Bisell CleanView Compact Pet 36T1E User Manual

							USER'S GUIDE
36T1 SERIES 220-240V
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Safety Instructions
Product View
Assembly
Operations
Maintenance and Care
TroubleshootingReplacement Parts
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Warranty
Consumer Services11
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL CleanView™ Pet Compact Cylinder
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL CleanView Pet Compact 
Cylinder vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into 
the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home 
cleaning system.
Your BISSELL CleanView Pet Compact Cylinder 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   
cylinder vacuum.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell 
Chairman, President & CEO
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							When using an electrical appliance,  
basic precautions should be observed,   
including the following:
Read all instRuctions 
befoRe using youR   
cylindeR V acuuM. 
  WaRning: to  
reduce the risk of fire, 
electric shock, or injury:
■  Use indoors only.
■ For dry pick up only.
■ Do not leave machine when it is plugged in.
■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■ If appliance is not working as it should, 
has been dropped, damaged, left out-
doors, or dropped into water, return it to 
a service agent.
■ Do not handle unit with wet hands.
■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as 
a handle, close door on cord, pull cord 
around sharp corners or edges, run appli-
ance over cord, or expose cord to heated 
surfaces.
■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord. unplug 
by grasping plug.
■ Do not run appliance over cord.
■ Do not handle plug or appliance with 
wet hands.
■ Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers 
or body parts to openings or moving parts.
■ Do not pick up hot or burning objects such 
as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
■ Do not pick up flammable or combustible 
materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, 
etc.) or use in the presence of explosive 
liquids or vapour.
■ Do not use appliance in an enclosed space 
filled with vapours given off by oil base 
paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing 
substances, flammable dust, or other explo-
sive or toxic vapours.
■ Not intended for use by persons (including   
children) with reduced physical, sensory or 
mental capabilities, or lack of experience 
and knowledge, unless they have been 
given supervision or instruction concerning 
use of the appliance by a person respon-
sible for their safety
■  Young children should be supervised to 
ensure that they do not play with the appli-
ance.
■ Remove plug from electrical outlet before 
cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be 
replaced by the manufacturer or its service 
agent in order to avoid a hazard.
■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine 
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, 
etc.).
■ Do not use for any purpose other than 
described in this User’s Guide.
■ Use only manufacturer’s recommended 
attachments.
■ Do not use with any opening blocked; 
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything 
that may reduce air flow.
■ Keep appliance on a level surface.
■ Turn off all controls before unplugging.
■ Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.
■ This appliance is provided with double   
insulation. Use only identical replacement 
parts.
■  Do not use without the dirt cup and filters 
in place.
■ Pay close attention when working   
around children.
sa Ve tHese  
instRuctions.
ThIs moDel Is FoR hoUseholD Use oNl Y.
iMPoRtant  
FoR oPeRATIoN oN A 220-240 Vol T 
A.C. 50/60 hz PoWeR sUPPl Y oNlY. 
If your appliance is fitted with a nonrewireable 
Bs 1363 plug it must not be used unless a 13 
amp (AsTA approved to Bs 1362) fuse is fitted 
in the carrier contained in the plug. (spares 
may be obtained from your BIssell supplier). 
If for any reason the plug is cut off, it must be 
disposed of, as it is an electric shock hazard 
should it be inserted into a mains socket. 
Thanks for buying a BISSELL CleanView™ Pet Compact Cylinder
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Product view
Extension Wands
caution:  Do not plug in your vacuum until you 
are familiar with all instructions and 
operating procedures.
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 Wide Pet  
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Assembly 
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.
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
y our 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
t urn the power on or off by pressing 
lightly downward on the power button 
(    ).
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Handle
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5. 4.
3. 2.
W
aRning:   Plastic film can be dangerous. To 
avoid danger of suffocation, keep 
away from babies and children.
suction Inlet
0perations
Automatic Cord 
Rewind 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.
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0perations
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special tools
your bissell cleanView Pet 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.
Wide Pet t urbobrush™ t ool
  Use rotating brush action for small, flat 
areas such as cushions and beds.
 
note: Press down gently and pull 
toward you in a raking motion.  t oo 
much pressure will cause the brush 
to stop rotating. 
empty 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.
1.
2.        
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.
Tip:
Use the air flow regulator to reduce air 
flow as needed when using the tools.
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3.
Dirt Cup 
Release Button
Maintenance and care
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TurboBrush
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Maintenance and care
empty the dirt cup continued
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 empty-
ing 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. 
cleaning the dirt cup filters 
use only bissell replacement filters in 
your cleanView Pets compact cylinder.
1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet.
2.  The dirt cup filters can be reached by remov-
ing 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 grasp-
ing 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.
4.
WaRning: 
To reduce the risk of electric 
shock, turn power switch OFF and 
disconnect plug from electrical 
outlet before performing mainte-
nance or troubleshooting checks.
Emptying Button
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Maintenance and care
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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 notch-
es 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.  
cleaning the pre-motor filter 
the pre-motor filter protects the 
motor from dirt and dust particles. 
use only bissell replacement filters 
in your cleanview Pet compact.
1. Remove the dirt cup from the vacuum,  
following steps 1-3 of emptying the dirt 
cup on page 6.
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.
Replacing the post-motor filter
the post-motor filter assists in the filtra-
tion process to return cleaner air to the 
room. use only bissell replacement filters 
in your cleanView Pet 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 6.
3.  Remove the dirt cup filter assembly from the 
dirt cup, following step 2 of Clean the dirt 
cup filter on page 7.
cleaning the dirt cup filters continued
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.
W aRning:   Do not operate cleaner with damp 
or wet filters or without all filters in 
place.
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Maintenance and care
Troubleshooting
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 assem-
bly back in the dirt cup following step 8 
of Cleaning the dirt cup filter on page 8.
the Wide Pet t urbobrush™ tool 
should be checked regularly for clogs 
or debris wrapping around the brush.
1. Unplug the vacuum from the outlet.
2.  If the clog is present or debris is visible,  turn the collar on the neck of the Wide Pet 
TurboBrush™ Tool counterclockwise to the 
unlocked position to remove the faceplate 
and clear any obstructions.
3.  To clean debris from the brush, remove the  brush from the drive belt and clean debris.
4. Reposition the drive belt on the brush.  Place  the ends of the brush in the slots on the 
sides. Reposition the faceplate and turn the 
collar clockwise to the locked position.
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
WaRning:   To reduce the risk of electric shock 
or injury, turn power OFF and dis-
connect plug from electrical outlet 
before performing maintenance or 
troubleshooting.
Maintaining the Wide Pet t urbobrush™ tool
clearing clogs from the dirt cup continued
Wide Pet 
TurboBrush ™
 Tool  
						

							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 
2.  Filters missing  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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Replacement parts
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Troubleshooting
Please do not return this product to the store.
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
10  203-1290  Wide Pet TurboBrush™ Tool
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