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Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible causes

Remedies

Brush Roll 

doesn't 

rotate

Brush Roll Button is turned OFF. 

Press the Brush Roll Power Button 

on the handle.

Auto Button is turned OFF. 

Turn Auto Button ON.

Brush Roll has an obstruction 

keeping it from rotating. 

Power OFF unit and unplug to reset 

brush motor, remove the brush and 

remove debris before.

Vacuum 

won't pick up 

dirt

Filters are dirty. 

Remove and wash the filters. Let 

them dry for 24 hours before 

reinstalling.

Multi- Cyclonic system is dirty. 

Remove from the separator from the 

Dirt Tank and rinse to clean. Let it 

dry for 24 hours before reinstalling.

There is a clog in the vacuum.

Power OFF and unplug unit. Remove 

the cleanout cover on the bottom 

of the vacuum and check for debris. 

Use a broom handle to push debris 

through. Do the same for the hose. 

Dirt Tank is not seated correctly. 

Press the Tank Release Button to 

release the Dirt Tank and align the 

tank properly.

Hose is not connected.

Push the hose connector in the port 

on the canister until it "clicks" in 

place.

Hair wrapped around Brush Roll. 

Run vacuum back and forth on 

clean carpet several times to release 

wrapped hair. 

There is a crack or hole in the 

hose.

If there is a crack or hole, order a 

new hose from BISSELL.com  

Dirt is 

escaping 

from the 

vacuum

Dirt Tank is full. 

Empty the tank. 

Filters are missing or dirty. 

Check to see if filters in the tank and 

filters under the filter door at the 

back of the canister are installed and 

clean.

Vacuum is 

hard to push 

or pull

Suction is set too high. 

Open the Suction Control on the 

handle of the wand or use the 

Variable Suction Controls on the 

canister. 

High-pitched 

noise. 

There is a clog in the vacuum.

Power OFF and unplug. Disconnect 

hose from the canister to check for 

clogs or debris. Follow instructions 

for clean a clog above.  

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn Power Switch OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet 

before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Summary of Contents for SMARTCLEAN 2229F

Page 1: ...SMARTCLEAN USER GUIDE 2229F More of a video person Find instructional videos for all sections with this icon at www BISSELL com videos...

Page 2: ...handle plug or appliance with wet hands Turn OFF all controls before unplugging The hose contains electrical wires Do not use when damaged cut or punctured Avoid picking up sharp objects Plastic film...

Page 3: ...s a problem troubleshoot Your vacuum needs a little assembly before getting to work so flip to the Assembly section and let s get started Safety Instructions 2 Product View 4 Assembly 5 Operations 5...

Page 4: ...4 www BISSELL com au Product View 1 2 4 5 6 7 3 1 2 Position Handle 2 Extension Wand 3 Foot 4 Motorized Nozzle with Tangle Free Brush Roll 5 Dirt Tank 6 Base Unit 7 Hose Connector...

Page 5: ...y pressing the buttons with the plus or minus symbol on them depending on the level of power you want WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts while the vacuum is turned ON always move t...

Page 6: ...3 4 6 1 Remove foam filter from the tank lid Replace both filters making sure the flat felt filter is inserted first Replace lid and turn clockwise to lock in place Remove flat filter from the tank l...

Page 7: ...remove back cover Replace mesh filter in back cover Make sure all 4 tabs are aligned with their slots in the filter Replace pleated filter Pleated filter can be rinsed to clean Let dry for 24 hours be...

Page 8: ...under the belt before pushing down into place Replace sole plate to the foot Replace screws and use coin to turn them clockwise into place Once screws are removed lift off sole plate Remove Brush Roll...

Page 9: ...ck or a similar shaped object to push out debris and unclog the unit Insert plug back into the unit and press tabs inward until you hear a click Clearing a Clog 2 1 Connect T shaped hook on the Foot t...

Page 10: ...on to release the Dirt Tank and align the tank properly Hose is not connected Push the hose connector in the port on the canister until it clicks in place Hair wrapped around Brush Roll Run vacuum bac...

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