Bissell 1697-W manual

3 Safety Instructions Product View / Accessories Assembly Features / Operations T roubleshooting / User Maintenance Consumer Services Replacement Parts Warranty 4-5 6 7-15 16-17 18 19 20 PowerSteamer ® USER’S GUIDE 1697, 8804 SERIES ug310-5944_1697_207.indd 1 ug310-5944_1697_207.indd 1 2/20/07 3:03:11 PM 2/20/07 3:03:11 PM[...]

2 W e’re glad you purchased a BISSELL PowerSteamer deep cleaner . Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Y our PowerSteamer is well made, and we back it with a limited one- year warranty . W e also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer Services[...]

3 3 www .bissell.com 800.237.7691 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your POWERSTEAMER ® W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of f ire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Do not immerse. ■ Use only on surfaces moistened by clea[...]

4 www .bissell.com 800.237.7691 Optional Accessories: Spraying Crevice T ool 3” T ough Stain Brush 4” Upholstery T ool PreT reat W and T urboBrush ® Hard Floor T ool Mesh T ool Bag (bag only) These items are available for purchase with your model. T o order replacement parts or additional tools or formulas, please refer to page 19. T urboBrush[...]

BISSELL Formulas: Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL Advanced Cleaning Formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. Non-BISSELL cleaning solutions may harm the machine and will void the warranty . 5 www .bissell.com 800.237.7691 T rigger Upper Handle T ool Caddy Power Cord Quick Re[...]

This user’ s guide has been designed to help you get the utmost satisfaction from your BISSELL PowerSteamer . Y ou’ll find assembly and operat- ing instructions, safety precautions, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting instructions. Please read this guide thoroughly before assembling your deep cleaner . Pay particular attention to the pro[...]

Y our BISSELL PowerSteamer is a home c leaning system that uses a combination of hot tap water , BISSELL advanced c leaning formula and suction to safely clean carpets and upholstery . DirtLifter ® PowerBrush The DirtLifter PowerBrush is designed to enhance cleaning performance. The bristle pattern safely lifts out the deep down dirt while gently [...]

Flow indicator This is located on the machine base. It spins when the trigger is pressed to indicate that the machine is applying cleaning solution to the carpet and will stop spinning when the SmartMix tank or Bladder needs to be refilled, or when the trigger is released. Note: Flow indicator does not spin when spraying through the attachment hose[...]

Fill the 2-in-1 water tank 1. Release the handle and lay the machine handle back to access the T ank. 2 . Remove the tank from the base of the machine by lifting the tank carry handle. 3. Carr y like a bucket to the sink. Rotate the handle forward to unlatch the lid. Lift off and set the lid aside. 4. Fill up the bladder with c lean hot tap water .[...]

Choose the SmartMix setting Simply choose one of the 3 settings • High T raffic • Normal • Water Rinse and the PowerSteamer will adjust the right amount of cleaning solution to mix with the heated water to fit your cleaning need. NOTE: When your c leaning job is finished, the formula can be stored ready to use in your machine for the next tim[...]

O peration Empty The 2-in-1 water tank 1. Remove the 2-in-1 wa ter tank from the base using the tank carry handle. Carry the tank like a bucket to a utility sink or outside where you will dispose of the collection wa ter . Remove the top of the tank by rotating the handle forward to unlatch lid and lifting lid off tank. 2. Empty collection water fr[...]

Machine storage Once your cleaning is complete, make sure the 2-in-1 water tank is emptied and rinsed out. Put the unit away in a closet or basement for the next use. The SmartMix tank can remain filled and ready to go (store with machine set to water only setting), or it can simply be emptied back into the formula bottle if that is more convenient[...]

Y our PowerSteamer machine comes equipped with a hose and at least one attachment for cleaning stairs, upholster y , and more. 1. Important! If using to clean Upholstery , check Upholstery T ags. A. Check manufacturer’ s tag before cleaning. “W” or “WS” on the ta g means you can use your PowerSteamer . If the tag is coded with an “X” [...]

Cleaning fluid section Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula™ on hand so you can clean and protect whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. Stain removal Do not delay! Attending to an accident soon after it occurs ensures the chances for full removal. Leaving it for an extended period of [...]

Hard floor cleaning Y our PowerSteamer model may have come with a hard floor attachment and Hard Floor Solutions Formula. If not, these products are available for purchase by contacting the BISSELL Consumer Services department by phone or on the website. The hard floor tool provides effective cleaning for linoleum, vinyl, and tile floors. Caution: [...]

Reduced spray or no spray . Possible Cause Remedies 1. Bladder may be empty . 1. Refill bladder with hot tap water . 2. SmartMix tank may be empty . 2. Fill with BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula for c leaning. 3. The filter may be c logged. 3. Clean out flow indicator filter , page 12. 4. T anks may not be sea ted properly . 4. T urn power OFF (O) ;[...]

T roubleshooting 17 www .bissell.com 800.237.7691 DirtLifter PowerBrush does not turn. Possible Cause Remedies 1. The Brush Belt or Pump Belt 1. T urn the machine OFF (O ) and unplug is off or broken. from the outlet. T o check if the brush belt or pump belt has broken, you will need a flat head screwdriver . Insert the blade end into the lower slo[...]

For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty , call: BISSELL Consumer Services 1-800-237-7691 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 10 p.m. EST Saturday 9 a.m. — 8 p.m. EST Or write: BISSELL HOMECARE, INC PO Box 3606 Grand Rapids MI 49501 A TTN: Consumer Services Or visit the BISSELL website - www .bissell.com When co[...]

R eplacement parts - BISSELL PowerSteamer Below a list of common replacement parts. While not all of these parts may have come with your specific machine, all are available to you for purchase, if desired. Item P art No. Part Name 1 210-9201 4” Small Area T ool 2 203-6655 Sp ra ying Crevice T ool 3 310-1252 T urboBrush ® 4 214-9131 H ard Floor T[...]

W arranty - BISSELL PowerSteamer 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 Services by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described [...]