Benaroya Hall: Bissell 6596X, 21K32, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Benaroya Hall Presents***

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

***with Rowlf***

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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing your very first Bissell upright vacuum cleaner. we appreciate you taking time to watch this important safety video. safety is extremely important to you and others around you. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner does an awesome job of vacuuming floors, floors, bare floors, tiles, and carpets. but according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual, they should be used properly. if they are used improperly, serious injury can occur to you, and others. 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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, 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 6596X Worker has the operator's manual handy, and reviews all of the safety labels that are listed on the machine

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always locate and point out the safety labels on the vacuum cleaner, and any other part of the equipment."

A picture shows the safety labels

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always be sure that operators are familiar with, and understand the controls and features of the machine."

The 6596X Worker is sure that operators are familiar with, and understand the controls

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell 21K32 Cleanview Helix Deluxe Bagless Upright Vacuum has 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 check or clean your filters. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before doing so."

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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, always walk through the vacuuming area, and pick up anything such as spoons, forks, knives, napkins, or other objects. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner has a rotating brushroll that rotates very fast and can cause them to be sucked into the dirt container, or the vacuum bag."

The 35452 Worker walks through the vacuuming area and picks up objects before he starts vacuuming

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always be sure that windows are secured with glass, or closed before you start vacuuming."

The 6596X Worker is sure that windows are secured with glass

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Inspect your vacuum cleaner to be sure that there are no loose, or missing parts. you should also be sure that safety shields and devices are equipment is in place. they are on your machine to protect you, and others."

Rohan Johnson inspects his 21K32 vacuum cleaner to be sure that there are no loose, or missing parts

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always wear your correct clothing and personal protective equipment such as eye protection, ear protection, long pants, and safety shoes or boots. do not wear 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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "You should always be sure that no one, especially children is in the area while vacuuming."

The 6596X Worker is sure that no one, especially children is in the area while vacuuming

## Keeping Children Safe

Rowlf: (offscreen) "According to the US product safety commission statistics, an estimated 36.000 people are treated in the united states as a result of vacuum cleaner injuries. vacuum cleaners are the most common cause of injuries or deaths each year. young children are often attracted to vacuum cleaners and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member. those children are unfortunately runover by vacuum cleaning injuries each year."

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Rowlf: (offscreen) "Before attempting to vacuum any area, always clear the area of children. do not vacuum when children are around."

Rohan Johnson clears the area of children

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

The 6596X Worker keeps all children indoors under the watchful eye of an adult while he vacuums

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Never allow children to ride on the vacuum, even if the brushroll is shut off. they may fall off and be seriously injured, or interfere with safe machine operation."

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

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

The 35452 Worker stays alert and turns off his 35452 vacuum as a child enters the area

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Never allow children under the age of 14 to operate vacuuming equipment."

Text reads: Never allow children under the age of 14 to operate vacuuming equipment

## Plugging In

Rowlf: (offscreen) "You should always use caution and be extremely careful when plugging in your vacuum cleaner. the outlet is extremely electricable, and the vapors are explosive."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and is extremely careful when plugging in his 35452 vacuum

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

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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Do not plug in the vacuum outdoors. electrics from the outlet can be dangerous, so always plug in the vacuum cleaner in a well ventilated area."

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 21K32 vacuum indoors

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Also, do not plug in the vacuum cleaner while the motor is hot. if you need to plug in the vacuum cleaner, shut the vacuum off and let it cool down before replugging it in."

Rohan Johnson shuts his 21K32 vacuum off and lets it cool down before replugging in his 21K32 vacuum

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Keep hot objects such as sparks and open flames away from the outlet away from the vacuum cleaner. an explosion can occur, which can cause serious injuries to yourself and others."

The 35452 Worker keeps hot objects such as sparks and open flames away from the outlet away from the 35452 vacuum cleaner

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Never insert your hands in the plugs, it can cause an electric shock."

The 6596X Worker doesn't insert his hands in the plugs

Rowlf: (offscreen) "If you accidentally spill dirt near the vacuum cleaner, tilt the vacuum forward and push it away from the area where you spilled dirt from. clean up spilled dirt up immediately using a broom, and a pan immediately. do not start the vacuum cleaner near spilled dirt."

The 6596X Worker cleans up spilled dirt up immediately using a broom, and a pan immediately

## Pre-Starting Procedures

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

A picture shows pre-starting procedures before he starts vacuuming

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

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

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

A picture shows a height adjustment

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always be sure that all equipment is in place on the vacuum, and functioning properly."

A picture shows safety shields and all equipment

## Safety Interlock System

Rowlf: (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 it with the power on."

A picture shows a safety interlock system

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

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

Rowlf: (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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Rowlf: (offscreen) "If the safety interlock system does not function properly, do not operate the vacuum cleaner. have an authorized service dealer repair it immediately."

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

## Starting The Vacuum

Rowlf: (offscreen) "To start the vacuum, 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 handle, and his feet behind the vacuum

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

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

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

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## Maneuvering The Vacuum

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a handle that is designed to maneuver your vacuum cleaner. if this is your first time using your vacuum cleaner, always practice maneuvering the vacuum cleaner."

A picture shows a handle

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum forward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum backward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum right

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum left

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 21K32 vacuum in a zero turn where he wants it to go

## During Operation and Vacuuming

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

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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Remember to be 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 is good artificial light to safely vacuum

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Let's first talk about vacuuming the auditorium. the auditorium has a slope, so always use caution and take it slow when vacuuming slopes. don't go too fast and keep your movements slow and steady."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and takes it slow when vacuuming slopes. he doesn't go too fast and keeps his movements slow and steady

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always use caution when going up and down slopes and be careful when facing the vacuum cleaner uphill or downhill. you can slip and fall into the vacuum cleaner, causing serious injuries or death."

The 6596X Worker uses caution when going up and down slopes and is careful when facing the vacuum cleaner uphill or downhill

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Also, if you're vacuuming across slopes. always turn the vacuum cleaner uphill to get better directional control."

Rohan Johnson vacuums across slopes and turns his 21K32 vacuum uphill

Rowlf: (offscreen) "The balcony has a drop-off, so be very aware. the vacuum cleaner can go over the edge, causing the wheel to go over the edge."

Rohan Johnson is aware of the balcony's drop-off

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always use caution and slow down when making turns to maintain control of your vacuum cleaner."

The 35452 Worker uses caution and slows down when making turns

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Use slower speeds when maneuvering around chairs, or other furniture."

The 6596X Worker uses slower speeds when maneuvering around chairs, or other furniture

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always be aware of anyone such as pedestrians, performers, or anyone that may enter the vacuuming area. if someone comes into the vacuuming area, stop vacuuming and wait until the bystanders leave the area."

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

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

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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "If you need to vacuum in reverse, always look down to be sure no one is behind you."

Rohan Johnson looks down to be sure no one is behind him

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming stairs. always stay away from them to prevent the vacuum cleaner from going over the edge."

The 6596X Worker is extremely careful when vacuuming stairs

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Do not vacuum when there is an event going on. always keep the vacuum noise away from them. the noise of the vacuum can bother, or even frighten them. so always be courteous of what you're doing."

Rohan Johnson vacuums without an event

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Remember, the auditorium has a stage. be very careful when vacuuming the stage. the vacuum cleaner can go over the edge, causing the machine to tip-over."

A picture shows an auditorium with a stage

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always slow down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects that may block your vision. you may not see a child behind an obstruction."

The 35452 Worker slows down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects

Rowlf: (offscreen) "If you accidentally hit an object, turn off the vacuum, and unplug it before inspecting anything for damage."

Rohan Johnson turns off his 21K32 vacuum, and unplugs it before inspecting anything for damage

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always point the brushroll away from pipes, spotlights, windows, walls, and curtains."

The 35452 Worker points the brushroll away from pipes, spotlights, windows, walls, and curtains

Rowlf: (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."

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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Only run the vacuum cleaner indoors and in areas with good ventilation. exhaust filters are hazardous, and contain carbon monoxide that can cause serious injuries or death."

Rohan Johnson runs his 21K32 vacuum indoors

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Never carry passengers. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is used by a one person vacuum cleaner 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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "If you need to leave the vacuum cleaner, always turn off the vacuum cleaner."

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs his 21K32 vacuum

## Above Floor Cleaning

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Above floor cleaning can cause serious injuries or death if on board tools are not used properly. they are extremely powerful. never put the vacuum in the reclined position when doing above floor cleaning. if you feel uncomfortable when doing above floor cleaning, don't do it."

Rohan Johnson does above floor cleaning with caution

Rowlf: (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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution when doing above floor cleaning on curtains. do not use a ladder to clean up high curtains."

The 6596X Worker uses extreme caution when doing above floor cleaning on curtains

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Avoid starting or stopping when doing above floor cleaning. if you have to turn move the vacuum cleaner when doing above floor cleaning, always tilt the vacuum cleaner forward."

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

Rowlf: (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 doesn't do above floor cleaning on wet surfaces

Rowlf: (offscreen) "You should always stay away from the hazards such as drop-offs, stairs, escalators, or elevators. the vacuum cleaner can rollover if its wheel goes over the edge. use a dust buster or a stick vacuum in these areas."

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## Transporting The Vacuum

Rowlf: (offscreen) "You must be very careful and use extreme caution when transporting, loading, or unloading the vacuum cleaner. you should always use a heavy duty trailer, and you should be sure that the trailer is 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 with a single full width ramp

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

Rohan Johnson loads his 21K32 vacuum cleaner up the ramp

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

Rohan Johnson loads his 21K32 vacuum cleaner down the ramp

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Always 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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with 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

Rowlf: (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 cleaner before making adjustments to it

Rowlf: (offscreen) "The brushroll cover, the brushroll, and the belt must be placed and not be loose, missing, or damaged."

A picture shows a brushroll cover, the brushroll, and the belt must be placed

Rowlf: (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 the hepa-media filter

Rowlf: (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

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Never 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 throws away the vacuum bag and replaces it with a new one

Rowlf: (offscreen) "To clear clogs in the hose, always turn off, and unplug the vacuum the vacuum cleaner. use a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in it. do not use sharp objects such as clothes hangers as they may puncture the hose."

The 6596X Worker uses a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs in the hose

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

A picture shows a headlight

Rowlf: (offscreen) "The brushroll is sharp. always wear gloves or wrap the brushroll, and use extra caution when servicing it. always sharpen, or weld the brushroll. never try to straighten, or weld the brushroll."

The 35452 Worker wear gloves and uses extra caution when servicing the brushroll

Rowlf: (offscreen) "After every use, remove all dirt and debris from the vacuum cleaner to prevent fires. if the vacuum cleaner has been running and is hot, let it cool down before you clean it. do not use a high pressure washer or a steam cleaner."

Rohan Johnson washes his 21K32 vacuum off

Rowlf: (offscreen) "You should always store the vacuum cleaner where there are no open flames or sparks."

The 35452 Worker stores his 35452 vacuum away from open flames

## Conclusion

Rowlf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner cleans up floors, bare floors, tiles, and carpets. when they are used properly, your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner will give you years of safe machine operation. for more information, always consult your operator's manual."

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