Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Warehouse Arts District: Bissell 6596X, 82H1, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Warehouse Arts District Presents***

***Bissell 6596X, 82H1, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety***

***with Statler***

Onscreen, The 6596X Worker, Rohan Johnson, and The 35452 Worker are using their vacuums

Statler: (offscreen) "Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing your first Bissell upright vacuum cleaner. we appreciate you taking time to watch your important safety video. safety is extremely important to you and others around you. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner does an awesome job of vacuuming floors, bare floors, tiles, and carpets. however, your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is a very powerful piece of equipment that should be used safely. if your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is used improperly, serious injury can result to you and others. this video will show you how to use your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner properly and safely. please be sure you read and understand your operator's manual before operating your vacuum cleaner."

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## Before Operation

Statler: (offscreen) "Before you start operating your vacuum cleaner, always be sure to have your operator's manual, and make sure the safety instructions are reviewed."

The 6596X Worker has his operator's manual, and is sure the safety instructions are reviewed

Statler: (offscreen) "Locate and read all of the safety labels that are listed on the vacuum cleaner and any other equipment."

A picture shows safety labels

Statler: (offscreen) "Always make sure that you and others operators are familiar with the controls and all other features on the machine."

The 6596X Worker is sure that he is familiar with the controls and all other features on the machine

Statler: (offscreen) "Your Bissell 35452 Powerglide Platinum Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner is equipped with a bag change indicator that changes from green to red letting you know when it's time to change the vacuum bag. always turn off and unplug your vacuum cleaner before attempting to check the bag if it needs to be replaced."

A picture shows a bag change indicator

Statler: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, always look over the vacuuming area and pick up anything such as napkins, knives, spoons, or forks. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner's brushroll spins very fast and can cause items to be sucked into the dirt container or the vacuum bag."

Rohan Johnson looks over the vacuuming area and picks up objects before he starts vacuuming

Statler: (offscreen) "Always close windows that could cause the vacuum cleaner to be dropped onto the road or a footpath before you start vacuuming."

The 35452 Worker is sure windows have glass before he begins vacuuming

Statler: (offscreen) "Always wear your correct clothing and personal protective equipment such as ear protection, eye protection, long paints and safety shoes or boots. don't wear any jewelry or loose fitting clothing. they can get caught in the vacuum's moving parts potentially causing serious injuries."

Rohan Johnson wears his correct clothing and personal protective equipment

Statler: (offscreen) "Be sure that no one is in the area while vacuuming, especially children."

The 35452 Worker gets a children and 2 parents out of the vacuuming area

## Keeping Children Safe

Statler: (offscreen) "According to the US product safety commission statistics, each year, an estimated 36,000 people are treated in the united states hospitals due to vacuuming injuries. children have been backed over or run over by a running vacuum cleaner. the common causes of serious injuries or death include a loss of a hand, foot, or even death. children are often attracted to vacuum cleaners and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member."

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Statler: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, always be sure the area is clear of children. do not vacuum when children are around."

The 6596X Worker clears the area of children before he starts vacuuming

Statler: (offscreen) "Keep all children out of the vacuuming area, and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult, other than the operator. never assume that children will remain where you last saw them."

The 35452 Worker keeps all children out of the vacuuming area, and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult, other than the operator

Statler: (offscreen) "Do not carry children on the vacuum cleaner, even if the brushroll is shut off. they may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation."

Text reads: Do not carry children on the vacuum cleaner, even if the brushroll is shut off. they may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

Statler: (offscreen) "Children who've been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the vacuuming area for another ride. be alert and turn off the vacuum if a child enters the area."

The 6596X Worker is alert and turns off his 6596X vacuum as a child approaches the vacuuming area

Statler: (offscreen) "Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the vacuum cleaner."

Text reads: Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the vacuum cleaner.

## Plugging In

Statler: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution when plugging in your vacuum cleaner. the outlet is extremely electricable, and the vapors are explosive."

The 35452 Worker uses caution when plugging in his vacuum cleaner

Statler: (offscreen) "Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, and other potential sources of ignition."

Text reads: Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, and other potential sources of ignition

Statler: (offscreen) "Never plug in the vacuum cleaner outdoors. electrics from the outlet can be dangerous."

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 82H1 vacuum cleaner indoors

Statler: (offscreen) "Also, never try to replug in your vacuum cleaner while the motor is hot. if you're in the middle of a job and need to replug in your vacuum cleaner, shut the vacuum cleaner off and let it cool down before plugging in your vacuum cleaner."

Rohan Johnson replugs in his 82H1 vacuum with a cool motor

Statler: (offscreen) "Be very careful when plugging in your vacuum cleaner near a lamp. if the plug touches it, you could severely burn it."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when plugging in his 82H1 vacuum cleaner near a lamp

Statler: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution when plugging in your vacuum cleaner near candles. if the plug comes too close and touches it, it can burn yourself."

The 35452 Worker uses extreme caution when plugging in his 35452 vacuum cleaner near candles

Statler: (offscreen) "Keep all hot objects including cigarettes, cigars, or open flames away from the outlet when plugging in your vacuum cleaner. an explosion can occur causing severe injury to yourself and others."

Rohan Johnson doesn't have any hot objects or open flames near and outlet

Statler: (offscreen) "Never insert your fingers in the plugs while plugging in your vacuum. putting your fingers in can result in an electric shock."

The 6596X Worker keeps his fingers away from the plug while plugging in his 6596X vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "If you spill dirt near the vacuum cleaner, always tilt the vacuum forward and push it away from the area where you spilled dirt. clean it up immediately using a broom and a pan. do not start the vacuum near spilled dirt."

The 35452 Worker makes sure he doesn't spill dirt near the machine

## Safety Interlock System

Statler: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a safety interlock system that is designed to shut off the vacuum if at any time an operator unplugs it with the power on."

A picture shows a safety interlock system

Statler: (offscreen) "Never tamper with the safety interlock system. it is designed to protect you and others from serious injuries to yourself and others."

Text reads: Never tamper with the safety interlock system. it is designed to protect you and others from serious injuries to yourself and others.

Statler: (offscreen) "To be sure the safety interlock system is working properly, start the vacuum by pressing or flipping the power switch. keep in the upright position and unplug it from the outlet, but do not put the cord back on the vacuum. the motor should stop, the brushroll should stop rotating, and the headlight should go out."

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Statler: (offscreen) "If the safety interlock system does not function properly, do not operate the vacuum. contact an authorized service dealer to repair it immediately."

Text reads: If the safety interlock system does not function properly, do not operate the vacuum. contact an authorized service dealer to repair it immediately.

## Pre-Starting Procedures

Statler: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, there are some pre-starting procedures that you should be aware of when vacuuming."

A picture shows pre-starting procedures

Statler: (offscreen) "Do not operate the vacuum without the brushroll cover, the headlight, the post-motor filter, the dirt container, the hepa-media filter, the vacuum bag, and the hose in place and working properly."

Text reads: Do not operate the vacuum without the brushroll cover, the headlight, the post-motor filter, the dirt container, the hepa-media filter, the vacuum bag, and the hose in place and working properly.

Statler: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a height adjustment that adjusts from 1 to 5 on the 6596X and 82H1, and your 35452 is equipped with a height adjustment that adjusts from 1 to 7."

A picture shows a height adjustment

Statler: (offscreen) "Never operate the vacuum cleaner without safety shields in place and working properly."

A picture shows safety shields

## Starting The Vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "To start the vacuum cleaner, be sure that you have your hand on the handle, your other hand on the cord, and your feet behind the vacuum."

Rohan Johnson has his hand on the handle, his other hand on the cord, and his feet behind the vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "Press the reclined pedal switch to recline the vacuum."

The 6596X Worker reclines his 6596X vacuum by pressing the reclined pedal switch

Statler: (offscreen) "Press or flip the power switch to turn on the vacuum."

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## Maneuvering The Vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner has a handle that is designed to make maneuvering easier. if it's your first time using your vacuum cleaner, always practice using it."

Rohan Johnson practices using his 82H1 vacuum cleaner

Statler: (offscreen) "To go forward, push the vacuum forward."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum forward

Statler: (offscreen) "To go backward, push the vacuum backward."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum backward

Statler: (offscreen) "To go right, push the vacuum right."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum right

Statler: (offscreen) "To go left, push the vacuum left."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum left

Statler: (offscreen) "To perform a zero turn, push the vacuum in a zero turn where you want it to go."

The 6596X Worker pushes his 6596X vacuum in a zero turn where he wants it to go

## During Operation and Vacuuming

Statler: (offscreen) "Now that your vacuum cleaner is plugged in, you are familiar with the controls, and you have made sure everyone is clear of the vacuuming area, you are ready to start vacuuming."

Rohan Johnson reclines his 82H1 vacuum, starts it up, and begins vacuuming

Statler: (offscreen) "Remember to always be sure that the floors are dry, and there is good artificial light to safely vacuum."

The 6596X Worker is sure that the floors are dry and there is good artificial light safely vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "Always use caution and slow down when making turns to avoid turning too rapidly, and to maintain control of the machine."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and slows down when making turns

Statler: (offscreen) "Use slower speeds when maneuvering around beds, drawers, lamps, desks, or other furniture."

The 35452 Worker uses slower speeds when maneuvering around beds, drawers, lamps, desks, or other furniture

Statler: (offscreen) "A water outdoor hazard such as a pool should never be vacuumed with your upright vacuum cleaner or any other vacuuming equipment. that can cause you to get an electric shock, and if you're too close, you can fall into the water. use a pool cleaner instead."

A picture shows a water outdoor hazard

Statler: (offscreen) "You may press the reclined pedal a second time to allow your machine to lean back further for vacuuming low furniture, but don't let go of the handle while you do so. that can cause the handle to land on your feet, which can get you hurt."

The 6596X Worker presses the reclined pedal a second time to allow his machine to lean back further for vacuuming low furniture

Statler: (offscreen) "Be very careful around fitness equipment and watch out for people who may be exercising. if you bump into any fitness equipment, you can hurt yourself."

The 35452 Worker is very careful around fitness equipment and watches out for people who may be exercising

Statler: (offscreen) "Always adjust the height adjustment to the bare floor setting before vacuuming bare floors."

The 6596X Worker adjusts the height adjustment to the bare floor setting before vacuuming bare floors

Statler: (offscreen) "You should never vacuum in reverse unless absolutely necessary. if you have absolutely no choice but to vacuum in reverse, always look down and behind you to be sure it's safe to back up."

The 35452 Worker stops vacuuming, looks down and behind him to be sure no one is behind him

Statler: (offscreen) "Watch out for people who may enter the vacuuming area while vacuuming. debris can fly out of the dirt container or the vacuum bag. do not vacuum when are near, nobody should get closer than about 4 feet. if someone enters the vacuuming area, stop vacuuming and wait until the bystanders leave the area."

Rohan Johnson stops vacuuming, waves a person through who passes him by, then resumes vacuuming

Statler: (offscreen) "Never eat or drink anything when operating the vacuum cleaner. that can cause the vacuum cleaner a mess."

Text reads: Never eat or drink anything when operating the vacuum cleaner. that can cause the vacuum cleaner a mess

Statler: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming stairs. always stay away from the edge as possible. the vacuum cleaner can rollover which can cause serious injuries and possibly vacuuming damage."

Rohan Johnson is extremely careful when vacuuming stairs

Statler: (offscreen) "Be mindful of open doors that have access to bedrooms or conference rooms that may be open while vacuuming hallways. the vacuum cleaner is noisy, and the noise of the vacuum cleaner can frighten people."

The 35452 Worker is mindful of open doors that have access to bedrooms or conference rooms that may be open while vacuuming hallways

Statler: (offscreen) "Be very careful when vacuuming near elevators. both the operator and the vacuum cleaner can be seriously injured if you go over the elevator shaft, and your vacuum cleaner can be damaged."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when vacuuming near elevators

Statler: (offscreen) "If your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner gets stuck on a tablecloth, never try to get it unstuck with the vacuum cleaner running. stop the vacuum cleaner first, and then get the tablecloths unstuck."

Rohan Johnson makes sure his 82H1 vacuum cleaner gets stuck on the table

Statler: (offscreen) "For your safety, always face the vacuum cleaner away from windows. the rotating brushroll can cause damage to the glass."

The 6596X Worker faces the 6596X vacuum cleaner away from windows

Statler: (offscreen) "Slow down and use extreme caution when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects that may block your vision."

The 6596X Worker slows down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects

Statler: (offscreen) "If you accidentally hit an object, stop vacuuming, turn off the vacuum, and unplug it before inspecting anything for damage."

Rohan Johnson stops vacuuming, turns off the vacuum, and unplugs it before inspecting anything for damage

Statler: (offscreen) "Never point the brushroll at people, windows, walls, or doors."

The 6596X Worker points the brushroll away from people, windows, walls, or doors

Statler: (offscreen) "Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating brushroll and all other rotating parts. the rotating brushroll is extremely sharp, and can cause serious injuries or death."

Rohan Johnson keeps his hands and feet away from the rotating brushroll and all other rotating parts

Statler: (offscreen) "Do not run the vacuum outdoors or in spaces without ventilation. exhaust filters are hazardous, and contain carbon monoxide that can cause serious injuries or death."

The 6596X Worker runs his 6596X vacuum indoors

Statler: (offscreen) "Never carry passengers. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is a one person vacuum cleaner only. passengers can fall off and into the spinning brushroll and be injured or killed."

The 6596X Worker uses his 6596X vacuum cleaner as a one person vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "If you need to leave the vacuum cleaner, always turn off and unplug the vacuum. remember, never leave your running vacuum cleaner unattended."

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs the 82H1 vacuum

## Above Floor Cleaning

Statler: (offscreen) "Above floor cleaning can be very dangerous if on board tools are not used properly. they are extremely powerful. never put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning. if you're not sure how to do above floor cleaning properly, don't do it."

The 35452 Worker does above floor cleaning properly

Statler: (offscreen) "Always do above floor cleaning carefully and always use on board tools, not an upright vacuum."

The 6596X Worker does above floor cleaning carefully and uses on board tools

Statler: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming beds. sometimes on board tools can be caught by the blankets. never try to get the blankets unstuck when the vacuum cleaner is running. turn off the vacuum cleaner before trying to get the blankets unstuck."

Rohan Johnson is extremely careful when vacuuming beds

Statler: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution when doing above floor cleaning on lamps. if on board tools get too close to the lamps, you can severely burn yourself."

The 35452 Worker uses extreme caution when doing above floor cleaning on lamps

Statler: (offscreen) "Do not try to vacuum windows when doing above floor cleaning. you can scrape them and leave prints or scrapes over them."

Rohan Johnson doesn't try to vacuum windows when doing above floor cleaning

Statler: (offscreen) "Be very careful when vacuuming candles. if on board tools touch a lit candle, you can burn it, which can cause less or no power."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when vacuuming candles

Statler: (offscreen) "Never start or stop suddenly when doing above floor cleaning. if you have to turn when doing above floor cleaning, always tilt the vacuum forward."

Rohan Johnson avoids starting or stopping suddenly when doing above floor cleaning

Statler: (offscreen) "Do not try to do above floor cleaning on wet surfaces. if on board tools lose traction take them off of the hose and put them back on the vacuum."

The 35452 Worker does above floor cleaning on dry surfaces

Statler: (offscreen) "Never try to stabilize or balance the vacuum by putting a foot on the baseplate."

Rohan Johnson doesn't try to stabilize or balance the vacuum by putting a foot on the baseplate

Statler: (offscreen) "As we mentioned earlier, it's safer to stay away from pools, stairs, or elevators. the vacuum cleaner can go over the edge, causing serious injuries or death. use a dust buster or a stick vacuum in these areas."

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## Transporting The Vacuum

Statler: (offscreen) "If you need to transport your vacuum cleaner on a trailer, be sure that the trailer is hitched to your vehicle. use a trailer width of the machine of your vacuum cleaner. use a single full width ramp rather than 2 narrow ramps. the vacuum cleaner has 2 front wheels that can go off the edge of the ramp and cause a rollover."

A picture shows a heavy duty trailer and a single full width ramp

Statler: (offscreen) "When loading the vacuum cleaner on a trailer, go forward up the ramp."

Rohan Johnson goes forward up the ramp as he loads his 82H1 vacuum on a trailer

Statler: (offscreen) "When unloading the vacuum cleaner from a trailer, go backward down the ramp."

Rohan Johnson goes backward down the ramp as he loads his 82H1 vacuum from a trailer

Statler: (offscreen) "Never try to reach under the brushroll as you load or unload your vacuum, even when the brushroll is turned off"

The 6596X Worker avoids reaching under the brushroll, even when the brushroll is turned off

Statler: (offscreen) "Always secure your vacuum cleaners to the trailer with straps, cables, or other D.O.T approved attachments."

The 6596X Worker, Rohan Johnson, and The 35452 Worker secure their vacuum cleaners to the trailer

## Maintenance and Storage

Statler: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner has an operator's manual that has maintenance and storage procedures. always read your operator's manual for more information about maintenance and storage."

A picture shows an operator's manual with maintenance and storage procedures

Statler: (offscreen) "Never try to make any adjustments to the vacuum unless it's turned off and unplugged."

The 35452 Worker turns off and unplugs his 35452 vacuum before making adjustments

Statler: (offscreen) "Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight, and in proper working condition."

The 35452 Worker keeps all nuts, bolts, and screws tight, and in proper working condition

Statler: (offscreen) "The headlight from the vacuum cleaner can be dangerous. always turn off and unplug before checking the headlight."

A picture shows a headlight

Statler: (offscreen) "The hepa-exhaust filter and the hepa-media filter is not washable and must be replaced when dirty."

A picture shows a hepa-exhaust filter and a hepa-media filter

Statler: (offscreen) "To clear clogs in the hose, use a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in the hose. do not use sharp objects such as clothes hangers as they may puncture the hose."

The 6596X Worker uses a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in the hose

Statler: (offscreen) "To empty the dirt container, slide the dirt container lever to the unlocked position, pull the dirt container up and away from the vacuum cleaner, and empty it over a trash bin."

Rohan Johnson slides the dirt container lever to the unlocked position, pulls the dirt container up and away from the vacuum cleaner, and empties it over a trash bin

Statler: (offscreen) "Do not try to reuse a vacuum bag by trying to cut open the vacuum bag. always throw away the vacuum bag and replace it with a new one."

The 35452 Worker replaces the old vacuum bag with a new one

Statler: (offscreen) "Never tamper with safety devices and replace safety shields that were removed for service."

A picture shows safety devices and safety shields

Statler: (offscreen) "The brushroll is sharp, so always wear gloves or wrap the brushroll and use extra caution when servicing the brushroll. always sharpen or replace the brushroll. do not try to straighten or weld the brushroll."

Rohan Johnson wears gloves and uses extra caution when servicing the brushroll

Statler: (offscreen) "After each use, remove all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires. always be sure that the vacuum is turned off and unplugged. do not use a high pressure washer or a steam cleaner. if the vacuum cleaner has been running and is hot, let it cool down before you clean it."

The 6596X Worker removes all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires

Statler: (offscreen) "Never store the vacuum cleaner near any type of open flames or sparks."

The 6596X Worker stores his 6596X vacuum away from any type of open flames or sparks

## Conclusion

Statler: (offscreen) "Bissell upright vacuum cleaners clean up bare floors, floors, and carpets. if they are used properly, your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner will give you years of safe operation. if you have any questions. consult your owner's manual."

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