Bissell Vacuum Cleaner 3574 User Manual

CleanView® II  
B A G L E S S  
U S E R ’ S G U I D E  
3574/3576 SERIES  
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Safety Instructions  
Product View  
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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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