Container

  Filters missing or installed incorrectly 

  Check Upper Tank, Pre-Motor and Post-Motor 

   

  Filters for correct installation

  Dirt Container installed incorrectly 

  Pull out and re-insert Dirt Container correctly

Clean Carpet Sensor not functioning properly

Possible Causes 

Remedies

  Clean Carpet Sensor Lens is Dirty 

  Clean Internal Sensor Lens, see page 10

  Clog in Suction Intake Area 

  Clear clog, see page 13 

 

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 WARNING:  

To reduce the risk of injury from moving 

parts and/ or electrical shock, turn Power 

Switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug 

from electrical outlet before performing 

troubleshooting checks.

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Summary of Contents for 3595 Series

Page 1: ...Safety Instructions 3 Product View 4 Assembly Instructions 5 6 Operation Special Tools 7 9 Maintenance 10 13 Consumer Services 13 Warranty 16 Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 15 CleanView TM Power...

Page 2: ...mited comprehensive one year warranty We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable dedicated Consumer Services Department so should you ever have a problem you ll receive fast considerate assistance M...

Page 3: ...le 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 lo...

Page 4: ...Height Adjustment Knob Upper Tank Dirt Container Pre Motor Filter Lock n Seal Lever Headlight Dusting Brush Upholstery Tool Hose Wand Upper Tank Knob Hose Clip Window Hose Wand Base Louvers Upper Tan...

Page 5: ...ur ability to get the most performance from your BISSELL vacuum for many years The only tool you ll need to assemble your vacuum cleaner is a screwdriver Locate the vacuum Handle and remove the screw...

Page 6: ...e Dusting Brush UpholsteryTool into the storage clip as shown Attach theTurboBrush by aligning the small holes near the brush roll with the tabs at the bottom ofTurboBrush housing SnapTurboBrush into...

Page 7: ...d setting Lowest Setting For bare floors Medium Settings For short and medium pile carpets Highest Setting For plush pile carpet Place the Handle in the normal cleaning position and the Powerfoot will...

Page 8: ...e hose The Clean Filter Indicator will remain green until the airflow is reduced At that time it begins to change to red When it is fully red the airflow is significantly reduced or blocked Follow the...

Page 9: ...items may not be included with your model More tools are available to order please refer to page 15 When you are done using your vacuum return it to the Upright position and store the Power Cord Turn...

Page 10: ...en you empty or clean the Dirt Container The Screens are made to fit each Dust Chamber If they do not slide down completely try in the opposite Dust Chamber The Screens will also not fit if there is d...

Page 11: ...f the filter becomes dirty open the door remove the filter and clean Note Select Models come with a white pleated HEPA Media Filter This filter is not washable and must be replaced The standard filter...

Page 12: ...ing Brush crown Reposition Brush Cover and screw or snap back into place Check to be sure all screws or latches are secure Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet Using a screwdriver remove the two scre...

Page 13: ...sition belt cover and secure with one screw Reposition faceplate and secure with two screws Low suction or poor pickup may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner If you notice a change in the sound of...

Page 14: ...Filters are dirty Check and clean Upper Tank Pre Motor and Post Motor Filters TurboBrush is clogged or debris is wrapped Maintaining TurboBrush see pages 12 13 around the Brush Roll Vacuum cleaner is...

Page 15: ...3 1228 Dusting Brush Upholstery Tool 5 203 6732 TurboBrush Select Models Only Lime 6 203 6730 TurboBrush Select Models Only Sonic Yellow 7 203 6624 Stair Cleaning Tool Select Models Only 8 203 1084 Ex...

Page 16: ...ww bissell com to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Centre in your area If there are no authorized BISSELL Service Centres in your area a BISSELL Representative at canada custhelp bissell com or at...

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