Bissell Easy Vac 59G4 Users Manual

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USER’S GUIDE

59G4 SERIES

3Safety Instructions

Product View

Assembly

Operations

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Consumer Services

Replacement Parts

6-8

9-12

Warranty

Easy Vac™

Compact

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Easy Vac Compact Bagless Canister Vacuum

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We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Easy Vac Compact bagless canister

vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and

construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

Your BISSELL canister vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited

one year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,

dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a

problem, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.

My great-grandfather 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 BISSELL canister vacuum .

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell

President and Chief Executive Officer

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical

appliance, basic

precautions should be observed, including

the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING YOUR

CANISTER VACUUM.

Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider

than right). Unplug from outlet when not in use and

before conducting maintenance.

WARNING: To reduce

the risk of fire, electric shock,

or injury:

■ Do not leave cleaner when it is plugged in.

■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before

servicing.

■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

■ To unplug grasp plug not cord.

■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,

close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners,

run cleaner over cord, or expose cord to heated

surfaces.

■ Hold plug when rewinding the cord onto the reel.

Do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.

■ Do not use cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged,

left outdoors or dropped into water. Have it repaired

at an Authorized Service Center.

■ Do not allow children to use as a toy.

■ Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

■ Do not handle cleaner or plug with wet hands.

■ Do not put any object into openings, use with

blocked opening, or restrict air flow.

■ Do not use without filters in place.

■ Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fingers or

body parts to get near openings or floor brush in

the appliance.

■ Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches

or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.

■ Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass,

nails, screws, coins, etc.

■ Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials

(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the

presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,

ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

■ Do not use 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 use for any purpose other than described in

this User’s Guide.

■ Always turn off this appliance before connecting or

disconnecting vacuum hose.

■ Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

■ Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

■ Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.

■ Keep appliance on a level surface.

■ Turn off all controls before plugging or

unplugging cleaner.

■ Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

■ Close attention is necessary when used by or

near children.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

THIS APPLIANCE

HAS A POLARIZED

PLUG.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a

polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug

will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does

not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not

fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet.

Do not change the plug in any way.

This model is for household use only.

Extension Wands

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CAUTION:

Do not plug in your

vacuum until you

are familiar with all

instructions and

operating procedures.

Product view

Hose

Handle

Air Flow Regulator

Multi-Surface

Floor Nozzle

Brush Switch

Hose Connector

Carry Handle

Dirt Cup

Release Button

Easy Empty

™

Dirt Cup

Emptying

Button

Dirt Cup

Filter

Combination Crevice

Tool/Dusting Brush

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Assembly

Handle

1. Connect hose to vacuum by inserting hose

connector on the end of the hose into the

suction inlet. Make sure the hose is

positioned so the tabs on the hose connector

line up with the notches on the suction inlet.

Once inserted into the suction inlet, turn

counter clockwise to lock into place.

2. Attach extension wands section together

by inserting into one another and twisting

slightly to tighten.

3. Connect hose handle to the end of the

extention wand and twist slightly to tighten.

4. Connect floor nozzle to the end of the

extension wand and twist slightly to tighten.

5. Once assembled, you can store your

vacuum by inserting the storage clip (located

on the back of the floor nozzle) into the

storage slot on the rear of the vacuum.

WARNING:

Plastic film can be dangerous.

To avoid danger of suffocation,

keep away from babies and

children.

Suction Inlet

Power cord

The power cord is located at the rear of the

vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord,

watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the

power cord once the yellow line is visible.

There is also a red line, which indicates the

end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power

cord out beyond the red line.

Automatic cord rewind

Your vacuum is equipped with an automatic

cord rewind. When cleaning is finished, press

the power button OFF and grasp the plug to

disconnect from the electrical outlet. Hold the

plug and press the automatic cord rewind

button to rewind the cord automatically.

Power button

Turn the power ON or OFF by pressing lightly

downward on the power button ( ).

Operations

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Power Button

CAUTION:

Be careful to avoid

injury as cord retracts

very quickly.

CAUTION:

Before using your vacuum,

make sure that the dirt cup

and all filters are in place.

Do not operate your vacuum

without the dirt cup and

filters.

Automatic

Cord Rewind

Button

Operations

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Special tools

Your BISSELL Easy Vac Compact is not only a

powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s

also a versatile bare floor and above floor

vacuum cleaner when you select one of the

special tools.

Floor nozzle:

Use to vacuum carpets, rugs and bare floors.

Swivel head turns to get into tight spaces

and fits under cabinets.

1. To vacuum carpets and rugs, push the brush

switch to the carpet position . This

will pull the brushes up into the floor nozzle.

2. To vacuum bare floors, push the brush

switch to the bare floor position . This

will extend the brushes down from the floor

nozzle.

Combination crevice tool/dusting brush:

Use the crevice tool in tight, narrow spaces.

Use the dusting brush to clean curtains,

draperies, cushions and fabrics.

Brush Down

Brush Up

Tip:

Before cleaning under

low furniture, check

area first for objects

that might harm the

unit or block the hose.

Tip:

Hair, string and small objects

can block the hose and tools.

Check them occasionally for

obstructions.

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Air flow regulator

Open the air flow regulator by sliding the

regulator down towards the extension wand to

an open position. This will reduce the suction

power for vacuuming delicate fabrics.

For full suction power, close the air flow regulator

by sliding the regulator up to the closed position.

Operations

Tip:

Use the air flow regulator to

reduce air flow as needed

when using the tools.

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Maintenance 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.

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

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Cleaning the dirt cup filters

Use only BISSELL replacement filters in your

Easy Vac Compact.

1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet.

2. The dirt cup filters can be reached by

removing the dirt cup from the vacuum,

grasping the handle on the bottom of the

dirt cup filter assembly and turning counter

clockwise to unlock. Pull straight down to

remove.

3. Remove the dirt cup filter screen by grasping

the bottom of the filter frame base and

pulling straight up.

4. Remove the dirt cup filter by grasping the

bottom of the filter frame base and turning

the dirt cup filter counter clockwise and

pulling straight up.

5. The dirt cup filter screen and dirt cup filter

can be hand washed in cold water with a

mild detergent. Rinse well and air dry

thoroughly before placing back onto the filter

frame base.

6. Attach the dirt cup filter back onto the filter

frame base by lining up the tabs on the

filter base with the notches on the dirt cup

filter and turning clockwise to lock back into

place.

7. Attach the dirt cup filter screen back on to

the dirt cup filter by sliding it down over the

dirt cup filter, making sure that the tabs on

the bottom of the dirt cup filter screen line

up with the notches on the dirt cup filter.

8. Insert the dirt cup filter assembly back into

the dirt cup by lining up the tabs on the

top of the dirt cup filter assembly with the

notches inside the top of the dirt cup and

turning the handle on the bottom of the dirt

cup filter assembly clockwise to lock into

place.

Maintenance and care

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Maintenance and care

Washable Pre-

Motor Filter

NOTICE:

This product is intended for household

use only and not for commercial or

industrial use. Vacuuming of dust

from products like plaster, concrete or

ashes will damage the motor and void

the warranty.

Tip:

For maximum cleaning performance,

check the filters often and clean or

replace if necessary.

WARNING:

Do not operate cleaner

with damp or wet

filters or without all

filters in place.

Cleaning the pre-motor filter

The pre-motor filter protects the motor from

dirt and dust particles. Use only BISSELL

replacement filters in your Easy Vac

Compact.

1. Remove the dirt cup from the vacuum,

following steps 1-3 of Emptying the dirt cup

on page 9.

2. The pre-motor filter is located between the

power button and the automatic cord rewind

button.

3. The pre-motor filter can be hand washed in

cold water with a mild detergent. Rinse well

and air dry thoroughly before placing back

into the vacuum.

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the post-motor filter

The post-motor filter assists in the filtration

process to return cleaner air to the room.

Use only BISSELL replacement filters in your

Easy Vac Compact.

1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet.

2. Remove the filter door (located on the back

of the vacuum) by pushing down on the tab

and pulling out and away from the vacuum.

3. The post-motor filter can be hand washed in

cold water with a mild detergent. Rinse well

and air dry thoroughly before placing back

into the vacuum.

4. Replace the filter door by placing the tabs

on the bottom of the filter door into the

notches on the bottom of the post-motor

filter compartment and pushing the tab

forward back into the vacuum to lock into

place.

Clearing clogs from the dirt cup

1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet.

2. Remove the dirt cup from the vacuum,

following steps 1-3 of Emptying the dirt cup

on page 9.

3. Remove the dirt cup filter assembly from the

dirt cup, following step 2 of Clean the dirt

cup filter on page 10.

4. Tap the dirt cup filter assembly over a

garbage container to remove any dirt or

debris from the dirt cup filter screen that

surrounds the dirt cup filter.

5. Reach up into the dirt cup to clear any dirt or

debris from the dirt cup.

6. Check to see if there are any clogs in the

suction inlet.

7 . After clearing any dirt or debris from the dirt

cup, replace the dirt cup filter assembly back

in the dirt cup following step 8 of Cleaning

the dirt cup filter on page 10.

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Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible causes Remedies

1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug

2. Power button is not pressed down 2. Press power button down

Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction

Possible causes Remedies

1. Tools, hose and/or extension wands are blocked 1. Remove each part and check for blockages

2. Filters are dirty 2. Check and clean or replace all filters

3. Dirt cup is full 3. Empty dirt cup

4. Hose connector not securely attached to suction inlet 4. Make sure hose connector is locked into

suction inlet

5. Crack or hole in hose 5. Check hose and replace if needed

6. Air flow regulator is set to open or 6. Change to closed or maximum setting

minimum setting

7. Clog in the dirt cup 7. Clear clog from dirt cup following

instructions on page 12

Visible dust escaping from vacuum

Possible causes Remedies

1. Dirt cup is full 1. Empty dirt cup

2. Filters missing or installed incorrectly 2. Check all filters for correct installation

3. Filters are dirty 3. Check and clean or replace all filters

4. Hose is blocked 4. Remove hose and check for

blockages

5. Hose connector not securely attached to suction inlet 5. Make sure hose connector is locked into

suction inlet

6. Crack or hole in hose 6. Check hose and replace if needed

Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an

authorized service representative.

Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.

Please do not return this product to the store.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock,

turn power OFF and disconnect

plug from electrical outlet before

performing maintenance or

troubleshooting.

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BISSELL Consumer Services

If your BISSELL product should require service:

For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call:

BISSELL Consumer Services

1-800-263-2535

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET

Saturday 9 a.m. — 8 p.m. ET

Or write:

BISSELL HOMECARE, INC.

PO Box 3606

Grand Rapids MI

49501 U.S.A.

ATTN: Consumer Services

Or visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.ca or www.2Xbissell.ca

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 date of purchase in the event of a

warranty claim. See Warranty on page 16 for details.

Please do not return this product to the store.

Replacement parts - BISSELL Easy Vac Compact

Item Part No. Part Name

1 203-1531 Dirt Cup Filter Screen

2 203-1532 Dirt Cup Filter

3 203-1533 Dirt Cup Filter Frame Base

4 203-1534 Pre-Motor Filter

5 203-1535 Post-Motor Filter

6 203-1536 Floor Nozzle

7 203-1537 Hose with Handle

8 203-1538 Extension Wands (2)

9 203-1539 Combination Crevice Tool/Dusting Brush

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Warranty - BISSELL Easy Vac Compact

BISSELL Canada Corporation

Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6W2

Part Number 110-4210

Rev 2/10

Visit our website at:

www.bissell.ca

If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover, please

contact BISSELL Consumer Services by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below.

Limited One Year Warranty

Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product, BISSELL Canada

Corporation will repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL’s 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 BISSELL product should require service”.

This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. This warranty does not

apply to routine maintenance components such as belts or brushes. Damage or malfunction caused by negligence,

abuse, or use not in accordance with the User’s Guide is not covered.

If your BISSELL product should require service

Call BISSELL Consumer Services at the number listed below or visit the BISSELL website – www.bissell.ca to

locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Centre in your area. If there are no authorized BISSELL Service Centres in

your area, a BISSELL Representative at canada.custhelp@bissell.ca or at the phone number below will issue

you a Return Authorization Number and a pre-paid mailing label to return the unit to BISSELL for warranty repair.

The machine should be returned with a photocopy of your proof of purchase. (Your dated sales receipt is your

warranty – do not send original.) If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions

about your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Services.

Website:

www.bissell.ca

E-mail:

canada.custhelp@bissell.ca

Or Call:

BISSELL Consumer Services

1-800-263-2535

Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET

Saturday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET

Or write:

BISSELL Homecare, Inc.

PO Box 3606

Grand Rapids MI

49501 U.S.A.

ATTN: Consumer Services

BISSELL CANADA CORPORATION IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY

NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. BISSELL’S LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE

PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.

*EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER

ORAL OR WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION

OF LAW, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.

NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt,

it is your warranty.

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