Bissell 3190A ReadyClean 10.8V Stick Vacuum Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- Bissell
Table of Contents
Bissell 3190A ReadyClean 10.8V Stick Vacuum
Product Overview
The 2-IN-1 Lightweight Vacuum 3190 Series is a versatile vacuum cleaner
designed for household use. It features a 2-way folding handle, a swivel head,
and a detachable hand vacuum for added convenience.
Key Features
- Power Button
- Brush Roll On/Off Button
- 2-Way Folding Handle
- Hand Vacuum Release Button
- Hand Vacuum Power Button
- Dirt Tank Release Button
- Charging Light Indicator
- Dirt Tank Release Trigger
- Swivel Head
For a comprehensive walkthrough of your new purchase, visit support.BISSELL.com. In addition to setting up, using, andmaintaining your machine, you’ll find tips, troubleshooting information, videos, product registration, parts, and more.
Important Safety Instructions:
Please read all instructions before using your appliance. When using an
electrical appliance, observe basic precautions. This model is for household
use only. Commercial use voids the manufacturer’s warranty. The product
contains Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries. Do not dispose of Lithium-Ion
batteries with general household waste. Follow proper disposal instructions
from Call2Recycle at 877-723-1297 or
visit www.call2recycle.org.
What’s in the Box?
The standard accessories may vary by model. Refer to the Carton Contents
list located on the carton top flap to identify what should be included with
your purchase. The accessories typically include the Body, Foot, Charging
Adapter, Crevice Tool, and Upholstery Tool.
Product Usage Instructions
Assembling and Charging Your Vacuum
To assemble and charge your vacuum, follow these steps:
- Insert the foot into the body of the vacuum until you hear a click.
- Insert the charging adapter plug into the charging port on the back of the machine.
- Plug the adapter into a wall outlet and charge the machine completely for at least 4 hours before first use.
LED Display Status
The LED display on the vacuum indicates the battery and charging status:
- Blinking red light (1 second): During charging
- Green light (on for 10 minutes, then blinks every 1 minute): Battery charging
- Red and green blinking light: Charger, battery, or motor error. Contact Consumer Care.
Using the 2-Way Folding Handle
To use the 2-way folding handle, follow these steps:
- Pull the 2-Way Folding Handle release trigger to fold the handle.
- Fold the handle forward to easily clean underneath low places.
- Fold the handle back for easy storage.
Using the Hand Vacuum
To use the hand vacuum, follow these steps:
- Press the button on top of the hand vacuum handle and lightly pull to remove it from the machine.
- Press the power button to begin cleaning.
- Insert the desired tool firmly into the hand vacuum nozzle.
Emptying the Dirt Tank
To empty the dirt tank, follow these steps:
- Make sure the vacuum is OFF. Remove the hand vacuum by pressing the release button on its top handle.
- Hold the hand vacuum vertically and press the release button on the front to release the dirt tank.
- Grasp the filter tabs and pull up to remove the filter assembly and empty the dirt into a waste container.
Product Overview
- Power Button
- Brush Roll On/Off Button
- 2-Way Folding Handle Release Trigger
- Hand Vacuum Release Button
- Hand Vacuum Power Button
- Dirt Tank Release Button
- Charging Light Indicator
- Dirt Tank
- Swivel Head
Go online for a comprehensive walkthrough of your new purchase!
This guide has everything you need to get ready for first use, including
setting up, using and maintaining your machine, but online you’ll find
additional resources like tips and troubleshooting, videos, product
registration, parts, and more. Go to
support.BISSELL.com.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
- Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
- Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
- Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user guide. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
- Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an authorized service center.
- Do not put any object into opening.
- Do not use with any opening blocked.
- Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
- Do not handle charger, including charger plug and charger terminal with wet hands.
- Do not charge the machine outdoors.
- Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
- Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
- Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
- Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
- Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
- Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they may be present.
- Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
- Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil-based paint, paint thinner, some moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
- Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
- Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
- Do not use without Dirt tank or filters in place.
- Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
- Always turn OFF this appliance before connecting or disconnecting the motorized nozzle.
- Do not pull or carry charger by the cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord.
- Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF-position before picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
- Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
- Do not use appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
- Do not expose appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C/265°F may cause explosion.
- Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
- Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
- Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
- Keep the temperature range of between 40-104°F when charging battery, storing machine or during use.
- Use only with charger E-TEK, Model ZD12D140080US.
- Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. COMMERCIAL USE OF THIS MACHINE VOIDS THE
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.
WARNING: This product contains Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries. DO NOT mix Lithium-Ion batteries with general household waste. According to Federal and State regulations, removal and proper disposal of Lithium-Ion batteries is required. For specific battery disposal instructions please contact Call2Recycle at 877-723-1297 or visit www.call2recycle.org. For full instructions on battery removal for recycling visit support.BISSELL.com.
What’s in the Box?
Standard accessories may vary by model. To identify what should be included with your purchase, please refer to the “Carton Contents” list located on the carton top flap.
Assembling and Charging Your Vacuum
- Insert foot into body of the vacuum until you hear a “click”.
- Insert charging adapter plug into the charging port on the back of the machine.
- Plug the adapter into the wall outlet. Charge the machine completely for at least 4 hours prior to first use.
LED Display Status
During Charging
Battery Status | Light Status |
---|---|
Charging | Blinking red light (1 second) |
Fully Charged | Green light (on 10 minutes, then blinks every 1 minute) |
Charger, Battery or Motor Error | Red and green blinking light, contact |
Consumer Care
During Use
Battery Status | Light Status |
---|---|
In Use | Solid green light |
Low Power | Blinking red light |
No Power | Solid red light (3 seconds) |
Brush Stall | Solid red light, then machine shuts OFF |
Using the 2-Way Folding Handle
- Pull the 2-Way Folding Handle release trigger to fold the handle.
- Fold the handle forward to easily clean underneath low places.
- Fold the handle back for easy storage.
Using the Hand Vacuum
- Press the button on top of the hand vacuum handle and lightly pull to remove it from the machine.
- Press the power button to begin cleaning.
- Insert the desired tool firmly into the hand vacuum nozzle.
Emptying the Dirt Tank
- Make sure the vacuum is OFF. Remove the hand vacuum by pressing the release button on its top handle.
- Hold the hand vacuum vertically and press the release button on the front to release the dirt tank.
- Grasp filter tabs and pull up to remove filter assembly and empty dirt into waste container.
- Replace filter assembly in the dirt tank, then snap the dirt tank back into place on the hand vacuum.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting.
Cleaning the Filters
- Turn power OFF and remove the dirt tank as directed in the “Emptying the Dirt Tank” section.
- Grasp filter tabs and lift up to remove the washable filter assembly from the dirt tank. Grip the filter assembly, turn counter-clockwise and pull down to remove filter from filter screen.
- Tap firmly against the inside of a waste container to remove any visible dirt.
- Rinse the filter and screen in warm water to clean. Let dry completely.
- Replace filter into the filter screen and turn clockwise to lock into place. Reattach filter assembly into the dirt tank and attach to hand vacuum until it snaps securely in place.
WARNING: Do not operate your machine with damp or wet filters or without filters in place.
Maintaining the Brush Roll
- Make sure the vacuum is OFF. Press the vacuum foot release button to disconnect it from the vacuum.
- Turn the foot over and find the brush roll cover tab. Turn the screw counter-clockwise with a coin.
- Slide the tab down to unlock and lift the corner cover piece.
- Grasp the brush roll and remove from the foot.
- Remove hair wrap from brush roll, brush roll endcap and end of brush roll.
- Place the clean brush roll back into the foot and use a coin to turn lock clockwise to screw into place.
Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause | Remedies |
---|
Vacuum won’t turn ON
| Battery isn’t fully charged.| Charge battery. Follow charging battery
instructions on page 3.
Wrong charger is being used.| Be sure to use only the charger supplied with
your product. The label on the detachable hand vacuum will list which charger
can be used.
Brush roll not turning
| Brush roll is jammed.| Remove obstruction. Follow instructions on page 6.
Brush roll needs to be reset.| Turn machine OFF and clean the brush roll and
brush roll endcap area following instructions on page 6. The LED light will
reset when the machine is turned ON.
Broken brush roll.| Visit BISSELL.com to order replacement parts.
Vacuum cleaner has low suction
| Dirt tank is full.| Empty dirt tank.
Dirt tank isn’t installed properly.| Position dirt tank correctly and snap
firmly into place.
Foot is loose.| Make sure foot is fully inserted into body of machine.
Filters need cleaning.| Follow filter instructions on page 5.
Filters need replacing.| Visit BISSELL.com to order replacement parts.
Clog or obstruction in foot area.| Detach foot from body and look for and
remove clog from brush chamber.
Visible dirt escaping from cleaner
| Dirt tank is full of debris.| Empty dirt tank.
Filter assembly is missing or installed incorrectly.| Check filter for correct
installation.
Dirt tank installed incorrectly.| Position dirt tank correctly and snap firmly
into place.
Vacuum won’t charge
| Wrong charger is being used.| Use only the charger that comes with the
machine.
Hand vacuum may not be installed in place properly.| Remove the hand vacuum
and install it properly.
Vacuum won’t turn on and LED light is solid red| Brush roll stalled by
debris.| Turn machine OFF and clear the brush roll and brush roll endcap area
following instructions on page 6. The LED light will reset when the machine is
turned ON.
Below are some of the issues you may run into. If you don’t see the issue you’re experiencing below, visit support.BISSELL.com.
Note : Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
Warranty
1-Year limited warranty, may vary by state. Visit support.BISSELL.com or call
1-800-237-7691 for complete warranty
information.
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References
- BISSELL® | Vacuum Cleaner, Carpet Cleaner, Steam Cleaner and Parts
- BISSELL® Pet Promise
- Support Home Page
- Call2Recycle | Leading the Charge For Battery Recycling
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