Bissell SPOTCLEAN AUTO 4720K User manual

SPOTCLEAN
AUTO
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USER GUIDE
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
»This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
»Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
»Unplug from electrical socket when not in use, before
cleaning, maintaining, or servicing the appliance.
»Do not immerse in water or liquid.
»Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts of the
appliance and its accessories
»If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
»Do not run appliance over cable.
»Do not use with damaged cable or plug.
»Do not pull or carry by cable, use cable as a handle,
close door on cable, or pull cable around sharp edges
or corners.
»Keep cable away from heated surfaces.
»If the appliance has a hand-held accessory like pet
brush, motor driven head, etc., the user shall avoid
entrapment.
»Do not leave appliance when plugged in.
»Do not immerse. Use only on surfaces moistened
by the cleaning process. Use only BISSELL® cleaning
products intended for use with this machine.
»Use only the type and amount of liquids specified
under the operations section of this guide.
»Use only on carpet moistened by the cleaning process.
»Liquid must not be directed towards equipment
containing electrical components.
»Always connect to a properly earthed electrical socket. Do not modify
earthed plug.
»Always install float before any wet pick-up operation.
»To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
»Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
»Turn OFF all controls before unplugging.
»CAUTION: The handle contains electrical connections. The handle is not a
serviceable part.
»Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away
from children.
»Use only as described in this user guide.
»Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
»If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water; do not attempt to operate it and have it
repaired at an authorised service center.
»Do not put any object into openings.
»Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
»Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
»Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as petroleum,
or use in areas where they may be present.
»Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
»Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapours given off by
oil-based paint, paint thinner, some moth-proofing substances, flammable
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapours.
»Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
»Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes.
»Use indoors only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR OPERATION ON A 220-240 VOLT A.C. 50-60 HZ POWER
SUPPLY ONLY.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
»Keep appliance on a level surface.
»To reduce the risk of a leaking condition, do not store unit where freezing may occur. Damage to internal components
may result.

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Safety Instructions...........2
Product View................4
Cleaning Formula............4
Assembly ...................5
Operations ................6-7
Maintenance & Care ......8-10
Troubleshooting .............11
Guarantee ..................12
Consumer Care .............12
What’s In The Box?
1. Base Unit
2. BISSELL Formulas
3. Flex Hose Clip
4. Additional Tool Storage
5. Hose Grip Bracket
6. Quick Release Cable Wrap
7. 15cm Tough Stain Tool
8. 3-N -1 Tool
9. 2-in-1 Crevice Tool
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL® portable carpet
cleaner!
We love to clean and we’re excited to share one of our innovative products with
you. We want your portable carpet cleaner to work like new for the years to
come, so this guide has tips on how to use, maintain and, if there’s a problem,
troubleshoot.
Your portable carpet cleaner needs a little assembly before getting to work, so flip
to the “Assembly” section and let’s get started!

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1. Clean Water/Formula Tank
2. Power Button
3. Dirty Water Tank
4. Flex Hose
5. Flex Hose Clip
6. Power Cable
7. Quick Release Cable Wrap
8. Hose Grip Bracket
9. Additional Tool Storage
Product View
Cleaning Formula
NOTICE: Use of cleaning formulas which contain lemon, pine or eucalyptus 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.
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Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL Spot & Stain Cleaner formula for portable carpet
cleaning machines on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use
genuine BISSELL cleaning formulas.
*60 mL of 2X concentrated formula is equivalent to 120 mL of non-concentrated formula.
PRETREAT
PRETREAT SPOTS AND STAINS TO IMPROVE
CARPET CLEANING
BOOST
CARPET CLEANING
FORMULA ENHANCER
2X* CONCENTRATED
CLEANING FORMULAS
Tough Stain Pretreat Pet Stain Pretreat Oxy Boost Spot & Stain Pet Stain & Odour
Pretreat to penetrate
and loosen tough stains
Pretreat to help remove
tough pet stains
and odours
Removes old, set-in stains
permanently
Specially formulated for
fast, effective carpet clean-
ing of stains and small high
traffic areas
Effectively eliminates
difficult pet odours from
carpets and upholstery
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock due to internal component
damage, use only BISSELL® cleaning formula intended for use with this machine.

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Assembly
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Slide the Flex Hose Clip into the opening
on the front of the machine. You will hear
a “snap” when it is locked into place.
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Wrap the Power Cable around the Quick
Release Cable Wrap.
Attach Quick Release Cable Wrap by
snapping it into place on the Dirty Water
Tank side of the machine.
Snap the second tool storage (select
models) into the back between the
cable wrap and hose grip bracket.
Snap the Hose Grip Bracket into the
back of the machine on the Clean Water/
Formula Tank side.
WARNING
Do not plug in your cleaner until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.
Then wrap the Flex Hose around the unit
and snap hose grip into bracket.

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Filling the Clean Water/Formula Tank
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Remove the tank by pulling the top
of the tank away from the unit.
Pull black tab to reveal tank opening. The
plug rotates out of the way for easy filling.
NOTE: Follow the fill lines on your Clean Water/Formula Tank to add the correct amount
of warm tap water (140° F / 60° C MAX) and portable machine formula. Note: There
are different directions on the tank for small and large messes. DO NOT BOIL OR
MICROWAVE WATER.
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Add water to the indicated fill line
on the tank.
Replace the plug by rotating into place
and pressing gently onto tank.
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Replace tank by lining the bottom with
indentations on machine. Push the top of
the tank into place until you hear a “click”.
Add formula to the indicated fill line
on the tank. Add 29.5ml of BISSELL®
Boost, if desired.
FORMULA BOOST

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Cleaning with Tools
WARNING
Keep spray away from face. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
Attach the selected tool to the Flex Hose. Press the spray trigger
to mist formula over and onto the soiled area. Release spray trigger
and gently scrub the stain.
To lift the stain away, apply downward pressure on the tool and
slowly pull it toward you. Then use “drying strokes” (by not pressing
down trigger) to remove remaining moisture. Repeat as needed.
NOTE: Ensure cleaning formula and water are in the tank before use.
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Pretreating
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Select desired tool for
spot cleaning, insert tool
on end of hose until it
clicks into place.
Check the manufacturer’s
tag before cleaning
upholstery.
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Hold the tool just above
the carpet or upholstery
to be cleaned. Press the
trigger to mist formula
over the soiled area.
Let cleaning formula
set for 5 minutes before
cleaning.
IMPORTANT: Check the manufacturer’s tag before cleaning upholstery. If tag is coded
“Dry Clean Only” do not proceed. If manufacturer’s tag is missing or not coded, check
with your furniture dealer.
WHY PRETREAT? Cleaning effectiveness will be enhanced if you pretreat heavily
stained or highly soiled areas.
Release the Flex Hose
from the Hose Clip.
Unwrap Flex Hose
completely from around
the unit.
Twist the Quick Release
Cable Wrap clockwise
to quickly unwrap power
cable. Plug in unit and press
Power Button beneath the
handle to turn it ON.
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Emptying the Dirty Water Tank
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To remove the Dirty Water Tank simply
pull the top of the tank to the right.
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Pull tab to remove plug from tank.
To disconnect the cleaning tools from
the hose grip, push down on the button
and pull straight off. (Do NOT twist tool
to remove it.)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting.
Carefully empty Dirty Water Tank, as
some water may potentially enter/
drain from center Float Stack.
Close the tank plug and return tank to
unit. Ensure tank is secure before use.
NOTE: Store unit in protected, dry area at room temperature (40° F to 110° F or 4° C
to 43° C).
NOTICE
To reduce the risk of a leaking condition, do not store unit where freezing may occur. Damage to internal
components may result.

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Cleaning the Float Stack
WARNING
To reduce the risk electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet before performing
maintenance or troubleshooting.
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The Float Stack
can be removed
from the Dirty
Water Tank for
cleaning. Turn it
counter-clockwise
to remove it.
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Return the Float Stack to the Dirty Water
Tank. Ensure float is installed before
returning it to the Dirty Water Tank.
Turn the Float
Stack Cap
clockwise to lock.
Remove the
Float Stack Cap
and Float Stack
from the Dirty
Water Tank.
Rinse with water
until all debris is
removed and let air
dry.

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Thermal Protector
An internal thermal protector has been designed into your carpet cleaner to protect
it from overheating. When the thermal protector activates, the suction motor will stop
operating. If this happens proceed as follows:
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Unplug cleaner from the electrical
outlet.
Turn the cleaner OFF.
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Let the motor cool for approximately
30 minutes. The thermal protector will
automatically reset and cleaning may
continue once plugged back in.
Check the end of the Flex Hose and
tool for blockages and remove if
necessary. Check the Float Stack for
clogs and remove debris.
NOTE: If the thermal protector continues to activate after following the above steps,
your cleaner may need servicing. Call BISSELL® Consumer Care or visit the website.

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Troubleshooting
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Problem Possible causes Remedies
Reduced
Spray or No
Spray
Spray nozzle clogged. Clean spray nozzle using an unfolded paper clip.
Clean Water/Formula Tank empty. Check/fill tank.
Clean Water/Formula Tank insert
clogged.
Clean insert at bottom of tank.
Pump needs priming. Gently lift Clean Water/Formula Tank while
pressing the spray trigger OR gently squeeze
clean tank while pressing spray trigger.
Clean Water/Formula Tank not
fully seated.
Remove and reinstall tank.
Carpet
Cleaner
Won’t Pick
Up Cleaning
Formula
Poor upholstery/carpet
tool position.
Reposition upholstery/carpet tool
on surface, follow recommended cleaning
procedures.
Dirty Water Tank is full. Empty tank.
Excess formula in Flex Hose. Lift tool and point upwards to allow water in
hose to flow into the Dirty Water Tank.
Incorrect cleaning formula. Use BISSELL® 2X Portable Machine formulas
only.
Dirty Water Tank is improperly
seated onto base.
Remove tank and reseat onto unit.
Dirty Water Tank plug is
unplugged.
Push in tank plug until properly sealed.
Dirty Water
Tank Leaking
Duckbill valve is dirty. Clean the duckbill valve that is located at the
bottom of the Dirty Water Tank. Once cleaned,
make sure it is placed securely back in place.
Float Stack not fully locked on
Dirty Water Tank.
Remove Float Stack and twist until arrow is
aligned with lock symbol on Dirty Water Tank
(see pg. 12).
Dirty Water Tank not properly
seated onto machine.
Remove and reseat onto unit.

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When contacting BISSELL, have model number of cleaner available.
Please record your Model Number:
Please record your Purchase Date:
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of the date
of purchase in the event of a Guarantee claim. See Guarantee for details.
This guarantee gives you specific legal rights, in addition to rights you may
have under the Australian Consumer Law. If you need additional instruction
regarding this guarantee or have questions regarding what it may cover,
please contact your local BISSELL Consumer Services on the details set out
below.
Limited 2-Year Guarantee
(from the date of purchase by
original purchaser)
Subject to the *CONDITIONS identified below, BISSELL will repair or replace
(with new, refurbished, lightly used, or remanufactured components or
products), at BISSELL’s option, free of charge, any defective or malfunctioning
part due to manufacturer defect. This guarantee applies to product used for
personal purposes, and not commercial or rental service. This guarantee does
not apply to fans or routine maintenance or consumable components such as
filters, belts, brush rolls, etc., damage or malfunction caused by negligence,
abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or any other use not in accordance with
the user guide. BISSELL recommends that the original packaging be kept
for the duration of the guarantee period in case such need arises within the
guarantee period that the item needs re-packing and transportation.
It may be necessary to obtain some of your personal information, such as a
mailing address, to fulfill terms of this guarantee. Any personal data will be
handled pursuant to BISSELL’s Privacy Policy, which can be found at
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Subject to whether such loss is reasonably foreseeable, BISSELL and its
in-country distributors are not liable for incidental or consequential damages
of any nature associated with the use of this product.
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OR REFUND FOR A MAJOR FAILURE AND FOR COMPENSATION FOR ANY OTHER
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please contact us as follows:
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Telephone:
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Write:
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Scoresby 3179
Victoria
Australia
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