Bissell 33A1 - Manual (Page 6)

cleaning the filter and screen
1. Turn hand vacuum OFF.
2. Unplug hand vacuum from electrical outlet.
3. Disconnect dirt container and filter assembly from
the unit.
4. Remove filter by grasping tabs on both sides of
filter frame and pulling away from the dirt container.
5. Separate filter assembly by grasping tabs on
both sides of assembly and pull. For best results,
periodically tap filter and screen against trash
can to remove dirt that has collected.
6. Reconnect filter and screen by aligning
rectangular tab on filter with insert on screen.
Press together to ensure assembly is secure.
7. See page 5 to reattach dirt container.
notE: Dirt container and screen may be
rinsed with cold water. Ensure both are dry
before reinserting. Do not rinse pleated filter.
Storage/cord wrap system
1. To store the unit, turn hand vacuum OFF.
2. Unplug hand vacuum from electrical outlet.
3. Bundle cord, using wrap that is located on
cord, to store.
nozzle Maintenance
Keep nozzles clean and free of debris.
1. Wipe nozzles clean with damp cloth.
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roubleshooting
Hand vacuum won’t run
Possible causes Remedies
1. Power cord not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug
2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker in home 2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker
3. Thermal protector is activated 3. Turn OFF and unplug the unit. Empty dirt
container, clean filter and screen, and clear
any clogs. Wait 30 minutes before turning
the unit back ON.
Hand Vacuum won’t pick up or low suction
Possible causes Remedies
1. Dirt container not installed properly 1. Check assembly of dirt container making
sure it is snapped in
2. Dirt container is full 2. Empty dirt container and reattach
3. Filter or screen is dirty 3. See instructions above. Replace filter if needed
4. Nozzles are clogged with debris 4. Wipe tools clean with damp cloth
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