Bissell Carpet Cleaner 46B4 User Manual

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Safety Instructions  
Product View  
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Assembly  
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Operations  
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Maintenance and Care  
Troubleshooting  
Replacement Parts  
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Additional Accessories  
Warranty  
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS  
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.  
SAVE THESE  
Use only manufacturer’s recommended  
attachments-use of attachments not provided  
INSTRUCTIONS  
or sold by BISSELL may cause fire, electric  
shock or injury.  
Commercial use of this unit will void the  
manufacturers warranty.  
When using an electrical appliance, basic precau-  
tions should be observed, including the following:  
Never put descaling, aromatic, alcoholic or  
detergent products into the steam cleaner, as  
this may damage it or make it unsafe for use.  
Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord.  
REad all instRuctions bEfoRE  
using youR stEam & swEEP.  
Close attention is necessary when used  
near children.  
Do not put any object into appliance  
openings, or restrict air flow.  
WARNING:To  
Do not use with any opening blocked.  
reduce the risk of fire,  
Do not pick up hot, burning or smoking  
objects such as cigarettes, matches or  
hot ashes.  
Do not pick up flammable or combus-  
tible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline,  
kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of  
explosive liquids or vapor.  
electric shock, or injury:  
Do not direct steam at people, animals,  
or at electrical outlets.  
Do not use outdoors or on wet surface.  
Unplug from outlet when not in use  
and before conducting maintenance or  
troubleshooting.  
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,  
ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).  
Do not leave steam cleaner unattended.  
Do not leave the steam cleaner connected  
Grounding  
Instructions  
to an electrical outlet when not in use.  
Do not service steam cleaner when it is  
plugged in.  
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  
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.  
Do not use steam cleaner if it has been  
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped  
into water, return it to a service center.  
Do not handle steam cleaner with wet  
hands. Do not pull or carry by cord, use  
cord as a handle, close door on cord,  
pull cord around sharp corners or edges, accordance with all local codes and ordinances.  
or expose cord to heated surfaces.  
Do not unplug by pulling on cord.  
WARNING:  
Do not use appliance in an enclosed  
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding  
space filled with vapor given off by  
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock.  
oil-based paint, paint thinner, some moth  
Check with a qualified electrician or service person if  
you aren’t sure if the outlet is properly grounded. DO  
NOT MODIFY 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.  
proofing substances, flammable dust, or  
other explosive or toxic vapors.  
Do not allow to be used as a toy.  
Do not use on leather, wax polished furni-  
ture or floors, synthetic fabrics, velvet or  
other delicate, steam-sensitive materials.  
Do not immerse.  
Do not use for any purpose other than  
described in this User’s Guide.  
Keep hair, loose clothing fingers, and  
all parts of the body away from moving  
parts.  
This model is for household use only.  
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Handle  
Power  
Cord  
Brush Switch  
Power Switch  
Quick Release™  
Cord Wrap  
Water Tank  
Filter  
Ready Light  
Dirt Bin  
Release Pedal  
Maneuverable  
Swivel Head  
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Assembly  
Your Steam & Sweep assembles  
quickly and easily. The only tool you  
will need for assembly is a Phillips  
head screwdriver.  
Your Steam & Sweep is packaged with  
the following items:  
Handle Assembly  
Lower Body with Water Purification  
System  
Maneuverable Swivel Head  
Removable Water Tank  
1 large Phillips Head Screw  
1 small Phillips Head Screw  
2 Mop Pads  
Attach handle to Steam & Sweep  
1. Attach lower body to maneuverable  
swivel head (If your Steam & Sweep  
came with the swivel head already  
assembled to the body, you may skip  
this step).  
1.  
2.  
2. Secure maneuverable swivel head with  
small Phillips head screw. Tighten until  
secure.  
3. Slide handle assembly down into lower  
body until it will go no further.  
3.  
4.  
4. Secure the handle by placing the large  
Phillips head screw through the screw  
opening in the lower body and into the  
rear of the handle assembly. Tighten with  
screwdriver until secure.  
5. Slide water tank onto lower body by  
lining up vertical glides and gently  
sliding tank into place.  
Steam & Sweep assembly is now complete.  
5.  
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Operations  
Special Features  
Removable water tank  
The water tank is located on the back of  
the Steam & Sweep. It can be refilled  
with water any time during use. Distilled  
or demineralized water is recommended  
in place of tap water.  
Do not use chemicals with your  
Steam & Sweep.  
Water purification system  
This filter removes minerals and other  
impurities from tap water, preventing  
water deposits from damaging your Steam  
& Sweep. It should be replaced when the  
bright green grains turn blue. To maximize  
performance of the filter, distilled water  
should be used.  
Ready light  
The ready light will glow when water has  
been converted to steam and the Steam &  
Sweep is ready to use.  
Steam on demand trigger  
Press to release steam.  
Maneuverable swivel head  
Allows you to pick up dust and small  
debris while steam cleaning your floor.  
The maneuverable swivel head gets into  
tight spaces and under cabinets.  
Deluxe mop pads  
Reusable microfiber mop pad is machine  
washable and safe for all hard floor  
surfaces.  
Tip:  
To prevent damage to the  
machine, do not attempt to use  
your Steam & Sweep without  
water in the tank.  
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Operations  
Getting ready  
2A.  
1. The mop pad may have already come  
attached to the swivel head. If not, attach  
mop pad to swivel head using the Velcro  
strips.  
2. Fill the water tank.  
A. Remove the tank by lifting straight up  
and away from the unit.  
B. Unscrew the cap at the bottom of  
the water tank and remove the insert  
assembly.  
2B.  
2D.  
C. Fill the water tank with water. For  
best results, water should be at room  
temperature.  
D. Replace the insert assembly and cap,  
tighten until snug.  
E. Replace the water tank by lining up  
the vertical guides and gently sliding it  
back into place.  
2E.  
3. Twist the quick release cord wrap  
clockwise to unwrap the power cord  
completely, make sure both switches are  
in the "OFF" position and plug it into a  
120-volt grounded outlet as described on  
the Important Safety Instructions page.  
4. Turn power button on. The ready light will  
illuminate when the Steam & Sweep is  
ready for use.  
WARNING:  
Steam & Sweep will not  
pick up crayons, marbles,  
and other large objects.  
NOTE: Upon first use of the Steam  
& Sweep or first use of a new filter,  
the pump may make a “knock-  
ing” sound while the filter fills with  
water. This is normal and should  
not last longer than 30 seconds.  
Continue to depress the trigger until  
the knocking subsides.  
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Operations  
Before you clean  
1.  
2.  
The Steam & Sweep can be used  
as a sweeper and a steam mop  
at the same time. For best results,  
use the Steam & Sweep's powerful  
sweeper to clear floor of dust and  
small debris before mopping.  
Power Switch  
Brush Switch  
1. Turn the brush switch to the On ( I )  
position to activate the brush.  
Dirt Bin  
Release Pedal  
2. To empty the dirt container, turn the  
power off, gently tap the release  
pedal on the swivel head. Lift unit  
straight up leaving bin on floor and  
empty into a trash can. The dirt con-  
tainer may be warm to the touch.  
3. Replace the dirt container by  
pushing it back into the swivel head  
until it snaps back into place.  
Steam cleaning hard floors  
WARNING:  
Never put descaling  
Your Steam & Sweep is designed  
to clean hard flooring such as  
ceramic tile, vinyl, marble, stone  
and sealed hard wood floors. Use  
of your Steam & Sweep on waxed  
or some unwaxed floors may  
result in a diminished glossiness.  
The Steam & Sweep is not for  
use on unsealed wood floors.  
For best results, test in an  
inconspicuous area and check the  
care instructions from your flooring  
manufacturer.  
1. When the ready light illuminates,  
begin cleaning by slowly passing  
over the surface while pressing the  
steam on demand trigger to emit  
steam as needed.  
aromatic, alcoholic, or  
detergent products into  
the steam cleaner, as this  
may damage it or make it  
unsafe for use.  
Tip:  
The Steam & Sweep may be  
used as both a steam mop and a  
sweeper at the same time.  
2. To sanitize an area of your floor,  
(attack invisible germs and bacteria)  
leave the Steam & Sweep over the  
area for a minimum of 15 seconds,  
but no longer than 20 seconds. For  
larger areas, overlap swivel head  
placement.  
Tip:  
During first use, it may take  
several seconds for the Steam &  
Sweep to begin steaming. The  
water needs to flow through the  
filter to the heater. This delay will  
only occur during initial use or  
when using a new filter.  
3. When the Steam & Sweep stops  
emitting steam, turn the unit off.  
Simply remove the water tank, refill,  
and continue cleaning.  
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Maintenance and care  
When you’re done  
1. Make sure both power switches are  
in the OFF (O)position. Unplug power  
cord from outlet.  
2. Carefully remove mop pad from  
swivel head, as mop pad and lower  
assembly will be hot.  
3. Any water remaining in the water  
tank should be emptied prior to  
machine storage.  
4. Mop pad can be machine washed in  
warm water with mild detergent. For  
best results, air dry.  
5. Wrap power cord around quick  
release cord wrap on side of Steam &  
Sweep.  
6. Wipe all surfaces of Steam & Sweep  
with a soft cloth. Store upright in a  
protected, dry area.  
CAUTION:  
Upright storage of the  
Steam & Sweep with a wet  
mop pad may result in the  
formation of white marks  
on your floor. To remove  
the white marks, clean area  
with vinegar.  
NOTE: If steam output is reduced,  
the nozzle may be blocked. To  
remedy, unplug the unit, remove  
the swivel head from the lower  
body and pour vinegar through  
the center tube of the swivel  
head “neck”. Clear the nozzle  
by inserting a paper clip into the  
brass spray tip located in the  
bottom of the lower body.  
Replacing the water purification system  
If you fill your Steam & Sweep cleaner  
with normal tap water, it is essential to  
check the filter and replace it when it  
Tip:  
water will maximize the  
performance of your filter.  
is no longer effective. Change the filter  
when the bright green grains turn blue.  
Using distilled or demineralized  
If the filter is not changed at the appro-  
priate time, calcium deposits will accu-  
mulate on the heating element, causing  
damage or reduced performance.  
To replace the filter, pull it up and  
away from the Steam & Sweep.  
Using distilled or demineralized  
water will maximize the  
Tip:  
performance of your filter.  
Be sure to use only a BISSELL  
water filter in your Steam &  
Sweep.  
To order a replacement filter, refer  
to the replacement parts section on  
page 10.  
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Troubleshooting  
Reduced steam or no steam  
Possible causes  
Remedies  
1. Water tank is empty  
2. Depleted water filter  
3. Blocked steam nozzle  
1. Fill water tank  
2. Replace filter  
3. Refer to NOTE on bottom of page 9.  
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be  
performed by an authorized service representative.  
Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.  
NOTE: There are no serviceable parts in the upper housing of this product.  
Please do not return this product to the store.  
For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to be of  
service. Contact us directly at 1-800-237-7691.  
Replacement parts - BISSELL Steam & Sweep  
Item  
1
Part No.  
3252-2  
Part Name  
Water filter  
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3
4
203-2246  
203-2243  
203-2168  
Handle assembly with screw  
Water tank with cap and insert  
Storage hook with screws  
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2
3
4
Additional accessories  
Item  
Part No.  
Part Name  
1
75F5A  
Microfiber mop pads – 2 pack  
1
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Warranty - BISSELL Steam & Sweep  
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 Two 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 two years 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, mop pads, 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.  
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:  
Use the “Customer Support” tab.  
Or Call:  
BISSELL Consumer Services  
1-800-237-7691  
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. ET  
Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 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 TWO YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED  
ABOVE.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty last so the  
above limitation may not apply to you.  
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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. — 8 p.m. ET  
Or write:  
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.  
PO Box 3606  
Grand Rapids MI 49501  
ATTN: Consumer Services  
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Please record your Purchase Date: ___________________  
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It  
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warranty claim. See Warranty on page 11 for details.  
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