PowerSteamer®
U S E R ’ S G U I D E
1692/1693/1694 PowerSteamer® Series
8805/8806 PowerSteamer® Series
3 Safety Instructions
4 Product View
5 Assembly Instructions
5-11 Operations / Special Tools
11 Maintenance
13-14 Troubleshooting
14 Consumer Services
15 Replacement Parts
16 Warranty
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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.
President and Chief Executive Officer
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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 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.
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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
Floor Nozzle
Window
Measuring |
Flex Hose |
Cup |
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Tank-in-Tank™
Easy Rolling |
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Wheels |
Handle |
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Release |
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Strain Reliever
Handle™
Handle
Assembly
Lower Body
ReadyTools™
Dial
Belt Access
Door
DirtLifter® PowerBrush* *(select models only)
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How To Use This Guide
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:
1.Slide the Handle Assembly (with attached Quick Release Cord Wrap™) down into the Lower Body until it will go no further.
2.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
PUSH
Tough Stain Brush 16oz. Fiber Cleansing |
Tough Stain |
Formula with |
PreCleaner™ |
Scotchgard™ protector |
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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.
Phillips
Head
Screw
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