Belle Meade United Methodist Church: Bissell 28B7E Powerforce Bagless Turbo Upright Vacuum Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Belle Meade United Methodist Church Safety Presents***

***Bissell 28B7E Powerforce Bagless Turbo Upright Vacuum Safety***

***with Walter***

Walter: "In this section, we'll show you how to properly operate your Bissell 28B7E Powerforce Bagless Turbo Upright Vacuum. We'll start we'll start at the look of the controls. please keep in mind that the 28B7E controls will be very similar in operation. see your operator's manual for the specific location and operation of controls on your mower."

Videos show what Walter describes

Walter: (offscreen) "On the control console to your left is the foot pedal. also, on the back is the power switch."

Pictures show the 28B7E control consoles

Walter: (offscreen) "On the left is the cord, and cord handle."

Picture shows the 28B7E cord, and cord handle

Walter: (offscreen) "To start the motor, make sure the vacuum is in the upright position."

The 28B7E worker makes sure the vacuum is in the upright position

Walter: (offscreen) "Turn on the vacuum by flipping the power switch to on. when the motor starts, the brushroll will start to rotate immediately. be careful."

The 28B7E worker turns on the vacuum by flipping the power switch to on

Walter: (offscreen) "If the motor does not start, wait 10 seconds, and flip the power switch to on again."

The 28B7E worker makes sure the motor starts

Walter: (offscreen) "Caution, Excessive idling can cause overheating, carbon build-up poor damage, and can damage the motor or transmission."

Text reads: CAUTION: Excessive idling can cause overheating, carbon build-up poor damage, and can damage the motor or transmission.

## Safety Interlock System

Walter: (offscreen) "The 28B7E comes with the safety interlock systems to reduce the chances of injury. with these systems, the motor should only start when the cord is plugged in, and the vacuum is turned off. always check these systems before vacuuming."

Videos show what Walter describes

Walter: (offscreen) "To do this, flip the power switch to on. keep the vacuum in the upright position and unplug it from the outlet, but do not put the cord back on the vacuum. the motor should stop, and the brushroll should stop rotating."

The 28B7E worker does what Walter describes

Walter: (offscreen) "If you find a problem with your interlock system, do not use your vacuum. contact a Bissell troubleshoot and repair your machine."

## Vacuuming The Floor Safely

Walter: (offscreen) "Once all of the recommended daily checks are completed, and you have made sure everyone is clear of the vacuuming area, you are ready to begin vacuuming. to vacuum, recline the handle. flip the power switch to on, and move the vacuum to begin vacuuming."

The 28B7E worker does what Walter describes

Walter: (offscreen) "Children or bystanders may attempt to move or operate an unattended machine. always unplug the vacuum, and wrap the cord before leaving the machine unattended."

Text shows: CAUTION: Children or bystanders may attempt to move or operate an unattended machine. always unplug the vacuum, and wrap the cord before leaving the machine unattended.

## Adjust The Height Of Vacuum

Walter: (offscreen) "You can adjust the height of cut on the 28B7E from 1 to 5."

An animation shows the height of vacuum on 28B7E

Walter: (offscreen) "To adjust the height of vacuum, turn the adjustment knob to the desired setting."

Rohan Johnson does what Walter describes

## Above Floor Cleaning Safely

Walter: (offscreen) "Rollover and loss of control accidents during above floor cleaning are a major cause of deaths of mowing injuries each year. some above floor cleanings are simply too steep to vacuum with your 28B7E vacuum or attachments. if you feel uneasy doing above floor cleaning, don't do it. become proficient at operating the 28B7E vacuum until you become comfortable doing above floor cleaning

The 28B7E worker does what Walter describes

Walter: (offscreen) "Always do above floor cleaning carefully, use on board tools for above floor cleaning."

The 28B7E worker uses his turbo brush tool

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not do above floor cleaning when surfaces are wet to avoid an electric shock."

The 28B7E worker doesn't do above floor cleaning when surfaces are wet to avoid an electric shock

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not vacuum where the machine could slip, tip, or rollover. never start or stop when doing above floor cleaning."

The 28B7E worker doesn't vacuum where the machine could slip, tip, or rollover and doesn't start or stop when doing above floor cleaning

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not use the vacuum when any on board tools are attached to the hose."

The 28B7E worker doesn't use the vacuum when any on board tools are attached to the hose

Walter: (offscreen) "Watch closely for nails, toys, strings, books, or other hidden objects that could cause a loss of control of the vacuum."

The 28B7E worker watches closely for nails, toys, strings, books, or other hidden objects that could cause a loss of control of the vacuum

Walter: (offscreen) "Vacuum in a safe vacuuming pattern. maintain a safe distance that's at least as wide as your vacuum between you and drop-offs on your property. use a dust buster or stick vacuum in these areas."

The 28B7E worker does what Walter describes

Walter: (offscreen) "If you feel uncomfortable, or if you lose traction when doing above floor cleaning, put on board tools back on the vacuum."

Text reads what Walter describes

## Transporting Your Vacuum On A Trailer

Walter: (offscreen) "Here are some tips to help you transport your vacuum safely on a trailer. use a trailer with sides, and a full width loading ramp that's at least 12 inches, or 30 centimeters wider than your vacuum. machine can slip off the ramp, or trailer causing the machine to tip over."

A picture shows a full width ramp

Walter: (offscreen) "With the trailer parked on a level surface, position the vacuum to go up the ramp. with the vacuum height adjustment raised, go forward slowly in a straight line up the trailer ramp. make sure to keep the wheels away from the ramp edges."

The 28B7E worker positions the vacuum to back up the ramp. with the mower deck raised, he turns and looks behind and slowly in a straight line up the trailer ramp, and makes sure to keep the wheels away from the ramp edges

Walter: (offscreen) "When you are positioned on the trailer, lower the height adjustment. fasten the the front and rear of your vacuum to the trailer at both sides of the frame with heavy duty straps, chains or cables. direct the straps down, forward and outward from the machine."

The 28B7E worker lowers the height adjustment. fastens the the front and rear of his vacuum to the trailer at both sides of the frame with heavy duty straps, chains or cables. directs the straps down, forward and outward from the machine

## Conclusion

Walter: (offscreen) "This brings us to the end of this section on vacuuming. always refer to your operator's manual, or contact your Bissell dealer for any additional questions about mowing safety, operation or maintenance. thank you for watching."

Text shows: Refer to your operator's manual, or contact your Bissell dealer for any additional questions about vacuum safety, operation or maintenance