Introduction
This guide for the Bissell CleanView Compact 3508 will give you step-by-step instructions to replace the lower hose at the bottom of your vacuum. This part connects the main hose of the vacuum to the bottom and is essential to it's function. You might be removing this part if the hose is clogged or if the hose is damaged.
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With the vacuum in an upright position, press the latch on the rear of the spine to remove the handle from the vacuum.
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Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the five 20.7 mm screws on the underside of the brush roll cover.
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Use a pry tool or flathead screwdriver to disengage the two retaining clips securing the brush roll cover.
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Remove the brush roll cover.
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Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the two 20.7 mm screws from the lower hose attachment point.
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Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the four 20.7 mm screws on the upper cover plates.
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Remove the two upper cover plates.
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Gently pull the top half up and to the side away from the drive shaft to separate both halves.
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Pull the belt through the socket, and remove the belt from the drive shaft.
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Flip the bottom upside to expose the bottom.
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Pull back the lever back, and remove the two 20.7 mm screws from the hose.
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Flip the bottom upside to expose the bottom.
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Continue to hold the lever back and pull the hose through, with the outside side of the hose being pulled through the base.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
