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Special tools

Your BISSELL vacuum is not only a powerful  

carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a  

versatile above floor vacuum cleaner when  

you select one of the special tools.

1. 

Raise handle to upright position.

2. 

Grasp hose and remove from hose holder.

3. 

Attach tools by firmly pushing onto  

vacuum hose or extension wand.

Crevice Tool:

 

Use in tight narrow spaces.

Dusting/Upholstery Tool  

(select models):

 

Use to dust upholstery, drapes, blinds, shelves, 

baseboards, and much more.

NOTE: The floor brush will continue to rotate 

while tools are in use.

High reach extension wand 

1. 

Remove extension wand 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 lock.

Transporting cleaner

1. 

To move your cleaner from room to room,  

put the handle in the upright position, tilt  

the cleaner back on its rear wheels, and push 

forward.

2. 

The cleaner can also be moved by  

using the carrying handle on the front  

of the vacuum.

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Operations

»  Hair, string and small objects can block the  

vacuum hose or tools. Check them occasionally  

for obstructions.

»  Before cleaning under low furniture, check area  

first for objects that might harm the unit or block  

the vacuum hose.

Tips

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» You can use the special tools 

either on the end of the vacuum 

hose or on the end of the High 

Reach Extension Wand.

Tip

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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