Bissell 1697-W User Manual

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3 Safety Instructions Product View / Accessories Assembly Features / Operations Troubleshooting / 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_16...

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2 We’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. Your PowerSteamer is well made, and we back it with a limi...

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3 3 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your POWERSTEAMER ® WARNING: To reduce t...

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4 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 Optional Accessories: Spraying Crevice Tool 3” Tough Stain Brush 4” Upholstery Tool PreTreat Wand TurboBrush ® Hard Floor Tool Mesh Tool Bag (bag only) These items are available for purchase with your model. To o...

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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...

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This user’s guide has been designed to help you get the utmost satisfaction from your BISSELL PowerSteamer. You’ll find assembly and operat- ing instructions, safety precautions, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting instructions. Please...

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Your BISSELL PowerSteamer is a home cleaning system that uses a combination of hot tap water, BISSELL advanced cleaning formula and suction to safely clean carpets and upholstery. DirtLifter ® PowerBrush The DirtLifter PowerBrush is designed to ...

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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 wh...

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Fill the 2-in-1 water tank 1. Release the handle and lay the machine handle back to access the Tank. 2. Remove the tank from the base of the machine by lifting the tank carry handle. 3. Carry like a bucket to the sink. Rotate the handle forward...

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Choose the SmartMix setting Simply choose one of the 3 settings • High Traffic • 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:...

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Operation Empty The 2-in-1 water tank 1. Remove the 2-in-1 water 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 water. Remove the top of the tank ...

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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 ...

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Your PowerSteamer machine comes equipped with a hose and at least one attachment for cleaning stairs, upholstery, and more. 1. Important! If using to clean Upholstery, check Upholstery Tags. A. Check manufacturer’s tag before cleaning. “W...

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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 a...

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Hard floor cleaning Your 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 w...

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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 cleaning. 3. The filter may be clogged. ...

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Troubleshooting 17 www.bissell.com 800.237.7691 DirtLifter PowerBrush does not turn. Possible Cause Remedies 1. The Brush Belt or Pump Belt 1. Turn the machine OFF (O) and unplug is off or broken. from the outlet. To check if the brush ...

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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 ...

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Replacement 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 Part No. Part Name 1 210-9201 4�...

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Warranty - 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 ma...