Caesars Superdome: Bissell 6596X, 6596Q, 21K32, and 35452 Operator Safety Training Transcript

## Introduction

***Caesars Superdome Presents***

***Bissell 6596X, 6596Q, 21K32, and 35452 Operator Safety Training***

***with Kermit***

Onscreen, The 6596X Worker, Rohan Johnson, The 21K32 Worker and The 35452 Worker are using their vacuums

Kermit: (offscreen) "This operator safety video provides an overview of the safety features and operating characteristics of Bissell upright vacuums. it is not a substitute for reading, and understanding the complete operator's manual provided with the vacuum. the steering characteristics of the vacuum cleaner are unique. it is important for new operators to practice, and become familiar with the vacuum's operation before vacuuming. always operate the vacuum safely, and be aware of specific terrain, and vacuuming conditions that may affect the handling of the vacuum."

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## Before Operation

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always wear proper clothing when operating vacuuming equipment. this includes appropriate work boots, or shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection. long hair, loose fitting clothing, and jewelry can easily catch, or become tangled in moving parts."

Rohan Johnson wears proper clothing

Kermit: (offscreen) "Make sure that safety shields, and all equipment is in place on the vacuum, and functioning properly."

The 35452 Worker is sure that safety shields, and all equipment is in place on the vacuum, and functioning properly

Kermit: (offscreen) "Become familiar with, and pay careful attention to safety alert systems which appear on the operator's manual, and are positioned on various parts of the machine. these symbols identify important safety messages, that must be followed to avoid accidents, serious injury, or death."

The 6596X Worker is familiar with, and pays careful attention to safety alert systems which appear on the operator's manual, and are positioned on various parts of the machine

## During Operation and Vacuuming

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always operate the vacuum cleaner within the safety zone, knowing the safety zone helps you stay clear of elevators, and other hazards."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "Stay clear of dangers by maintaining a safe distance of at least 2 vacuuming paths of at least 2 vacuum paths from drop-offs, stairways, or elevators. use a stick vacuum, or a dust buster for these areas."

The 6596X Worker does what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Before vacuuming, be sure the area is clear of other people. carefully inspect the area to be vacuumed, and remove any objects that may damage the vacuum, or be picked up, and be sucked into the vacuum bag, and the dirt container."

Rohan Johnson picks up objects

Kermit: (offscreen) "Stop vacuuming if people, or pets enter the area."

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

Kermit: (offscreen) "Be continually aware of the vacuum's direction of discharge, and direct the brushroll away from walls. never allow the brushroll to be directed toward people, or windows with the brushroll running."

The 35452 Worker directs the brushroll away from walls, people, or windows

Kermit: (offscreen) "Upright vacuum cleaners are designed with steering."

The 35452 Worker steers the vacuum

Kermit: (offscreen) "You must exercise caution, and control vacuum speed when turning, even on bare floors."

The 35452 Worker exercises caution, and controls vacuum speed when turning, even on bare floors

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always use on board tools, not an upright vacuum."

Rohan Johnson uses a Dusting Brush tool

Kermit: (offscreen) "Potential loss of traction may vary with conditions, such as wet floors, and the vacuum's speed."

The 35452 Worker is aware that potential loss of traction may occur

Kermit: (offscreen) "Avoid sudden starts when vacuuming on high furniture, because the vacuum may tip backward."

The 21K32 Worker avoids sudden starts when vacuuming on high furniture

Kermit: (offscreen) "Carefully do above floor cleaning, and never put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning."

The 35452 Worker does above floor cleaning carefully, and doesn't put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning

Kermit: (offscreen) "If on board tools lose traction, take them off of the hose, and put them back on the vacuum."

Rohan Johnson makes sure on board tools lose traction

Kermit: (offscreen) "The floor near hazards may be soft, and unstable creating the possibility of a dangerous accident. a minimum of 2 vacuum widths away from such hazards is considered the safety zone."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "Become familiar with the controls before starting the motor, and operating a Bissell upright vacuum."

The 21K32 is familiar with the controls before starting the motor, and operating a Bissell upright vacuum

Kermit: (offscreen) "Practice operating the vacuum on an open area, so you are familiar with steering, and all other operational features. operate at slow speed, until you become familiar with all of the characteristics of the vacuum."

The 35452 Worker does what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Exercise caution when making turns, and carefully control your speed."

The 35452 Worker exercises caution when making turns, and carefully control your speed

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always make sure the vacuum is in the upright position before leaving the vacuum."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "The handle is designed for forward, or reverse of the vacuum."

Rohan Johnson practices using his 6596Q vacuum

Kermit: (offscreen) "Move the vacuum forward to travel forward. move the vacuum backward to move in reverse. moving the vacuum will turn the vacuum in a desired direction."

Rohan Johnson does what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Before leaving the vacuum for any reason, stop the vacuum, turn it off, and unplug it."

A picture shows a 6596Q vacuum turned off, and the cord wrapped

Kermit: (offscreen) "Never operate the vacuum without the vacuum bag, the hepa media filter, the dirt container, or the hose mounted, and in proper working order. if any of these parts is damaged, replace them immediately."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "If a vacuum bag, the hepa media filter, the dirt container, or the hose is not properly mounted in place, operators, and others are exposed to both brushroll contact, and picked up debris at an extreme danger."

The 35452 Worker is sure the vacuum bag, the hepa media filter, and the hose is properly mounted in place

## Maintenance, Storage, and Transport

Kermit: (offscreen) "Vacuum safety extends to proper maintenance, transport, and storage of your Bissell upright vacuum. read the operator's manual, and refer it often for information on care, maintenance, and routine adjustments."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "Use extra caution when plugging the vacuum, and never do so when the vacuum is hot, or the power is on."

The 6596X Worker uses extra caution when plugging the vacuum, and doesn't do so when the vacuum is hot, or the power is on

Kermit: (offscreen) "Only plug in the vacuum indoors, and in a level, open area."

Rohan Johnson plugs in the 6596Q vacuum indoors, and in a level, open area

Kermit: (offscreen) "Allow the vacuum to cool down before adjusting, or servicing the vacuum."

The 35452 Worker allows the vacuum to cool down before adjusting, or servicing the vacuum

Kermit: (offscreen) "Make sure the vacuum is cool, and clean of other debris before parking it in an enclosed trailer. a hot motor can be a fire hazard, especially in an enclosed space."

Rohan Johnson is sure the vacuum is cool, and clean of other debris before parking it in an enclosed trailer

Kermit: (offscreen) "Use only a heavy duty trailer to transport the vacuum. use a single full width ramp that does not exceed a 15 degrees incline. if individual ramps must be used, use enough ramps to create an unbroken ramp services wider than the unit."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "To avoid tipping backward, do not suddenly accelerate while going up a ramp, or suddenly decelerate when backing down a ramp."

The 35452 Worker does what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "When transporting, stop the vacuum, turn it off, unplug it, and wrap the cord. securely fasten your vacuum cleaners to the trailer."

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## Conclusion

Kermit: (offscreen) "Bissell cares about safe operation, stay alert, follow all instructions, and use common sense. with proper use and care, your Bissell upright vacuum will provide years of safe, dependable service."

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