Bissell 40N8 - Manual (Page 9)

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aintenance and care
Emptying the dirt cup
Empty the dirt cup as soon as the dirt reaches
the “FUll” lines on the sides of the dirt cup.
1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the hose by turning the hose
connector counter clockwise and pulling it
out from the suction inlet. Set hose aside.
3. Press the dirt cup release button on the
carry handle and lift up to remove the dirt
cup.
4. Choose an emptying method. Method #2 is
recommended for allergy suffers.
Method #1 – Hold the dirt cup over a trash
can and push the emptying button to open
the bottom. Close the bottom after the dirt
empties.
Method #2 – Place a plastic bag over the
bottom of the dirt cup. Push the emptying
button through the plastic to open the
bottom. After the dust settles, close the
bottom and remove the bag to discard.
5. Replace the dirt cup by placing it back into the
vacuum and pushing down on the carry handle
until it snaps back into place.
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3.
4.
WaRNING:
to reduce the risk of
electric shock, turn
power switch oFF and
disconnect plug from
electrical outlet before
performing maintenance
or troubleshooting
checks.
Dirt Cup
Release
Button
Emptying
Button