Bissell 1693, 8806 User Manual

PowerSteamer

USER’S GUIDE

1692/1693/1694 PowerSteamer® Series

8805/8806 PowerSteamer

13-14

Consumer Services

Safety Instructions

Product View

Assembly Instructions

5-11

Troubleshooting

Operations / Special Tools

Maintenance

Series

Replacement Parts

Warranty

ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 1ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 1 4/18/05 9:19:48 AM4/18/05 9:19:48 AM

Thanks For Buying A BISSELL PowerSteamer Deep Cleaner

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 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 PowerSteamer.

Mark J. Bissell President and Chief Executive Officer

ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 2ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 2 4/18/05 9:19:51 AM4/18/05 9:19:51 AM

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■

When using an electrical precautions should be observed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using your

POWERSTEAMER®.

appliance, basic

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.

■

Do not immerse

■

Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process

■

Always connect to a properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions

■

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting

■

Do not leave machine when it is plugged in

■

Do not service machine when it is plugged in

■

Do not use with damaged cord or plug

■

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

■

Use indoors only

■

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

■

Do not carry the appliance while in use

■

Do not unplug by pulling on cord-unplug by grasping plug not the cord

■

Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands

■

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

■

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

■

Do not pick up hot or burning objects

■

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

■

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

■

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

■

Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug

■

Do not allow to be used as a toy

■

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

■

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

■

Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments

■

Use only cleaning products formulated by BISSELL for use in this appliance to prevent internal component damage. See the Cleaning fluid Section of this manual

■

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

■

Keep appliance on a level surface

■

Turn off all controls before unplugging

Be extra careful when cleaning stairs

■

Close attention is necessary when used

by or near children

WARNING: The Power Cord on 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.

Grounded

Outlets

Grounding Pin

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 with this appliance.

ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 3ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 3 4/18/05 9:19:51 AM4/18/05 9:19:51 AM

Product View

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, use only BISSELL Advanced Deep Cleaning Formulas in your PowerSteamer. 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 PowerSteamer causing cracking or pitting.

Power Switch

Quick Release Cord Wrap

Power Cord

Lower Cord Wrap

Spray Trigger

™

Floor Nozzle Window

Strain Reliever

™

Handle

Handle Assembly

Lower Body

ReadyTools™ Dial

Belt Access Door

DirtLifter® PowerBrush* *(select models only)

Measuring

Flex Hose

Cup

Tank-in-Tank

™

Easy Rolling Wheels

Handle Release

ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 4ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 4 4/18/05 9:19:52 AM4/18/05 9:19:52 AM

How To Use This Guide

PUSH

This User’s Guide is designed to help you get maximum satisfaction from your PowerSteamer 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.

How To Assemble

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

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

Slide the Handle Assembly (with attached Quick Release Cord

™

) down into the Lower Body until it will go no further.

Wrap

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.

What Comes With Your PowerSteamer

Phillips Head Screw

Tough Stain Brush Tough Stain

16oz. Fiber Cleansing Formula with Scotchgard

™

protector

PreCleaner

™

Keep plenty of BISSELL Advanced Deep Cleaning Formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. Non-BISSELL cleaning solutions may harm your cleaner and void the warranty.

ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 5ug310-5907_1692-1694_205.indd 5 4/18/05 9:19:52 AM4/18/05 9:19:52 AM

+ 11 hidden pages