Balboa Theatre: Bissell 65857, 22C12, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety Transcript

## Introduction

***Balboa Theatre Presents***

***Bissell 65857, 22C12, and 35452 Operator's Manual, Operation, and Safety***

***with Waldorf***

Onscreen, The 65857 Worker, Rohan Johnson, and The 35452 Worker are using their vacuums

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner. we appreciate you taking your time to watch this important safety video. your safety and the safety of others is important you and others around you. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner does an excellent job of vacuuming floors, bare floors, tiles, and carpets. but these machines are only as safe as the operator. if your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is used or maintained improperly, serious injury can result into 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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Before you start operating your vacuum cleaner, be sure that you have your operator's manual handy, and review the safety labels that are on the machine, vacuum, and any part of the attachment."

Rohan Johnson has his operator's manual handy, and reviews the safety labels that are on the machine, vacuum, and any part of the attachment

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Always locate and read all of the safety labels on the machine, vacuum, and any other part of the equipment."

A picture shows safety labels

Waldorf: offscreen) "Your Bissell 22C12 Cleanview Helix Select Bagless Upright Vacuum is equipped with a clean filter indicator that changes from green to red, taking the work out when it's time to check or clean your filters. your Bissell 35452 Powerglide Platinum Bagged Upright Vacuum is equipped with a bag change indicator that changes from green to red, letting you know when it's time to change the vacuum. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before doing so."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming, always take a few minutes to walk over the vacuuming area, and pick up anything such as bottles, straws, pieces of glass, napkins, or other objects. your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner has an extremely high speed rotating brushroll that could cause items to be sucked into the dirt container, or into the vacuum bag."

Rohan Johnson walks through his vacuuming area before he starts vacuuming

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

The 35452 Worker closes windows before he starts vacuuming

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

The 65857 Worker inspects his 65857 vacuum cleaner to make sure that all parts are correctly in place

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

Rohan Johnson wears his correct personal protective equipment and clothing

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

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

## Keeping Children Safe

Waldorf: (offscreen) "According to the US product safety commission statistics, an estimated 36.000 people are treated in the united states hospitals for related vacuum cleaner injuries. they are taken the united states hospitals as a result of being injured or killed. they include a loss of a hand, foot, or even death. young children are often attracted to vacuum cleaners and the vacuuming activity, especially if the person vacuuming is a family member."

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Waldorf: (offscreen) "Before you start vacuuming any area, always clear the area of children. do not vacuum when children or others are around."

Rohan Johnson clears the area of children

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

The 65857 Worker keeps all children indoors under the watchful eye of an adult while he vacuums

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not 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: Do not 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.

Waldorf: (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 enters the vacuuming area."

Rohan Johnson is alert and turns off his 22C12 vacuum as a child approaches the vacuuming area

Waldorf: (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

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

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

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

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

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

Rohan Johnson plugs in his 22C12 vacuum indoors

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

Rohan Johnson shuts his 22C12 vacuum cleaner off and lets it cool down before replugging in his 22C12 vacuum

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

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

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

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

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

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## Pre-Starting Procedures

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, the hepa-exhaust filter, the dirt container, 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 vacuum bag, or the hose in place and working properly

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Your Bissell upright vacuum cleaner is equipped with a height adjustment that adjusts from 1 to 5 on the 65857 and 22C12, nd from 1 to 7 on the 35452 vacuum cleaner."

A picture shows a height adjustment

Waldorf: (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

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

A picture shows a safety interlock system

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never tamper with the safety interlock system. it is designed to protect you to protect you and others from serious injuries or death."

Text reads: Never tamper with the safety interlock system. it is designed to protect you to protect you and others from serious injuries or death.

Waldorf: (offscreen) "To be sure the safety interlock system is working properly, start the vacuum by pressing or flipping the power switch. keep it in the upright position and unplug it from the outlet, but do not put the cord back on the vacuum. the motor should stop, the brushroll should stop rotating, and the headlight should go out."

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

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

## Starting The Vacuum

Waldorf: (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

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

The 65857 Worker presses the reclined pedal switch to recline his 65857 vacuum

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

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## Maneuvering The Vacuum

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

A picture shows a handle

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 22C12 vacuum forward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 22C12 vacuum backward

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 22C12 vacuum right

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

Rohan Johnson pushes his 22C12 vacuum left

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

The 65857 Worker pushes his 65857 vacuum in a zero turn where he wants it to go

## During Operation and Vacuuming

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

Rohan Johnson reclines his 22C12 vacuum, starts it up, and begins vacuuming

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

The 65857 Worker is sure that the floors are dry, and there is good artificial light to safely vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Slow down and use extreme caution when making turns to maintain control of the machine, and to avoid serious injury or death."

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

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

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution when vacuuming slopes. never operate the vacuum cleaner on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees. always vacuum slopes at slower speeds. vacuum up and down slopes, not across."

The 35452 Worker uses extreme caution when vacuuming slopes. he doesn't operate the vacuum cleaner on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees. he vacuums slopes at slower speeds. he vacuums up and down slopes

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Watch out for stairs and don't put an upright vacuum cleaner too close to the edge. both the operator and Bissell upright vacuum cleaner can go over the edge."

The 65857 Worker watches out for stairs and doesn't put an upright vacuum cleaner too close to the edge

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be very careful of drop-offs. the fence is designed to protect you from falling and injuring or killing yourself."

Rohan Johnson is very careful of drop-offs

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be aware of performers who may be performing on stage while vacuuming. the vacuum cleaner noise can frighten people who are performing or doing acts on stage."

The 35452 Worker is aware of performers who may be performing on stage while vacuuming

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

The 65857 Worker adjusts the height adjustment to the bare floor setting before vacuuming bare floors

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be extremely aware of anyone who may be in the area while vacuuming. don't rush through them as they may not know what you're doing. if someone 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, and then resumes vacuuming

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

The 35452 Worker faces his 35452 vacuum cleaner away from windows

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not eat or drink anything when operating the vacuum cleaner. it could cause the vacuum cleaner a mess in case you spill something."

Text reads: Do not eat or drink anything when operating the vacuum cleaner. it could cause the vacuum cleaner a mess in case you spill something.

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Never operate the vacuum cleaner while taking medication, drugs, or alcohol."

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be aware of doors that lead to dressing rooms that may be open. again, the noise of the vacuum cleaner can frighten people who are trying to dress for the performance."

The 65857 Worker is aware of doors that lead to dressing rooms that may be opens

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be extremely aware of elevators. if both the operator and vacuum cleaner go over the edge, you could fall and seriously injured or killed."

Rohan Johnson is extremely aware of elevators

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not vacuum in reverse unless absolutely necessary. always look down to make sure no one is behind you."

The 35452 Worker looks down to make sure no one is behind him

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

The 65857 Worker uses extreme caution and slows down when approaching blind corners, dark places, or other objects

Waldorf: (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 22C12 vacuum, and unplugs his 22C12 vacuum before inspecting anything for damage

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

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

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

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not 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 22C12 vacuum indoors

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

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

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

Rohan Johnson turns off and unplugs his 22C12 vacuum

## Above Floor Cleaning

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

The 35452 Worker does above floor cleaning carefully

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

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Be extremely careful when vacuuming curtains. do not use a ladder to do so. you could fall off and be seriously injured or killed."

The 65857 Worker is extremely careful when vacuuming curtains

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Use extreme caution when vacuuming lamps. if on board tools come too close and touches it, you can accidentally burn yourself."

The 65857 Worker uses extra caution when vacuuming near lamps

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

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

Waldorf: (offscreen) "As we mentioned earlier, you should always stay away from stairs, drop-offs, or elevators. again, the vacuum cleaner can go over the edge, causing serious injuries or death. use a dust buster or a stick vacuum in these areas."

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## Transporting The Vacuum

Waldorf: (offscreen) "If you must transport your vacuum cleaner, always be sure the trailer is hitched to your vehicle. remember that the trailer should be the width of your vacuum cleaner. use a single full width ramp. avoid using 2 separate ramps or a narrow single ramp. the vacuum cleaner has 2 separate ramps that can cause the vacuum cleaner to go over the edge."

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

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

Rohan Johnson loads his 22C12 vacuum on a trailer

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

Rohan Johnson unloads his 22C12 vacuum from a trailer

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

The 65857 Worker doesn't attempt to reach under the brushroll as he loads or unloads his 65857 vacuum cleaner

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

The 65857 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 has an operator's manual that has maintenance and storage procedures. always consult your owner's manual for more information about maintenance and storage procedures."

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

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

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

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

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

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."

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

Waldorf: (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 replaces the old vacuum bag with a new one

Waldorf: (offscreen) "Do not try to clear clogs in the hose while the vacuum cleaner is running. always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before clearing clogs in the hose. use a long, narrow broomstick handle to clear clogs. do not use sharp objects such as clothes hangers as they may puncture the hose."

The 65857 Worker uses a long, narrow broomstick handle before clearing clogs in the hose

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

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

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

A picture shows a headlight

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

A picture shows safety devices and safety shields

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

The 65857 Worker wears gloves when servicing the brushroll

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

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

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

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

## Conclusion

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

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