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  • Page 1

    Model 3554 Lift-Off ™ Upright V acuum & Detachable Canister ■ Assembly ■ Operation ■ Maintenance ■ T roubleshooting ■ Powerful 12.0 amp twin motor system ■ Detachable canister ■ Filtrete ™ V acuum Filter System from 3M ■ Wide 14” cleaning path ■ Self-adjusts to all floor surfaces ■ 5 specialized tools for all vacuuming[...]

  • Page 2

    2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor ■ Do not pickup toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner , gasoline, etc.) ■ Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with vapors given [...]

  • Page 3

    3 W ARNING: Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner until you have completely assembled it per the following instructions and are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures. Powerfoot/ Chassis Unit 3. 2. Soft-Grip Handle Canister (Detachable) Canister Door On/Off Switch Lift-Off Latch Handle Release Pedal Lower Cord Wrap 35’ Power Cord Qu[...]

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    4 How to use this guide How to put it together 1. 2. 3. Remove protective plastic film from Powerfoot and Handle and dispose. Place Powerfoot on floor with rotating floor brush on floor surface. Place Handle on Chassis as shown and push down firmly . Y ou will hear a ‘click’ when the three tabs on the Handle lock into matching openings on the C[...]

  • Page 5

    5 Index Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . .2 Product view . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 How to put it together . . . . . . .4 Special tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 How to use your BISSELL Lift-Off . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cleaning carpet, rugs or bare floors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Routi[...]

  • Page 6

    6 How to use your BISSELL Lift-Off Power Cord Quick Release The Power Cord is stored at the side of the Detachable Canister , wrapped around two Cord Wraps. A molded clip on the polarized plug allows it to be fastened to the Power Cord during storage. 1. Unclip polarized plug from Power Cord. 2 Rotate the Upper Cord Hook one-half turn right or left[...]

  • Page 7

    Tip: Before cleaning under low furni- ture, check for objects that might harm the rotating floor brush or block the vacuum hose. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, paper clips, etc. Cleaning carpet, rugs or bare floors Press the Handle Release Pedal with your foot to change your Lift-Off from full upright/abov[...]

  • Page 8

    8 T o maintain peak vacuum efficiency , you should check the Filtrete V acuum Filter Bag weekly , and replace it when it is no more than three-quarters full. Never reuse a V acuum Bag. 1. Remove front canister panel by pressing Panel Latch, as shown. Pull panel forward to remove. 2. If bag is three-quarters full (or more), place your fingers behind[...]

  • Page 9

    9 Check the Drive Belt and Rotating Floor Brush regularly for wear or damage. Y ou should also remove string, hair , and carpet fibers from the Brush and Brush ends. These can wrap around the brush and hamper its ability to effectively clean your carpet. 1. Unplug the unit, then press Handle Release Pedal to position cleaner in full recline positio[...]

  • Page 10

    10 T o keep your Lift-Off operating at peak efficiency and to remove irritating allergens from your home, you should change the Filtrete Exhaust Filter from 3M every six months. The self-contained filter easily pulls outward from the top, and the new one snaps into place. Replacement Filter Use only BISSELL Style 4 Filtrete Exhaust Filter (#32032, [...]

  • Page 11

    11 Y ou may need to replace the Lightbulb in your Lift-Off. Remember , the light isn’ t on unless the brush is rotating. It is off when the cleaner is upright, and/or when the Canister is removed for use with cleaning tools. 1. Remove the clear plastic lens at the front of the Powerfoot by gently inserting a small, flat-blade screwdriver into the[...]

  • Page 12

    12 T roubleshooting V acuum cleaner won’t run Possible Causes Remedies V acuum cleaner is not plugged in Check electrical plug Household fuse/breaker Check/replace fuse - Reset breaker button. Call BISSELL Consumer Services V acuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt Possible Causes Remedies V acuum Bag is full Replace with new bag V acuum Hose is clogg[...]

  • Page 13

    Replacement part numbers and descriptions Item Part No. Part Descriptions 1 32031 Filtrete ™ V acuum Bag from 3M (package of 2) 2 32032 Filtrete ™ Exhaust Filter from 3M (package of 1) 3 32035 Drive Belt (package of 2) 4 0101178 Headlight Bulb 5 0109664 Wand 6 0109157 Crevice T ool 7 0109179 Upholstery Nozzle 8 0101162 Dust Brush If suggested s[...]

  • Page 14

    14 About your warranty BISSELL Consumer Services 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. — 7 p.m. EST Saturday 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. EST Or write: BISSELL INC PO Box 3606 Grand Rapids MI 49501 A TTN: Consumer Services When contacting B[...]