CleanView® II
B A G L E S S
U S E R ’ S G U I D E
3574/3576 SERIES
3
Safety Instructions
Product View
4
5-6
6-8
Assembly Instructions
Operation / Special Tools
8-12
Maintenance
12-13
Troubleshooting
14
Replacement Parts
15
Consumer Services
16
Warranty
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including
the following:
unplugging vacuum cleaner.
■ Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
■ Unplug before attaching the turbobrush.
■ Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter
fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapors.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
UPRIGHT VACUUM.
■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is
wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before conducting maintenance.
■ 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 pick up hard or sharp objects such as
WARNING:To reduce
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
the risk of fire, electric shock,
■ Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
■ Do not use without filters in place.
■ Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
■ Keep appliance on a level surface.
or injury:
■ Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
■ Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when it is plugged in.
■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and
■ Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it
before servicing.
is running.
■ Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
■ Do not allow children to operate vacuum
cleaner or use as a toy.
SAVE THESE
■ Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
■ 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.
THIS APPLIANCE HAS
A POLARIZED 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.
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.
■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
■ Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with
This model is for household use only.
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
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Cord Clip
Hose Clip
Handle
Stretch Hose
Carrying
Handle
Stair Cleaning
Handle
Quick Release
Cord Wrap
Power Cord
Power Switch
Crevice Tool
®
Quick Reach
Handle
Extension Wand
Louvers
Combination
Dusting Brush/
Upholstery Tool
Hose Wand
Upper Tank
Hose
Wand Base
Post-Motor
Filter
Dirt Container
Filter Cup
Optional Hepa
Media Filter
(Select Models
Only)
Inner and Outer
Circular Filters
™
Lock ’n Seal
Foot Hose
Headlight
Lever
Handle
Release
Pedal
Height
Adjustment
Knob
Furniture Protection Guard
Powerfoot
Furniture Protection Guard
Wide Cleaning Path Models
CAUTION:
Do not plug in your vacuum
cleaner until you are familiar
with all instructions and
operating procedures.
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How To Put It Together
The only tool you’ll need to assemble your vacuum
cleaner is a screwdriver.
Attach Handle To Vacuum
Locate the vacuum Handle and remove the screw
packet taped to the base of the Handle.
1.
Stand the vacuum upright and slide the base of
the Handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the
vacuum body.
2.
Check to be sure the Handle is fitted to the vacuum
body. If there is a gap in front, continue to push firmly
until the Handle is flush.
3.
Insert the screw provided from the screw packet into
the existing hole. Tighten securely with a screwdriver.
4.
Attach Vacuum Hose and Tools
™
Attach the Twist ‘n Snap Hose by lining up the tabs on
1.
the base with the corresponding notches on the back of
the vacuum as shown.
Turn the Twist ‘n Snap Hose to the right to lock the hose
into place.
2.
Grasping the Quick Reach Handle, slide the end of the
Hose Wand onto the Hose Wand Base. Snap the Hose
into the Hose Clip.
3.
NOTE: The Powerfoot will not operate
effectively unless the Hose Wand is
firmly attached.
Snap the Extension Wand and the Crevice Tool together
into the storage clip as shown.
4.
Snap the Combination Tool into the storage clip as shown.
5.
Attach the TurboBrush® by aligning the small holes near the
brush roll with the tabs at the bottom of TurboBrush housing.
Snap TurboBrush into place as shown.
6.
Select Models Only
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How To Use Your Vacuum
Handle Positions
Press the Handle Release Pedal with your foot to place
your vacuum in one of three cleaning positions.
Upright- For storage and above floor cleaning with tools.
1.
Normal Cleaning- Press Handle Release Pedal once.
Use for most household floor cleaning tasks.
2.
Low Cleaning- With the vacuum in normal cleaning posi-
3.
tion, press Handle Release Pedal again. Use for reaching
under low furniture such as tables, chairs
or beds.
CAUTION:
Before using your vacuum,
make sure that the Dirt
Container is in locked posi-
tion and that all filters (Inner
Circular, Outer Circular, Pre-
Motor and Post-Motor) are
in place. Do not operate your
vacuum without these filters.
Height Adjustment
The Powerfoot/Rotating Floor Brush can be adjust-
ed to clean several floor surfaces.
NOTE: For optimal cleaning performance,
adjust to the lowest practical setting. If
your cleaner is difficult to push, adjust to
the next higher setting.
Tip:
Before cleaning under
low furniture, check
area first for objects
that might harm the
unit or block the
Place Handle in Upright Position.
1.
Turn Height Adjustment Knob to desired setting.
2.
Lowest Setting For bare floors.
Medium Settings For short and medium
Vacuum Hose.
pile carpets.
Highest Setting For plush pile carpet.
Tip:
Place the Handle in the normal cleaning position and
the Powerfoot will adjust to the setting chosen.
3.
Your vacuum features
a Quick Release Cord
Wrap. To remove the
Power Cord quickly
and easily, rotate the
Upper Cord Wrap
towards floor, and
slip Power Cord from
Upper and Lower
Cord Wraps.
NOTE: You may also adjust the setting
while in the normal cleaning position.
Transporting Cleaner
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.
1.
The cleaner can also be moved by using the Carrying
Handle on the back.
2.
Carrying
Handle
Use the Stair Cleaning Handle on the front
to hold your vacuum while cleaning stairs.
Stair Cleaning
Handle
3.
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Special On-Board Tools
NOTICE:
The Floor Brush will continue
to rotate while you use your
vacuum for above floor cleaning.
To prevent carpet damage, do
not lean on the vacuum or let the
Powerfoot tilt forward.
Your BISSELL CleanView II is not only a pow-
erful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a
versatile above floor vacuum cleaner when you
select one of the special tools.
Raise Handle to Upright Position.
1.
2.
Grasp the Quick Reach Handle and lift Hose Wand to
separate from suction intake opening.
Attach tools by firmly pushing onto Vacuum Hose or
Extension Wand.
3.
Combination Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool:
Two types of cleaning tools are included in one attach-
ment: rotate for desired tool.
■ Use Brush side to dust furniture, blinds, books,
lamps, shelves, and baseboards.
■ Use Upholstery side for curtains, draperies, cushions,
fabrics.
Crevice Tool:
Use in tight narrow spaces.
Extension Wand:
Use with desired attachment for a longer reach.
Select Models Only
TurboBrush® (Select Models):
Use rotating brush action for small areas such as
stairs and upholstery.
Tip:
Note: Press gently when using TurboBrush to
gain maximum cleaning. Too much pressure
could cause the brush to stop rotating.
Hair, string and small
objects can block the
Vacuum Hose or Tools.
Check them occasion-
ally for obstructions.
Power Cord Storage
When you are done using your vacuum,
return it to the Upright position and store
the Power Cord.
CAUTION:
The Rotating Floor Brush continues to
rotate while tools are in use. To reduce
the risk of injury from moving parts,
always move the cleaner with the
Carrying Handle at the back of
Turn vacuum cleaner off.
1.
Unplug Power Cord by grasping the polarized plug
(NOT the cord) and disconnect from outlet.
2.
the cleaner. Always place vacuum
cleaner on floor with Handle in Upright
position when using tools. Never place
your fingers under the cleaner when it
is running. Never place Powerfoot on
furniture or uneven surfaces. Do not
place vacuum cleaner close enough to
objects to pull them into rotating brush.
Loop Power Cord around Cord Wraps on side of
vacuum cleaner.
3.
Clip molded plug to Power Cord to secure.
4.
NOTICE:
While vacuuming, certain carpets
and low humidity conditions may
generate small static discharges. The
discharges are entirely harmless and
are not associated in any way with
the main power supply.
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