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Troubleshooting

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch off 

and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before 

performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Problem

Possible causes

Remedies

Vacuum  

cleaner  

won’t run

Power cord not plugged in

Check electrical plug

Blown fuse/tripped breaker

Check/replace fuse or reset breaker

Vacuum  

cleaner won’t  

pick up dirt

Dirt container is full

Empty dirt container

Filter dirty

Check, remove debris or clean

Hose not secure

Check to be sure hose is snapped 

into place at both ends

Dirt container not in place

Make sure dirt container is complete-

ly inserted and snapped into place.

Vacuum path clogged

Visually check air passageway, hose 

inlet, and hose for anything that 

might be obstructing the vacuum 

path. Carefully remove blockage.

Rotating power brush drive belt 

broken

Replace drive belt

Drive belt stretched

Check drive belt area and remove 

obstructions. Replace drive belt if 

necessary

Floor brush bristles worn

Replace floor brush

Floor brush jammed

Remove floor brush and clean debris 

from brush and ends. Check drive 

belt for any damage.

Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be 

performed by an authorized service representative.
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For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to 

be of service. Contact us directly at 1-800-237-7691.

Please do 

not return 

this product 

to  the  store.             

For additional FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) please visit  

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Summary of Contents for POWERFORCE COMPACT 1520 SERIES

Page 1: ...1520 SERIES POWERFORCE COMPACT...

Page 2: ...ng vacuum cleaner Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials lighter fluid gasoline kerosene etc or use in areas where they may be present Do not u...

Page 3: ...ated Consumer Care 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 t...

Page 4: ...7 Power Switch Pedal 18 Product Rating Label and Serial Number 19 Hose Holder 20 Foot Hose Product View WARNING Donotpluginyourvacuumcleaneruntil youarefamiliarwithallinstructionsand operatingprocedur...

Page 5: ...e lower tab is facing the back of the vacuum 2 Insert the handle into the base and push until you hear it lock into place 3 Wrap power cord around cord wraps and place attachments in their correct hol...

Page 6: ...d by releasing the extension wand release lever and pulling the handle out of the body 2 Connect the hose to the extension wand by inserting into the open end of the extension wand and twisting to loc...

Page 7: ...urn the vacuum Off www BISSELL com 7 ATTENTION Someberbercarpetshaveatendencytofuzzwith wear Repeatedstrokesinthesameareamay enhancethiscondition WARNING Therotatingfloorbrushcontinuestorotatewhiletoo...

Page 8: ...r needs to be emptied when dirt reaches the Full line 1 Turn off vacuum and unplug it from electrical outlet 2 Remove Dirt Container by pushing the Dirt Container Release Button on top of the tank han...

Page 9: ...r lid The white mesh side should be put in first with the black foam side still visible Align the locating details on the filter with the locating features in the tank lid NOTE If the filter is still...

Page 10: ...ck hose inlet for any clogging 6 Reassemble the primary separator by centering the front symbol and twisting toward lock position as shown 7 Replace dirt cup Power cord storage When you have finished...

Page 11: ...five screws as shown with a small Phillips screwdriver 4 Lift off brush cover 5 Grasp floor brush at both ends and lift out 6 Clean strings hair and other debris from floor brush motor pulley and driv...

Page 12: ...from motor shaft Discard old drive belt 4 Loop new drive belt over motor shaft and stretch other end over floor brush in the space provided between the bristles 5 Place ends of floor brush down into s...

Page 13: ...the hose 5 Check for any debris in the hose 6 Use a long narrow object such as a broom stick to clean the hose Remove clogs or debris 7 Replace two screws to attach foot hose Replace stretch hose by...

Page 14: ...uum path clogged Visually check air passageway hose inlet and hose for anything that might be obstructing the vacuum path Carefully remove blockage Rotating power brush drive belt broken Replace drive...

Page 15: ...BISSELL S LIABILITYWILLNOTEXCEEDTHEPURCHASEPRICEOFTHEPRODUCT Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita tion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not a...

Page 16: ...keep your original sales receipt It provides proof of purchase date in the event of a warranty claim See Warranty on page 15 for details Call BISSELL Consumer Care 1 800 237 7691 Monday Friday 8 am 10...

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