Aloft Philadelphia Downtown: Bissell 6596X, 21K32, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Aloft Philadelphia Downtown Presents***

***Bissell 6596X, 21K32, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety***

***with Janice***

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Thank you for purchasing a Bissell upright vacuum cleaner and for taking time to watch this important safety video. safety is very 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 an extremely 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 around you. this video will show you how to use your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner properly, and safely. please make sure to read and understand your entire operator's manual before operating your vacuum cleaner."

Videos show what Janice describes

## Before Operation

Janice: (offscreen) "Before you start operating your vacuum cleaner, always make sure to read the operator's manual, and review all of the the safety labels that are listed on the machine."

The 6596X Worker reads and understands his operator's manual, and reviews the safety labels that are listed on the machine

Janice: (offscreen) "Always point out and read all of the safety labels on the vacuum cleaner and any other part of the equipment."

A picture shows safety labels on the vacuum cleaner

Janice: (offscreen) "Be sure that all operators are familiar with, and understand the controls and features of the machine."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Your Bissell 21K32 Cleanview Helix Deluxe Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner is equipped with a clean filter indicator that changes from green to red, letting you know 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, letting you know when it's time to change the vacuum bag. do not try to do so while the vacuum is running."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, always look over the vacuuming area and pick up anything such as clipboards, pens, glasses, napkins, straws, pool balls, spoons, forks, knives, or other objects. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner's brushroll rotates extremely fast and can pick up items into the dirt container, or the vacuum bag."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Always make sure that windows are closed that can cause the vacuum cleaner to go over the edge, and be dropped onto the footpath or the road."

The 35452 Worker is sure that windows are closed before he starts vacuuming

Janice: (offscreen) "Always inspect your vacuum cleaner daily to be sure that parts are not loose, secured, or damaged. you should always be sure that safety devices and safety shields are in place. remember that they are on your machine to protect you and others, so don't remove them or alter their position."

The 6596X Worker inspects his 6596X vacuum cleaner to be sure that parts are not loose, secured, or damaged. he is sure that safety devices and safety shields are in place

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

Rohan Johnson wears his correct clothing

Janice: (offscreen) "Most importantly, always be sure that no one is in the area while vacuuming, especially young children."

The 6596X Worker gets 2 parents and 2 children out of the vacuuming area

## Keeping Children Safe

Janice: (offscreen) "According to the US product safety commission statistics, each year, an estimated 36,000 people have been treated in the united states hospitals due to related vacuum cleaner injuries each year. vacuum cleaner accidents are the most common causes of serious injuries or death each year. they include a loss of a hand, foot, or even death. vacuum cleaners have rotating brushroll that caused children to be backed over or runover which is another cause of serious injuries or death. upright vacuum cleaners look like fun to children. they are often attracted to vacuum cleaners and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member."

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Janice: (offscreen) "Before you start operating your vacuum cleaner, always make sure that the area is clear of other children. do not vacuum when children are around."

The 6596X Worker is sure that the area is clear of other people

Janice: (offscreen) "Keep all children out of the vacuuming area and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult while you vacuum. never assume that children will remain where you last saw them."

The 35452 Worker keeps all children out of the vacuuming area under the watchful eye of a responsible adult while he vacuums

Janice: (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.

Janice: (offscreen) "Children who have 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 approaches the area."

The 35452 Worker is alert and turns off his 35452 vacuum as a child approaches the area

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

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

## Plugging In

Janice: (offscreen) "Always use 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 35452 vacuum cleaner

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

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Never plug in the vacuum cleaner outdoors. electrics from the outlet can be extremely dangerous, so always plug in the vacuum cleaner in a well ventilated area."

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 21K32 vacuum indoors

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

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 21K32 vacuum while the motor is cool

Janice: (offscreen) "Be very careful when plugging in your vacuum cleaner near lamps. if the plug come too close to the lightbulb, you can burn the plug."

The 6596X Worker is very careful when plugging in your vacuum cleaner near lamps

Janice: (offscreen) "The same goes for candles."

A picture shows candles

Janice: (offscreen) "Keep all hot objects away from the outlet while plugging in your vacuum cleaner. that can cause an explosion, which can cause serious severe injuries to yourself and others."

A picture shows hot objects

Janice: (offscreen) "Keep your fingers away from the plugs while plugging in your vacuum cleaner. you can potentially shock yourself."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "If you happen to spill dirt near the machine, always tilt the vacuum forward and push it away from the spill. do not start the vacuum near spilled dirt. clean up spilled dirt immediately by using a broom and pan, and avoid creating any potential sources of ignition until the vapors have dissipated."

Rohan Johnson cleans up spilled dirt

## Pre-Starting Procedures

Janice: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, there are some pre-starting procedures that you should follow."

A picture shows pre-starting procedures

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a height adjustment that allows you to adjust the type of floors you are vacuuming."

A picture shows a height adjustment

Janice: (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

Janice: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner comes with safety interlock system that is designed to shut off the vacuum cleaner if the operator unplugs it with the power on."

A picture shows a safety interlock system

Janice: (offscreen) "Do not tamper with the safety interlock system. it's designed to protect you and others from serious injuries or death."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "To make sure the safety interlock system is working properly, be sure to start the vacuum cleaner by pressing or flipping the power switch to the on position. 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 begin to stop, the brushroll should stop rotating, and the headlight should go out."

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Janice: (offscreen) "If the safety system 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 system interlock system doesn't function properly, do not operate the vacuum cleaner, have an authorized service dealer repair it immediately

## Starting The Vacuum

Janice: (offscreen) "To start the vacuum cleaner, always 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

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

The 6596X Worker presses the reclined pedal switch to recline his 6596X vacuum

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

Videos show what Janice describes

## Maneuvering The Vacuum

Janice: (offscreeen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a handle that is designed to make maneuvering easier. if your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is being used for your first time, always practice using the handle."

A picture shows a handle

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum forward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum backward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum right

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum left

Janice: (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 cleaner in a zero turn where he wants it to go

## During Operation and Vacuuming

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

Rohan Johnson reclines his 21K32 vacuum cleaner, starts it up, and begins vacuuming

Janice: (offscreen) "Always make 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 should be good artificial light to safely vacuum

Janice: (offscreen) "Always use extreme caution and slow down when making turns to avoid turning too rapidly and to maintain control of the vacuum cleaner."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and slows down when making turns

Janice: (offscreen) "Always use slower speeds when maneuvering around beds, benches, drawers, desks, or other furniture."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "You may press the reclined pedal a second time to allow your machine to lean back further for cleaning under low furniture, but don't let go of the handle while you do so. this will prevent the handle from landing on your feet."

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

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

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Be very careful when vacuuming near drop-offs. the fence is designed to protect you. never try to climb on top of the fence to clean the other side. you could fall off and be seriously injured."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when vacuuming near drop-offs

Janice: (offscreen) "Also, be extremely careful when vacuuming near stairs and don't get too close to the edge. the vacuum cleaner can rollover if its wheel goes over the edge."

The 6596X Worker is extremely careful when vacuuming near stairs and doesn't get too close to the edge

Janice: (offscreen) "For safety, always face the vacuum cleaner away from glass. be very careful not to let the brushroll come too close to them. you can cause them to break the glass easily."

The 6596X Worker faces his 6596X vacuum cleaner away from glass

Janice: (offscreen) "If your vacuum gets stuck on curtains, never try to get them unstuck with the vacuum cleaner running. stop the vacuum cleaner, and then get them unstuck."

The 6596X Worker makes sure his 6596X vacuum doesn't get stuck on curtains

Janice: (offscreen) "If you must vacuum in reverse, always look down and behind you to be sure it's safe to back up."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "We do not recommend you operating the vacuum cleaner while drinking alcohol, or taking medication, or drugs."

Text reads: Never operate the vacuum cleaner while drinking alcohol, or taking medication, or drugs

Janice: (offscreen) "If you're vacuuming near fitness equipment. be very careful. you may not always see any moving fitness equipment, so always keep an eye out for them."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when vacuuming near fitness equipment

Janice: (offscreen) "Also, do not try to vacuum an outdoor patio with your upright vacuum cleaner or any other vacuuming equipment. that could cause an electric shock."

Text reads: Also, do not try to vacuum an outdoor patio with your upright vacuum cleaner or any other vacuuming equipment

Janice: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming around or under a pool ball. you may not see people using pool sticks, so always be aware of it."

Rohan Johnson is extremely careful when vacuuming around or under a pool ball

Janice: (offscreen) "Be very careful when vacuuming near elevators and don't get too close the edge. a rollover can occur and you could be seriously injured or killed."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when vacuuming near elevators

Janice: (offscreen) "Watch out for anyone who may be in the area while vacuuming. debris can be easily thrown from under the dirt container or the vacuum bag. do not vacuum when people are near. no one should get closer than about 4 feet. if someone enters the vacuuming area, stop vacuuming and do not return until the bystanders leave the area."

The 35452 Worker stops vacuuming, waves a person through who passes him by, then resumes vacuuming

Janice: (offscreen) "Never carry passengers. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is a one person machine only. passengers 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

Janice: (offscreen) "Be aware of open doors that have access to bedrooms, conference rooms, fitness centers, or other rooms when vacuuming hallways. the noise of the vacuum cleaner could scare people who aren't expecting it."

The 35452 Worker is aware of open doors that have access to bedrooms, conference rooms, fitness centers, or other rooms when vacuuming hallways

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

The 35452 Worker uses extreme caution and slows down

Janice: (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 21K32 vacuum, and unplugs it before inspecting anything for damage

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

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

Janice: (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."

The 6596X Worker keeps his hands and feet away from the rotating brushroll and all other rotating parts

Janice: (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 21K32 vacuum indoors

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

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs his 21K32 vacuum cleaner before leaving it

## Above Floor Cleaning

Janice: (offscreen) "Above floor cleaning creates serious injuries or death if on board tools are used incorrectly. they should be used very carefully. never put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning. if you not sure how to do above floor cleaning, do not do it."

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

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when doing above floor cleaning on beds. sometimes be caught by the blankets. never try to get the blanket unstuck with the vacuum running. stop the vacuum cleaner, and then get the blankets unstuck."

The 35452 Worker is very careful when vacuuming beds

Janice: (offscreen) "Always use caution when doing above floor cleaning on lamps. if on board tools come too close to the lightbulb and touches it, you can burn it."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when doing above floor cleaning on lamps

Janice: (offscreen) "Also, be very careful when doing above floor cleaning on candles. don't let on board tools get too close to the candle. that could cause on board tools to burn."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when doing above floor cleaning on candles

Janice: (offscreen) "Never try to do above floor cleaning on windows. you can scratch and leave prints all over them."

Rohan Johnson avoids doing above floor cleaning on windows

Janice: (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."

The 35452 Worker doesn't start or stop suddenly when doing above floor cleaning

Janice: (offscreen) "Never 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 doesn't do above floor cleaning on wet surfaces

Janice: (offscreen) "Again, it's important to stay away from pools, elevators, drop-offs, or stairs. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner and the operator can go over the edge. use a dust buster or a stick vacuum in these areas."

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## Transporting The Vacuum

Janice: (offscreen) "You need to be very careful when transporting the vacuum cleaner on a trailer. always be sure the trailer is hitched to your vehicle. remember that the trailer should be the width of your vacuum cleaner. always use a single full width ramp. do not 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 and a single full width ramp

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

Rohan Johnson loads his 21K32 vacuum on a trailer

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

Rohan Johnson unloads his 21K32 vacuum from a trailer

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

The 35452 Worker doesn't trying to reach under the brushroll as he loads his 35452 vacuum cleaner

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

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

## Maintenance and Storage

Janice: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner comes with an operator's manual that has maintenance and storage procedures. for more information, always consult your owner's manual."

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

Janice: (offscreen) "Do not try 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 to his 35452 vacuum

Janice: (offscreen) "The brushroll cover, the brushroll, and the belt must be installed and in place."

A picture shows the brushroll cover, the brushroll, and the belt

Janice: (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

Janice: (offscreen) "Never try to reuse a vacuum bag by trying to cut open the vacuum bag. always throw away the bag and replace it with a new one."

The 35452 Worker throws away the vacuum bag and replaces it with a new one

Janice: (offscreen) "Do not try to clear clogs in the hose while the vacuum cleaner is running. always turn off and unplug the vacuum before clearing clogs. 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 turns off and unplugs his 6596X vacuum before clearing clogs in the hose. he uses a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in the hose

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

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

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

A picture shows a headlight

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

A picture shows safety devices and safety shields

Janice: (offscreen) "The brushroll is sharp. always wear gloves or wrap the brushroll and use extra caution when servicing them. always sharpen or replace the brushroll with a new one. never try to straighten or weld the brushroll that is bent."

The 6596X Worker wears gloves when servicing the brushroll

Janice: (offscreen) "After every use, remove all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires. always be sure that the vacuum cleaner is turned off when you do so. do not use a high pressure washer or a steam cleaner. also, don't rinse hot surfaces with cold water. 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

Janice: (offscreen) "Never try to store the vacuum cleaner where there are any kinds of open flames or sparks."

The 35452 Worker doesn't try to store the vacuum cleaner where there are any kinds of open flames or sparks

## Conclusion

Janice: (offscreen) "Bissell upright vacuum cleaners clean up floors, bare floors, tiles, or carpets. if your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is used properly, it will give you years of safe machine operation. if you have any questions, always consult your owner's manual."

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