Bissell 4490e - Manual (Page 10)

Vacuum cleaner won’t run
Possible cause Remedy
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 cause Remedy
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 minimum setting 6. Change to closed or maximum setting
7. Clog in the dirt cup 7. Clear clog from dirt cup following
instructions above
Visible dust escaping from vacuum
Possible cause Remedy
1. Dirt cup is full 1. empty dirt cup
Visible dust escaping from vacuum continued
Possible causes Remedies
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 5. make sure hose connector is locked
suction inlet 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.
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