Bissell FLIP-IT 5200 User Manual

USER’S GUIDE

5200 Series

Thanks

Consumer Services

Safety Instructions

Product View

Features / Assembly

Operation

Clean-Up / Storage

Troubleshooting

Replacement Parts

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About Your Warranty

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®

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Flip-It

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

Your Flip-It 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 Flip-It.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Flip-It

®

For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about
your warranty, call:

BISSELL Consumer Services

1-800-237-7691

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET
Saturday 9 a.m. — 9 p.m. ET

Or write:

BISSELL HOMECARE, INC
PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids MI 49501
ATTN: Consumer Services

Or visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.com

When contacting BISSELL, have model number of unit available.
Please record your Model Number: ___________________
Please record your Purchase Date: ___________________

NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of date of purchase
in the event of a warranty claim. See "About Your Warranty" on page 12 for details.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including the
following:
Read all instructions before using your

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Flip-It
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:

WARNING:

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Use indoors only .

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Do not leave FLIP-IT® when it is plugged in.

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Do not service FLIP-IT® when it is plugged in.

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Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

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Do not use FLIP-IT® if it has been dropped,

damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water,
have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

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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 handle FLIP-IT® 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 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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Connect to a properly grounded outlet only

See Grounding Instructions.

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Unplug from outlet when not in use and before

conducting maintenance or trouble shooting.

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Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

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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 to prevent
internal component damage. See Cleaning
Fluid Section of the manual.

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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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Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord.

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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

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Do not use without filter in place.

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Close attention is necessary when used by or

near children

WARNING The Power Cord of this unit

contains chemicals, including lead, known in the
state of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

Wash hand after handling

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.

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.

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.

This model is for household use only.

Grounded

Outlets

Product View

Carry
Handle

On/Off
Switch

Clean
Tank

Pleated
Filter

Spray
Trigger

Cord
Clip

Quick Release
Cord Wrap

Power
Cord

Wet Vacuum
Suction Path

Dirty
Tank

Removable
Gentle Clean™
Brush & Pad

Removable
Wet Clean™
Nozzle

CAUTION: Do not over wet the floor. Apply solution by

depressing the trigger on the forward stroke only and release the
trigger on the rearward stroke. Over wetting the floor surface may
cause delamination of certain laminated flooring materials.

Dry Vacuum
Suction Path

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Specialized Cleaning Features

Included with the purchase of your Flip It are the
following Specialized Cleaning Accessories…

The Flip-It was designed to give the user the
ability to easily change between the Gentle
Clean™ Brushes and Pads.

The Gentle Clean™ Brush is recommended for

1.

use on Hard Floor surfaces such as tile, vinyl,
slate or surfaces that have grout or crevices
where dirt and grime collect.

The Gentle Clean™ Pad is intended for use

2.

on more delicate surfaces such as sealed
hardwood, laminates or vinyl.

WARNING:

Do Not plug in your
cleaner until you have
completely assembled
it per the following
instructions and
operating procedures.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire,
use only BISSELL Hard
and Wood Floor Cleaning
Solutions in your Flip-It.
Use of cleaning formulas
which contain lemon
or pine oil may damage
this appliance and void
the warranty. Chemical
spot cleaners or solvent
based soil removers
should not be used.
These products may
react with the plastic
materials used in your
Flip-It causing cracking
or pitting.

The Pleated Filter, located in the lid of the Dirty

3.

Tank should be cleaned periodically.

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Putting It Together

Assembling your new BISSELL Flip-It is a simple
2 Step Process:

NOTE: Remove clean tank from unit first.

Insert the Handle into the top of the unit, making

1.

sure the Spray Trigger is on the Wet Vacuum side.
Make sure the screw opening in the handle is
aligned with the hole in the housing of the unit.

Insert screw; gently screw in until tight with the

2.

body of the unit.

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2.

How To Use Your Flip-It Hard Floor Cleaner

Getting Ready

Remove the Clean Tank from the machine.

1.

Unscrew the Black cap on the bottom of the

2.

solution tank and remove the insert.

Filling the Clean Tank:

3.

Fill with BISSELL Formula to the Formula fill
line and fill with Water to the Water Line. Replace
the Valve and Cap Assembly. Place the full tank
back into the unit.

Inserting The Gentle Clean™ Brush or Pad

The first time you use your unit, the Gentle Clean™
Pad will be in the unit. Based on your flooring
type and personal preference, you may want to
change to the Gentle Clean™ Brush.

Cleaning Fluid Section

Tip:

When using a
Dry Gentle Clean™
Pad, you may
want to get it
slightly damp by
squeezing the
trigger to saturate
the pad. This will
aid in the flow of
water and formula
to clean sticky
grime and spots.

Tip:

When plugging
the unit in, make
sure to hook the
power cord into
the Cord Clip. This
will help guide the
power cord when
you flip from Dry
to Wet Cleaning.

Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL Hard and Wood
Floor Cleaning Solutions on hand so you can clean
when it fits your schedule. Always use genuine
BISSELL cleaning formulas.

WARNING:

To Reduce the Risk of Fire and Electric Shock
due to internal componet damage, use only
BISSELL cleaning fluids intended for use
with the hard floor cleaner.

32 oz.
0482

32 oz.
0484

Tip:

Use only specially
formulated
BISSELL Hard
Floor and Wood
Floor Solutions
formula.
Non-BISSELL
cleaning formulas
may harm the
machine and void
the warranty.

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Dry Vacuuming

With the Dry Side of the unit facing forward, turn
the unit on and begin cleaning.

You will see dry dirt, crumbs and debris being
collected in the Dirty Tank. You do not have to
empty the dry debris before wet cleaning.

Flipping from Dry to Wet Cleaning

To change from dry vacuuming, to wet cleaning
simply flip the unit around!

The Gentle Clean™ Brush or Pad and Squeegee
will automatically be lowered to effectively clean
and Dry all your Hard Floor Surfaces.

Tip:

To extend the life of your
filter and to maintain
maximum dry suction,
check the filter for lint and
debris frequently

Wet Cleaning/Vacuuming

Tip:

To begin Wet Cleaning, simply pull the Spray
Trigger. Water and Formula will be dispensed
through the Gentle Clean™ Brush or Pad.

To maximize the area to be cleaned, it is
recommended that the Spray Trigger is
squeezed on the forward stroke and released on
the rearward stroke.

To make sure water and
formula are flowing,
squeeze the Spray Trigger
without the Gentle Clean™
Brush or Pad Inserted. You
should see a light stream
of water and formula dis­pensed unto the floor.

CAUTION:

Do not over wet the floor. Apply
solution by depressing the
trigger on the forward stroke
only and release the trigger
on the rearward stroke. Over
wetting the floor surface may
cause delamination of certain
laminated flooring materials.

This will dispense water and formula going
forward and on the pull back, the squeegee will

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leave the floor essentially dry and ready to walk on.

Dirty Tank Is Full

Tip:

While Wet Cleaning, you will see dirty water
collected in the Dirty Tank. When the Tank is full, the
white Float in the Dirty Tank will rise to the top,
making a noticeable sound to let you know it is time to
empty the Dirty Tank.

When You're Finished

Emptying the Dirty Tank

Remove the Dirty Tank Lid. Then dump the dirty water and
debris into the sink, toilet, laundry tub or outside. Rinse the
tank out with warm water and replace it in the unit.

Checking The Filter

While the Dirty Tank is out of the unit, remove the
Pleated Filter from the top of the tank. Remove dirt and
debris from the pleats by gently tapping the filter over
the wastebasket or outside.

Remove dirt and debris from the pleats by gently tapping
the filter over the wastebasket or outside. The Pleated
Filter can also be rinsed under water to clean.

NOTE: If the Pleated Filter is rinsed with warm
water to clean, it is recommended to leave it out of
the unit to air dry before placing it back in the unit.

While using the Flip-It in the
Wet Cleaning mode, make
sure to listen for the change
in the sound to alert you
when the Dirty Tank is full.

Tip:

If there are large pieces of
debris in the water, you may
not want to empty the tank
into your sink.

WARNING:

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

Cleaning The Gentle Clean™ Brush or Pad

Gentle Clean™Brush

Remove the Brush from the unit and rinse under
warm water.

Gentle Clean™Pad

Remove the Gentle Clean™ Pad Plate from the unit. Peel
the pad from the Pad Plate and toss in the wash!

Removing Wet Cleaning Nozzle

Remove the Wet Cleaning Nozzle by pulling tab on right
side of nozzle. Rinse any dirt and grime off the nozzle
under warm tap water.

To replace the Wet Cleaning Nozzle, insert the 4 tabs
along the bottom of the Nozzle Window First and gently
snap the Wet Cleaning Nozzle back into place.

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Storing The Flip-It

Tip:

Your Flip It can be stored Ready-to-Use, by leaving water
and formula in the unit. Be sure to remove wet Gentle
Clean™ Pad before storing.

Troubleshooting

Water & Formula are draining out from the clean tank

Possible Causes Remedies

1

Clean Tank Black Cap & Valve are not on tight Remove Black Cap & Value
and attach tightly

Clean Tank Black Cap & Valve are cross threaded Remove Black Cap & Valve

2

and make sure it is
screwed on straight
and tightly

No suction

Possible Causes Remedies

Filter may be dirty or clogged Remove filter from the Dirty

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Tank and clean

2

Wet vacuum nozzle may not be on properly Make sure Wet Vacuum
Nozzle is on tight and
snapped into place

Tank is full Empty Tank

3

Filter is wet Make sure filter is

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completely dry before
placing back into the unit.

If the Pleated Filter is rinsed
with warm water to clean,
it is recommended to leave
it out of the unit to air dry
before placing it back in
the unit.

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2

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3

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Water is not flowing

Possible Causes Remedies

Something is caught and clogging the air path Unplug unit. Remove Wet

1

Clean Nozzle and insert a
blunt object into the
air path to remove any
potential clog

2

Clean Tank is not inserted properly Remove Tank and reinsert
into the unit

1

2

WARNING:

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

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before servicing.

Replacement Parts

Item Part No. Part Name

1 203-6705 Filter
2 203-6706 Dirty Tank Lid Assembly
3 203-6707 Dirty Tank
4 203-6708 Wet Vacuum Nozzle
5 203-6725 Clean Tank with Cap
6 203-6711 Handle with Screw -Acier
7 203-6712 Handle with Screw -Bronze Pearl
8 203-6713 Cap and Insert Assembly
9 203-6714 Cord Wrap - Acier
10 203-6715 Cord Wrap-Bronze Pearl
11 203-6700 Gentle Clean™ Brush Card

12 203-6701 Gentle Clean™ Pad Card
13 203-6702 Gentle Clean™ Pad (2 pack)
14 3270 Replacement Pack

(2 Gentle Clean™ Pads & 1 Pleated Filter)
15 0482 Wood Floor Solutions
16 0484 Hard Floor Solutions

1 2 4

5

11 12

6/7 8

3

13

(2 pack)

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16

9/10

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About Your Warranty

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

state. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover,
please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by E-mail, telephone, or regular mail as described below.

Limited One Year Warranty

Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product BISSELL

Homecare, Inc. will repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL’s
option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any defective or
malfunctioning part.

See information below on "If your BISSELL product should require service".

This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. This warranty does

not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters, belts, or brushes. Damage or malfunction
caused by negligence, abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or any other use not in accordance with the User's
Guide is not covered

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If your BISSELL product should require service:

Contact BISSELL Consumer Services to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area.
If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions about your

warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Services.

Website or E-mail:

www.bissell.com
Use the “Customer Services” tab

Or Call:

BISSELL Consumer Services
1-800-237-7691
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. ET
Saturday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. ET

Or write:

BISSELL Homecare Inc.
PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids MI 49501
ATTN: Consumer Services

BISSELL HOMECARE, INC. IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. BISSELL’S LIABILITY WILL NOT
EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

*EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER
ORAL OR WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY OPERATION
OF LAW, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitation may not apply to you.

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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