How to Disassemble | Fix | & Reassemble an Upright Vacuum Cleaner - Bissell

How to Disassemble, Repair and Reassemble an Upright Vacuum Cleaner. This is actually quite an easy task. Many people throw away perfectly good vacuum cleaners when all they needs is a simple fix. In this video I will walk you through the step by step process on how to take care of and repair your vacuum cleaner and keep it running at peak performance.
Included in this video is… How to change the belt on a vacuum cleaner. How to clean a clogged vacuum cleaner. How to take apart and put back together a vacuum cleaner.
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Disclaimer:
Although I have been following these procedures for many years; I assume no liability for any damage that may occur to any person or property as a result of the information provided in this video. I take necessary precautions (that I am aware of) when working on these projects but that in no way implies or creates any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any kind of particular result. Any injury, damage or loss of any kind to anyone or their property or anything related to information in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Helping U Online (this video).

[@QuestioningQuilter]

My 2 1/2 year old grandson LOVES this video. He has to watch it at least once every time he comes over. We have probably seen it 25 times and he is mesmerized every time. Thanks from the both of us.

[@helpinguonline]

You made me smile…thanks for sharing that

[@jeannagirl7]

I have the same vacuum and just cleaned it today. This is like the best vacuum I have ever bought and I bought many. This one you can literally take apart manually just to do basic cleaning. Thanks for your awesome video.

[@helpinguonline]

👍 good job

[@mattjones7621]

One person's trash is another person's treasure.

[@christinesmiley7444]

This was very helpful

[@candiflint6487]

Thank you SO much for making this video. I am by no means someone who is great at this stuff, but you made it really easy.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful!…You can do it

[@dickpadovini3560]

I so appreciate your detailed information, Thank You.

[@juliarhys5674]

Thank you for this video!! I need to clean mine and Bissell’s official video was so dry and simple. Yours gave me the level of detail and visual that I needed.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad I could help!

[@CScav243]

The visuals is where its at, yes.!!

[@BobHamiltonnewradio]

You saved us...thank you@ Replacing the belt the wheels fell off and coudln't figure out how to pu them back on. Appreciate your time and expertise

[@helpinguonline]

Great to hear!

[@cissymcilwain8964]

Mine just needed cleaning

[@florenciagaona661]

I just did everything you said and now I GET TO KEEP IT❤ I was about to throw it away. Thank You 🙏

[@helpinguonline]

Wonderful!

[@jthomp35]

Man, insanely helpful video. I had this exact problem with my vacuum. Thanks for the how to vid!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped!

[@gunvantpatel247]

Very helpful, suction cup was clogged I clean my scalp its working like brand new, thanks

[@BruceRandolph-lq6cx]

Exact model my daughter has. Same issue and resolved in 30 minutes. Works perfectly

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go

[@soniespindola]

This is a reminder for me to clean up my vacuum cleaner

[@kathyglass2922]

Very very helpful video. Thank you!

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you for your visit

[@Godschild52909]

I have the same vacuum and take it apart weekly to clean it, but my foot catch is broken, and now thanks to you I can fix it! Excellent video. Thank you so much😊 I will br replacing the foot catch and where the hose attaches to the cylinder. Wish me luck

[@kathybailey-sumlin6980]

Hi found your video, just in time. I followed the video and my vaccum is back in action. I discovered the roller wasn't turning. No problem went back and found the reason why. I missed the re-attach belt instruction. This is a fantastic video. Thank you so much.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@ItCantRainForever2]

I always find nice vacuums that people just throw out cuz they are too lazy to clean it.

[@Silverdragon517]

Loved this video

[@JJ-yi1wr]

Great video. Helped me figure what was wrong with mine. Thank you.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@jdalend]

Excellent

[@CScav243]

Awesome Video...I have the 2256 upright...Looks almost identical to yours and I'm waiting for Bissel to send me new brush and belt. Got new Filter as well. Good job, Thanks a million

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go

[@lmayrin369]

😂 I love my bissel vacuum cleaners this video helps a lot 🌟

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped

[@46hounds]

Thanks for your help 💯

[@helpinguonline]

No problem 👍

[@sammyjeepfreak2552]

Thank you! You are awesome for sharing!!! Kept me from buying a new vacum cleaner.

[@helpinguonline]

Glad I could help!

[@user-ed4uz4ib9g]

Very useful thanks

[@nike3878]

Very helpful, thank you!!!

[@helpinguonline]

You're welcome!

[@upinflames_01]

Good video! Thank you!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful

[@omy6977]

Wow you did it will. Thank you.

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you too!

[@angeligip]

Thank you. You just saved me from buying a new vacuum!!❤

[@helpinguonline]

Glad I could help!

[@rd-yp8zf]

Awesome!

[@rcasturi55]

Great Job Man!!

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks!

[@HealingResonanceLlcKristiBorst]

Loved your "he he" when you unclogged. I have this vacuum and love it. Just wanted to note that it looked like the filter was in backwards when you took it apart. White "coffee filter" section goes in first toward top handle.

[@guillermoperfecto5915]

awesome video, great person, thank you a lot!!

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks for stopping by

[@ogheneovosunday1047]

It worked. Thanks

[@helpinguonline]

Good to hear

[@naomiflower3669]

Thank you so much. God bless.

[@helpinguonline]

Thank you and God Bless you also!

[@foggy460]

Mine just needed a new belt. Now it works perfectly.

[@GDF78]

Where did you get the new belt ?

[@rileyglover2005]

​@@GDF78 walmart has them

[@tiffaniturner4770]

Thanks! 😊

[@smallnuts2]

Thank you for thus tutorial. I have the same issue. Would like to find a cleaner pole made for orange the tube.

[@yanetdiaz6879]

very interested, thank you

[@helpinguonline]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lisaholmes7394]

Thank you

[@nonelost1]

That looks like a model 1700 or very similar model 2191. They’re cheap, but very lightweight and clean surprisingly well. Though I would not recommend them for people with allergies. I did a KZbin video on a model 1700 and recently gave away two 2191s that work, though they needed minor work, over OfferUp. All three of them were trash picked. I have rescued dozens of vacuum cleaners from dumpsters over the last nine years.

[@marianneapple2533]

Thank you! ❤

[@helpinguonline]

You're welcome 😊

[@ricardojano3716]

I have a Bissell Powerglide Model 3545 bag version i just bought works except for the height adjustment will not move it's stuck at level # 3 - Your video was Very helpful at 7:32 i think i see how to adjust the vacuum height ? i got the Bissell off craigslist for $15 then spent another $15 for 9 Bissell brand bags - all in all it will work for my use

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go

[@ceejae2349]

Thanks for that. Mine is red and the spindle for the belt is black against a black background, so for the life of me I could not see where to place the end of the belt. Thanks for your video mate!

[@lolitawood3346]

Qi just bought one and the dust or dirt does not go in to the canister why?

[@dhallgobeeddhaayahauroon6533]

I will try right now I will let you know if it is works me my vacuum have same problem

[@shirleyoldham8773]

This is the best video on how to reassemble this vacuum cleaner! Thank you so much!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Godschild52909]

At 11.24 when you talk about the hose attachment with the nubs lol... what is that white plastic piece called? That's what I have to replace but don't know what to call it

[@samidislam-wm5le]

Thank you so much for this in depth video man. Mine stop working after I bought it for $55 from Walmart and after few weeks unfit don’t work . I opened up and one the rubber belt is broken 😆. Any idea where to get those belt

[@helpinguonline]

Walmart probably sells them or go online

[@busa4091]

Great video. My height adjustment does not work. I can't tell as to why. Got any suggestions?

[@helpinguonline]

Most are just a plastic knob with steps on the underside of that knob increase or decrease the height. You may want to check that knob and make sure it’s not broken or what address against (the wheel bar). It is a very simple design

[@ROB-cc5nv]

I have exact same vacuum unfortunately cleaning it like you showed I left brushroll on while running water and wheel bearing siezed 😢

[@matthewash7651]

How about cleaning the airhole portal where the bissell logo is?

[@peggybrenneman6371]

I would love to know how to stop my shark navigator pet vacuum from having the power head drop when I lift it.

[@timbacchus]

My Bissell small internal hose in the shampooer disintegrated and I cannot find how to get to the ends to replace it.

[@bri7625]

My suction works on the bottom but my compartment isn’t filling up with dust. Do you know what the prob could be?

[@anthonyoliver4604]

I just picked one of these up but the brush does not rotate freely. Is there a way to remove an end cap from the roller and clean it out?

[@helpinguonline]

This may help you with your question... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaiXfYN-m7Ofosk

[@DarkEyedDrifter]

I know this is an old video... my bissel doesn't even turn on when plugged in. Is there anything you can reccomend for a deeper dive on that or if you'd just replace it? I have tools and I'm thinking about breaking this thing down to learn.

[@helpinguonline]

Could be you have a bad switch , Loose or frayed wire or possibly your motor is burned out. Electricity can be very dangerous To work with. I cannot recommend you do this but if you know somebody that is experienced working with electricity you may have them check it out before you throw it away.

[@Jxhn517]

🐐

[@vboni8958]

Hey buddy, did you have the height adjustment knob out? I did and can't figure out how to get it back in and working. Can you advise me? Thanks much my friend.

[@helpinguonline]

If you get the notches on that lined up perfectly with the hole it’ll push right in and then you turn it and it locks in place. it would probably Be easiest if you remove the belt and roller cover and lift up and remove the wheel as I showed him the video and then put that hide adjustment knob in… Lining up the nachos and then turn it… Then put your wheels back in then the belt cover back on and you’re all set

[@CoachCaninQc]

I am a 40 y.o women... pretty but single ;) And i have 3 rabbits. My vaccum kept stop working and i keep replaced them everytime wich cost me a fortune! So this time ive tryed and watchinf your video helped me! ive done it! so proud of myself! see... men can be replacable!!!! hahahhaha sorry ... couldnt resist. thanks a lot!!!

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go!

[@Wilsinart]

He didnt take apart the one part i needed to see! The power button lol! Great video though!

[@420420420allthetime]

Hey I get a whirring sound with mine and it smells like it's burning does that mean the motor is going I cleaned out the filter I cleaned out the build up around the bottom but it still makes the sound and smells weird

[@helpinguonline]

Sounds like your motor is struggling. I would clean the brush especially the two ends and make sure the bearings on the ends are clear of hair and dirt. I would also pull the bottom belt cover off and check the belt and motor shaft and make sure that is all clean and clear. The burning smell is probably because there is a restriction and the roller brush is not spinning freely causing the motor shaft to spin faster than the rubber belt and that is possibly where you’re burning smell is coming from

[@enzomoya1689]

We got rid of our couch and ofcourse there was a bunch of junk underneath. Went to vacuum and had no suction! Pulled it apart and there was a hard plastic square up against the hose that wasn't letting anything go up. All fixed and ready to go!

[@helpinguonline]

Way to go!

[@WhiteSpace-dl4yg]

This video changed my life. I was unemployed, unhealthy, and alone. Then I watched this video and my life was transformed forever. Now I'm the CEO of a successful company, I have a six pack, I'm happily married, and have two healthy sons. Thank you Helping U Online for the amazing video!!!

[@14gilbertst]

So there is no filter behind the red triangle? That's where all the air blows out. Those pipes clog too easily. The worst feature however, is the way too short hose! Even with extensions it's less than 8 feet so you have to pick the whole thing up to reach ceilings and windows. Very inconvenient.

[@cqammaz53]

How to clean out the bottom filter behind the red triangle?

[@LupeShoes]

I use feed bags for garbage, too lol

[@1999Shortstuff]

Free Advice - Take the vacuum completely apart apart and clean it. You will find three more filters that will need to be cleaned as well since the internal parts of the vacuum are likely to be filthy too.

[@marknolan8052]

Can you help me? The wheels on my Bissell Upright are worn out, but I can't figure out how to take them off. Thanks.

[@helpinguonline]

If yours is like the one in this video… Turn it upside down and there is a little clip underneath over by the back wheels… Just press those two tabs together and push out and that will release the wheels for you

[@sathishk2656]

Followed all steps to clean but the speed controller is not working 😢

[@NelsonWillis-kt8ck]

Hate pet hair? Get this.

[@paulatiredofthisshit]

I just started taking apart a vacuum that I brought home last week. I knocked on the door and asked him about it and he said it just wasn't good enough anymore. I said to myself okay, it's probably dirty. I can clean it up and give it to someone. Yeah, it's very grungy inside. It looks like there's a lot of dirt in the short hose to the beater bar. But then I took it apart. THE BELT IS BROKEN!!!!!! What is wrong with people? How hard is it?

[@Ohjay91]

I cleaned the wheel and put the belt back in place and now it seems like the belt won’t turn and has a burning smell? Does anyone know how to resolve this or do I need a new vacuum cleaner?

[@helpinguonline]

Take the belt off and turn on your vacuum you should hear it running freely… That means your motor is spinning free. Then unplug your vacuum and without the belt on turn the roller brush and it should spin freely. If both of those are spinning freely Then put your belt on and everything should be running fine. If one or the other does not spin freely check for hair or debris keeping it from spinning freely

[@Adeline9418]

I used to find so many nice vacuums in peoples trash. I'd bring them home and figure out what was wrong. I have a regular Bissell power force. What's helix??

[@ROB-cc5nv]

Bigger compartment- cheaper

[@cirilia]

The metal part that holds the belt keeps heating up on mine causing the belt to break

[@helpinguonline]

sounds like there is a restriction somewhere keeping it from spinning freely and causing heat to build up. May be the motor or the roller brush that is not free. check for hair or debris build up restricting it...

[@hachi041]

My bottom hose has a hole 😢

[@nadiakhaled2922]

أنا لا أفهم الإنجليزية ... من فضلك كيف أستخدم الإكسسوارات فقط و تكون المكنسة الأرضية الكبيرة متوقفة .... لأنني حين تشغيل البروس توربو الصغير يشتغل معه البروس الأرضي الكبير في الوقت نفسه 🤔؟

[@nonelost1]

If your vacuum does not have a brush on/off switch, then you cannot use the attachments with the pick up hose without the main brush roll spinning at the same time. إذا لم يكن للمكنسة الكهربائية الخاصة بك مفتاح تشغيل / إيقاف للفرشاة ، فلا يمكنك استخدام مرفقات المكنسة الكهربائية الخاصة بك من خلال خرطوم الالتقاط دون الحاجة إلى تدوير الفرشاة الرئيسية في نفس الوقت. (translated using “Google translate”)

[@MicrowavedTofu]

You should knock on their door, leave it with a note saying all fixed😅

[@leigh-ann835]

Mine won’t turn on…

[@christinesmiley7444]

You need a new motor or new vacuum

[@countryboycrafter3168]

No attachments? For the price you paid, you were cheated. LoL

[@IBELIEVEINDEADGIRLSUPREMACYx]

Thanks I thought my vacuum was broken ! 🥴

[@helpinguonline]

You’re welcome 😊