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USER'S GUIDE

4122 SERIES

Safety Instructions

Product View

Assembly

Operations

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Product Registration

Replacement Parts

Consumer Care

5-7

Accessories

Warranty

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Vacuum

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Zing canister vacuum .Everything we know

about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete,

high-tech home cleaning system.

Your BISSELL Zing canister vacuum is well made, and we back it with a

limited one year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,

dedicated Consumer Care department, so, should you ever have a problem,

you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.

My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876. Today, BISSELL

is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high quality

homecare products like your BISSELL Zing canister vacuum.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell

Chairman & CEO

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical

appli-

ance, basic precautions should be

observed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING YOUR

CANISTER VACUUM.

Always connect to a polarized outlet

(left slot is wider than right). Unplug

from outlet when not in use and

before conducting maintenance.

WARNING: To

reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock, or injury:

■

Do not leave cleaner when it is

plugged in.

■

Unplug from outlet when not in use

and before servicing.

■

Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

■

To unplug grasp plug not cord.

■

Do not pull or carry by cord, use

cord as a handle, close door on cord,

pull cord around sharp corners, run

cleaner over cord, or expose cord to

heated surfaces.

■

Hold plug when rewinding the cord

onto the reel. Do not allow the plug

to whip when rewinding.

■

Do not use cleaner if it has been

dropped, damaged, left outdoors or

dropped into water. Have it repaired

at an Authorized Service Center.

■

Do not allow children to use as a toy.

■

Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

■

Do not handle cleaner or plug with

wet hands.

■

Do not put any object into openings.

Do not use with any opening blocked;

keep free of dust, lint, hair and any-

thing that may reduce air flow.

■

Do not use without dust bag and

filters in place.

■

Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fin-

gers or body parts to get near open-

ings or floor brush in the appliance.

■

Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette

butts, matches or any hot, smoking,

or burning objects.

■

Do not pick up hard or sharp objects

such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.

■

Do not pick up flammable or combus-

tible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline,

kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence

of explosive liquids or vapor.

■

Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

■

Do not pick up toxic material

(chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain

cleaner, etc.).

■

Do not use in an enclosed space

filled with vapors given off by oil

base paint, paint thinner, some moth

proofing substances, flammable dust,

or other explosive or toxic vapors.

■

Do not use for any purpose other

than described in this User’s Guide.

■

Always turn off this appliance

before connecting or disconnecting

vacuum hose.

■

Use only manufacturer’s

recommended attachments.

■

Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

■

Keep appliance on a level surface.

■

Turn off all controls before plugging

or unplugging cleaner.

■

Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

■

Close attention is necessary when

used by or near children.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

THIS APPLIANCE HAS

A POLARIZED PLUG.

To reduce the risk of electric shock,

this appliance has a polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other).

This plug will fit in a polarized outlet

only one way. If the plug does not fit

fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If

it still does not fit, contact a qualified

electrician to install a proper outlet.

Do not change the plug in any way.

This model is for household use only.

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Power

Button

Brush

Switch

Bag Change

Indicator

Tool Caddy

Multi-Surface

Floor Nozzle

Telescoping

Extension Wand

Air Flow

Regulator

Swivel Hose

Product view

Flex Hose

Automatic Cord

Rewind Button

Variable Suction

Power Control

Post-Motor

Filter

CAUTION:

Do not plug in your vacuum

until you are familiar

with all instructions and

operating procedures.

Upholstery Tool

Combination

Crevice Tool/

Dusting Brush

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Assembly

1. Connect swivel hose by aligning the tabs

on the hose cuff with the suction inlet.

Once the swivel hose is inserted, turn the

hose cuff clockwise to lock into place.

2. Connect telescoping extension wand to

the handle end of the flex hose.

3. Connect the floor nozzle foot onto the

telescoping extension wand.

4. Insert the combination crevice tool/

dusting brush tool into the holder.

5. To extend the telescopic tube, push the

black release button and then pull the

tube to the desired length.

NOTE: Shorten length of telescopic

tube for storage.

Special tools

Your BISSELL Zing canister is not only a

powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner,

it’s also a versatile bare floor and above

floor vacuum cleaner when you select one

of the special tools.

BareFloor tool

Use to vacuum carpets, rugs and bare floors.

Swivel head turns to get into tight spaces and

fits under cabinets.

1. To vacuum carpets and rugs, push the

brush switch to the carpet position .

This will pull the brushes up into the floor

nozzle.

2. To vacuum bare floors, push the brush

switch to the bare floor position .

This will extend the brushes down from

the floor nozzle.

Upholstery tool:

Use the upholstery tool to clean curtains,

draperies, cushions and fabrics.

Combination crevice tool/dusting brush:

Use the crevice tool in tight, narrow spaces.

Use the dusting brush to clean curtains,

draperies, cushions and fabrics.

WARNING:

Plastic film can be dangerous.

To avoid danger of suffocation,

keep away from babies

and children.

Operations

2 .

Brush Down

Brush Up

Tip:

Before cleaning

under low furni-

ture, check area

first for objects

that might harm

the unit or block

the hose.

Tip:

Hair, string and

small objects can

block the hose

and tools. Check

them occasionally

for obstructions.

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Operations

Power cord

The power cord is located at the rear of the

vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord,

watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the

power cord once the yellow line is visible.

There is also a red line, which indicates the

end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power

cord out beyond the red line.

Power button

Turn the power ON or OFF by pressing lightly

downward on the power button ( ).

Automatic cord rewind

Your vacuum is equipped with an automatic

cord rewind. When cleaning is finished, press

the power button OFF ( )and grasp the plug

to disconnect from the electrical outlet. Hold

the plug and press the automatic cord rewind

button to rewind the cord automatically.

Variable suction power control

The variable suction power control is located

on the top of the vacuum. Turn the control

toward the larger dots for maximum suction.

Turn the control toward the smaller dots to

minimize suction for lightly soiled areas or

delicate fabrics.

Power

Button

CAUTION:

Be careful to avoid injury as

cord retracts very quickly.

CAUTION:

Before using your vacuum,

make sure that the dust bag

and all filters (pre-motor and

post-motor) are in place. Do

not operate your vacuum

without the dust bag and filters.

Variable Suction

Control

Automatic Cord

Rewind Button

Bag change indicator

The bag change indicator is located below

the swivel hose. If the bag change indicator

turns orange while you are vacuuming, the

dust bag needs to be replaced. The dust bag

may appear to be full or only partially full

depending upon the type of debris picked up.

Fine particles can block the airflow in the dust

bag and reduce suction before the dust bag

is full. If the bag change indicator remains

orange, even after changing the dust bag,

turn the vacuum off and check for a clog in

the hose or tools.

Replace dust bag

Never reuse a dust bag. Use only BISSELL

replacement dust bags in your Zing Bagged

canister vacuum.

1. Turn the power OFF ( ). Unplug the

vacuum from electrical outlet.

2. Disconnect the flex hose by turning

the hose cuff counterclockwise.

3. Open the dust bag compartment

by lifting up on the latch located

underneath the carry handle.

4. Remove the dust bag by sliding the

cardboard dust bag cuff out from the

bag holder grooves. Dispose of the

used dust bag.

5. Using a new dust bag, align the card-

board dust bag cuff with the bag holder's

black grooves. Slide the bag cuff into the

grooves with the black arrow pointing up.

NOTE: The bag holder pivots up

and down. Before closing the

vacuum tank, make sure the dust

bag is securely placed and the bag

holder is in the down position.

6. Close dust bag compartment door and

press down gently until it locks into place.

NOTE: The dust bag

compartment will not close

without the vacuum bag

in place.

7. Reconnect the flex hose.

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Maintenance and care

4/5.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock,

turn power switch OFF and dis-

connect plug from electrical outlet

before performing maintenance or

troubleshooting checks.

Bag Change

Indicator

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Maintenance and care

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Filters protect the motor from dirt and dust

particles. Use only BISSELL replacement filters

in your Zing Bagged canister vacuum.

1. Turn the power OFF ( ). Unplug the

vacuum from electrical outlet.

2. Disconnect the flex hose by turning the

hose cuff counterclockwise.

3. To locate the pre-motor filter, open the dust

bag compartment by lifting up on the latch

located underneath the carry handle. Remove

the dust bag from the dust bag folder.

4. Locate the circular pre-motor filter in the dust

bag compartment. To remove the pre-motor

filter, first remove the clip located in the

center of the pre-motor filter. This clip holds

the filter in-place during use. Do not remove

the pre-motor filter without first removing the

pre-motor filter clip.

5. After removing the pre-motor filter clip,

remove the circular pre-motor filter and clean

by hand washing in warm water. A mild

detergent may be used if desired. Allow the

filter to air dry completely before replacing.

6. Position the pre-motor filter inside the dust

bag compartment. With the filter in-place,

insert the pre-motor filter clip in the hole

located in the center of the filter. Replace

the vacuum bag per the instructions on

page 7. Close the dust bag compartment

door and reconnect the flex hose.

7. To locate the post-motor filter, first locate the

vent underneath the Variable Suction Power

Control knob and next to the power switch

and cord rewind button. Remove the vent

grate by pushing up on the grooves at the

bottom of the grate.

8. With the vent grate removed, locate the

post-motor foam filter attached to the grate.

Remove the foam filter and clean by hand

washing in warm water. A mild detergent

may be used if desired. Allow the filter to

air dry completely before replacing.

9. Replace the post-motor foam filter in the vent

grate and attach the vent grate to the vacuum.

NOTICE:

This product is intended for house-

hold use only and not for commer-

cial or industrial use. Vacuuming

of dust from products like plaster,

concrete or ashes will damage the

motor and void the warranty.

Tip:

For maximum cleaning

performance, check the

filters often and clean or

replace if necessary.

WARNING:

Do not operate cleaner

with damp or wet filters or

without all filters in place.

Cleaning and replacing the pre-motor and post-motor filter

Pre-Motor

Filter

Post-Motor

Filter

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Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible causes Remedies

1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug

2. Power button is not pressed down 2. Press power button down

3. Thermal protector activated 3. Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes

Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction

Possible causes Remedies

1. Tools, hose and/or telescoping extension wands are blocked 1. Remove each part and check for blockages

2. Filters are dirty 2. Check and clean or replace pre-motor and post-motor filters

3. Dust bag is full 3. Replace with new dust bag

4. Swivel hose not securely attached to suction opening 4. Make sure hose connector is locked into

suction opening

5. Crack or hole in flex hose 5. Check hose and replace if needed

6. Air flow regulator or variable suction power 6. Change to closed or maximum setting

control is set to open or minimum setting

Visible dust escaping from vacuum

Possible causes Remedies

1. Dust bag is full 1. Replace with new dust bag

2. Filters missing or installed incorrectly 2. Check pre-motor and post-motor filter for correct installation

3. Filters are dirty 3. Check and clean or replace pre-motor and post-motor filters

4. Flex hose is blocked 4. Remove hose and check for blockages

5. Swivel hose not securely attached to suction opening 5. Make sure swivel hose is locked into suction opening

6. Crack or hole in flex hose 6. Check hose and replace if needed

Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be

performed by an authorized service representative.

Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.

Please do not return this product to the store.

For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to be of

service. Contact us directly at 1-800-237-7691.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn

power OFF ( ) and disconnect plug

from electrical outlet before performing

maintenance or troubleshooting.

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Replacement parts - BISSELL vacuum

Accessories

Item Part No. Part Name

1 213-8425 Dust Bags (3-pack)

2 203-8426 Pre-Motor Filter

3 203-8427 Post-Motor Filter

Item Part No. Part Name

1 203-8428 Floor Nozzle

2 203-8418 Extension Wands with Tool Caddy

3 203-7280 Combination Crevice Tool/Dusting Brush

4 203-7273 Upholstery Tool

5 203-8419 Hose Assembly

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Warranty – BISSELL ZING

Bagged Canister Vacuum

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary

from state to state. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions

regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Care by E-mail, telephone, or

regular mail as described below.

Limited One Year Warranty

Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product

BISSELL will repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL’s

option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any

defective or malfunctioning part.

See information below on "If your BISSELL product should require service".

This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. This

warranty does not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters, belts, or

brushes. Damage or malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or any

other use not in accordance with the User's Guide is not covered.

If your BISSELL product should require service:

Contact BISSELL Consumer Care to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area.

If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions about

your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Care.

Website or E-mail:

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Use the “Customer Care” tab.

Or Call:

BISSELL Consumer Care

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Monday - Friday 8 am - 10 pm ET

Saturday 9 am - 8 pm ET

Sunday 10am - 7pm ET

Or Write:

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ATTN: Consumer Care

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ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. BISSELL’S LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE

PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

*EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER ORAL OR

WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING

THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE

LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.

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above limitation may not apply to you.

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