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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, 

ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:

»  Do not leave vacuum cleaner 

when it is plugged in. Unplug  

from outlet when not in use  

and before servicing.

»  Do not use outdoors or on  

wet surfaces.

»  Do not allow to be used as a toy. 

Close attention is necessary when 

used by or near children.

»  Do not use for any purpose other 

than described in this User’s 

Guide. Use only manufacturer’s 

recommended attachments.

»  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.

»  Do not unplug by pulling on  

cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, 

not the cord. 

»  Do not handle plug or vacuum 

cleaner 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.

»  Turn off all controls before  

plugging or unplugging  

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 use 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.

»  Do not use to pick up toxic  

material (chlorine bleach,  

ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

»  Do not pick up anything that is 

burning or smoking, such as  

cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

»  Do not use without filters in place.
»  Do not pick up hard or sharp 

objects such as glass, nails, screws, 

coins, etc.

»  Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
»  Keep appliance on a level surface.
»  Do not carry the vacuum cleaner 

while it is running.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.  

Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in 

use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be 

observed, including the following: 

This model is for household use only. 

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.

Hot

Neutral

WARNING

››  Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from children.
››  Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner UNTIL you are familiar with all instructions and 

operating procedures.

››  To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch off and disconnect polarized  

plug from electrical outlet BEFORE performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Summary of Contents for POWERFORCE HELIX 2191 Series

Page 1: ...POWERFORCE HELIX Vacuum ___________ USER GUIDE 2191 SERIES...

Page 2: ...n 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 Do not use to pick up toxic material chlor...

Page 3: ...s with you We want to make sure your vacuum works as well in two years as it does today so this guide has tips on using page 6 7 maintaining pages 7 9 and if there is a problem troubleshooting page 10...

Page 4: ...4 Washable Pre Motor Filter 5 Dirt Container 6 Dirt Container Empty Button 7 Dusting Brush 8 Cord Hook 9 Hose Clip 10 Upper Quick Wrap Release Cord Wrap 11 Crevice Tool 12 Power Cord 13 Extension Wan...

Page 5: ...rd Now wrap the hose through the hose clip and connect the hose wand to the foot hose down at the bottom of the vacuum Next insert the lower cord wrap and turn it to the left to lock it into place Nex...

Page 6: ...that may be damaged by rotating brush Repeated strokes in the same area may enhance this condition WARNING Before using your vacuum make sure that the dirt container is in locked position and that all...

Page 7: ...m not only does a great job on your floors it also comes with a complete set of accessory tools to make your above floor cleaning jobs easier Just put your vacuum in the upright position pick the acce...

Page 8: ...m and dump the debris Snap bottom back into place when empty Remove the pre motor filter by pulling it from the tank lid Clean it with warm water Once it s clean and dry put it back into the dirt cont...

Page 9: ...tching the belt Replace cover and screws Remove the hose from the back of the vacuum by twisting it to the left Remove any debris that may have gotten clogged Check the foot hose on the back of your v...

Page 10: ...re you hear a click 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 be...

Page 11: ...ir or any other use not in accordance with the User s Guide is not covered BISSELL IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT BISSELL S...

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