Why did vacuum loose suction
1854844
Maybe is because of dirt accumulation at the end of the hose near the water tank. To prevent it, you have to change the water after each room you vacuum
618963
This should not be occurring; it should pop back out. You're creating a vacuum somehow. Check the lines to make sure they are not kinked or plugged.
1694081
I'm sorry, but we've only been using it for about a week. I can say that in the last week, we have had that same issue. I was hoping it was just am issue with the vacuum getting to know its surroundings, but it seems like that may not be it.
112707
I would guess that if our attachments ever became loose, I would first see if I could address why....put a rubber band or something around the neck of the loose piece or maybe even duct tape. We haven't tried other brand attachments, but most on our regular vacuums are interchangeable. Sorry I cannot help you more!
1053072
This vacuum is at another location and I would have to look at it again. Sorry I couldn't help!
1435694
The vacuum is self propelled in the carpet mode but not the bare floor mode
226059
I also purchased this and love it! My vacuum works so well. Perhaps yours has a glitch or is a lemon for some reason. I know one thing, the manufacturer stands behind their product. Simply contact them through their website and let them know what has happened. They will definitely help you out.They are a family owned company with great values. Contact them!
618960
See what happens when you disconnect the vacuum lined, if it returns you have a problem in the vacuum line or where it connects. Try blowing thru the line & see what happens..
756612
Yes it happened to me once because I didn't properly lock the compartment holding the dirt. Mine had many problems but I'm pretty sure what you experienced is due to some part of the vacuum not being closed properly.
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Our problem was with the "fit" of the tank where it seated/sealed with the suction system. The vacuum pump worked. I have found in the past that when a major component of a lower end vacuum cleaner goes bad that repair is as expensive as replacement. Our Bissell now works ok after some adjustment and I will modify my previous criticism. I hope this helps to avoid wasting time and money.
1866761
We had alot of snow and dirt last winter. Often I had to use wet/dry vacuum. But it contained most of it and was nicer than not having anything to catch it.
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HiThe unit uses suction to power but I think an older vacuum may not have enough force t spin the brush rotorAs for fit you should measure your connector and check with the mfg info on fitment
244540
No I did not have a vacuum. The system was pretty empty though due to the leak.
1540209
Maybe you have a clog in the hose or maybe you should check the filter (there is a hidden filter I was unaware of in the bottom of the vacuum, to locate it look at the front of your vacuum just under the dust bin you will see a vented area, look for a clip to open the vent and the filter is right there. Otherwise I would say maybe you have a hole in your hose? Hope this helps. Good luck.
893306
I can't specifically answer this question, but have you tried going on the Bissell website or calling a local vacuum repair? They both should be able to answer your question. Just make sure you have the model number ready.
446403
There is not enough air flow across the filter. If it can not go through the filter it creates a higher than normal pressure on the inside of the filter. This higher pressure is greater than the latch holding force and pops off. Our vacuum did this after washing the filters. There was still to much moisture on the elements stopping the air from passing through. I blew it out with my air compressor and it fixed the problem.
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I use a vacuum cleaner and it sucks every bit of air inside. The problem are the bags' valves. They don't keep the vacuum.