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2281K Series
PET HAIR ERASER®
TURBO PRO
LIGHTWEIGHT & POWERFUL
PET HAIR PICK UP

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR INJURY:
»Do not leave vacuum cleaner when it is plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
»Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
»Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
»Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s
Guide. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
»Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an
authorized service center.
»Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door
on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
»Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
»Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
»Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
»Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away
from openings and moving parts.
»Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging
vacuum cleaner.
»Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
»Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they
may be present.
»Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with
vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth-
proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or
toxic vapors.
»Do not use to pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia,
drain cleaner, etc.).
»Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
»Do not use without filters in place.
»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 carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running.
»Unplug before connecting or disconnecting the TurboBrush®
Tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be
observed, including the following:
This model is for household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
»Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suocation, keep away from children.
»Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner UNTIL you are familiar with all instructions and operating
procedures.
»To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from
electrical outlet BEFORE performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

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Quick Start Guide
READ COMPLETE USER GUIDE FOR FULL INSTRUCTIONS ON USE, MAINTENANCE, AND IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES.
Assembly
Attach Stretch Hose by
lining the tabs on the cuff
with the notches on the
back of the vacuum. Twist
clockwise to lock hose
into place.
Remove Dirt Tank. Press
the Dirt Tank Release
Button and pull away from
vacuum.
Place the Dirt Tank
on the vacuum
by securing the
bottom in place
first, then pushing
back until you hear
a “click”.
Attach end of hose
to vacuum by sliding
square cuff into the
bracket below the
power switch.
Slide end of wand into top
of base. It will “click” when
inserted correctly.
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Press the Dirt Tank
Release Button and pull
away from vacuum.
Remove the Pre-Motor
Filter and replace with
the Febreze® Filter.
Twist tank cover to the
unlock position then pull
up on handle.
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NOTE: Standard accessories may vary by model. To identify what should be included
with your purchase, please refer to the “Carton Contents” list located on the carton
top flap.
Upper Handle, Hose,
and Extension Wand
If desired, hose can be removed
from wand for tool usage.
2-in-1
Pet Brush
Pet TurboEraser®
Tool
Pet Hair
Eraser® Tool
LED Lighted
Crevice Tool
What’s in the Box?
Vacuum
Base
Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum!
We love to clean and we’re excited to share one of our new innovative
products with you. We want to make sure your vacuum works as well in five
years as it does today, so this guide has tips on using (pages 6-9), maintaining
(pages 10-13), and if there is a problem, troubleshooting (page 14).
Quick Start / Assembly ......2
Safety Instructions...........3
Product View ................5
Operations ................6-9
Maintenance & Care ..... 10-13
Troubleshooting ............14
Warranty ...................15
Service .....................15
Product Registration........16
Parts & Supplies ............16
Febreze® Filter
Optional use.

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Product View
THIS APPLIANCE HAS
A POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Hot
Neutral
Handle
Stretch
Hose
Carry Handle
Dirt Tank
Pre-Motor
Filter Cover
Dirt Tank
Release Button
Post-Motor
Filter Cover
(under Dirt Tank)
LED Lights
Brush Roll
On/O Switch
Power Switch
Quick Release™
Cord Wrap
2-in-1
Pet Brush
Quick
Release
Extension
Wand
LED Lighted
Crevice Tool
Cord Clip
Suction
Control
*NOTE: Pet TurboEraser® Tool and Pet Hair Eraser® Tool do not store on unit.
Pet
TurboEraser®
Tool*
Pet Hair
Eraser
Tool

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Operations
WARNING
Do not plug in your vacuum until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.
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Step gently on base and pull
back on handle to recline.
NOTE: The Brush Roll will automatically shut o when vacuum is locked in upright
position. Recline to reactivate.
NOTE: In the unlikely event that hair wrapped around your Brush Roll, run vacuum back
and forth on clean carpet several times to help release any wrapped hair.
Turn vacuum ON by pressing Power Switch on
(I - ON and O - OFF). Press Brush Roll switch to
run the PowerBrush for carpet cleaning (Brush
Roll is on when light on switch is illuminated).
See page 15 to maintain the Brush Roll.
NOTE: Turn o the Brush Roll when vacuuming hard or delicate surfaces that may be
caught by the rotating brush. This could include hard wood, tiled floors, small area rugs,
or frieze carpets that have long delicate fibers or threads.
2
Locate the Suction Control
setting on the vacuum handle.
Adjust Suction Control for plush
carpet or low carpet for easy
multi-surface cleaning.
Adjusting the Suction Control
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Above Floor Cleaning
Clean hard to reach spaces with the
Quick Release Extension Wand. Push
the release button to remove and
attach desired tool.
Attach desired tool. Use the Pet
TurboEraser® Tool for best results on
stairs. Or use the 2-in-1 Pet Brush with
soft, white bristles for sensitive/gentle
surfaces and rubber nubs to pick up
embedded pet hair.
When finished, replace the wand back
on the vacuum by sliding into place
until you hear “click.”
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If desired, the Stretch Hose can be
removed from the Extension Wand. To
do so, twist hose from the back of the
wand to remove.

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Vacuum Motor Protection
Turn vacuum OFF and unplug
from electrical outlet.
NOTE: The thermal protector controls the main vacuum motor only, not the brush motor.
If the thermal protector activates, brush and lights will continue to operate normally;
however, there will be no suction.
An internal thermal protector has been designed into
your vacuum to protect it from overheating. When
the thermal protector activates, the main vacuum
motor will stop operating. The front lights will remain
on, even though the motor turns off. If this happens,
proceed as follows.
When the motor cools for
approximately 30 minutes, the
thermal protector automatically
resets and cleaning may continue.
If the vacuum will not turn on or
the thermal protector continues
to activate, your vacuum may
need servicing. Contact BISSELL
Consumer Care.
Check for the source of overheating
problem (full Dirt Tank, dirty filters,
or a clog) and fix by following the
maintenance instructions.
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Possible areas that could clog.
Filter
Upper
Hose
Lower
Hose
Filter
Brush
Roll

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from
electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Press the Tank Release Button and grab
the handle to pull the Dirt Tank away from
vacuum.
Hold the Dirt Tank over a trash bin
and press the Empty Button. Once
emptied, snap bottom back into place.
The Dirt Tank is full. Time to empty!
WARNING
Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters. Allow components to dry before reassembling the
Dirt Tank.
WARNING
Before using your vacuum, make sure that the Dirt Tank is in locked position and that all filters, both
pre- and post-filters, are in place. DO NOT operate your vacuum without these filters.
Remove/Empty Dirt Tank
Return the
Dirt Tank to
the vacuum,
securing the
bottom in
place first and
then pushing
back until you
hear a “click.”
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Press the Dirt Tank Release Button
and pull away from vacuum.
Twist tank cover to the unlock position
then pull up on handle.
Remove Pre-Motor Filter from top
of Dirt Tank lid by pulling out.
Both Pre-Motor Felt and Foam Filters are
washable. Clean with mild detergent, rinse
and squeeze all excess water. Allow filters
to dry completely before reinserting. Return
Pre-Motor Filters to the top of the Dirt Tank,
placing the thick Foam Filter in last.
Clean/Replace Pre-Motor Filters
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from
electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
WARNING
Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters. Allow components to dry before reassembling the
dirt container.
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NOTE: Replace filters every 3 to 6 months. Visit BISSELL.com for filter replacements.
NOTE: Washing may decrease the Febreze® odor eliminating scent.
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Press the Dirt Tank Release Button and
pull Dirt Tank away from vacuum.
Pull tab up to access Post-Motor Filter.
NOTE: Replace filters every 3 to 6 months. Visit BISSELL.com for filter replacements.
Twist filter counter-clockwise to
unlock and remove from vacuum.
When reassembling, be sure to lock the
filter back into place. The pleated filter
may NOT be washed. If dust/debris
accumulates, gently tap the filter on the
inside of a trash container.
Clean/Replace Post-Motor Filter
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from
electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
WARNING
Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters. Allow components to dry before reassembling the
Dirt Tank.
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Remove Brush Roll, Belt, and Paddle
Wheel. Inspect for damages and
replace if necessary.
To reassemble, align two clips on each end
of Paddle Wheel with Belt on and pop back
into place. Place Brush Roll with Belt back
in. Faceplate will not close properly if all
parts are not aligned correctly.
To put faceplate back on, align the tabs
in the top of the cover and place it down
to “click” into place.
Paddle Wheel
Belt
Roller
Twist gray collar
counter-clockwise, until
slot appears, and then
separate faceplate.
Hold the Dirt Tank over
a trash container. Press
the bottom release
button to empty.
Twist Cyclone counter-
clockwise and pull down
to remove from tank.
Tap separator against inside
of trash container and
rinse under warm water, if
necessary. Be sure to let
it dry completely before
placing back in Dirt Tank.
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Clean Inner Cyclone Separator
Maintain Pet TurboEraser® Tool
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Replace Brush and Belt
Parts & Supplies
For Parts and Supplies, go to www.BISSELL.com and enter
your model number in the search field.
Unplug and turn vacuum
over. Unscrew 10 Phillips-
head screws to remove
bottom cover.
Pull Brush Roll straight
out and slide Belt off
motor gear. Replace
Brush Roll and/or Belt.
Inspect Brush Roll by
placing it on its end
and spin. The Brush
Roll should spin freely,
multiple times by one
flick. If it doesn’t, replace
Brush Roll. Inspect Belt,
replace if it appears
damaged.
1. Place Belt back on Brush Roll.
2. Pinch Belt around Brush Roll & hook
back around the motor gear.
3. Rotate Brush Roll into place and line up
end caps.
4. Re-attach bottom cover with 10 screws.
NOTE: If an object becomes lodged in foot and brush shuts o, turn vacuum
o and unplug from electrical outlet. Remove obstruction and brush will automatically
reset when vacuum is plugged and turned back on.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible causes Remedies
Brush Roll
doesn’t
rotate
Brush Roll switch is turned OFF. Make sure Brush Roll switch is ON.
Vacuum is locked in upright
position. Recline vacuum and switch on the Brush Roll.
Vacuuming on Premium Soft
Carpet. Adjust Suction Control to reduce suction on softer carpets.
Brush Roll has lodged debris or
other entanglements, keeping
the brush from rotating.
Unplug to reset brush motor, checking
for and removing debris before
turning ON.
Vacuum
won’t pick
up dirt
Filters are dirty. Remove and rinse Pre-Motor Filters.
Allow enough time for them to dry
properly before reinserting. Remove
and dust off post-motor filter.
There is a clog in the vacuum. Remove bottom cover and check for
any buildup of debris. Remove debris
and debris buildup before reinstalling
bottom cover.
Dirt Tank is not seated
correctly. Press the Tank Release to release the Dirt Tank and reseat properly.
There is a crack or hole in the
Main Hose. If there is a crack or hole, order a new Main Hose from the BISSELL website.
Main Hose is not connected. Locate the Main Hose and
reconnect by pushing the hose
connection.
There is a clog in the hose. Disconnect Lower Hose and check for
clogs as well. Use a broom handle to
push any debris out.
Hair wrapped around Brush Roll. Run vacuum back and forth on
clean carpet several times to release
wrapped hair.
Dirt is
escaping
from the
vacuum
Dirt Tank is full. Empty the Dirt Tank.
Filters are missing or dirty. Check to see if all of the Pre-Motor
and Post-Motor Filters are in place and
clean.
Hose won’t
pick up dirt
Suction is set too low. Adjust using the Suction Control
Feature.
Vacuum is
hard to push
or pull
Suction is set too high. Adjust using the Suction Control
Feature.
High-pitched
noise
There is a clog in the vacuum. Check inside of Main Hose and Lower
Hose for clogs by disconnecting from
vacuums.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet
before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

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your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Care.
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rights, and you may also have other rights
which may vary from state to state. If you
need additional instruction regarding this
warranty or have questions regarding
what it may cover, please contact BISSELL
Consumer Care by E-mail, telephone, or
regular mail as described below.
Limited Five-Year Warranty
Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND
EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon
receipt of the product BISSELL will repair
or replace (with new, refurbished, lightly
used, or remanufactured components
or products), at BISSELL’s option, free of
charge from the date of purchase by the
original purchaser, for five years, any
defective or malfunctioning part.
See information below on "If your BISSELL
product should require service."
This warranty applies to product used for
personal, and not commercial or rental
service. This warranty does not apply to
fans or routine maintenance components
such as filters, belts, or brushes. Damage or
malfunction caused by negligence, abuse,
neglect, unauthorized repair, or any other
use not in accordance with the User's Guide
is not covered.
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OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF
THIS PRODUCT. BISSELL’S LIABILITY WILL
NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.
*EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM
THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND
IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EITHER ORAL OR WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE
BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED
TO THE FIVE-YEAR DURATION FROM
THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED
ABOVE.
Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
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Call:
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1-800-237-7691
Monday – Friday 8am - 10pm ET
Saturday 9am - 8pm ET
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Warranty
Service
Please do not return this product to the store.
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed
by an authorized service representative.
For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to be of service. Contact us directly
at 1-800-237-7691.
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of date of purchase in the
event of a warranty claim.

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