How to Clear a Clog in the Bissell PowerForce Bagless Vacuum

When you own a Bissell PowerForce Bagless Vacuum, it's important to do regular cleaning and maintenance of all the parts and features, including the filters, drive belt and rotating floor brush. However, sometimes the vacuum may have low suction or poor pickup. That's when it's time to troubleshoot for clogs somewhere in the vacuum's system. Follow these steps to clear a clog in the Bissell PowerForce Bagless Vacuum.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Long narrow object, such as a plastic fork

1. Unplug the vacuum from the power outlet. Never try to perform any maintenance on a vacuum that is plugged in.

2. Empty the dirt container by unlocking the "Lock 'n Seal" lever. Once the dirt container is pulled out and empty, set it aside for now. Check the upper tank (above where the dirt container used to be) and see if you can identify a clog. If you can see it through the clear housing, simply work your hand under the housing and pull the clog out.

3. Another place to look for a clog is the hose. Grasp the hose by the handle and pull straight up. Visually inspect the hose as well as the suction inlet for clogs. If you can see the clog, use the plastic fork to pull it out and clear the line.

4. Check the foot hose area for clogs. Sometimes the rotating floor brush can pick up some string or accumulate a large clog that affects the vacuum's performance. Pull out any large clog you see with your fingers or the plastic fork.

5. If the vacuum still continues to perform poorly, it may be time to clean the filters. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to clean the filters.

Tips & Warnings

• To contact Bissell Consumer Service, call [phone].

Resources

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