Bissell 1690 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual
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1. BISSELL Consumer Services For information about repairs or replacement parts or questions about your warranty call BISSELL Consumer Services 1 800 237 7691 Monday Friday 8am 7p m EST Saturday 9am 1pm EST Or write BISSELL INC PO Box 3606 Grand Rapids MI 49501 ATTN Consumer Services When contacting BISSELL have model number of unit available Please record your Model Number Please record your Purchase Date NOTE Please keep your original sales receipt It is your warranty 14 Bissell neen Life s messy Clean it up 1997 BISSELL Inc Grand Rapids Michigan All rights reserved Printed in China Part Number 010 57102. 2 If manufacturer s tag is missing or not coded check with your furniture dealer 3 Check for colorfastness in an inconspicuous place 4 If possible check upholstery stuffing Colored stuffing may bleed through fabric when wet Always vacuum thoroughly before you deep clean If possible move T 0 larger furniture to an area you i will not be cleaning Deep cleaning carpeting and upholstery regularly can reduce dust and allergens in your home Index Safety instructions 2 Product VIEW s s 3 Howto putittogether 4 Howto begin 006 D INdEX E D Deep cleaning carpet 6 7 TE Cleaning bare floors 10 11 Putting itaway 11 Troubleshooting 12 Falls jotequasnehg ances 13 Warranty cece eee 14 Consumer services 14 How to deep clean carpet er ready CO ONS a OI oO N OO WO 1 Unfasten the Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly by lifting from the bottom with your fingers Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding it up the Handle Assembly until it comes free Take Clean Water Tank to sink area remove Clean Water Tank Cap and fill Tank with hot NOT boiling tap water to fill line Replace Cap securely Remove SmartMix Formula Tank Assembly from Clean Water Tank Assembly by grasping bottom with fingers and sliding it out Unscrew SmartMix Formula Tank Cap and Insert Assembly and ad
3. trigger for10 15 seconds Call BISSELL Consumer Services Vacuum not picking up cleaning solution Possible Causes Remedies Loose Triangle Cap Check cap and snap securely into Dirty Water Tank Assembly Dirty Water Tank Assembly Check Tank for proper alignment and not aligned secured secure with side latches Flex Hose Assembly not secure Check fit of Hose at Vacuum Port connections Upholstery Carpet Tool only Poor Tool position Adjust angle apply more downward Upholstery Carpet Tool only pressure Dirty Water Tank Assembly is full Empty Dirty Water Tank Assembly 12 Item Part No 1 17 18 010 9200 010 9201 603 0966 603 0961 603 0910 603 0911 603 0912 603 6110 010 9148 603 0905 010 9130 603 9040 010 1645 603 1640 014 9025 013 2856 010 7059 603 7079 Part numbers and descriptions Part Name Flex Hose Assembly with 4 Upholstery Carpet Tool 4 Upholstery Carpet Tool Assembly 4 Removable Brush 4 Window 6 Upholstery Carpet Tool Assembly 6 Removable Brush 6 Window Spray Tips 2 Spraying Crevice Tool Hose Clip Bare Hoor Cleaning Tool Clean Water Tank Assembly Clean Water Tank Filler Cap Clean Water Tank Cap and Insert Assembly Dirty Water Tank Assembly Dirty Water Tank Triangle Cap Dirty Water Tank Drain Cap Bolts and Nuts 2 each NOTE To order replacement parts or to order parts not originally included in your POWERSTEAMER
4. Slowly move Upholstery Carpet Tool back and forth over soiled surface first using spray only then spray and vacuum finishing with vacuum only NOTE Us the Spraying Crevice Tool optional on some models to spray cleaning solution and remove soil from areas too small to be reached with the Upholstery Carpet Tool 2 Continue to clean soiled area working in small sections until no more dirt can be removed Do not overwet 3 Ifthe machine loses suction and or motor noise rises in pitch turn Power Switch to OFF Check the Dirty Water Tank Assembly and empty the tank if it is full see WHEN YOU RE DONE page 7 4 If spray tip stops spraying turn Power Switch to OFF and check water and cleaning solution levels Refill if needed Never run POWERSTEAMER dry How to clean bare floors Bare Floor J Bottom Front Edge of Cleaning Lower Chassis Snap Together Tool e ZN WARNING tse only BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula in our POWERSTEAMER se of cleaning formulas which contain lemon or pine oil may damage this appliance and void warranty Chemical spot cleaners or solvent based soil removers Should not be used These products may react with the plastic materials used in your POWERSTEAMER causing cracking or pitting Getting ready NOTE Your POWERSTEAMER is not recommended for cleaning wood floors m Use only BISSELL Foor Cleansing Formula on no wax floors Never use BISSELL
5. model call BISSELL Consumer Services 1 800 237 7691 Monday Friday 8am 7 p m EST Saturday 9am 1pm EST tii Fe rean L UT Cerin ce LUT it ram m m iar e AALEN UTC a ry Me i w il AY ri a A 13 About your warranty This warranty gives you specific legal nights 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 call BISSELL Consumer Services One Year Warranty BISSELL Inc upon receipt of the product will repair or replace free of charge any part which is defective or malfunctioning within one year of the purchase date provided that it is used for personal and not commercial or rental service If the deep cleaner cannot be repaired BISSELL Inc will replace or refund the full price y your BISSELL product should require service 1 Call BISSELL Consumer Services 1 800 237 7691 for referral to an authorized BISSELL Service Center 2 If there is not an authorized BISSELL Service Center in your area a BISSELL Consumer Services Representative will issue you a Return Authorization Number 3 Return the machine with a photocopy of proof of purchase Your dated sales receipt is your warranty do not send original Insure the machine when shipping for your protection from loss
6. Fiber Cleansing Formula or other carpet cleaners on bare floors m Sweep before starting m Remove old wax before cleaning m eave an exit path m Allow at least 1 2 hour drying time N 10 11 Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly and Dirty Water Tank Assembly Tip POWERSTEAMER back for easier access to Nozzle Attach Bare Floor Cleaning Tool to Nozzle with strip facing forward as shown Align front edges and snap together Tip Handle Assembly back by pressing Release Pedal on left side of Lower Chassis and pulling back on Handle Assembly Take Clean Water Tank to sink area remove Clean Water Tank Cap and fill Tank with hot NOT boiling tap water to fill line Replace Cap securely Remove SmartMix Formula Tank Assembly from Clean Water Tank Assembly by grasping bottom with fingers and sliding it out Unscrew SmartMix Formula Tank Cap and Insert Assembly and add BISSELL Hoor Cleansing Formula to fill line Reclose Cap tightly Slide SmartMix bottle back into position in Clean Water Tank Assembly Replace Clean Water Tank Assembly Slide Tank down front of Handle Assembly until it fits snugly against top of Lower Chassis Secure with Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly Replace Dirty Water Tank Assembly Select SmartClean setting m WATER ONLY Use for gentle cleaning or for optional rinsing following cleaning m NORMAL Water and Floor Cleansing Form
7. R assembly instructions and part names Locate and Upright Deep Cleaner You ll find assembly organize all parts before assembly Familiarize instructions for all cleaning tasks safety yourself with the parts and where they go precautions pre cleaning tips and maintenance Following the Guide will greatly enhance your and troubleshooting instructions Please read this ability to get top performance from your cleaner Guide thoroughly before assembling your cleaner for many years How to put it together The only thing you will need to assemble your cleaner is a Phillips head screwdriver Your POWERSTEAMER is packaged as two primary components the Lower Chassis and the Handle Assembly Also included is a 10 Hex Hose Assembly and Upholstery Carpet Tool Additional attachments are included on some models Handle Assembly Slide Handle Assembly with attached Hose Rack Cord Holder down onto Lower Chassis until it will go no further Secure by placing two 2 Phillips Head 3 bolts into front of Handle Assembly and into hex nuts at back of Lower Chassis unit as shown Power Cord Wrap Power Cord around upper and lower Cord Holders and secure Plug to Cord with molded clip NOTE Your POWERSTEAMER features a Cord Quick Release To easily release Power Cord rotate upper Cord Holder and remove Cord Use clip at back of Handle Assembly to secure Power Cord when using cleaner Flex Hose Assembly Coil Flex Hose Assembl
8. User s Guide Models 1690 and 1695 Assembly Bissell a ety Storage Thanks for buying a BISSELL POWERSTEAMER Upright Deep Cleaner We re glad you purchased a BISSELL POWERSTEAMER Upright Deep Cleaner Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete high tech home cleaning system Your POWERSTEAMER is well made and we back it with a full one year warranty We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable dedicated Consumer Services department so should you ever have a problem you ll receive fast considerate assistance 7 8 ITITI My great grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876 Today BISSELL is a global leader in the design manufacture and service of high quality homecare products like your POWERSTEAMER Thanks again from all of us at BISSELL Am eA 4 KO Mark J Bissell President and Chief Executive Officer r LL bec en SmartClean System Multi motor system for more cleaning power SmartMix automatically adjusts formula to specific cleaning need Floating brush suspension adjusts to all floor surfaces On board tools for above floor cleaning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Grounded ip Outlets i Grounding Pin How to use this guide This User s Guide has been designed to help you get Pay particular attention to the assembly diagram maximum satisfaction from your POWERSTEAME
9. a to fill line Reclose Cap tightly Slide SmartMix bottle back into position in Clean Water Tank Assembly Replace Clean Water Tank Assembly Slide Tank down front of Handle Assembly until it fits snugly against top of Lower Chassis Secure with Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly Lp ee p ZN WARNING no not lay unit on its back with Clean 15 Select SmartClean setting Water Tank Assembly WATER ONLY Use for gentle cleaning of delicate in place Do not tip fabrics or for optional rinsing following cleaning Wa Si oe e NORMAL Water and Fiber Cleansing Formula are in place mixed to optimize normal cleaning Use for everyday dirt and soil conditions HIGH TRAFFIC Water and Fiber Cleansing Formula are mixed to optimize heavy cleaning Use for entryways A WARNING m hallways heavy soil and stains iain Formula in This setting may require more frequent refilling on the your POWERSTEAMER SmartMix bottle H cleaning formulas which contain lemon 16 Unwrap Power Cord from Cord Holder and plug into or pine oil may damage 120 Volt 60 Fz grounded outlet as described in Important this appliance and void Safety Instructions page 2 warranty Chemical spot If cleaner starts when first cleaners or solvent plugged in switch off until fi eerie Ge vee ready for use These products may i react with the plastic materials used in your POWERSTEAMER causing cracking or pitting 1
10. d BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula to fill line Reclose Cap tightly Slide SmartMix Formula Tank Assembly back into position in Clean Water Tank Assembly Replace Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding Tank down the front of the Handle Assembly until it fits snugly against top of Lower Chassis Secure with Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly Select SmartClean setting m WATER ONLY Use for gentle cleaning of delicate fabrics or for optional rinsing following cleaning m NORMAL Water and Fiber Cleansing Formula are mixed to optimize normal cleaning Use for everyday dirt and soil conditions m HIGH TRAFFIC Water and Fiber Cleansing Formula are mixed to optimize heavy cleaning Use for entryways hallways heavy soil and stains This setting may require more frequent refilling on the SmartMix bottle Unwrap Power Cord from Cord Holder and plug into 120 Volt 60 Hz grounded outlet as described in Important Safety Instructions page 2 If cleaner starts when first plugged in switch cleaner OFF O until ready for use Pre treating optional Pre treat highly soiled carpet such as hallways and other high traffic areas 2 3 Z WAR Move POWERSTEAMER to an area to be cleaned Move 3 position Power Switch to the PRE TREAT I position to activate solution pump Press Release Pedal on Left side of Lower Chassis with foot Pull Trigger on Handle Assembly to spray cleaning
11. g tum Power Switch to OFF and on of soiled liquid check water and cleaning solution levels Refill if needed A special Le ald in the tank will cause Never run POWERSTEAMER dry the cleaner to stop removing solution from carpet and the motor sound to rise in pitch When youre done when the Dirty Water 1 Tum Power Switch to OFF 0 position Renn eae nna Unplug Power Cord from outlet tank will damage unit f 3 Remove and empty Clean Water Tank Assembly 4 Press Release Pedal and tip Handle Assembly back with Handle Assembly 5 Release Dirty Water Tank Latch Assembly at bottom of Lower Chassis 6 Carefully litt Dirty Water Tank Assembly from Lower Chassis using Carry Handle Assembly 7 Carry Tank to a toilet or sink turn Circular Cap at back of unit counterclockwise to open and pour to empty 8 Fill Dirty Water Tank Assembly with clean water Rinse thoroughly and discard water 9 Remove Dirty Water Tank Triangle Lid and flush suction opening with clean water Replace cover Replace Circular Cap by turning clockwise 10 Replace Clean Water Tank Assembly on Handle Assembly and secure with side latches 11 Replace Dirty Water Tank Assembly on Lower Chassis and secure with Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly 12 See PUITING IT AWAY on page 11 How to clean upholstery and small areas Getting ready L CO O BY Check upholstery stuffing before cleaning Colored stuffing may bleed through fabric when we
12. not tip up foot with Dirty Water Tank Assembly in place Putting it away 1 Follow instructions in WHEN YOU RE DONE page 7 2 Disconnect Solution Tube Connector by turning it counter clockwise and gently pulling it straight from port Remove Flex Hose Assembly from Dirty Water Tank CO Triangle port Replace Dirty Water Tank Triangle Lid OI A gt of POWERSTEAMER oO Coil Flex Hose Assembly in Hose Rack on back Rinse Tools in clean running water dry and replace as shown in HOWTO PUT IT TOGETHER page 4 7 Wrap Power Cord around Cord Holder on back of POWERSTEAMER 8 Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth 9 Store cleaner upright in a protected dry area NOTE You may have water remaining in the Clean Water Tank Assembly and BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula remaining in the SmartMix dispenser Never leave clean water in the Clean Water Tank Assembly or soiled solution in the Dirty Water Tank Assembly 11 Troubleshooting Reduced spray or no spray Possible Causes Remedies Clean Water Tank Assembly empty Refill Tank SmartMix dispenser empty Fill with BISSELL Fiber Cleansing A WARNING Formula See eee _ Spray Nozzle clogged Clean Spray Nozzle injury unplug from outlet before servicing Pump not operating properly Check electrical plug Power switch on Tum POWERSTEAMER off and hold Trigger for 10 15 seconds Tum Power Switch to CLEAN position and hold
13. solution as you move cleaner over soiled areas Slowly move cleaner back and forth over car pet surface one time while depressing Trigger Do not overwet Wait 5 10 minutes before full cleaning NI NG Use only BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula in our POWERSTEAMER se of cleaning formulas which contain lemon or pine oil may damage this appliance and void warranty Chemical spot cleaners or solvent based soil removers Should not be used These products may react with the plastic materials used in your POWERSTEAMER causing cracking or pitting a cleaning 1 Move Power Switch to CLEAN II position to activate solution pump and vacuum motor T D i 2 Press Release Pedal on left side of Lower Chassis with foot Deep cleaning 3 Slowly move cleaner back and forth over carpet surface stairs and high one time while depressing Trigger Do not overwet traffic areas on a 4 Repeat motion over same area without depressing Trigger o sas 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until no more dirt can be removed life 6 Continue to clean entire carpet working in 3 x 4 sections 7 Empty the Dirty Water Tank Assembly when dirty water reaches the full line 8 Ifthe machine loses suction and or motor noise rises in pitch tum Power Switch to OFF Check the Dirty Water AN WARNI NG ee Tank Assembly and empty the tank if it is full see WHEN Ass euibly holds YOU RE DONE page 7 approximately one 9 If floor nozzle stops sprayin
14. t oO Ol Co N Co Unfasten the Clean Water Tank Assembly by lifting from the bottom with your fingers Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding it up the Handle Assembly until it comes free Remove Flex Hose Assembly from back of unit Tip 4 Tip Handle Assembly back by pressing Release Pedal on left side of Lower Chassis and pulling back on Handle Assembly Lift Dirty Water Tank Triangle Lid by pulling back on rear latch with finger Place triangle shaped end of Hex Hose Assembly in Dirty Water Tank Triangle port by placing wide bottom end in first then pushing latch end in until it snaps into place Tip Handle Assembly back to its full upright position Place Solution Tube Connector into the port at the lower left side of the Handle Assembly Place tabs on Connector into notches in port then turm clockwise to secure Make certain Solution Tube is securely fastened to Connector Select Upholstery Carpet Tool or Spraying Crevice Tool and attach to Flex Hose Assembly using the button in hole method Take Clean Water Tank to sink area remove Clean Water Tank Cap and fill Tank with hot NOT boiling tap water to fill line Replace Cap securely Remove SmartMix Formula Tank Assembly from Clean Water Tank Assembly by grasping bottom with fingers and sliding it out Unscrew SmartMix Formula Tank Cap and Insert Assembly and add BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formul
15. ula are mixed to optimize normal cleaning Use for everyday dirt and soil conditions m HIGH TRAFFIC Water and Floor Cleansing Formula are mixed to optimize heavy cleaning Use for entryways hallways heavy soil and stains This setting may require more frequent refilling on the SmartMix bottle 13 Unwrap Power Cord from Cord Retainer and plug into 120 Volt 60 Hz grounded outlet as described in Important Safety Instructions page 2 Cleaning 1 Slowly move the Bare Floor Cleaning Tool back and forth over soiled surface one time while depressing Trigger Do not overwet 2 Repeat motion over same area without depressing Trigger 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until no more dirt can be removed 4 If machine loses suction and or noise rises in pitch turn Power Switch to OFF Check the Dirty Water Tank Assembly and empty the tank if it is full see WHEN YOU RE DONE page 7 5 If spray tip stops spraying tum Power Switch to OFF and check water and cleaning solution levels Refill if needed Never run POWERSTEAMER dry AN WARNING the Dirty Water Tank Assembly holds Rape ge one allon of soiled liquid special float device in the tank will cause the cleaner to stop removing solution from carpet and the motor sound to rise in pitch when the Dirty Water Tank Assembly is full Failure to empty full tank will damage unit A WARNING po not lay unit on its back with Clean Water Tank Assembly in place Do
16. y on back of POWERSTEAMER using the hose racks to guide and secure the Hose Upholstery Carpet Tool Connect Upholstery Carpet Tool to end of Flex Hose Assembly by depressing the button at the end of the Hose Slide the Tool over the Hose end until the button snaps into place in hole in Tool Secure Hose Tool unit in clamp at upper right side Spraying Crevice Tool Clip Spraying Crevice Tool to Flex Hose Assembly just below the Upholstery Carpet Tool using the Spraying Crevice Tool Hose Clip Assembly is now complete 4 How to begin Deep cleaning carpet 1 Plan activities to give carpet time to dry 2 Remove easily moved furniture chairs lamps coffee cocktail tables etc from room 3 Vacuum carpet thoroughly 4 Decide where to begin and end your job Clean in 3 x 4 sections starting in areas farthest from exit Plan to leave a path open to empty soiled water and refill cleaner 5 Carpeting will dry in three to four hours depending on carpet style and air circulation in room Afloor fan speeds drying 6 Replace furniture on damp carpeting by placing waxed paper under furniture legs until floor dries completely Deep cleaning upholstery 1 Check manufacturer s tag before cleaning W or WS on the tag means you can use your POWERSTEAMER If tag is coded with an X or S with diagonal strike through or ei Dry Clean Only do not proceed Do not use on velvet or silk
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