Bissell LITTLE GREEN 1400 SERIES user guide

LITTLE

green

COMPACT DEEP CLEANER

USER’S GUIDE

1400 Series

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Th a nk s / C o n s u m e r Se r v ic e s

Sa fe t y In s t r u c t io n s

Pr o d u c t Vie w

Th is G u id e / Fe a t u r e s / Sp e c ia l To o ls

A s s e m b ly / O p e r a t io n

C le a n - U p / St o r a g e

Tr o u b le s ho o t in g

Re p la c e m e n t P a r t s

A b o u t Yo u r W a r r a n t y

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Little Green

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We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Little Green®Compact Deep
Cleaner. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and
construction of this handy, high- tech home cleaning system.

Your BISSELL Little Green 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 BISSELL Little Green.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

BISSELL Consumer Services

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

BISSELL Customer Service

1- 800-263-2535

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 4:30p.m. EST

Or write:

BISSELL Ltd.
PO Box 1003
Niagara Falls, Ontario
ATTN: Customer Service
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

LITTLE GREEN

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WARNING:

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

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

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Use only BISSELL cleaning products
intended for use in this appliance.

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Use only manufacturer’s recomm ended
attachments.

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Do not expose to rain, store indoors.

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Do not handle LITTLE GREEN®plug or
appliance with wet hands.

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Do not leave LITTLE GREEN®when it is
plugged in.

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Do not put any object into appliance openings
or use with blocked openings. Keep free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce
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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Keep appliance on a level surface.

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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

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Do not carry the appliance while in use.

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Never spray at people or animals.

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Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.

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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 pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).

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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 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 use with damaged cord or plug.

Do not use LITTLE GREEN®if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped
into water. Have it repaired at an Authorized
Service Center.

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Turn off all controls before unplugging.

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Unplug before attaching the TurboBrush.

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

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Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord. Do
not unplug by pulling on cord.

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Always connect to a properly grounded outlet;
see grounding instructions.

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Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.

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 connec-

tion 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

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Power Switch

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Clean/Solution Tank

Product View

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Dirty/Collection Tank

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Built-In
Heater Switch*

*Select Models only

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Heat Indicator Light*

*Select Models only

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TurboBrush®*

*Not included with all models

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Vacuum Flex Hose
with Spray Trigger

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TurboBrush®Clip*

*Not included with all models

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Flex Hose Clip

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Tough Stain Brush Tool

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Quick release
Cord Wrap

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Power Cord

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How To Use This Guide

Please read this Guide thoroughly before
assembling your cleaner. Pay particular attention
to the product diagram, assembly instructions,
and part names.

Begin by locating and organizing all parts

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before assembly.

Familiarize yourself with the parts and where they go.

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Following this User’s Guide will let you get the best perform ance
from your BISSELL Little Green for many years.

Little Green®Product Features

Clean/ Solution Tank. The Clean/ Solution Tank is the

tank to your left as you face the unit looking at the black

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power switch.

WARNING:

Do Not plug in your Little Green
until you have completely
assembled it according to the
follow ing instructions and
have become familiar with
all instructions and operating
procedures.

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PowerSwitch (Black). Turns on the unit.

Dirty/ Collection Tank. The Dirty/Collection Tank is the

tank to your right as you face the unit looking at the
black power switch.

Built- In Heater Switch (Red)*. The Little Green ProHeat

models give you the ability to raise the water temperature for
improved cleaning perform ance based on your cleaning needs.

Heat Indicator Light* . After turning the Built-In Heater

Switch on, the Heat Indicator Light w ill illuminate,
indicating the heater has reached the correct temperature.

Flex Hose Clip. The clip guides the storage of the

vacuum flex hose around the unit.

TurboBrush Clip*. Attaches to the unit for storage of the

TurboBrush.

Vacuum Flex Hose w ith Spray Trigger. The hose is

stored around the base and on the back of the Little
Green. Cleaning tools attach to the Spray Trigger.

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TurboBrush*. The TurboBrush has a rotating brush.

Tough Stain Brush Tool. The standard tool that attach-

es to the vacuum Flex Hose.

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Little Green®Product Features Continued

Quick Release Cord Wrap. To remove the Power Cord,

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gently twist/rotate the Quick Release Cord Wrap clockwise.

Power Cord. The Power Cord, with a three- prong plug,

stores on the back of the Little Green by wrapping
around the Quick- Release Cord Wrap. NOTE: Unwrap the
Power Cord completely before operating the unit.

*Not included with all models.

Specialized Cleaning Tools

Depending on the model you purchased, your
Little Green may be equipped with one or more
of these tools.

Tough Stain Brush Tool for cleaning tough stains from

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carpets and upholstery.

4” w ide Cleaning Tool* for cleaning carpet, upholstery

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and performing spot cleaning tasks.

6” w ide Cleaning Tool* for cleaning larger areas.

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Spraying Crevice Tool* for cleaning in tight areas.

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TurboBrush Cleaning Tool* a rotating brush for extra

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cleaning action on carpet, upholstery and stairs.

*Optional on some Little Green models. To order
optional parts not originally included in your Little
Green model, contact BISSELL Customer Service
at 1- 800- 263-2535 or at www

WARNING:

Do not use an extension
cord w ith this product.
The use of an extension
cord may result in a
severe electrical shock,
particularly if the
extension cord does not
have an electrical rating
higher than that of the
product, OR if the
extension cord does not
have a three- prong
grounding plug and if
the extension cord is
not plugged into a cir­cuit box w ith a ground

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WARNING:

Use only BISSELL Little
Green formula in your
cleaner. 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 also should
not be used. These
products may react with
the plastic materials
used in your cleaner,
causing cracking
or pitting.

WARNING:

Do not use this product
while on any type of
ladder. Do not place the
product in a place w here
it w ill be stepped on or
kicked while in use. Do
not place the product
on an elevated surface
where it may be pulled
off the surface while
in use.

fault circuit interrupter.
Safety precautions
such as keeping all
connections off the
ground and dry will not

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eliminate the danger.

Putting It Together

There is only one step required for assembly.

Take the Flex Hose Clip and slide the back plate into the
opening on the front of the unit. You will hear a “snap”

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when it is locked in place.

* Optional on some models.

If your unit comes with a TurboBrush, you will
need to attach the TurboBrush Clip.

Slide the TurboBrush Clip into the guides on the vacuum
Flex Hose storage bracket, on the back of the unit.

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Pre-Treating

Cleaning effectiveness will be enhanced if you pre- treat heavily

stained or highly- soiled areas. Here’s how to do it:

Hold the Cleaning Tool just above the surface of the

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carpet or upholstery to be cleaned. Depress the trigger
to release a spray of cleaning solution directly onto the
soiled area.

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Wait 3- 5 m inutes before cleaning.

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Getting Ready

To Fill the Clean/Solution Tank.

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A.Remove the tank by lifting it straight up and then

away from the unit.

B.Unscrew the black cap at the bottom of the

Clean/Solution Tank.

C.Add BISSELL Little Green Form ula to the FORMULA

fill line (8 oz.) on the Clean/Solution Tank.

NOTE: Your Little Green is shipped with an
8 oz. Starter bottle of formula.

Fill the Clean/Solution Tank with hot (NOT boiling)

tap water to the WATER fill line.

Replace and tighten the black cap.

D.Replace the Clean/Solution Tank by lining up the

vertical guides (see # D) on the left side of the unit
with the indentations on the Clean/ Solution Tank and
gently sliding it down into position.

Unwrap Vacuum Flex Hose completely from Onboard

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Hose Storage.

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Attach your selected cleaning tool to the Spray Trigger

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Unit by pressing tool onto Spray Trigger firmly until the
button lock snaps into hole. Make certain the tool is
securely attached.

Twist the Quick Release Cord Wrap clockwise to unwrap

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the Power Cord completely from Onboard Cord Storage
and plug into 1 20 Volt, 60 Hz grounded outlet as
described in Important Safety Instructions, page 3 .

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Getting Ready Continued

Power Switch

Heat
Indicator
Light

Heater Switch

BRUSH

SUCTION

Press Power Switch to ON Position.

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NOTE: If your unit has a built-in heater (not stan­dard on all models), first turn the black power
switch to “ON,” then the red heater switch to
“ON”. Within 30 seconds, the Heat Indicator light
will illuminate (# 5 in diagram), indicating the
heater has reached the proper temperature.
Begin use by depressing the Spray Trigger. Wait
5- 10 seconds for the non-heated w ater to travel
through the Flex Hose, after which the heated
water and cleaning solution mixture are ready to
clean carpet or upholstery. See below for
detailed cleaning instructions.

Press and hold Spray Trigger— spray will start in a
few seconds. Raise the tool slightly to check for spray.

How To Deep-Clean Carpet and Upholstery

Hold the tool approximately 1 ” above the soiled surface.
Depress the Spray Trigger to apply the cleaning solution

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to the soiled area.

WARNING:

Be sure to unplug the
cord before attaching
the TurboBrush.

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Using the brush on the tool, gently scrub the area to
be cleaned.

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Note: If using the TurboBrush, the switch should
be in the “BRUSH” position. This activates the
brush only.

For thorough cleaning, spray additional solution, while
the brush and suction are in contact w ith the surface.

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Apply downward pressure on the tool and pull it toward
you. The suction w ill rem ove the dirt and cleaning

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solution. Continue until no m ore dirt can be removed.

Note: If using the TurboBrush, move the switch
to the “SUCTION” position. This activates the
suction to remove the dirt and cleaning solution.
Move the switch back to the “BRUSH” position
for additional brushing action.

As a final step, use “drying strokes” (by not depressing
the Spray Trigger) to remove as m uch liquid/moisture as

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possible. Repeat this step as often as necessary.

Note: If using the TurboBrush, move the switch
to the “SUCTION” position. This activates the
suction to remove the dirt and cleaning solution.

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IMPORTANT:

Check the manufacturer’s tag before
cleaning upholstery. “ W” or “WS” on
the tag means you can use your Little
Green. If tag is coded w ith an “S”
(with diagonal strike- through), or says
“Dry Clean Only,” do not proceed. If
manufacturer’s tag is missing or not
coded, check with your furniture dealer.

Tip:

Deep cleaning
stairs and high­traffic areas on a
regular basis can
prolong carpet
life.

Tip:

Check upholstery
stuffing before
cleaning. Colored
stuffing may
bleed through
the fabric when it
becomes wet.

When You’re Finished

Retainer Lever

Turn Power Switch to OFF position.

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Note: If your unit has a Built In Heater turn the
Heater Switch off.

Unplug Power Cord from outlet.

Note: If a significant amount of Little Green
formula/ water remains, it is all right to leave it
in the Clean/Solution Tank for your next
cleaning task.

Empty and rinse the Dirty/Collection Tank after each use,
OR when dirty water reaches the indicated maximum fill
line. To remove the tank, lift up the Dirty/Collection Tank
retainer lever and remove the tank from the unit.

Disconnect the cleaning tool from the Spray Trigger by
pushing down on button lock and pulling straight off (Do

NOT twist tools to remove them).

Once removed from the Spray Trigger, all tools can be
cleaned by rinsing under clean running water. The
TurboBrush tool’s switch must be in “ SUCTION” position
before rinsing under clean running water.

Tip:

Before turning off the Little
Green, vacuum up clean
water to thoroughly rinse out
the interior of the Vacuum
Flex Hose. Then, lift the
cleaning tool and point it
upwards to drain any remain­ing water into the
Dirty/Collection Tank.

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Check Spray Nozzle for accumulated dirt or debris. If
necessary, clean with soft bristle brush.

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Storing Your Little Green

Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth.

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Wrap Power Cord around the Cord Wrap on the back of
the Little Green.

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Wrap Vacuum Flex Hose around the base of the unit and
secure the Spray Trigger.

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Store unit in protected, dry area, at room
temperature (40 º to 110ºF).

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Note: For Little Green TurboBrush Models,
onboard storage for the TurboBrush Tool has
been provided on the back of the unit. Attach the
TurboBrush to the unit by pressing it onto the
holder firmly until the button snaps into hole.

WARNING:

Keep spray aw ay from
face. Failure to do so
may result in personal
injury.

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Troubleshooting

Cleaner won’t run.

Possible Causes Remedies

Power cord not plugged in Check electrical plug

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Blow n fuse/tripped breaker Replace household fuse or reset breaker

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Reduced spray or no spray.

Possible Causes Remedies

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Spray Nozzle clogged Clean Spray Nozzle

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Clean/Solution Tank empty Check/ Refill Tank

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Clean/Solution Tank insert clogged Clean insert at bottom of Clean/Solution Tank

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Pump needs priming Gently lift Clean/Solution Tank up and dow n

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while depressing the Spray Trigger

OR Gently squeeze clean tank w hile depressing

Spray Trigger

Deep Cleaner Won’t pick up cleaning solution.

Possible Cause Remedies

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Poor Upholstery/Carpet Tool position Reposition Upholstery/Carpet Tool on surface,

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Dirty/Collection Tank is full Empty Dirty/ Collection Tank

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Upholstery/Carpet Tool Brush w orn Replace with new Brush

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Excess solution in Vacuum Flex Hose Lift Tool and point upw ards to allow water in

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Incorrect Cleaning Formula Hose to flow into the Dirty/Collection Tank

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follow recom mended cleaning procedures

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Use BISSELL Little Green form ula only

TurboBrush attachment- Brush will not turn.

Possible Causes Remedies

Incorrect switch position on TurboBrush Reposition switch to Brush position

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No Suction on TurboBrush attachment.

Possible Causes Remedies

Incorrect switch position on TurboBrush Reposition switch to suction position

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Item Part No. Part Name

1 203- 5002 4” Upholstery/Carpet Tool w/Brush - Dusk
2 203- 0961 4” Window
3 203- 0984 4” Removable Brush
4 203- 5003 6” Upholstery/Carpet Tool w/Brush - Dusk
5 603- 0912 6” Window
6 203- 0986 6” Removable Brush
7 203- 5004 Spraying Crevice Tool - Dusk
8 213- 9850 Tough Stain Brush window

9 214- 9155 Tough Stain Brush
10 203- 5006 Tough Stain Brush Tool- Dusk
11 203- 5007 TurboBrush - Dusk
12 203- 5008 Clean/Solution Tank (includes cap and insert assembly)
13 203- 5009 Collection/Dirty Tank (includes the airstack and float assem bly)
14 203- 5011 Quick Release Cord Wrap
15 203- 5012 TurboBrush Clip
16 203- 5013 Flex Hose Clip
17 203- 5014 Cap & Insert Assembly

CLEANING FORMULAS
18 497 64 oz. Little Green®Formula
19 499 32 oz. Little Green®Formula
20 797 64 oz Pet Odor & Stain Removal®Formula
21 799 32 oz Pet Odor & Stain Removal®Formula

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About Your Warranty

Limited One Year Warranty

BISSELL Ltd., or an authorized BISSELL Service Centre will repair or replace free
of charge, any part which is defective or malfunctioning within 1 year of the pur­chase date, provided that it is used for personal, and not commercial or rental
service.

Terms:

1. Return the unit and/or part with proof of purchase date, to your dealer,
your nearest BISSELL Authorized Service Centre, or return by mail to:

BISSELL Ltd.
6934 Kinsmen Court,
Niagara Fall, Ontario, L2E 6S5

2. Any defective or malfunctioning part will be repaired and/ or returned

postage paid.

3. This warranty does not cover bags, belts, filters or light bulbs. Damages

or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance
with the User’s Guide will not be covered. This warranty does not cover
parts of the unit that require replacement under norm al use.

For your protection, you should always insure the unit and/or part when
shipping or mailing. BISSELL will reimburse you for the parcel post,
Canpar or UPS charge. Any charges for packaging or insurance are your
responsibility.

Tip: Attach your sales receipt to this User’s Guide for future reference.

For inform ation about repairs or replacem ent parts, or questions about
your warranty, call:

BISSELL Customer Service
1- 800-263- 2535

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m . ET

Or write:
BISSELL Ltd.
ATTN: Customer Service
Box 100 3
Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2 E 6W2

Or visit the BISSELL w ebsite - w w w.bissell.com

When contacting BISSELL, have model number of unit available.
Please record your Model Num ber: ___ _ ____ _ _ ____ _ _ ____ _ _
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 information about your warranty above for details.

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