Bissell 1887, 1887T User Manual

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Models 1887, 1887T

Warranty..........................................................................2

What’s in the Box? ..................................................... 3

Assembly .........................................................................3

Cleaning Formulas .....................................................4

Filling the 2-in-1 Water Tank .................................5

Cleaning Your Carpet ...............................................6

Using the Ready Tools ............................................. 7

Emptying the 2-in-1 Water Tank .........................8

After-Cleaning Care ..................................................9

Storing Your Machine .............................................10

Troubleshooting ........................................................10

Product Overview

1. Spray Trigger

2. Quick Release™ Cord Wrap

3. Upper Handle

4. Tool Storage (select models)

5. Carry Handle

6. Tank Carry Handle

7. 2-in-1 Water Tank

8. ReadyTools™ Dial

9. Removable Nozzle

10. DirtLifter® PowerBrush

11. Belt Access Door (underside of machine)

12. EdgeSweep® Brushes

Go online for a comprehensive walkthrough of your new purchase!

This guide has everything you need to get ready for first use, including setting up, using and maintaining your machine, but online you’ll find additional resources like tips and troubleshooting, videos, product registration, parts, and more. Go to support.BISSELL.com.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.

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

TO REDUC E THE RISK OF FIRE , ELECTRIC SH OCK OR INJURY:

WARNING

» Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See

grounding instructions. Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.

» Do not leave appliance when it is plugged in. Unplug

from outlet when not in use and before servicing. » Use indoors only. » Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is

necessary when used by or near children. » Do not use for any purpose other than described in this

user guide. Use only manufacturer’s recommended

attachments. » Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not

working as it should, or has been dropped, damaged, left

outdoors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an

authorized service center. » Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a

door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. » Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from

heated surfaces. » Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the

plug, not the cord. » Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands. » Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any

opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair,

and anything that may reduce air flow. » Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body

away from openings and moving parts.

» Turn OFF all controls before plugging or unplugging

appliance. » Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. » Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible

materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in

areas where they may be present. » Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with

vapors given off by oil-based paint, paint thinner, some

moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other

explosive or toxic vapors. » Do not use to pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,

ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.). » Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such

as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. » Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,

screws, coins, etc. » Do not use without filters in place. » Use only BISSELL® cleaning products intended for use

with this appliance to prevent internal component

damage. See the Cleaning Formula section of this guide. » Do not immerse. Use only on surfaces moistened by the

cleaning process. » Keep appliance on a level surface. » Do not carry the appliance while in use. » Always install float before any wet pick-up operation. » Unplug before connecting TurboBrush® Tool. » Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of

suffocation, keep away from children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. COMMERCIAL USE OF THIS UNIT VOIDS THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.

WARNING

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of ele ctrical shock. C heck with a qualifi ed electrician or s ervice person i f you aren’t sure if the o utlet is properly gro unded. DO NOT MODI FY THE PLUG . If it will not fit the outl et, have a proper outle t installed by a qualifi ed electrician . This appliance is d esigned for use on a no minal 120-volt circuit, a nd has a grounding at tachment plug th at looks like the plu g in the illustra tion. Make certai n that the appliance i s connected to an outl et having the same co nfiguration as th e plug. No plug ada pter should be used wi th this appliance.

Warranty

2-Year limited warranty, may vary by state. Visit support.BISSELL.com or call 1-800-237-7691

for complete warranty information.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appl iance must be conne cted to a grounded wiring sys tem. If it should mal function or brea k down, grou nding provides a sa fe path of least resistan ce for electrica l current, reducin g the risk of electr ical shock. The co rd for this applian ce has an equipment-grounding conductor and a groundi ng plug. It must only b e plugged into an outlet tha t is properly instal led and grounded i n accordance with all l ocal codes and ordinances.

Grounded Outlets

Grounding

What’s in the Box?

Standard accessories may vary by model.To identify what should be included with your purchase, please refer to the “Carton Contents” list located on the carton top flap.

Base Handle Screws Tool Holders Tough Stain

Assembly

Go to support.BISSELL.com for assembly videos.

1. Slide Upper Handle onto

lower base and secure with two long screws (taped to Upper Handle) into marked holes.

2. Attach upper hose/cord

wrap to the back of the handle by inserting hook into the slot and pressing up until it’s seated flush with the back of the machine. Use 1 short screw to secure the bottom of the wrap to the machine.

Too l

Spraying

Crevice Tool

Required for Assembly

Phillips-head Screwdriver

3. Attach lower hose/cord

wrap by inserting the hook into the slot and pressing up until it’s seated flush with the back of the machine. Use 2 short screws to secure the bottom hose/cord wrap.

Trial-Size BIS SE LL®

Formula

4. Wrap hose around both

hose/cord wraps. Secure it by inserting the trigger hose grip into opening on the grip holder on the upper hose/cord wrap.

5. Wrap cord around lower

and upper hose/cord wraps. Secure plug to cord with clip on plug.

6. Attach included tools to the

appropriate storage locations on the machine (varies by model).

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Cleaning Formulas

Find more formulas at BISSELL.com.

Keep plenty of BISSELL® formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL formulas in your machine. Other formulas may harm the machine and void the warranty. Do not use Hard Floor Formula on area rugs or carpet.

Clean + Refresh

Powerful cleaning and odor elimination with Febreze freshness

Certain t rademarks us ed under licens e from The Proc ter & Gamble Compa ny or its affilia tes.

Pretreat

Pretreat spots and stains to improve carpet cleaning performance.

PET Stain Pretreat

Removes tough pet stains & odors with Enzyme Action

PET Stain & Odor

Removes tough pet stains

Includes StainProtect protect against future stains

PET PRO OXY Stain Destroyer

Removes tough pet stains & odors with OXY

™

Boost

Add Boost carpet cleaning formula enhancers to any formula to increase its effectiveness.

OXY Boost

Removes old, set-in stains

PRO MAX Clean + Protect

Our most powerful formula for tough, ground-in dirt & stains

Includes StainProtect to protect against future stains

PRO MAX Boost

Add to formula for 2X deep cleaning power

PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator

Our best formula for pet urine stains & odors

Includes StainProtect to protect against future stains

PET OXY Boost

Removes pet stains and odors

WARNING

» To reduce the risk of ﬁ re and electric shock due to internal component damage, use only BISSELL cleaning formula intended for

use with this machine.

» To reduce the risk of ﬁ re and electric shock when cleaning a hard ﬂ oor, the BISSELL bare ﬂ oor tool must be used and is only to be

used with BISSELL Hard Floor Solutions formula intended for use with this appliance.

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