Bissell 6221 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
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Operations
CAUTION:
Before using your vacuum, make
sure that the dirt container is in
locked position and that all filters
(inner circular, outer circular,
pre-motor and post-motor) are
in place. Do not operate your
vacuum without these filters.
Tip:
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.
Tip:
Before cleaning
under low furniture,
check area first for
objects that might
harm the unit or
block the vacuum
hose
.
Handle position
Press the handle release pedal with your
foot to place your Velocity Bagged vacuum
into one of three cleaning positions.
1. Upright
For storage and above floor
cleaning with tools.
2. Normal cleaning Press handle release
household floor cleaning tasks.
3. Low cleaning With the vacuum in
normal cleaning position, press handle
release pedal again, use for reaching
under low furniture such as tables, chairs
or beds.
Height adjustment
There are five height settings available for
various floor surfaces. Turn the dial on the
foot of the cleaner to the desired setting.
Lowest settingFor low pile carpet or bare
floors. To pick up debris it may be
neces-
sary to move up one setting.
Medium setting
– For medium pile carpet.
Highest setting
– For high pile and most
shag carpet.
Note: For optimal carpet cleaning
performance, adjust to the lowest
practical setting. If your cleaner is
difficult to push, adjust to the next
higher setting.
If the dial is difficult to turn, tilt the
cleaner back slightly to take the weight
off the foot while turning.
Power switch
The power switch is located just below the
handle on the side of the vacuum.
I - ON O - OFF