Bissell 3101-0 - Manual (Page 8)

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Vacuum cleaner won’t run.
Possible Causes Remedies
Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in Check electrical plug
Household fuse/breaker Check/replace fuse or reset breaker switch
Call BISSELL Consumer Services
Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt.
Possible Causes Remedies
Dirt Cup is full Empty Dirt Cup
Filter dirty Check and remove debris. Replace if necessary
Hose not secure in Hose Nozzle Check fit and tighten
Dirt Cup not sealed against Canister Open Dirt Cup, then press firmly until you
hear lock button snap into place
Vacuum path clogged Visually check: (1) Floor Nozzle, (2) Hose Port,
(3) Crevice Tool and (4) Hose for hair, pine
needles, small toys, large pieces of paper that
may be obstructing the vacuum path.
Carefully remove blockage
Troubleshooting
WARNING:
To reduce
the risk of injury from moving
parts, and/or electrical shock,
turn Power Switch OFF (position
“ ”) and disconnect polarized
plug from electrical outlet
before performing
troubleshooting checks.