Bissell 1620 User Manual

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PowerLifter® Plus

USER’S GUIDE

MODEL 1620

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Routine Maintenance

12-16

Troubleshooting

17-18

Warranty

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Replacement Parts

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Consumer Services

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Thanks for Buying a BISSELL PowerLifter Plus Deep Cleaner

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL PowerLifter Plus Deep Cleaner.
Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction
of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

Your PowerLifter Plus is well made, and we back it with a limited
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.

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 PowerLifter Plus.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.

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Use only cleaning products formulated by
BISSELL for use in this appliance.

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Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.

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Keep appliance on a level surface.

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Turn off all controls before unplugging.

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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

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Close attention is necessary when used by

or near children.

WARNING: The power cord in this product
contains lead, a chemical known to the State of

California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Commercial use of this unit voids the
manufacturer’s warranty.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be connected to a grounded
wiring system. If it should malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a safe path of least
resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk
of electrical shock. The cord for this appliance
has an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. It must only be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING:

Improper connection
of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electrical shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service person
if you aren’t sure if the outlet is properly
grounded. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. If
it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is designed for use on a
nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a
grounding attachment plug that looks like
the plug in the drawing above. Make cer­tain that the appliance is connected to an
outlet having the same configuration as
the plug. No plug adapter should be used

When using an electrical

appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including
the following:

Read all instructions before using your
POWERLIFTER® PLUS.

WARNING:To reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock, or injury:

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Do not immerse.

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Use only on surfaces moistened by

cleaning process.

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Always connect to a properly grounded outlet.
See Grounding Instructions.

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Unplug from outlet when not in use and before

conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.

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Do not leave machine when it is plugged in.

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Do not service machine when it is plugged in.

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Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

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If appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, have it repaired at an
authorized Service Center.

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Use Indoors only.

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Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close door on cord, pull cord around
sharp corners or edges, run appliance over
cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces.

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Do not carry the appliance while in use.

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Do not unplug by pulling on cord. Unplug by
grasping the plug, not the cord.

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Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

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Do not put any object into appliance openings,
use with blocked opening, or restrict air flow.

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Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers
or body parts to openings or moving parts.

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Do not pick up hot or burning objects.

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Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

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Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled
with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner,
some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or
other explosive or toxic vapors.

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Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).

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Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.

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Do not allow to be used as a toy.

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Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this User’s Guide.

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Do not operate the appliance unless the belt door
is securely assembled in the location provided.

Grounded

Outlets

Grounding Pin

Handle

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DirtLifter

®

PowerBrush

Spray
Trigger

Easy Rolling
Wheels

ReadyTools

™

Dial

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, use only
BISSELL Deep Cleaning Formulas
in your PowerLifter Plus. Use of
cleaning formulas that 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
PowerLifter Plus causing cracking
or pitting.

Power Cord

Belt Access
Door

Floor Nozzle
Window

Power
Switch

Flex Hose

Handle
Release

Tank-in-Tank

™

Quick Release
Cord Wrap

™

Lower Cord
Wrap

Strain Reliever
Handle

™

Handle
Assembly

Lower Body

Flex Hose
Storage
Bracket

Lower Handle

SmartMix

®

Switch

SmartMix

®

Bottle

Flow Indicator

Tough Stain Tool

16 oz. Fiber
Cleansing Starter

ACCESSORIES

Tough
Stain
Tool

This User’s Guide is designed to help you get maximum
satisfaction from your PowerLifter Plus Deep Cleaner. Enclosed you’ll
find assembly instructions for cleaning tasks, safety precautions,
cleaning tips, maintenance and troubleshooting information. Please
read this Guide thoroughly before assembling and using your cleaner.
Pay particular attention to the assembly diagram, assembly instruc­tions, and part names. Locate and organize all parts before assembly.
Familiarize yourself with all parts and features and how they operate.
Following the Guide will enhance your ability to get top performance
from your cleaner for many years.

If you have any questions, or comments please call
BISSELL Consumer Services at 1-800-237-7691.

Your PowerLifter Plus assembles in two quick steps. The only
tool you will need to assemble your cleaner is a Phillips head

screwdriver.

Your PowerLifter Plus is packaged as two primary components: the
Lower Body and the Handle Assembly. To assemble:

Slide the Handle Assembly (with attached Quick Release
Cord Wrap™) down into the Lower Body until it will go
no further.

Secure the handle by placing one (1) Phillips head
screw (supplied) through the screw opening in the Lower
Body and into the rear of the Handle Assembly. Tighten with
screwdriver until secure.

Assembly is now complete.

Always use BISSELL Deep Cleaning Formulas. Non-BISSELL cleaning

solutions may harm your cleaner and void the warranty.

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How To Assemble Your PowerLifter Plus

How to Use This Guide

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2.

Phillips
Head
Screw

What Comes With Your PowerLifter Plus

Tough Stain Tool 16 oz. Fiber Cleansing

Formula

™

with

Scotchgard protection

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The Basics: How Your PowerLifter Plus Works

Tip:

Deep cleaning
carpeting and
upholstery
regularly can
reduce dust
and allergens in
your home.

Power

The Power Switch controls power to the machine.

The powered brush roll at the Floor Nozzle is designed to enhance
cleaning performance. The bristle pattern lifts out the deep down
dirt while gently grooming carpet fibers. The floating suspension
self-adjusts to all carpet heights and protects your carpet while in
use. When the machine handle is in the fully upright position, the
CarpetSaver

™

feature automatically raises the brush off the carpet.

Provides custom control for each cleaning job.

Lift the SmartMix concentrate bottle up and out of the
machine base.

Turn the bottle over so the valve cap is in an upward
position. Unscrew the cap and fill the bottle to the mark
with BISSELL Deep Cleaning Formula.

Replace the cap until snug.

Replace SmartMix Bottle.

Choose the SmartMix setting that fits the cleaning job.

WATER ONLY – Provides gentle cleaning or a final
rinse after cleaning.

NORMAL – Automatically provides the best mix of
water and concentrate for most cleaning jobs.

HIGH TRAFFIC – Automatically mixes the right
amount of water and concentrate to dissolve tough
grime and heavy soil.

NOTE: Residual cleaning materials left in carpet
from other products may cause excessive
foaming when picked up. If foam is overflowing
tank, move SmartMix Dial to “WATER ONLY”
position until the condition stops.

NOTE: Both the SmartMix Bottle and the clean
water tank must have liquid in them for the
machine to spray. If one is empty, the machine
will temporarily lose its prime and not apply
either cleaning solution or water.

Important: If you are using the WATER ONLY setting, be sure
to fill the SmartMix Bottle with water also!

DirtLifter®Powerbrush

SmartMix

®

WARNING:

To reduce the risk
of fire, electric
shock or injury
unplug from outlet
before servicing.

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FF

ON

ON

OFF

Power
Switch

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2.

3.

4.

5.

SmartMix
Bottle

SmartMix
Dial

When filling bottle o
storing unit, set

Dial to:

HIGH

TRAFFIC

WATER

ONLY

NORMAL