BISSELL 5990 - Manual

Transporting your cleaner Use the handle on the front to carry the cleaner or place the cleaner in the upright position and tip back to roll on the rear wheels. Releasing the power cord The upper and lower cord wraps rotate to allow for quick and easy removal of the power cord. Fingertip power switc...

Fingertip brush switch The rotating brush is turned on or off using the switch at the side of the top of the handle. The brush will start rotating when the unit is reclined. The brush should be on for most carpeted floors. You may want to turn the brush off for bare floor cleaning or other delicate ...

1 Make sure the cleaner is in the upright position. 2. Remove the hose wand from the wand base. This automatically diverts the suction to the hose. Unwind the hose from the cleaner. Note: To help prevent the machine from tipping, the hose should remain in the bottom hose clip. 3. Use the hose and wa...

Empty the dirt container as soon as the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the side of the container. 1. Press the release button on top of the carrying handle to remove the dirt container. 2. Choose an emptying method. Method #2 is recommended for allergy sufferers. Method #1 – hold the dirt container...

Cleaning the dirt container Additional steps can be taken to clean the dirt container as necessary. 1. Ensure the dirt container has been emptied. 2. Remove the lower portion by pressing the front and back latches on the upper portion as shown. 3. Clean the screen with a cloth or soft brush to remov...

Replacing the HEPA filter cartridge The HEPA filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or if suction is declining. More or less frequent replacing may be required based on individual vacuuming habits and types of debris picked up. Note: To have the benefits of the Airtight ™ HEPA System, ...

Clearing clogs Low suction or poor pickup may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. If you notice a change in the sound of the motor or a reduction in the spinning action in the dirt container, check for a clog. If there is no suction or if suction is reduced at the hose, follow these steps to che...

Clearing clogs continued If suction is normal at the hose, follow these steps to check for and clear the clog for floor cleaning: 1. Check diverter area at back of machine for diverter position and clogs. When the hose wand is inserted in the base, the diverter should be down. If a clog is visible n...

14 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 M aintenance and care continued Brush reset If something becomes lodged in the foot and the brush shuts off, turn the cleaner off and unplug from the outlet. Remove the obstruction. The brush will automatically reset when the cleaner is plugge...

15 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 Changing the light bulb 1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. 2. Recline handle for easier access to light bulb and remove screw to lift off lens. 3. Remove the bulb by grasping bulb and pull-ing straight out of the socket. Install the new...

16 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 T roubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won’t turn on Possible causes Remedies 1. Power cord not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker 2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker. 3. Thermal protector activated 3. Allow cleaner ...

T roubleshooting continued 17 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push Possible causes Remedies 1 . Incorrect height setting 1. Turn dial to higher setting Visible dust escaping from cleaner Possible causes Remedies 1. Filter tray missing or not insta...

18 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call: BISSELL Consumer Services 1-800-237-7691 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 10 p.m. EST Saturday 9 a.m. — 8 p.m. EST Or write: BISSELL HOMECARE, INCPO Box 3606Gr...

19 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 You may purchase parts from your retailer, by calling BISSELL Consumer Services or by visiting our website. Below is a list of common replacement parts*. While not all of these parts may have come with your specific model, they are available f...

20 w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m 8 0 0 . 2 3 7 . 7 6 9 1 W arranty - BISSELL Healthy Home Vacuum™ This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regardi...