Bisell BISSELL PowerGlide Cordless Vacuum Cleaner 1538A User Manual

							POWERGLIDE
® 
CORDLESS 
USER GUIDE
1538 SERIES  
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS   
BEFORE USING YOUR VACUUM.   
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be 
observed, including the following: 
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC   
SHOCK, OR INJURY:
»  This appliance can be used by children 
aged from 8 years and above and 
 
persons with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities or lack of 
 
experience and knowledge if they have 
been given supervision or instruction 
concerning use of the appliance in a 
safe way and understand the hazards 
involved. Cleaning and user 
 
maintenance shall not be made by  
children without supervision.  
»     Children should be supervised to ensure 
that they do not play with the appliance.
»    If charger supply cable is damaged, it 
must be replaced by the manufacturer, 
its service agent, or similarly qualified 
 
person in order to avoid a hazard.
»  Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and  
all parts of body away from openings 
and moving parts of the appliance and 
its accessories.
»   Unplug from electrical socket when not charging.
»   Do not allow to be used as a toy.
»   Use only as described in this user guide.
»   Use only BISSELL recommended attachments.
»   Do not use with damaged cable or plug for charger.
»   Do not immerse in water or liquid.
»   If appliance is not working as it should, has been 
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into 
water; do not attempt to operate it and return it 
 to a service center.
»   Do not pull or carry charger by cable.
»   Keep charger cable away from heated surfaces. »  
Do not unplug charger by pulling on cable.
»   To unplug charger, grasp the plug, not the cable.
»   Do not handle charger plug or appliance with wet 
hands.
»   Do not put any object into openings.
»   Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of 
 dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
»   Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
»   Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible 
 liquids, such as petroleum, or use in areas where they 
may be present.
»   Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, 
 ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
»   Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with 
vapours given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some 
mothproofing substances, flammable dust, or other 
explosive or toxic vapours.
»   Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, 
nails, screws, coins, etc.
»   Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
»   Keep appliance on a level surface.
»   Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, 
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
»   Do not use without dust tank and/or filters in place.
»   Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces
»   Do not leave machine running in the same spot without 
handle fully upright.
»   Turn off all controls before connecting or disconnecting 
the TurboBrush® Tool or Pet TurboEraser® Tool.
»   Only use the rechargeable Li-ion battery pack and 
charging base supplied by BISSELL.
»   If the appliance is to be stored unused for a long period, 
the battery pack should be removed.
»   Battery pack and charger base output terminals are not 
to be short-circuited.
»   The charger is only for charging the rechargeable 
 Li-ion battery pack supplied with cleaner. Disconnect 
the supply before making or breaking the connections 
to the battery; Warning: Explosive gases. Prevent 
 flames and sparks. Provide adequate ventilation  during charging.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 
FOR CHARGING ON A 220-240 VOLT A.C. 50/60 HZ POWER SUPPLY ONLY. This model is for household use only. This user guide can also be available on BISSELL official website.  
						

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL 
vacuum. Everything we know about 
floor care went into the design and 
construction of this complete,   
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, 
and we back it with a limited   
two-year guarantee. We also stand 
behind it with a knowledgeable,   
dedicated Consumer Care   
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 vacuum.
Thanks again, from all of us   
at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell  
Chairman & CEOSafety Instructions ...........2
Product View ................ 4
Assembly ................... 5
Operations ................ 6-7
Maintenance & Care ....... 8-9
Replacement Parts ......... 10
Troubleshooting .............11
Guarantee .................. 12
Service ..................... 12 
						

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1 Handle
2 Extension Wand
3  Brush On/Off
4  Power Hi/Lo
5  Dirt Tank Release Button
6  Power Button
7  Pre-Motor Filter
8  Dirt Tank
9 Battery
10  Power Brush
11 Hose
12   2-in-1 Accessory
13  Hose Connector
14  Diverter Switch 
						

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Assembly
Your vacuum comes in five easy-to-assemble 
components:
   Handle and Hose  
Extension Tube  
Battery  
Base Unit  
Foot  
+ 
Charging Base
1.  Insert the handle into the extension wand and 
click into place.
2.  Slide the extension wand into the base unit.  
3.  Insert the hose end into the hose connector 
on the back of the base unit, making sure both 
tabs click into place and the notch is aligned.
4.  The 2-in-1 accessory can be stored in the   
clip on the side of the unit. 
5.  Slide body of vacuum onto foot connector 
until you hear a click.
6.  Push the battery into the housing until   
you feel it lock into place. Replace the battery 
housing cover.1.  2. 
3. 4. 
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PowerBrush switch
1. Press the button with brush bar icon to run   
the PowerBrush.
2.  The PowerBrush will not run when vacuum   
is locked in upright position
3.  If debris is keeping the vacuum from  
operating, turn off power switch, remove 
debris, and then turn power switch on to 
resume vacuuming.
NOTE: Turn off the PowerBrush when   
vacuuming hard surfaces, such as hard   
wood or tiled floors, as well as when cleaning 
smaller rugs that may be caught by the   
rotating brush (see section Operate 
PowerGlide® Cordless for additional details).
Power Mode switch
1.  Press the button with the +/- icon to switch 
between high and low power modes.
2.  High power mode is useful for cleaning high 
traffic areas.
»   Before cleaning under low furniture, check area 
first for objects that might harm the unit or block 
the vacuum hose.
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WARNING
Before using your vacuum, make sure that the dirt   
container is in locked position and that the filter is in 
place.  DO NOT operate your vacuum without the filter.  
						

							Above floor cleaning 
1. Twist diverter switch to horizontal position   
to direct suction to the vacuum hose.
2.  Push down on the handle release button   
and pull the handle and extension tube out   
of the body. 
3.  The 2-in-1 accessory can be attached to the 
end of the extension tube.
4.  The extension wand can be removed by   
pressing the release button and pulling it off.  
The 2-in-1 accessory can also be attached to   
the handle end.
5.  The portable canister vacuum can be   
released by pressing the button on the back   
of the body and pulling away from the foot.
6.  The canister vacuum can be carried around 
for easy cleaning of hard to reach areas.
Charging the battery
1.  Remove battery housing cover by pressing 
release button and pulling away.
2.  Remove battery by pulling out of machine.
3.  Place battery in charging base, ensuring   
it is plugged into the mains.
4.  Charger light will turn red during charging   
and turn green when battery is full.
5.  A full charge will take 2 hours.
   
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Operations
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4.  2. 
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Maintenance & Care
Emptying the dirt container
1. Press the dirt tank release button and pull dirt 
tank away from body by the handle 
2.  Holding the Dirt Container over a trash bin, 
press the Release Button on back. Snap the   
bottom back into place.
Cleaning the dirt container
1.  Release dirt tank as above, then twist   
the top right to separate.
2.  Remove filter by pulling up on the fabric   
tab, then pull out the cyclone system.
3.  Empty dirt container in trash bin. It may be 
rinsed clean. Make sure it is completely dry 
before replacing.
4.  To reassemble, line cyclone system up with 
dirt container using the semi circular and   
square tabs then slide in.  Place filter on top   
with fabric tab on the upper face, place lid   
last and twist left.
Cleaning the filter and cyclone
1.  Release tank and remove lid as above,   
then remove Pre-motor Filter, clean with mild 
detergent and rinse.
2.  Reinsert inside Dirt Container, once   
completely dried.
3.  Remove cyclone system from dirt container   
as above. 
4.  The cyclone system can be broken down   
into three parts for easy cleaning. All pieces 
come apart with a simple twist. Rinse and dry 
with a paper towel.
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2. 4. 
WARNING
Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters or 
 
without filters in place.
»   To maintain suction and good performance, it is 
recommended that you clean your filters every 
4-5 uses and clean your cyclone system every 
other time you clean the filter.
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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.
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Maintenance & Care
Replacing the Brush
1. Turn power switch off, turn over and use a   
coin or a flathead screwdriver to open the 2   
locking screws on either side of the brush bar.
2.  Remove both brush plates to access   
brush bar.
3.  Grasp the roller from the bottom, dislodge   
by pulling, and then thread it through the belt.
4.  Replace roller and reverse the order to   
reassemble. 
Disposal of batteries 
If your vacuum is to be disposed of, the batteries 
should be removed and disposed of properly.
1.  Keep Battery Pack together – DO NOT   
disassemble the battery pack. For specific   
disposal instructions of batteries, please follow 
local regulation.
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Replacement Parts
These items are available for your BISSELL vacuum.   
Call 1-800-237-7691 or visit www.BISSELL.com
PART # PART NAME PART #PART NAME
160-6691 Battery
160-6697 Hose and Handle
160-6187Battery Charger160-6698 Extension Wand
160-70582-in-1 Accessory Tool160-6359 Filter
160-6689 Brush Roll