Bissell 86T3 Owner's Manual

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USER GUIDE

BIG GREEN DEEP

CLEANING MACHINE

86T3 SERIES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR DEEP CLEANER.

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

WARNING

To reduce The risk of fire,
elecTric shock, or injury:

» 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 ’s

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.
» Always install float before any wet

pick-up operation.

» 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 open-

ings. 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 plug-

ging 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 base 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.

» Use only BISSELL cleaning

products intended for use
with this appliance to prevent
internal component damage.
See the Cleaning Fluid section
of this guide.

» Unplug before connecting

TurboBrush Tool.

» Do not immerse. Use only on

surfaces moistened by the

cleaning process.
» Keep appliance on a level surface.
» Do not use without intake screen

filter in place.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE

This model is for household use only.

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 illustration. 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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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

Th for buying a BISSELL dp cleer

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

Your BISSELL deep cleaner is well
made, and we back it with a limited
five-year warranty. We also stand
behind it with a knowledgeable,
dedicated Consumer Care
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 BISSELL deep cleaner.

Thanks again, from all of us
at BISSELL.

Safety Instructions...........2

Product View................4

Assembly ...................5

Operations ................5-9

Maintenance & Care ......10-11

Troubleshooting ............12

Replacement Parts .........13

Accessories ................14

Warranty ...................15

Consumer Care.............15

Product Registration........16

Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO

Tips

» Deep cleaning stairs and high-trac areas on a regular

basis helps prolong carpet life.

» Check upholstery stung before cleaning. Colored

stung may bleed through the fabric when it
becomes wet.

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» Before turning o the machine, suction up clean

water to thoroughly rinse out the interior of the flex
hose. Then, lift the cleaning tool and point it upwards
to drain any remaining water into the dirty water/
collection tank.

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Product View

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1 Spray Trigger
2 Power Cord
3 Adjustable Handle
4 Hose Latch
5 Tank Carry Handle
6 Flow Indicator
7 Solution Hose Connection
8 Dirty Water Tank

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9 Front Carry Handle
10 Clean Water Tank
11 Spray Trigger
12 Power Switch
13 Upper Handle Release
14 Back Carry Handle
15 Recline Handle

Asmbly

Your BISSELL deep cleaning machine comes
with no assembly required!

Operatis

WARNING

Do not plug in your deep cleaner until
you are familiar with all instructions and
operating procedures.

Cleaning fluid

Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL 2X formula on
hand so you can clean and protect whenever it

fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL
deep cleaning formulas. Non-BISSELL
cleaning solutions may harm the machine and
will void the warranty.

Professional

Deep Cleaning

Best for

2X Concentrated X X X X X

Scotchgard™ Protection

*ONLY BISSELL Protects from future stains with Scotchgard™ Protector

Scotchgard™ is a trademark of 3M®.

Out Cleans

all other
formulas

®

Pet Stain & Odor

Removes tough pet
stains and contains

patented odor

removal technology

X X X

Deep Clean

& Protect

Deep cleans carpets

and protects from
future stains with

Scotchgard™ Protector

Allergen Cleansing Spring Breeze Tough Stain Pretreat

Helps remove pet &

pollen allergens

Powerful
cleaning with a
refreshing scent

Before you clean

1. Move furniture to another area if cleaning the
entire room (optional).

2. Vacuum area with a dry vacuum cleaner
thoroughly before deep cleaning.

3. Plan your cleaning route to leave an exit
path. It is best to begin cleaning in the corner
farthest from your exit.

4. Pretreating (optional) is recommended to
improve cleaning effectiveness for heavily soiled
carpet in high traffic areas such as entryways
and hallways.

a. Spray the BISSELL Tough Stain

Pre-Cleaner formula onto high traffic areas,
soiled areas or stains.

b. Allow to penetrate for at least three

minutes.

c. Clean as normal using your BISSELL deep

cleaning machine, following the instructions
on page 6.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock
due to internal component damage, use
only BISSELL cleaning fluids intended for use
with the deep cleaner.

Pretreat to

penetrate

and loosen

tough stains

ATTENTION

Some Berber carpets have a tendency to fuzz
with wear. Repeated strokes in the same area
with an ordinary vacuum or deep cleaner
may aggravate this condition. Please see Stain
Removal instructions on page 11.

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