Bissell QuickSteamer 1950 series User manual

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USER’S GUIDE
1950 SERIES
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL QuickSteamer™
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL®QuickSteamer™Lightweight
Deep Cleaner. Everything we know about floor care went into the design
and construction of this complete, high-tech deep cleaning system.
Your QuickSteamer™is well made, and we back it with a full one-year
warranty.We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,
dedicated Consumer Service 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 QuickSteamer.™
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
■Use only cleaning products formulated by
BISSELL for use in this appliance.
■Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.
■Keep appliance on a level surface.
■Turn off all controls before unplugging.
■Unplug by grasping the plug,not the cord.
■Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.
■Pay close attention when working
around children.
SAVETHESE 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.
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.
WARNING: When using an
electrical appliance, basic precautions
should be observed, including the following:
Read all instructions beforeusing your
QUICKSTEAMER.
™Use only on surfaces
moistened by cleaning process.Always
connect to a properly grounded outlet.
Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before conducting maintenance
or troubleshooting.
To reduce the risk of fire,electric shock
or injury:
■Do not expose to rain, store indoors.
■Do not leave QUICKSTEAMER™when it is
plugged in.
■Do not service QUICKSTEAMER™when it is
plugged in.
■Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■Do not use QUICKSTEAMER™if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or
dropped into water, have it repaired at an
Authorized Service Center.
■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.
■Do not carry the appliance while in use.
■Do not handle QUICKSTEAMER™plug or
appliance with wet hands.
■Do not put any object into appliance openings,
use with blocked opening,or restrict air flow.
■Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers
or body parts to openings or moving parts.
■Do not pick up hot or burning objects.
■Do not pick up flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene,
etc.) or use in the presence of explosive
liquids or vapor.
■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 pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia,drain cleaner, gasoline,etc.).
■Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.
■Do not allow to be used as a toy.
■Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this User’s Guide.
Grounded
Outlets
Grounding Pin

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Handle
Assembly
Spray
Trigger
Power
Switch
Dirty
Water
Tank
Floor
Nozzle
Vent Cover
Containing
Foam Filter
Spray Bar
Lower
Body
Clean
Water
Tank
Lower
Cord
Wrap
Phillips
Head
Screw
Quick Release
Cord Wrap
Power Cord
Large,
Easy
Rolling
Wheels
Detent
Lever

How To Put It Together
Other Components
How to use this guide
This User’s Guide has been designed
to help you get the utmost satisfaction from
your BISSELLQuickSteamer Lightweight Deep
Cleaner.You’ll find assembly and operating
instructions,safety precautions,as well as
maintenance and troubleshooting instructions.
Please read this Guide thoroughly before
assembling your cleaner.
Pay particular attention to the product
diagram, assembly instructions, and part names.
Locate and organize all parts before assembly.
Familiarize yourself with the parts and where they
go.Following this User’s Guide will greatly
enhance your ability to get the most performance
from your BISSELL QuickSteamer for many years.
Your QuickSteamer comes in two, easy to
assemble components.
Detachable Handle
Lower Body
CleanWaterTank - holds 1/2-gallon of hot water
cleaning solution.
DirtyWaterTank - holds 1/2-gallon of dirty water.
Power Cord - Secure Power Cord around upper and
Lower CordWraps,and secure Plug to Cord with
molded clip
Your QuickSteamer is packaged as two primary
components - the Lower Body and the Handle
Assembly.Select QuickSteamer models also come
with a Bare FloorTool.
Your QuickSteamer assembles easily in two quick
steps.The only tool you’ll need to assemble your
cleaner is a Phillips head screwdriver.
Refer toAssembly Diagram on page 4
Attach Handle to Lower Body
Slide Handle Assembly (with attached
Quick Release Cord Wrap™) down into
Lower Body until it will go no further.
Secure with screw
Secure by placing one (1) Phillips head
screw (supplied) into rear of Handle
Assembly.Tighten with screwdriver
until secure.
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Plan activities to give carpet time to dry.
Remove easily moved furniture (chairs, lamps,
coffee/cocktail tables, etc.) from room if needed.
Vacuum carpet thoroughly.
Decide where to begin — and end — your job. Clean
in 3’ X 4’ sections, starting in areas farthest from exit.
Plan to leave a path open to empty soiled water and
refill cleaner.
Carpeting will dry in three to four hours, depending on
carpet style and air circulation in room.A floor fan
speeds drying.
Replace furniture on damp carpeting by placing waxed
paper under legs until floor dries completely.
Remove the Clean Water Tank by lifting it straight up,
then away from the Lower Body.
Using the Formula Measuring Cap, add two (2) capfuls
of BISSELL®Fiber Cleansing Formula™to the Clean
Water Tank.Add 1/2-gallon of hot (NOT boiling) tap
water. Fill only to fill line – do not overfill.
Replace & turn Formula Measuring Cap clockwise until
secure.
Place Clean Water Tank on Body.
Rotate Quick Release Cord Wrap™and plug in.
Turn Power Switch [back of Lower Body] to ( ) ON.
If cleaner starts when first plugged in, switch cleaner
OFF ( ) until ready for use.
How to use your BISSELL QuickSteamer
How to begin
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Getting ready
WARNING:
Use only BISSELL Fiber
Cleansing Formula™or
Floor Cleansing Formula™
in your QuickSteamer.™
Use of cleaning formulas
that contain lemon or
pine oil may damage this
appliance and void warranty.
Chemical spot cleaners or
solvent-based soil removers
should not be used. These
products may react with the
plastic materials used in
your QuickSteamer,™
causing cracking or pitting.
Formula
Measuring
Cap
Unscrew to Remove
Power
Switch
Tip:
Always vacuum
thoroughly before
you deep clean.
If possible, move
larger furniture to
an area you will
not be cleaning.
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Pre-Treating (Optional)
Pre-treat stubborn stains and highly soiled carpet in
hallways and other high-traffic areas.
Spray soiled area with BISSELL®Tough Stain PreCleaner.™
Use a stiff-bristled brush to work formula into carpet pile.
Wait 3 -5 minutes before deep cleaning.
Turn Power Switch [back of Lower Body] to ( ) ON.
With foot, press the Detent Pedal on right side of Lower Body.
Depress Trigger to spray cleaning solution. Do not overwet.
Repeat motion over same area without depressing Trigger.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until no more dirt can be removed.
Continue to clean entire carpet, working in 3’ x 4’ sections.
Empty the Dirty Water Tank when dirty water reaches the full
line, or when the Clean Water Tank is empty.
If Floor Nozzle stops spraying, turn Power Switch to
OFF ( ) and check water and cleaning solution levels.
Refill if needed.
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Attaching the Bare Floor Tool
Deep Cleaning
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Tip:
Deep cleaning
spots, spills
and high traffic
areas on a
regular basis can
prolong
carpet life.
Tip:
Deep cleaning
carpeting
regularly can
reduce dust
and allergens
in your home.
*Available with select models only.If your QuickSteamer did not
come so equipped, you may call BISSELL Consumer Services
at 1-800-237-7691 to order one.You can also visit the BIS-
SELL website:www.bissell.com.
NOTE:Your QuickSteamer is not recommended for cleaning
wood floors.
• Use only BISSELL®Floor Cleansing Formula™on no-wax
floors. Never use BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula™or other
carpet cleaners on bare floors.
• Sweep or vacuum before starting.
• Remove old wax before cleaning.
• Leave an exit path for yourself.
• Allow at least 1/2 hour drying time.
Bare Floor Tool
(select models only)
Dirty Water Tank
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Attaching the Bare FloorTool Continued*
Cleaning Bare Floors
*Available with select models only.
Remove Dirty Water Tank.
Remove Brush by depressing tabs on the Cross Action™Brush
outward with thumbs until the Brush loosens.
Add Bare Floor Tool underneath the Floor Nozzle by sliding
notches and tabs into the opening until it is secure. Make sure
tabs on the Bare Floor Tool snap over front lip of
Floor Nozzle.
Replace empty Dirty Water Tank.
Empty and rinse Clean Water Tank.
Using the Formula Measuring Cap, add two (2) capfuls of
BISSELL®Floor Cleansing Formula™to the Clean Water Tank.
Add 1/2-gallon of hot (NOT boiling) tap water. Fill only to fill
line – do not overfill.
Turn Formula Measuring Cap clockwise until secure.
Rotate Quick Release Cord Wrap™and plug in.
Turn Power Switch [back of Lower Body] to ( ) ON.
Slowly move QuickSteamer back and forth over soiled surface
one time while depressing Trigger. Do not overwet.
Repeat motion over same area without depressing Trigger.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until no more dirt can be removed.
If Floor Nozzle stops spraying, turn Power Switch to
OFF ( ) and check water and cleaning solution levels. Refill
if needed.
WARNING:
The Dirty Water Tank
holds approximately 1/2
gallon of soiled liquid.
Filling past the fill line
can damage unit.
WARNING:
Do not lay QuickSteamer
on its back with Clean
Water Tank in place. Do
not tip up foot with Dirty
Water Tank in place.
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Bare Floor Tool
Cross Action™Brush
Tabs
Floor
nozzle
front lip

When you’re done
WARNING:
Do not store unit where
freezing may occur.
Damage to internal
components may result.
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Turn Power Switch to OFF ( ) position.
Unplug Power Cord from outlet.
Remove and empty Dirty Water Tank.
a. Press detent Pedal and tip Handle back, laying it gently on floor.
b. Release Dirty Water Tank latches [1 each side] by pulling up from
bottom of latch and then out.
c. Carefully lift Dirty Water Tank from Lower Body.
d. Carry Dirty Water Tank to a toilet or sink.To empty, pour out
contents using opening at back of Tank.
e. Fill Dirty Water Tank with clean water through the Vent Cover and
rinse thoroughly. Discard water.
Replace Dirty Water Tank on Lower Body and secure
with latches. Replace Clean Water Tank.
Wrap Power Cord around Quick Release Cord Wrap™
on back of QUICKSTEAMER.™
Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth. Store cleaner upright in a
protected, dry area.
NOTE:You may have cleaning solution remaining in the Clean Water
Tank.You may store your QuickSteamer this way for the next cleaning
task, but never keep soiled solution in the Dirty Water Tank.
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b.
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Vent
Cover
e.

BISSELL Consumer Services
Troubleshooting
Reduced spray or no spray.
Possible Causes Remedies
Clean Water Tank empty Refill Tank with water and formula
Spray Bar clogged Clean Spray Bar
Deep Cleaner not picking up cleaning solution.
Possible Causes Remedies
Dirty Water Tank not aligned/secured Check Tank for proper alignment
and secure with side latches
Dirty Water Tank is full Empty Tank
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock or
injury, unplug appli-
ance from outlet before
servicing.
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. — 7 p.m. EST
Saturday 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. EST
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 14 for details.

Replacement parts - BISSELL QuickSteamer
Item Part No. Part Name
1 603-7818 Handle Assembly
2 603-7821 Cross Action Brush
3 603-7822 Bare Floor Tool
4 407-0931 Clean Water Tank
5 603-7815 Dirty Waster Tank (Blue)
603-7816 Dirty Water Tank (Teal)
6 603-7814 Formula Measuring Cap
7 410 32 oz.BISSELL® Fiber
Cleansing Formula™
8 480 32 oz.BISSELL® Floor
Cleansing Formula™
9 400 22 oz.BISSELL® Tough
Stain PreCleaner™
©2001 BISSELL HOMECARE, Inc.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
All rights reserved. Printed in USA.
Part Number 010-6205
Rev 5/01
Visit our website at:
www.bissell.com
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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, or
use not in accordance with the User's Guide is not covered.
If your BISSELL product should require service:
Call BISSELL Consumer Services at the number below or visit the BISSELL website -
www.bissell.com to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. If
there are no authorized BISSELL Service Centers in your area, select the "Customer
Service" tab, and follow the instructions for contacting us via email. A BISSELL
Representative will issue you a Return Authorization Number and a pre-paid mailing
label to return the unit to BISSELL for warranty repair.
The machine should be returned with a photocopy of your proof of purchase. (Your
dated sales receipt is your proof of date of purchase in the event of a warranty claim -
do not send original.)
If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions
about your warranty, select the "Customer Service" tab on our website and follow the
instructions for contacting us by e-mail.
Or call: BISSELL Consumer Services
1-800-237-7691
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. EST
Saturday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. .EST
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 LIABILITYWILL 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.
About Your Warranty