Bissell 2177 - Manual (Page 6)

Operations
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Handle position
1. Upright - For storage and above floor
cleaning with special tools.
2. Normal Cleaning - step on the left side of the
vacuum powerfoot and pull back on the handle
to detent the vacuum. The icon pictured to the
right indicates where to step.
Special tools
Your vacuum is not only a powerful floor vacuum
cleaner, it’s also a versatile stairs and above floor
vacuum when you select one of the special tools.
notE: the tools can be used with the
vacuum in the upright position or with the
removable pod.
1. Remove the vacuum hose by grasping the
hose wand grip and lifting to separate from the
hose wand base.
2. Attach tools by firmly pushing onto the
hose wand.
a. Crevice Tool: use in tight, narrow spaces.
b. Extension Wand (select models): use with
desired attachment for a longer reach.
c. TurboBrush Tool (select models): use rotating
brush action for small, flat areas such as stairs
and cushions. Press down gently and pull toward
you in a raking motion; excessive force will cause
the brush to stop rotating.
d. Pet TurboEraser Tool (select models): use
to remove dirt and pet hair from stairs,
upholstery, area rugs, and other small areas.
Pull the tool toward you in a raking motion.
notE: the pet turboEraser tool is designed to
remove pet hair from upholstered or carpeted
surfaces. It should not be used on pets.
e. Pet Hair Fabric Tool (select models): use
this tool on fabrics such as drapes, beds, or
anywhere else pet hair may collect.
f. Long Reach Dusting Tool (select models):
use this tool for dusting large surfaces.
notE: the long Reach Dusting tool is not
intended to be used to clean tV or computer
screens.
attEntIon
Some frieze carpets have long delicate fibers or
threads that may be damaged by the rotating
brush during vacuuming. It is recommended
the rotating brush be turned OFF when cleaning
this type of carpet.
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caUtIon
Always place vacuum cleaner on floor in its fully
upright position and make sure it is locked into
place before removing pod or when using tools.
Placing the vacuum in its full upright
position automatically stops the rotating brush.
» Before cleaning under low furniture, check area
first for objects that might harm the unit or block
the vacuum hose.
Tip
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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