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FLOORS& MOR,__
USER'S GUIDE

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53Y8, 75Q3 SERIES

Thank You

Safety Instructions
Product View

Assembly

Operations
Maintenance

and Care

Troubleshooting
Replacement

Parts

Warranty

Product Registration
Consumer

Care

ianks for buying

a BISSELL Lift-Ofl _ Floors & More Pet Vacuum

We're glad you purchased a BISSELLvacuum. Everything we know about
floor care went into the design and construction

of this complete,

high-tech

home cleaning system.
Your BISSELLvacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one
year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,
Consumer Care department,
receive fast, considerate
My great-grandfather

dedicated

so, should you ever have a problem, you'll

assistance.

invented the floor sweeper in 1876. Today, BISSELL

is a global leader in the design, manufacture,

and service of high quality

homecare products like your BISSELLvacuum.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO

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Lift-Off®
Steam Mop

Lift-Of_
Deep Cleaner

Lift-Off®
Lift-Off®
Multi Cyclonic
Floors & More
Vacuum
CordlessStickVacuum

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including
the following:

•

READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
VACUUM.

•
•

WARNING:

YOUR

reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury:

•

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

•

• Do not allow to be used as a toy.
• Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children.
• Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this User'sGuide.
•

• Useonly manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
• Do not usewilh damaged cord or plug.
• If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, have it
repaired at an authorized service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not
run appliance over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle charger, including charger
plug and charger terminal with wet hands.
• Do not charge the unit outdoors.
• Useonly the charger supplied by the
manufaclurerto recharge.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if
it severelydamaged. The batteriescan
explode in a fire.
• Do not put any object into opening.
• Do not use with any opening blocked.
• Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce airflow.

•

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•
•

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
Do not pick up flammable materials
(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or
use in the presence of explosive liquids
or vapors.
Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting the motorized
nozzle.
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine
Bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
Do not use vacuum cleaner in an
enclosed space filled with vapors given
off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some
moth proofing substances,
flammable dust, or other explosive or
toxic vapors.
Do not pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,or
hot ashes.
Do not use without dust cup or filters in
place.
Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
Keep appliance on a level surface.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTUREUSE
This model is for household use only.

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'/Brush roll
On/Off
:ling

Hand
Release

Charging
Indicator

Dirt Cup

Filter

Hand
Vacuum

Dirt Container.

Charging Adapter Plug
Integrated
Crevice Tool

CAUTION:
Do not plug in your vacuum
cleaneruntil you are familiar
with all instructionsand
operating procedures.

Hair
No771e

Head
-PetHair Lint
Strip

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No tools are required for assembly; simply insert
foot into body of unit until you hear a click.

Charging
Before charging, make sure unit is in the
OFF position.
1. Insert the charging adapter plug into the
charging port on the back of the unit.
e

Plug the adapter into the wall outlet. The red
indicator light will illuminate and remain on
when plugged into wall outlet. Charge the
unit completely for 24 hours prior to first use.
NOTE: The adapter may become
warm during charging -this is normal.

When the unit is fully discharged, approximately 16 hours of charging is required
for the battery to regain Full capacity.

Power

switch

The power switch is located on the top of
the handle. Settingsinclude:
(O) : OFF
(I) = SuctionON
(BRUSH)= Suctionand BrushON

Usin_l your

stick vacuum

Push power switch on to desired setting.

2.
e

Easily clean hard floors, low pile carpet,
and area rugs.
When finished cleaning, turn power
switch to OFF (©) position.

2-way

foldin_l handle

For cleaning under couches, beds and other
hard to reach areas.
1.

To release, push button located under
power switch to bend handle forward for
cleaning under furniture.

For space saving stora e, push button to
bend handle backward.

--2-Way Folding
Handb Release

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1.

the detachable

hand vac

Remove hand vac by pressing the release
button.

Power switch is located under handle and
should be depressed while cleaning is taking place.
Easily clean messes on furniture, stairs,
and other hard to reach areas. The Pet
Hair Nozzle is designed to attract and
pull pet hair and dirt from upholstery and
carpet.

To access the integrated crevice tool, pull
on tab on front of nozzle. Listenfor click to
know crevice tool is ready to use.

When done cleaning, simply push crevice
tool back into unit.

ntenance

and

PowerSwitch

care

To maintain maximum cleaning performance, the
following maintenance steps must be performed:

Emptying

the dirt

cup
Dirt cup should be emptied before
debris reaches the FULL line on cup.
1. Turn power OFF (0) and remove hand
vacuum from unit, as directed in step 1
"Cleaning with the detachable hand vac".
2.

Hold hand vacuum vertically and depress
the release button to release dirt container.
o

Gently pull dirt container away from the
hand vacuum grip and remove the filter.
Empty dirt into waste container.
Replace filter back into the dirt container
and attach dirt container to hand vacuum
until it snaps securely in place.

¢leanin_l

or Replacin_l the filter

The key to maximum performance is having a
clean filter. Cleaning the filter after each use will
help your vacuum operate at peak efficiency.

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Cleanin_l or Replacin_l the filter continued
Use only genuine BISSELLreplacement
filters in your BISSELLvacuum. To purchase
visit WWW.BISSELL.C©M or call 1-800237-7691.

To clean filter:
1.

Turn power ©FF (©).

Remove the dirt container from the hand
vacuum, as directed in step 1 "Emptying
the dirt cup" on page 6.

Remove filter and tap firmly against the
inside of a waste container, removing
any visible dirt.

Replace filter back into the dirt container
and attach dirt container to hand
vacuum until it snaps securely in place.
NOTE: After heavy usage, you may
clean Ihe filter by washing it gently
by hand in warm water and mild
dry before replacing

it.

Brush roll and brush roll belt maintenance
The brush roll may accumulate debris
such as strings, hair and fibers. This type
of debris can wrap around the brush and
diminish its ability to clean effectively.
To remove
brush roll for cleaning:
1.

Turn power ©FF (©). Remove foot
assembly from unit and turn over to
access the brush roll.

Remove three Phillips head screws to
remove the belt cover.

To remove brush roll, pull on the brush
near the belt side. Clean off hair or
other debris from brush roll.

Place cleaned brush roll back into foot
of unit by aligning the non-belt side so
it's seated in the nozzle.

Pivot the brush roll so the belt end slides
into the slot in the nozzle.

Replace the belt cover and secure with
three screws. Attach foot assembly
on unit.

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Brush roll and brush roll belt maintenance

continued

Brush roll reset:
If larger debris becomes lodged in the foot of the
unit and the brush roll shuts off, turn the unit off
and remove the obstruction. Wait approximately
15 seconds for the motor to cool down before
turning back on. Brush will function again after
allowing time to cool down.

Brush roll belt replacement:
If the brush roll belt should break, call
1-800-237-7691
or visit WWW.BISSELL.C©M
to purchase replacement belt.

Replacement
1.

instructions:

Turn power OFF (0). Remove foot
assembly from unit and turn over to access
the brush roll belt.

Remove three Phillips head screws to
remove the belt cover.

Locate broken belt.

Replace belt.

Place brush roll back into foot of unit.

Replace the belt cover and secure with
three screws.

Attach foot assembly on unit.

Disposal

of batteries

WARNING:
This product contains Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable
batteries. Accordinc! to Federal and State regulations, removal
and proper disposaq of NiMH batteries is required. For removal
of the batteries in your Lift-Off Floor & More stick vacuum see
instructions below.
If your Lift-Off Floors & More stick vacuum
is to be disposed of, the batteries should be
removed and disposed of properly.
3,

IMPORTANT: Unplug Charger.

Removehand vac from unit and remove
dirt cup from handle.

Remove(5) Phillips head screws on the
handle and cover.
5 screws

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Disposal

and

of batteries

care

continued

Separate left and right cover.

Remove the entire battery assembly from
the cover.

Remove (3) Phillips head screws between
the motor and battery bracket.

Pullthe motor, PCB, fuse, and inner wire
through the middle of the battery bracket,
separating the battery bracket and single
battery from the motor, PCB, and inner wire.
Cut wires from the PCB and fuse to the
battery bracket.

8.
9.

Keep Battery Pack together - DO NOT
separate individual batteries. For specific
disposal instructions of batteries, please
contact RBRC (Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation) 1-800-822-8837
or visit _.rbrc.com.

10. Discard remainder of product
CAUTION: Disconnecting the battery will
destroy the appliance andvoid the warranty.

Vacuum
won't
Possible causes

turn

1. Battery
isn't
fully
charged

Remedies
1. Charge
baltery.
Followcharging
balteryieshuclioes
onpage
5

Brush roll not turning
Possible causes

Remedies

1. Brush
rollisjammed

1. Remove
obstruclion.
Follow
instructions
onpages
7and8

2. Brush
rollneeds
tobereset

2. Follow
instructions
onpage
8

3. Broken
brush
rollbelt

3. Follow
instructions
onpage
8

Vacuum

cleaner has low suction

Possible causes

Remedies

Dirtcontainer
isfull

1. Empty
dirtcontainer.
Follow
instructions
onpage
6

Dirtcontainer
isnotinstalled
properly

2. Position
container
correctly
andsnap
firmly
intoplace

Footisloose

3. Make
sure
foot
isfully
inserted
intobody
ofunit

filters
needdeaning

4. Follow
filter
instructions
onpage
7

Filters
needreplacing

5. Visit
wvav.bissell.com
orcall1-800-237-7691
toorder
replacement
filters.

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Visible dirt escaping from vacuum
Possible causes

Remedies

1. Dirtcontainer
isfullofdebris

1. Empty
dirtcontainer.
Follow
instructions
onpage
6

2. Filter
ismissing
orinstalled
inc0rre_y

2. Check
filter
forcorrect
installation.
Follow
instructions
on
page
7

3. Dirtcontainer
installed
incorrectly

3. Position
container
correctly
and
snap
firmly
into
place

Other maintenance
performed

or service not included in the manual should be
by an authorized service representative.

Thank you for selecting

a BISSELL product.

I Please do nat return this product to the stare.
For any questions or concerns, BISSELLis happy to be of
service. Contact us directly at 1-800-2,37-7691.
dacement

parts

BISSELL

vacuum

You may purchase parts by calling BISSELLConsumer Care or by visiting our
website. Below is a list of common replacement parts.

Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Part No.
52H6
160-0689
203-1685
203-1687
203-1624
203-1607
203-1608
160-0907
160-0906

Part Name
Filter assembly - set of 2
Charging Adapter Plug
Foot Assembly - Refined Bronze, 53Y8-1
Foot Assembly - Red Berends, 75Q3-T
Dirt Cup Assembly
Brush roll belt
Brush roll
Hand Vac Assembly- Refined Bronze, 10.8V
Hand Vac Assembly - Red Berends, 12.0V

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- BISSELL

Lift-Off

Floors

& More

Pet Stick

Vacuum

This warranty givesyou specific leqal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary
from state to state. Ifyou need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions
regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELLConsumer Care by E-mail, telephone, or
regular mail as described below.
Limited One Year Warranty
Subject to the *EXCEPTIONSAND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product,
BISSELLwill repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELLs
option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any
defective or malfunctioning part.
See information below on "If your BISSELLproduct should require service".
This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. This
warranty does not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters, belts, or
brushes. Damage or malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or
any other use not in accordance with the User'sGuide is not covered.
If your BlSSELL product
should require service:
Contact BISSELLConsumer Care to locate a BISSELLAuthorized Service Center in your area.
If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions about
your warranty, contact BISSELLConsumer Care.
Website or E-maih
www.BISSELLcom
Use the "Consumer Care" tab.
Or Call:
BISSELLConsumer Care
1-800-237-7691
Monday- Friday 8 am - 10 pm ET
Saturday 9 am - 8 pm ET
Sunday 10 am - 7 pm ET
Or Write:
BISSELLHomecare, Inc.
PC)Box 3606
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
AI-IN: Consumer Care
BISSELL
IS NOT LIABLEFOR INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES OF ANY NATURE
ASSOCIATEDWITH THE USEOF THISPRODUCT.BISSELL'S
LIABILITYWILLNOT EXCEEDTHE
PURCHASEPRICEOF THE PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential
damages,
so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
*EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHERORAL OR
WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
may not apply to you.

last so the above limitation

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Care

For information about repairs or replacementparts, or questionsabout your warranty, call:

BISSELL Consumer

Care

1-800-237-7691
Monday-Friday
Saturday

8am9 am -

Sunday

10 am-

10pmET
8 pm ET
7pmET

Or write:
BISSELLHomecare, Inc.
PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids MI 49501
ATTN: Consumer Care

Or visit the BISSELLwebsite - _A_cv.BISSELL.com
When contacting BISSELL,have model number of cleaner available.
Please record your Model Number:
Please record your Purchase Date:
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It
provides proof of purchase _late in the event of a
warranty
claim. See Warranty on page 1 1 for details.
@2013 BISSELL Homecare, Inc
Grand Rapids, Michigan
All rights reserved. Printed in China
Part Number 160©905
Rev 01/13
Visit our website at:
www.BISSELLcom

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