Warning – Bissell Powerforce bagless 6579 series User Manual
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aintenance and care
To maintain maximum cleaning performance 
from your BISSELL PowerForce Bagless, perform 
these simple maintenance steps.
1.
Empty the dirt container when the dirt 
reaches the “Full” line on the side. 
2.
Check the inner and outer circular filters, 
and the pre-motor filter at least once a 
month and clean or replace as needed.
3.
Clean or replace the post-motor filter every 
three to six months.
Note: More frequent filter cleaning or 
replacing may be necessary if you are 
vacuuming new carpet, fine dust, or have 
allergy concerns. Follow the instructions on 
the following pages to perform these simple 
maintenance steps.
Empty dirt container
The dirt container needs to be emptied when 
the dirt reaches the “Full” line on the side of the 
container.
1.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
2.
Slide the Lock ‘n Seal lever to the "Unlock" 
position.
3.
Grasp handle and pull the dirt container 
straight out to remove from vacuum.
4.
Empty dirt into garbage container.
5.
Put the dirt container back in the vacuum 
and slide the lever to the "Lock" position.
Note: The dirt container may be washed in 
warm water with a mild detergent. Remove 
the filter cup from the bottom before 
washing. Reassemble and make sure it is 
completely dry before using again.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of 
electric shock, turn 
power switch OFF and 
disconnect polarized 
plug from electrical outlet 
before performing 
maintenance or 
troubleshooting checks.
Tip:
For maximum cleaning 
performance, check 
and clean or replace all 
filters as suggested.
Full Line
Lock Position
Unlock
Position
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