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Vacuum cleaner won't run.
Possible Causes Remedies
Power Cord not firmly plugged in Check electrical plug
Thermal protector activated Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, see pg. 13
No Power at Rotating Floor Brush.
Possible Causes Remedies
Cylinder is not securely seated Remove Cylinder and replace, making sure that
it “clicks” into place
Brush Switch turned to “OFF” Make sure Brush Switch is in “ON” position
Vacuum cleaner or Tools won't pick up dirt.
Possible Causes Remedies
Incorrect Height Adjustment Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting
Hose not attached to suction opening Grasp Hose Grip and firmly push onto the base
Crack or hole in Hose Check Hose and replace if needed
Drive Belt broken, worn or off motor pulley Reposition or replace Drive Belt, see pg. 11-12
Rotating Floor Brush bristles worn Replace Brush
Rotating Floor Brush jammed Remove Brush and clean debris from Brush Ends
Clog in vacuum Follow instructions on pg. 13 for clearing clogs
Dirt Container full Empty Dirt Container
Dirt Container or Upper Tank not installed properly Position correctly and lock in place
Filters are dirty Check and clean Upper Tank, Pre-Motor and
Post-Motor Filters
Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push.
Possible Causes Remedies
Incorrect Height Adjustment Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting
Visible dirt escaping from cleaner.
Possible Causes Remedies
Dirt Container full Empty Dirt Container
Filters missing or installed incorrectly Check Upper Tank, Pre-Motor and Post-Motor
Filters for correct installation
Dirt Container installed incorrectly Pull out and re-insert Dirt Container correctly
If suggested solutions for this or any function of the Lift-Off do not correct the
problem, call BISSELL Consumer Services.
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury
from moving parts and/ or
electrical shock, turn Power
Switch OFF and disconnect
plug from electrical outlet
before performing
troubleshooting checks.
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