Aloft New Orleans Downtown: Bissell 6596Q, 82H1, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Aloft New Orleans Downtown Presents***

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

***with Walter***

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing your first Bissell upright vacuum cleaner. we appreciate you taking your time to watch this important safety video. your safety of you and others is 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 properly according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. if your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is used incorrectly, 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 to read your operator's manual before operating your vacuum cleaner."

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## Before Operation

Walter: (offscreen) "Before you begin operating your vacuum cleaner, always be sure to have your operator's manual, and make sure the safety labels are listed on the machine."

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

Walter: (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

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

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

Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Before you begin vacuuming, always look over the vacuuming area and pick up anything such as napkins, forks, knives, spoons, pieces of glass, or other objects. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner has a brushroll that rotates very fast that can cause anything 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

Walter: (offscreen) "You should always be sure that windows are closed 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Always wear your proper 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Always 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

Walter: (offscreen) "According to the US product safety commission statistics, an estimated 36,000 people have been injured or killed by rotating brushrolls of vacuum cleaners each year. as a result, they've been taken to the US hospitals because of vacuuming injuries. they include a loss of a hand, foot, or even death. vacuum cleaner accidents are the most common causes of loss for children under age 10. children are often attracted to vacuum cleaners and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member."

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Walter: (offscreen) "Before you begin operating your vacuum cleaner, always be sure the area is clear of children. do not vacuum when children are present."

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Keep children out of the vacuuming, 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 away from the vacuum cleaner, and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult, other than the operator

Walter: (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.

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

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the vacuum cleaner, or be in the area while vacuuming."

Text reads: Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the vacuum cleaner, or be in the area while vacuuming.

## Plugging In

Walter: (offscreen) "Always 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

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

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Never plug in the vacuum cleaner outdoors. the outlet is extremely electricable, and the shock can be dangerous."

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 82H1 vacuum cleaner indoors

Walter: (offscreen) "Also, do not 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

Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Keep all hot objects such as cigarettes, cigars, and open flames away from the outlet while plugging in your vacuum cleaner. that can cause an explosion, which can cause severe injuries to yourself, and others if you're not careful."

A picture shows hot objects

Walter: (offscreen) "Keep your fingers away from the plugs while plugging in your vacuum. putting your fingers in can result in an electric shock."

The 6596Q Worker keeps his hands away from the plug while plugging in his 6596Q vacuum

Walter: (offscreen) "If you happen to 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

Walter: (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

Walter: (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.

Walter: (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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Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, let's go over some pre-starting procedures."

A picture shows pre-starting procedures

Walter: (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.

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

A picture shows a height adjustment

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without safety shields in place and working properly."

A picture shows safety shields

## Starting The Vacuum

Walter: (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

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

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

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

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## Maneuvering The Vacuum

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

Rohan Johnson practices using his 82H1 vacuum cleaner

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum forward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum backward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum right

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 82H1 vacuum left

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

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

## During Operation and Vacuuming

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

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

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

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

Walter: (offscreen) "However, outdoor pools, or any pool furniture should never be used by a vacuum cleaner or any other vacuuming equipment. it is extremely dangerous and can cause an electric shock if both the operator and the vacuum cleaner drop into the water. do not try to vacuum in or around the pool with your upright vacuum cleaner or any other vacuuming equipment. instead, use a pool cleaner."

A picture shows a pool

Walter: (offscreen) "Use caution and slow down when making turns to avoid serious injuries or death from a rollover and to maintain control of the machine."

The 35452 Worker reduces his speed when making turns

Walter: (offscreen) "Use slower speeds when maneuvering around benches, desks, chairs, beds, drawers, or other furniture."

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

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

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

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

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

Walter: (offscreen) "For safety, always face the vacuum cleaner away from glass. don't put a vacuum cleaner too close to them. you can cause windows to break easily."

Rohan Johnson faces his 82H1 vacuum cleaner away from glass

Walter: (offscreen) "Watch out for anyone who may be exercising when vacuuming fitness centers and be very careful of fitness equipment. people may not know what you're doing, and you can bump into any fitness equipment and hurt yourself."

The 35452 Worker watches out for anyone who may be exercising when vacuuming fitness centers and is very careful of fitness equipment

Walter: (offscreen) "Be very careful of elevators and don't get too close to the edge. the operator can be seriously injured if a fall occurs, and the vacuum cleaner can be damaged."

The 6596Q Worker is very careful of elevators and doesn't get too close to the edge

Walter: (offscreen) "If the vacuum cleaner gets stuck on a tablecloth, never try to get it unstuck with the vacuum running. stop the vacuum cleaner, and then get the tablecloths unstuck before trying to resume operation."

Rohan Johnson makes sure his 82H1 vacuum cleaner doesn't get stuck on a tablecloth while vacuuming

Walter: (offscreen) "Be alert to anyone who may be in the area while vacuuming. do not vacuum when people are near or in the area. anyone should never get closer than about 4 feet. debris can fly out of the dirt container or the vacuum bag. if anyone enters the vacuuming area, stop vacuuming and do not resume until the bystanders leave the area. never push or shove anyone who are trying to get past through you."

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not eat or drink anything while operating the vacuum cleaner. that can cause a mess if you spill something on the vacuum cleaner."

Text reads: Do not eat or drink anything while operating the vacuum cleaner. that can cause a mess if you spill something on the vacuum cleaner.

Walter: (offscreen) "Be very careful when vacuuming around or under a pool table. keep clear of anyone who are using a pool table."

Text reads: Be very careful when vacuuming around or under a pool table. keep clear of anyone who are using a pool table.

Walter: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming near steps and don't put an upright vacuum cleaner too close to the edge. a rollover can occur, which can cause serious injuries, and vacuum damage."

The 6596Q Worker is extremely careful when vacuuming near steps and doesn't put an upright vacuum cleaner too close to the edge

Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Be mindful of open doors that have access to bedrooms, conference rooms, or business rooms. the noise of the vacuum cleaner can frighten people, especially when they're trying to take a nap."

The 35452 Worker is mindful of open doors that have access to bedrooms, conference rooms, or business rooms

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

The 6596Q Worker uses caution slows down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects

Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not point the brushroll at people, windows, walls, or doors."

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

Walter: (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

Walter: (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 6596Q Worker runs his 6596Q vacuum indoors

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not carry passengers. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is a one person vacuum only. passengers can fall off the vacuum cleaner and into the spinning brushroll, which can cause them to be injured or killed."

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

Walter: (offscreen) "If you have to leave the vacuum cleaner, always turn off and unplug the vacuum. remember, do not leave your running vacuum cleaner unattended."

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs the 82H1 vacuum

## Above Floor Cleaning

Walter: (offscreen) "Above floor cleaning can be extremely dangerous. on board tools are very powerful and can be very dangerous if on board tools are used incorrectly. 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 properly

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

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming beds. sometimes on board tools can be caught by the blankets. do not 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Use 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not try to vacuum windows when doing above floor cleaning. you cannot only damage them, but you can also leave prints and scrapes all over the windows."

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Be very careful not to force the vase when doing above floor cleaning. do so slowly and carefully."

The 35452 Worker is very careful not to force the vase when doing above floor cleaning

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Never 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not 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

Walter: (offscreen) "Vacuuming near pools, elevators, and drop-offs can be very dangerous. always stay at least 2 vacuuming paths away from the hazards. use a dust buster or a stick vacuum in these areas."

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## Transporting The Vacuum

Walter: (offscreen) "You need to be very careful when transporting the vacuum cleaner. always be sure to use a trailer width of the machine 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 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

Walter: (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

Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not reach under the brushroll as you load or unload your vacuum, even when the brushroll is turned off"

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

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

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

## Maintenance and Storage

Walter: (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."

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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not 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

Walter: (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

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

A picture shows a headlight

Walter: (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

Walter: (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 6596Q Worker uses a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in the hose

Walter: (offscreen) "Always unscrew the lower hose by using a screwdriver to clear it."

The 35452 Worker unscrews the lower hose by using a screwdriver to clear it

Walter: (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

Walter: (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

Walter: (offscreen) "Do not tamper with safety devices and replace safety shields that were removed for service."

A picture shows safety devices and safety shields

Walter: (offscreen) "Check the cord for any cracks or damage."

The 6596Q Worker checks the cord for any cracks or damage, but it turns out, they are not

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

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

Walter: (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 6596Q Worker removes all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires

Walter: (offscreen) "Never store the vacuum cleaner where there are any types of open flames or sparks."

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

## Conclusion

Walter: (offscreen) "Bissell upright vacuum cleaners do an excellent job of vacuuming 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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