DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego Downtown: Bissell 65856, 35933, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego Downtown Presents***

***Bissell 65856, 35933, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety***

***with Dr. Bunsen Honeydew***

Onscreen, The 65856 Worker, Rohan Johnson, and The 35452 Worker are using their vacuums

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing your first Bissell upright vacuum cleaner, and for taking your time to watch this important safety video. your safety of you and others is important. however, keep it in mind that your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner may differ slightly from your machine. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner does an excellent job of vacuuming floors, bare floors, tiles, and carpets, but like all vacuum cleaners and very power equipment, they are only as safe as the operators. however, if your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner used or maintained improperly, it can be very dangerous. this video will show you how to use your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner properly, and safely, but please be sure to read and understand your entire operator's manual before operating your vacuum cleaner."

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## Before Operation

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Before you begin operating your vacuum cleaner, always be sure that you have your operator's manual handy, and review all of the safety labels that are listed on the machine."

The 65856 Worker has his operator's manual handy, and reviews his safety labels that are listed on the machine

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Locate and read the safety labels on the machine, vacuum, and any other part of the equipment, and be sure to understand the safety labels."

A picture shows safety labels

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always be sure that operators are familiar with, and understand the controls and features on the machine."

The 35452 Worker is familiar with, and understands the controls and features of his machine

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Your Bissell 35933 Cleanview Bagless Powertrak Plus Upright Vacuum is equipped with a clean filter indicator that changes from green to red, taking the work out when it's time to check or clean your filters. your Bissell 35452 Powerglide Platinum Bagged Upright Vacuum is equipped with a bag change indicator that changes from green to red, letting you know when it's time to change the vacuum. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before doing so."

A picture shows a clean filter indicator and a bag change indicator

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Before you start your operation begins of your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner, always take a few minutes to walk through the vacuuming area and pick up anything such as spoons, forks, napkins, or any other objects. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner has an extremely high speed rotating brushroll that could cause items to be sucked into the dirt container, or into the vacuum bag."

Rohan Johnson walks through his vacuuming area before he starts vacuuming

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always close windows that can cause the vacuum cleaner to be dropped onto the road or the footpath."

The 35452 Worker closes windows before he starts vacuuming

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Inspect the vacuum cleaner to make sure that all parts are correctly in place. always be sure that safety shields and all equipment is in place of the vacuum cleaner. remember, don't remove them, or alter their position. they're on your machine to protect you and others."

The 65856 Worker inspects his 65856 vacuum cleaner to make sure that all parts are correctly in place

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always wear the proper type of clothing and personal protective equipment and clothing such as ear protection, eye protection, long pants, and safety shoes and boots. do not wear jewelry or any loose fitting clothing. they can get caught in the vacuum's moving parts, potentially causing serious injuries or death."

Rohan Johnson wears his correct personal protective equipment and clothing

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always be sure that no one is in the area while vacuuming, especially young children."

The 35452 Worker gets 2 people out of the vacuuming area, then resumes vacuuming

## Keeping Children Safe

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "According to the US product safety commission statistics, an estimated 36,000 people are treated in the united states for related vacuum cleaners each year. vacuum cleaning accidents are the most common cause of vacuum cleaning injuries each year. vacuum cleaner accidents are the most common cause of serious injuries or deaths each year. vacuum cleaner accidents include a loss of a hand, foot, or even death. young children are often attracted to vacuum cleaners and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member."

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Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Before you start operating your vacuum cleaner, always clear the area of children. do not vacuum when children or others are around."

Rohan Johnson clears the area of children

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Keep children away from the vacuuming area, and under the watchful eye of an adult while you vacuum. never assume that children will remain where you last saw them."

The 65856 Worker keeps all children indoors under the watchful eye of an adult while he vacuums

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never carry children on the vacuum cleaner, even if the brushroll is turned off. they may fall off and be seriously injured, or interfere with safe machine operation."

Text reads: Never carry children on the vacuum cleaner, even if the brushroll is turned off. they may fall off and be seriously injured, or interfere with safe machine operation.

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Children who have 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 vacuuming area."

Rohan Johnson is alert and turns off his 35933 vacuum as a child approaches the vacuuming area

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Do not allow children under 14 years old to operate the vacuum cleaner, or be in the area while vacuuming."

Text reads: Do not allow children under 14 years old to operate the vacuum cleaner, or be in the area while vacuuming

## Plugging In

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always use extreme caution and concentration when plugging in your vacuum cleaner. the outlet is extremely electricable, and the vapors are explosive."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and concentration when plugging in his 35452 vacuum

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

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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never plug in the vacuum cleaner outdoors. the outlet is extremely electricable, and the vapors are explosive."

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 35933 vacuum indoors

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Also, do not attempt to plug in the vacuum cleaner while the motor is hot. if you're in the middle of a job, and need to replug in the vacuum cleaner, shut the vacuum off, and let it cool down before replugging in your vacuum cleaner."

Rohan Johnson shuts his 35933 vacuum cleaner off and lets it cool down before replugging in his 35933 vacuum

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Be very careful when plugging in the vacuum cleaner near a lamp. if the lightbulb comes too close and touches it, you can severely burn yourself."

The 35452 Worker is very careful when plugging in the vacuum cleaner near a lamp

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Keep all hot objects, including open flames or sparks away from the outlet when plugging in your vacuum cleaner."

The 35452 Worker keeps all hot objects, including open flames or sparks away from the outlet when plugging in his 35452 vacuum

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never insert your hands in the plugs. it can cause an electric shocks."

The 65856 Worker keeps his hands out of the plugs while plugging in his 65856 vacuum

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

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## Pre-Starting Procedures

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Let's go over some pre-starting procedures before you start vacuuming."

A picture shows pre-starting procedures

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the brushroll cover, the headlight, the hepa-exhaust filter, the dirt container, the vacuum bag, or the hose in place and working properly."

Text reads: Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the brushroll cover, the headlight, the hepa-exhaust filter, the dirt container, the vacuum bag, or the hose in place and working properly

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a height adjustment that adjusts from 1 to 5 on the 65856 and from 1 to 7 on the 35933 and 35452 vacuum cleaner."

A picture shows a height adjustment

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never operate the vacuum cleaner without safety shields and devices in place, and working properly."

A picture shows safety shields and devices

## Safety Interlock System

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

A picture shows a safety interlock system

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Do not tamper with the safety interlock system. it is designed to protect you to protect you and others from serious injuries or death."

Text reads: Do not tamper with the safety interlock system. it is designed to protect you to protect you and others from serious injuries or death.

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "To be sure the safety interlock system is working properly, start the vacuum by pressing or flipping the power switch. keep it 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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Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "If the safety interlock system doesn't function properly. do not operate the vacuum cleaner. have an authorized service dealer repair it immediately."

Text reads: If the safety interlock system doesn't function properly. do not operate the vacuum cleaner. have an authorized service dealer repair it immediately

## Starting The Vacuum

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Press the reclined pedal switch to recline the vacuum."

The 65856 Worker presses the reclined pedal switch to recline his 65856 vacuum

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Press or flip the power switch to turn on your vacuum cleaner."

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## Maneuvering The Vacuum

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

A picture shows a handle

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "To go forward, push the vacuum forward."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum forward

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "To go backward, push the vacuum backward."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum backward

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "To go right, push the vacuum right."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum right

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "To go left, push the vacuum left."

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum left

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

The 65856 Worker pushes his 65856 vacuum in a zero turn where he wants it to go

## During Operation and Vacuuming

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Now that your vacuum cleaner is plugged in, you have made sure everyone is clear of the vacuuming area, and you have made sure the safety devices and controls are working properly, you are ready to begin vacuuming."

Rohan Johnson reclines his 35933 vacuum, starts it up, and begins vacuuming

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Remember that the floors should be dry, and there should be good artificial light to safely vacuum."

The 65856 Worker is sure that the floors are dry, and there is good artificial light to safely vacuum

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always use extreme caution and slow down when making turns to maintain control of the machine, and to avoid serious injury or death."

The 35452 Worker uses extreme caution and slows down when making turns

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always use slower speeds when maneuvering around benches, desks, lamps, beds, or other furniture."

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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "You should not put any type of vacuuming equipment outside to vacuum a pool. regardless of safety, do not try to vacuum a pool with your vacuum cleaner or on board tools. that can result in an electric shock."

A picture shows a pool

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

The 65856 Worker adjusts the height adjustment to the bare floor setting before vacuuming bare floors

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "When vacuuming hallways, be aware of anything that might be open such as open doors that leads into bedrooms, business centers, or conference rooms. the noise of the vacuum cleaner might scare people who are not expecting it."

The 35452 Worker is aware of anything that might be open such as open doors that leads into bedrooms, business centers, or conference rooms

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Do not eat or drink anything while operating the vacuum cleaner as it can make the vacuum cleaner a mess if you spill something."

Rohan Johnson uses his 35933 vacuum cleaner without eating or drinking anything

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "You may press the reclined pedal a second time to allow your machine to lean back further for cleaning under low furniture, but please don't let go of the handle while you do so. you could make the vacuum cleaner fall on it's own, causing damage."

The 65856 Worker presses the reclined pedal a second time to allow his machine to lean back further for cleaning under low furniture, but doesn't let go of the handle while he does so

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "If your vacuum cleaner gets stuck on a tablecloth, never try to get it unstuck with the vacuum cleaner running. turn off the vacuum cleaner first, and then get them unstuck with your upright vacuum cleaner."

The 65856 Worker makes sure his 65856 vacuum cleaner doesn't get stuck on a tablecloth

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "For your safety, remember to always face the vacuum cleaner away from windows. don't let a brushroll come too close to them. you could cause the glass to break easily."

The 35452 Worker faces his 35452 vacuum cleaner away from windows

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Always watch out for bystanders that may enter the vacuuming area while vacuuming. don't try to rush through them by going fast while going past them. if someone comes into the vacuuming area, stop vacuuming and do not return to vacuuming until the bystanders leave the area."

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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Elevators are hazardous, so remember to always stay away from them as possible. again, both of the operator and the vacuum cleaner could go over the elevator shaft, which could cause serious injuries."

The 35452 Worker stays away from elevators

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "You should never vacuum in reverse unless absolutely necessary. always look down and behind you to be sure it's safe to back up. be sure that no children are in the area while vacuuming."

The 35452 Worker looks down and behind him to be sure it's safe to back up

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution and slow down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects that may block your vision."

The 65856 Worker uses extreme caution and slows down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects

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

Rohan Johnson stops vacuuming, turns off his 35933 vacuum, and unplugs his 35933 vacuum before inspecting anything for damage

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never point the brushroll at people, windows, walls, lamps, or other objects."

Rohan Johnson points the brushroll away from people, windows, walls, lamps, or other objects

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

The 65857 Worker keeps his hands and feet away from the rotating brushroll and all other rotating parts

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never run the vacuum cleaner outdoors or in areas without good ventilation. exhaust filters are hazardous, and contain carbon monoxide that can cause injuries or death."

Rohan Johnson runs his 35933 vacuum indoors

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Do not carry passengers. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is meant to be used by a one person vacuum cleaner only. they can fall off and into the spinning brushroll and be injured or killed."

The 35452 Worker uses his 35452 vacuum as a one person vacuum

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "If you need to leave the vacuum, always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. remember, do not leave your vacuum cleaner unattended."

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs his 35933 vacuum

## Above Floor Cleaning

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Above floor cleaning is designed for cleaning up furniture such as chairs, lamps, beds, tables, or drawers. however, on board tools can be turned into dangerous tools if they are used incorrectly. a good rule of thumb is to never put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning. if you feel uncomfortable doing above floor cleaning, don't do it."

The 35452 Worker does above floor cleaning carefully

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

Rohan Johnson does above floor cleaning and uses a Turbo Brush tool

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming beds. sometimes the blankets can be caught on on board tools. do not attempt to get them unstuck with the vacuum cleaner running. stop the vacuum cleaner, then get the blankets unstuck."

The 65856 Worker is extremely careful when vacuuming beds

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Vacuuming near lamps require extra caution. if on board tools come too close and touches it, you can accidentally burn yourself."

The 65856 Worker uses extra caution when vacuuming near lamps

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Be very careful not to scrape windows with on board tools. you could damage them and leave prints all over the windows."

Rohan Johnson is very careful not to scrape windows with on board tools

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

The 35452 Worker avoids starting or stopping suddenly when doing above floor cleaning

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Do not do above floor cleaning on wet surfaces. on board tools can lose traction. if they 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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "As we mentioned earlier, you should always stay away from drop-offs or elevators. again, 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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "You need to be extremely careful while transporting the vacuum cleaner. you should also be sure to use a heavy duty trailer to transport the vacuum cleaner. the trailer should be the width of your vacuum cleaner. use a single full width ramp. do not ever use 2 separate ramps or a narrow single ramp. the vacuum cleaner has 2 separate ramps that can cause the vacuum cleaner to go over the edge."

A picture shows a heavy duty trailer, the trailer that is the width of the vacuum cleaner, and a single full width ramp

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

Rohan Johnson loads his 35933 vacuum on a trailer

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

Rohan Johnson unloads his 35933 vacuum from a trailer

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never attempt to reach under the brushroll as you load or unload vacuum cleaner, even when the brushroll is shut off."

The 65856 Worker doesn't attempt to reach under the brushroll as he loads or unloads his 65856 vacuum cleaner

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

The 65856 Worker, Rohan Johnson, and The 35452 Worker secure their vacuum cleaners to the trailer with straps

## Maintenance and Storage

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

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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never attempt to make any adjustments to the vacuum cleaner unless it's turned off and unplugged."

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

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

A picture shows nuts, bolts, and screws that are tight

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (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, 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, and empties it over a trash bin

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (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

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never try to clear clogs in the hose while the vacuum cleaner is running. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before clearing clogs in the hose. use a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs. do not use sharp objects such as clothes hangers as they may puncture the hose."

The 65856 Worker uses a long, narrow broomstick handle before clearing clogs in the hose

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Your vacuum cleaner has a headlight that can be very dangerous. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before checking the headlight."

A picture shows a headlight

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never tamper with safety devices and replace all safety shields that were removed for service."

A picture shows safety devices and safety shields

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "The brushroll is sharp. always wear gloves or wrap the brushroll and use extra caution when servicing them. never try to straighten or weld the brushrolls that are bent. always replace or sharpen the brushrolls."

The 65856 Worker wears gloves when servicing the brushroll

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "After each use, remove all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before doing so. 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."

Rohan Johnson removes all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: (offscreen) "Never store the vacuum cleaner where are any type of open flames or sparks."

The 35452 Worker stores his 35452 vacuum away from open flames or sparks

## Conclusion

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew: offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner cleans up floors, bare floors, tiles, and carpets. like any other vacuum cleaners, it will give you plenty of years of safe operation if you use it properly. if you have any questions regarding to your vacuum cleaner, always consult your owner's manual for more information."

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