Bissell STEAMMOP 1867 User manual

Safety Instructions
Product view
Assembly Instructions
Features / Operations
steamMOP™
USER’S GUIDE
1867 SERIES – 220/240V
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Routine Maintenance
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Warranty
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Troubleshooting
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Replacement Parts
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Consumer Services
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Thanks for buying a BISSELL Steam Mop
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Steam Mop. Everything we know
about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete,
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your Steam Mop 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 Steam Mop.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, etc.)
■Do not modify the 3-pin Earthed plug
■Do not allow to be used as a toy
■Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this User’s Guide
■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
■Be extra careful when cleaning stairs
■Pay close attention when working
around children
■Not intended for use by young children or
infirm persons without supervision
■Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed .
IMPORTANT FOR OPERATION ON
A 220/240 VOLT A.C. 50/60 Hz POWER
SUPPLY ONLY.
FOR RESIDENTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
If your appliance is fitted with a nonrewireable BS
1363 plug it must not be used unless a 13 amp
(ASTA approved to BS 1362) fuse is fitted in the
carrier contained in the plug. Spares may be
obtained from your BISSELL supplier. If for any
reason the plug is cut off, it must be disposed of,
as it is an electric shock hazard should it be
inserted into a 13 amp socket.
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING YOUR UPRIGHT
DEEP CLEANER.
Always connect to a properly Earthed Outlet.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury:
■Do not direct steam at people, animals, or
electrical outlets
■Use indoors only
■Do not immerse
■Do not leave machine when it is plugged in
■Do not service machine when it is plugged in
■If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by an authorized Service Centre in
order to avoid a hazard
■Do not use machine if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water
■Do not expose to rain, store indoors
■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 unplug by pulling on cord. Unplug by
grasping plug not the cord
■Do not handle 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, petrol, kerosene, etc.) or
use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapour
■Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled
with vapours given off by oil base paint, paint
thinner, some moth proofing substances,
flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapours

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Trigger
Strain Reliever
HandleTM
Water Tank
Filter
Toggle
Quick ReleaseTM
Cord Wrap
Handle Assembly
Large Screw
Lower Body
Ready Light
Small Screw
Swivel Head
Mop Pad
Power Cord
Lower Cord Wrap
Carrying Handle
Product View
Storage Hook Clean Out Pin

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How To Assemble Your Steam Mop
How To Use This Guide
This User’s Guide has been designed to help you get the utmost
satisfaction from your BISSELL Steam Mop bare floor steam cleaner.
You’ll find assembly and operating instructions, safety precautions,
maintenance and troubleshooting instructions. Please read this User’s
Guide thoroughly before assembling your Steam Mop.
Pay particular attention to the parts diagram, assembly instructions,
and part names. Locate and organize all parts before assembly.
Familiarize yourself with the parts and where they fit. Following
this User’s Guide will greatly enhance your ability to get the best
performance from your BISSELL Steam Mop for many years.
Your Steam Mop assembles quickly and easily. The only tool you will
need to assemble your cleaner is a Phillips Head Screwdriver.
Your Steam Mop is packaged with the following items:
Handle Assembly 1 Large Philips Head Screw
Lower Body with Filter 1 Small Philips Head Screw
Swivel Head 2 Mop Pads
Water Tank Storage Hook with 2 Screws
Clean Out Pin
Attach Swivel Head.
Secure Swivel Head with small Phillips Head Screw.
Tighten until secure.
Slide Handle Assembly down into Lower Body until it will go
no further.
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.
Slide Water Tank onto Lower Body by lining up vertical glides
and gently sliding tank into place.
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Steam Mop Product Features
Tip:
Do not attempt to
use your Steam
Mop without water
in the tank.
Water Tank. The Water Tank is located on the back of the
Steam Mop. It can be refilled with water any time during
use. Distilled or demineralized water may be used in place
of tap water.
Do not use chemicals with your Steam Mop.
Water Filter. The Filter removes minerals and other
impurities from tap water, preventing water deposits from
damaging your Steam Mop. It should be replaced when the
bright green grains turn blue. To maximize performance of
the Filter, distilled or demineralized water may be used.
Ready Light. The Ready Light will glow when tap water
has been converted to steam and the Steam Mop is ready
to use.
Trigger. Press to release steam.
Swivel Head. Allows you to clean in tight spaces and
under cabinets.
Mop Pad. The absorbent terry cloth Mop Pad picks up the
dirt loosened by the steam. The Mop Pad is reusable and
machine washable.
Storage Hook. Mount on a wall for convenient storage in a
closet or utility room.
Mounting instructions:
A. Choose a mounting location that is over a stud.
B. Hold the Storage Hook against the wall with the
screw holes at the top of the hook. With a pencil,
mark the position of both screw holes.
C. Drill 1/8” diameter holes in the center of your pencil
marks.
D. Place Storage Hook over drilled holes.
E. Secure Storage Hook by screwing in place with the
provided screws.
Clean Out Pin. The Clean Out Pin is used to clear
blockages in the Steam Nozzle. To clean the Nozzle, insert
the Clean Out Pin into the brass spray tip.
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Attach Mop Pad
A. Set Swivel Head in Mop Pad.
B. Tighten Mop Pad by pulling on cord while
pressing on Toggle.
Fill the Water Tank
A. Remove Tank by lifting straight up and
away from unit.
B. Unscrew cap at bottom of Water Tank,
remove the insert assembly.
C. Fill Water Tank with cool tap water.
D. Replace the insert assembly, replace and
tighten cap.
E. Replace Water Tank by lining up vertical
guides and gently sliding tank into place.
Twist the Quick Release Cord Wrap clockwise
to unwrap the Power Cord completely and plug
into a 220-240 Volt grounded outlet as
described in the Important Safety Instructions
on page 3.
The Ready Light will illuminate when the
Steam Mop is ready for cleaning.
WARNING:
Never put descaling,
alcoholic, or detergent
products into the steam
cleaner, as this may
damage it or make it
unsafe for use.
Operations
Getting Ready
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Your Steam Mop is designed to clean bare flooring such as ceramic
tile, vinyl, laminate, marble, stone and sealed hard wood floors. Use of
your Steam Mop on waxed or some unwaxed floors may result in a
diminished glossiness. The Steam Mop is not for use on unsealed wood
floors. For best results test in an inconspicuous area or check the care
instructions from your flooring manufacturer.
Sweep or vacuum floor prior to using.
Slowly pass over surface to be cleaned while pressing
trigger to emit steam.
To sanitize an area of your floor, leave the Steam Mop over
that area for a minimum of 15 seconds, but no longer than
20 seconds. For larger areas, overlap Swivel Head placement.
When the Steam Mop stops emitting steam, simply remove
the Water Tank, refill, and continue cleaning.
Unplug Power Cord from outlet.
Carefully remove Mop Pad from Swivel Head, as Mop Pad and
Lower Assembly will be hot.
Any water remaining in the Water Tank should be emptied
prior to machine storage.
Mop Pad can be machine washed in hot water and
tumbled dry.
Wrap Power Cord around Quick Release Cord Wrap on side
of Steam Mop.
Wipe all surfaces of Steam Mop with a soft cloth. Store
upright in a protected, dry area or hang by storage hook.
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CAUTION:
Upright storage of the
Steam Mop 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.
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Cleaning Bare Floors
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Tip:
During first use, it
may take several
seconds for the
Steam Mop 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.
Routine Maintenance
When You’re Done
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Replacing The Water Filter
Use only BISSELL Water Filters (218-5600) in your BISSELL Steam Mop steam cleaner. To locate a
retailer near you, or to place an order, call us as follows:
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
Telephone: [phone]
For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 4 p.m.
Telephone: [phone]
Replacement Filter
If you fill your steam cleaner with normal tap water, it is
essential to check the Water Filter and replace it when
it is no longer effective. Change the Filter when the bright
green grains turn blue. If the Filter is not changed at the
appropriate time, calcium deposits will accumulate on the
heating element, causing damage or reduced performance.
Using distilled or demineralized water will maximize the
performance of your Filter.

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Troubleshooting
Reduced Steam Or No Steam.
Possible Causes Remedies
Water Tank empty Fill Water Tank
Depleted Water Filter Replace Water Filter
Blocked Steam Nozzle Remove Swivel Head - pour vinegar through
head. Clear Nozzle by inserting the Clean Out
Pin into the brass spray tip.
If suggested solution for this or any function of your Steam Mop does not correct the problem, call BISSELL
Consumer Services.
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock
or injury, unplug
appliance from outlet
before servicing.

Item Part No. Part Name
1 218-5600 Water Filter
2 603-2047 Handle / with screw
3 603-2043 Mop Pads - 2 pack
4 603-2045 Water Tank
5 603-2050 Storage Hook
6 603-2046 Cap and Insert Assembly
7 203-1020 Clean Out Pin
Replacement Parts
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If your BISSELL product should require service:
In the UK call BISSELL Consumer Services at the number below and we will give you the location of a BISSELL Authorized Service
Center in your area. For all other countries contact your local in country distributor for questions service, or repair.
If you have questions about your warranty or need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
BISSELL Homecare (Overseas) Inc.
The Boat Yard
105 Straight Road
Old Windsor
Berkshire, SL4 2SE
United Kingdom
Telephone: [phone]
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.
Please do not return this product to the store.
BISSELL Consumer Services
For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 4 p.m.
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
PO Box 1888
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 USA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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©2003 BISSELL HOMECARE, Inc.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
All rights reserved. Printed in China.
Part Number 603-5531
Rev 10/03
Visit our website at:
www.bissell.com
About Your Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from
country to country. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding
what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by telephone or regular post as described
below, or contact your local in country distributor.
Limited One Year Warranty
Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product, BISSELL
Homecare, Inc., will replace (with new or remanufactured components),at BISSELL’s option, free of charge
from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any defective or
malfunctioning part do to manufacturers defect.
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.
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
BISSELL Homecare (Overseas) Inc.
The Boat Yard
105 Straight Road
Old Windsor
Berkshire, SL4 2SE
United Kingdom
Telephone: [phone]
For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. — 4 p.m.
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
PO Box 1888
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 USA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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.
*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.