Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown, an IHG Hotel: Bissell 6596X, 35933, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown, an IHG Hotel Presents***

***Bissell 6596X, 35933, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety***

***with Waldorf***

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Thank you for purchasing a Bissell upright vacuum cleaner, and for taking time to watch this important safety video. your safety and the safety of you and others is important. you will learn how to start, operating, and maintain your vacuum cleaner. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is designed for floors, bare floors, and carpets, but never use it as a toy, or a recreational vehicle. everyone who uses the machine must always be physically capable of handling it. only mature, responsible adults who can do so safely, never a child. it may look harmless, but this machine can be dangerous if you and others are not used properly. operators must always be aware of what is going on around them. one careless mistake may cause serious injury, or even be fatal. this video will help you learn how to use your vacuum cleaner properly, and safely. but please be sure to read and understand your entire operator's manual."

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## Before Operation

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Before anyone operates this machine, always have the operator's manual handy, and review the safety and operation with any new operators before they vacuum."

The 6596X Worker has the operator's manual handy, and reviews the safety and operation with any new operators before they vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Point out the safety labels on the vacuum, and be sure they understand them."

A picture shows safety labels on the vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Make sure they are familiar with the vacuum's controls and operation, and understand the safety instructions."

The 6596X Worker is familiar with the vacuum's controls and operation

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Before you vacuum any area, always look over the vacuuming area and pick up any objects such as glasses, forks, plates, napkins, or other objects. the brushroll rotates at a very high speed, and can quickly pick up items, and suck them into the dirt container, or the vacuum bag."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "It's a good idea to close windows that can cause the vacuum to go over the edge, and be dropped onto the footpath, or the road, causing vacuum cleaner damage."

The 35452 Worker closes windows that can cause the 35452 vacuum to go over the edge

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never operate vacuuming equipment without the brushroll cover, or other safety devices in place and working. they reduce the possibility that a picked up object will cause injury."

Text reads: Never operate vacuuming equipment without the brushroll cover, or other safety devices in place and working.

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with a height adjustment that adjusts from 1 to 5 on the 6596X, and from 1 to 7 on the 35933, and 35452 vacuum. never operate with it in the incorrect position as it can cause the vacuum to stop picking up dirt effectively."

A picture shows a height adjustment. then, it cuts to The 35452 Worker who operates the 35452 vacuum in the correct position

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Wear the proper type of clothing and safety equipment for vacuuming as outlined in your operator's manual."

Text reads: Wear the proper type of clothing and safety equipment for vacuuming as outlined in your operator's manual.

## Keeping Children Safe

Waldorf: (offscreen) "According to the US consumer product safety commission statistics, 800 children are run over by by vacuum cleaners each year. vacuum cleaner accidents are the most common cause of major limb loss for children under age 10, and 1 in 5 of those killed in vacuuming related accidents are children."

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Waldorf: (offscreen) "Upright vacuum cleaners look like fun to children. they are often attracted to vacuums and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member."

The 6596X Worker vacuums without any children entering the area

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be alert to the presence of children. do not vacuum when children are around."

The 35452 Worker is alert to the presence of children. he vacuums without any children around

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Keep children under the watchful eye of an adult while you vacuum. never assume that children will remain where you last saw them."

A video shows 1 parent getting 2 children out of the vacuuming area

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never carry children on the vacuum, even if the brushroll is not running, and never put them on top of the brushroll cover that is in front of the vacuum cleaner."

Text reads: Never carry children on the vacuum, even if the brushroll is not running. then, text appears and reads: Never put them on top of the brushroll cover that is in front of the vacuum cleaner

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this machine. local regulations may restrict the age of the operator."

Text reads: Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this machine. local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

## Plugging In

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always use caution when plugging in your vacuum. the outlet is extremely electricable, and vapors can be explosive. all it takes to create a violent explosion is a source of ignition, like a spark from a cigarette, or a hot exhaust pipe."

The 35452 Worker uses caution when plugging in his 35452 vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other potential sources of ignition before handling the plug."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Static electric discharges can ignite the plug in a grounded outlet."

Text reads: Static electric discharges can ignite the plug in a grounded outlet

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always place the plug on the floors while plugging in your vacuum. not on the trailer."

Text reads: Always place the plug on the floors while plugging in your vacuum.

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always plug in the vacuum indoors to ensure adequate ventilation."

The 35452 Worker plugs in his 35452 vacuum indoors

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never attempt to plug in the vacuum cleaner while the motor is hot. if you need to replug in your vacuum cleaner, shut the machine off and let it cool down before replugging in your machine."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always be careful when plugging in your vacuum cleaner near a lightbulb. if the plug comes too close to a lightbulb that is turned on and touches it, you can severely burn yourself."

The 6596X Worker is careful when plugging in his 6596X vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "If you spill dirt near the machine, push the vacuum away from the spill. do not start the vacuum. clean up spilled dirt immediately, and avoid creating any potential sources of ignition until vapors have dissipated."

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## Pre-Starting Procedures

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

A picture shows pre-starting procedures

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never operate the vacuum cleaner without the brushroll cover, the headlight cover, the headlight, the hepa-exhaust filter, the hepa media filter, the pre-motor filter, the vacuum bag, the vacuum bag door cover, or the hose in place and working properly."

Text reads: Never operate the vacuum cleaner without the brushroll cover, the headlight cover, the headlight, the hepa-exhaust filter, the hepa media filter, the pre-motor filter, the vacuum bag, the vacuum bag door cover, or the hose in place and working properly

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell 35933 Cleanview Powertrak Plus 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 filter. 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 bag."

A picture shows a clean carpet sensor, and a bag change indicator

## Safety Interlock System

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

A picture shows a safety interlock system

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never tamper with a safety interlock system. it's designed to protect you from serious injuries or death."

Text reads: Never tamper with a safety interlock system. it's designed to protect you from serious injuries or death

Waldorf: (offscreen) "To be sure the safety interlock system is working properly, 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 stop, the brushroll should stop rotating, and the headlight should go out."

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

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

## Starting The Vacuum

Waldorf: (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

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

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

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

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## Maneuvering The Vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "You accelerate, maneuver, and steer the vacuum cleaner by using the handle. always practice using the vacuum cleaner in a open, well ventilated area to become familiar with it."

Rohan Johnson practices using his 35933 vacuum cleaner in a open, well ventilated area to become familiar with it

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum forward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum backward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum right

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum left

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 35933 vacuum in a zero turn where he wants it to go

## During Operation and Vacuuming

Waldorf: (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 vacuum, press or flip the power switch to turn on the vacuum, and then push the vacuum forward to begin vacuuming."

Rohan Johnson reclines his 35933 vacuum, starts it up by flipping the power switch to the on position, and begins vacuuming

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, always clear the area of all people and pets. make sure children stay under supervision while you are vacuuming."

A video shows 1 parent and 2 children getting out of the vacuuming area

Waldorf: (offscreen) "While vacuuming, always use caution and slow down when making turns to avoid turning too rapidly, and to maintain control of the machine."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and slows down when making turns to avoid turning too rapidly, and to maintain control of the machine

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always use slower speeds when maneuvering around beds, chairs, tables, desks, or other furniture."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be very careful when using your upright vacuum cleaner near drop-offs. the glass gates have reflection to keep the vacuum cleaner from going over the edge."

Rohan Johnson is very careful when using his 35933 vacuum cleaner near drop-offs

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be extra careful when vacuuming bare floors, and be sure to adjust the height adjustment to the bare floor setting before vacuuming bare floors."

The 6596X Worker is extra careful when vacuuming bare floors, and adjusts the height adjustment to the bare floor setting before vacuuming bare floors."

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always be aware of anyone who may come into the vacuuming area while vacuuming. if anyone comes into the vacuuming area, stop vacuuming and wait until the bystanders leave the area."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be aware of elevators that may cause a tip-over. the elevators doors are designed to protect you from serious injuries, and keep the vacuum cleaner from going over the edge."

The 6596X Worker is aware of elevators that may cause a tip-over

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never vacuum in reverse unless absolutely necessary. if you need to vacuum in reverse, always look down and behind you to be sure it's safe to back up."

The 35452 Worker avoids vacuuming in reverse unless absolutely necessary. he looks down and behind him to be sure it's safe to back up

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never remove the lower hose while vacuuming, and always vacuum with the hose connected to the lower hose to reduce the chance of thrown dirt."

Rohan Johnson vacuums with the hose connected to the lower hose

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be aware of the direction you are pointing the brushroll at. never point it people, windows, walls, or doors."

The 6596X Worker is aware of the direction the direction he is pointing the brushroll at

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Slow down when approaching blind corners or dark places to make sure there are no people or objects in your area before proceeding."

Rohan Johnson slows down when approaching blind corners or dark places to make sure there are no people or objects in his area before proceeding

Waldorf: (offscreen) "If you hit an object or you feel an abnormal vibration occurs 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 it before inspecting anything for damage

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Vacuum your floor only when it's dry. it can be difficult to maintain safe traction on wet floors."

The 6596X Worker vacuums dry floors

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always 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."

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

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

Rohan Johnson runs his 35933 vacuum cleaner outdoors or in areas without good ventilation

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never carry passengers on the vacuum. your vacuum cleaner is meant to be used by a one person vacuum only."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "If you need to leave the vacuum, always turn off and unplug the vacuum."

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs his 35933 vacuum

## Above Floor Cleaning

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Rollover and loss of control of accidents when doing above floor cleaning are a major cause of vacuuming injuries and deaths each year. do not put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning."

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Waldorf: (offscreen) "Become proficient in using the vacuum cleaner before doing above floor cleaning."

Text reads: Become proficient in using the vacuum cleaner before doing above floor cleaning

Waldorf: (offscreen) "If you feel uneasy doing above floor cleaning, don't do it."

Text reads: If you feel uneasy doing above floor cleaning, don't do it.

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Some furniture as simply too high to do above floor cleaning with your upright vacuum."

Text reads: Some furniture as simply too high to do above floor cleaning with your upright vacuum

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

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming beds. sometimes on board tools can be caught on blankets. never try to get the blankets unstuck while the vacuum is running. stop the vacuum, then get the blanket unstuck."

The 6596X Worker is extremely careful when vacuuming beds

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always use caution when vacuuming lamps. you don't want on board tools to be caught by the lightbulb, causing burns to yourself and others."

The 35452 Worker uses caution when vacuuming lamps

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be very careful not to scrape windows with on board tools. it cannot only damage them, but it can also leave scrape marks all other them."

The 6596X Worker is very care not to scrape windows

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always use caution when vacuuming flowers and always take it slow."

The 6596X Worker uses caution when vacuuming flowers and takes it slow

Waldorf: (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 cleaner forward."

The 6596X Worker avoids starting or stopping suddenly when doing above floor cleaning

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not do above floor cleaning when surfaces are wet to avoid losing traction."

The 35452 Worker does above floor cleaning on dry surfaces

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

Text reads: If on board tools lose traction, take them off of the hose and put them back on the vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Maintain a safe distance between you and the vacuum cleaner away from stairways, elevators, or any other type of hazards on your property. use a dust buster or a stick vacuum in these areas."

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## Transporting The Vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Here are some tips to transport your vacuum cleaner safely on a trailer, use a trailer with sides, and a full width ramp that's at least as wide as your vacuum cleaner. machine wheels can slip off the edge, causing the machine to tip-over."

A picture shows a trailer with sides, and a full width ramp

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

Rohan Johnson loads his 35933 vacuum cleaner on a trailer

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

Rohan Johnson unloads his 35933 vacuum cleaner from a trailer

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never reach under the brushroll as you load or unload your machine, even if the brushroll is shut off."

The 6596X Worker reaches under the brushroll as he loads or unloads his machine

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Secure your vacuum cleaners to the trailer with straps, cables, or 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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with an operator's manual that has maintenance and storage procedures listed in your operator's manual. always consult your operator's manual for more information."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never 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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always check the vacuum belt to be sure it's not cracked, loose, or damaged."

The 6596X Worker checks the vacuum belt to be sure it's not cracked, loose, or damaged

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not try to clear clogs in the hose while the vacuum is running. always turn off and unplug the vacuum before doing so. always 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."

Rohan Johnson uses a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in the hose

Waldorf: (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."

The 6596X Worker 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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never attempt 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 doesn't attempt to reuse a vacuum bag by trying to cut open the vacuum bag

Waldorf: (offscreen) "The hepa exhaust filter, the pre-motor filter, and the hepa media filter is not washable and must be replaced when dirty."

A picture shows the hepa exhaust filter, the pre-motor filter, and the hepa media filter

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always turn off and unplug the vacuum before checking the headlight."

A picture shows a headlight

Waldorf: (offscreen) "The brushroll is sharp, so always wear gloves when removing or installing it. never attempt to straighten the brushroll that is bent. always replace it with a new one."

The 6596X Worker wears gloves when removing the brushroll

Waldorf: (offscreen) "After every use, remove all dirt and debris off the vacuum cleaner. clean debris off the vacuum, motor, and the hose. dirt and debris can catch fire."

The 35452 Worker removes all dirt and debris off the vacuum cleaner

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not park your vacuum cleaner near open flames or sparks."

Text reads: Do not park your vacuum cleaner near open flames or sparks

## Conclusion

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Bissell upright vacuum cleaners are meant to be used for cleaning up floors, bare floors, and carpets. always consult your operator's manual for more information."

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