User manual BISSELL FLIP-EASE

[. . . ] Use charger unit only in standard electrical outlet (220­240V~50/60 Hz. ). Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc. Unplug charger unit from outlet before maintenance or cleaning. Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord. [. . . ] Turn handle until key in handle falls into position and you hear a "click". 1 2. 3. 2 3 Operations Charging the battery 1. When charging for the first time, allow to charge uninterrupted for at least 12 hours. NOTE: When charging, the Flip-Ease and charger may become warm to the touch. This is normal and no cause for concern. Tip: For maximum battery life, completely discharge and recharge Flip-Ease every 1-2 months. 2. 3. Power switch must be in "O" (OFF) position to charge. When completely charged, the average run time for dry vacuuming is 12 minutes. When completely discharged, it will take approximately 12 hours to fully recharge. Tip: After unit is charged (approximately 12 hours) unplug from outlet. This will aid in prolonging the life of the battery. www. bissell. com 16 5 10/25/06 3:49:07 PM ug603-6913_5288E_1006. indd 5 Operations (Continued) Charging the battery (Continued) 4. To charge your Flip-Ease, connect the round end of the charger cord into the charging port on the side of the unit. Make sure it is securely connected and the charger indicator light is illuminated. NOTE: Decreased operating time may indicate that the battery has built up a charging resistance. To recharge, first completely exhaust the battery, recharge it, then exhaust it once again before recharging a second time. This procedure may be required more than once. 4 Charging Port Tip: The battery is used only when dry vacuuming. For wet mopping, the battery is not used, extending usage time. Filling the clean tank 1. Remove clean tank by grasping it firmly and pulling straight up. Unscrew the black cap on the bottom of the clean tank and remove the insert. Add water and formula* to the indicated fill lines on the clean tank. *Note: Your Flip-Ease includes two trial size bottles of formula. 2 Tip: 3 FORMULA WATER 4. Replace the black cap and insert and place clean tank back on unit. Gently push the tank into place. If you see air bubbles in the tank, it is seated properly. Dry vac 1. Attach the MicroFiber pad onto the base of the unit by attaching the pad onto the velcro on one side of the unit, wrapping it under the foot and attaching it to the velcro on the opposite side. Note: If the MicroFiber pad covers the vacuum suction path, the unit will not suction. Tip: The MicroFiber pad should be placed on the unit as directed. Covering the vacuum suction path will stop all suction. Suction Path 1 1a MicroFiber Pad Underside of foot 2. 3. Turn the power switch "I" (ON). With the dry vac side of the unit facing forward, begin cleaning. You will see dry dirt, crumbs and debris being collected in the dirty tank. 2 16 6 www. bissell. com ug603-6913_5288E_1006. indd 6 10/25/06 3:49:08 PM Operations (Continued) 4. [. . . ] Damage or malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with the User's Guide is not covered. For UK inquiries: Monday - Thursday 9 am -- 5 pm Friday 9 am -- 4 pm BISSELL Homecare (Overseas) Inc. The Boat Yard 105 Straight Road Old Windsor Berkshire, SL4 2SE United Kingdom Telephone: 0870-225-0109 For New Zealand inquiries: Monday - Friday 9 am -- 5 pm Parex Appliances 103 Central Park Drive Henderson Auckland New Zealand Telephone: 0800-247-735 For Australian inquiries: 24 hours a day 7 days a week E. D. Oates Pty Ltd 76 - 82 Newlands Road Reservoir VIC 3073 Australia Telephone: 1-800-811-183 For all other inquiries: Monday - Friday 8 am -- 4 pm BISSELL Homecare, Inc. PO Box 1888 Grand Rapids, MI 49501 USA Telephone: 01-616-453-4451 Fax: 01-616-453-1383 BISSELL HOMECARE INC. [. . . ]