Bissell 2177 - Manual (Page 8)

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Maintenance & Care
To maintain maximum cleaning performance, the
following maintenance steps must be performed:
1. empty the dirt container when the dirt reaches
the “Full” line.
2. Check the pre-motor filters at least once a
month and clean and replace as needed.
3. Check and replace the post-motor filter
as needed.
notE: more frequent filter cleaning may be
necessary if you are vacuuming new carpet,
fine dust or have allergy concerns.
Follow the instructions on the following pages
to perform these simple maintenance steps.
Empty Dirt container
The dirt tank needs to be emptied when the dirt
reaches the ‘Full’ line on the side of the tank.
1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
2. Remove the easy empty dirt tank from
the vacuum base by pushing the tank
release button.
3. Hold the dirt tank over a garbage container.
Press the bottom lid release button on the back
of the dirt tank to empty dirt.
4. Mount the easy empty dirt tank on the
vacuum base.
notE: the dirt tank may be washed in warm
water with a mild detergent. make sure it is
completely dry before replacing.
cleaning the inner cyclone
Unplug the cleaner from electrical outlet.
1. With the bottom of the easy empty dirt tank
open, reach up into the tank and grasp the
cyclone. Twist the cyclone counter-clockwise
to unlock and pull straight down to remove.
2. The inner cyclone and dirt tank may be wiped
clean with a damp cloth. Make sure all parts are
dry before replacing.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch off
and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
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Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters or without
vacuum bags and all filters in place.
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