Bissell COMPACT User manual

COMPACT
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USER GUIDE
48X4E

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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.
» Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and
all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts of the appliance and its
accessories.
»Unplug from electrical socket when
not in use, before cleaning, maintaining
or servicing the appliance, and if your
appliance has an accessory tool with
a moving brush, before connecting or
disconnecting the tool.
» 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 leave appliance when plugged in.
» 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.
» To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
» Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
» Turn off all controls before unplugging.
» 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.
» Do not immerse in water or liquid.
» 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 authorized
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 base paint, paint thinner, some
mothproofing substances, flammable dust, or other explo-
sive or toxic vapours.
» Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
» Keep appliance on a level surface.
» Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
» If your appliance has a motorized brushroll, do not leave
machine running in the same spot without the handle fully
upright.
» 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.
» Use indoors only.
» Always connect to a properly earthed electrical socket.
Do not modify earthed plug.
» Liquid must not be directed towards
equipment containing electrical components.
» 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.
»
Always install float before any wet pick-up operation.
SAVE THESE 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.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical
appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:

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Th for buying a BISSELL carpet wasr
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL
carpet washer. Everything we know
about floor care went into the design
and construction of this complete,
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL carpet washer is well
made, and we back it with a limited
two-year guarantee. We also stand
behind it with a knowledgeable,
dedicated Consumer Care
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 carpet washer.
Thanks again, from all of us
at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO
Safety Instructions...........2
Product View................4
Assembly ...................5
Operations ................7-9
Maintenance & Care ........10
Troubleshooting .............11
Guarantee ..................12
Consumer Care.............12
» Carpet washing stairs and
high-trac areas on a
regular basis helps prolong
carpet life.
» Carpet washing carpeting
regularly can reduce dust
and allergens in your home.
Tips
WARNING AN ACTION OR ATTENTION IS NEEDED TO THIS AREA IN ORDER
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, OR INJURY
GUIDE READ USER GUIDE FOR COMPLETE SAFETY AND USER
INSTRUCTIONS
WEEE DO NOT THROW THE APPLIANCE AWAY WITH THE NORMAL
HOUSEHOLD WASTE AT THE END OF ITS LIFE, BUT HAND IT IN AT
AN OFFICIAL COLLECTION POINT FOR RECYCLING. BY DOING
THIS YOU WILL HELP TO PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT.

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1 Spray Trigger
2 Upper Handle
3 Retractable Handle Lock
4 Power Cord
5 Upper Body
6 Solution Tank
7 Vent Cover ( Foam Filter)
8 Collection Tank Latch
9 Removable Nozzle
Product View
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Cleaning formula
Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL formula on
hand so you can clean whenever it fits your
schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep
cleaning formulas. Non-BISSELL cleaning
formulas may harm the machine and may void
the guarantee.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock
due to internal component damage, use
only BISSELL cleaning fluids intended for use
with the carpet washer.
Cleing Formula
2X* CONCENTRATED CLEANING FORMULAS
WASH & PROTECT WASH &
REMOVE WASH & REFRESH
Professional
Stain & Odour Pet Stain & Odour Stain & Odour + Oxy Febreze™
Blossom &
Breeze
Febreze™
Cotton Fresh Natural Orange
Professional
strength to
remove extra
tough stains
and odours
Includes
Scotchgard™
Protector
Removes tough
pet stains
and contains
patented
odour removal
technology
Includes
Scotchgard™
Protector
Removes
tough stains
and odours
Includes
Scotchgard™
Protector
Permanently
removes
tough stains
like red wine,
coffee, tea,
cola and grape
juice with
Active Oxygen
Technology
Powerful
cleaning
with a
refreshing
spring scent
Powerful
clean-
ing with a
refreshing
clean scen
Powerful
cleaning
with a
refreshing
natural
orange
scent
PRETREAT
PRE TREAT SPOTS AND STAINS
TO IMPROVE CARPET CLEANING
PERFORMANCE
Stain PreTreat Pet Stain PreTreat
Pretreat to
penetrate
and loosen
tough stains
Pretreat to help
remove tough
pet stains
and odors
ONLY BISSELL Wash & Protect formulas protect from future stains with Scotchgard™ Protector.
Scotchgard™ is a trademark of 3M®.
*60 mL of 2X concentrated formula is equivalent to 120 mL of non-concentrated formula.

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Your machine assembles quickly and
easily. The only tool you will need for assembly
is a Phillips head screwdriver.
1. Slide upper body onto lower body. Make sure
there is not a gap between upper and lower
body.
2. Firmly holding upper body, screw two screws
into holes marked with arrows. If tightening
screws is difficult, remove, re-insert and tighten
again.
3. If assembled properly, there should be no
gap between upper and lower body. If a gap
appears, continue to tighten screws until no gap
is present.
4. Slide upper handle into upper body by
aligning pin and sliding into place.
NOTE: Be sure to secure upper handle before
lifting. Rotate handle lock clockwise to secure.
5. Place solution tank on back of unit.
6. Wrap power cord around cord wraps.
Assembly is now complete.
Asmbly
WARNING
Do not plug in your machine until
you are familiar with all instructions and
operating procedures.
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Operatis
Before you clean
1. Move furniture to another area if
cleaning an entire room. (Optional)
2. Remove loose dirt and impediments.
3. Plan your cleaning route to leave an exit path.
It is best to begin cleaning in the corner farthest
from your exit.
4. Pre-Treating (optional) Pre-treat
stubborn stains and highly soiled carpet in
hallways and other high-traffic areas.
a. Generously spray BISSELL Pretreat evenly
over soiled area.
Caution: DO NOT OVER WET CARPET
b.Wait 3-5 minutes before washing.
» Washing
carpeting regularly
can reduce dust
and allergens in
your home.
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3.
2.
4.
Power
Detent
2.
1.
4.3.
Fill the tank
1. Remove the solution tank by lifting it straight
up, then away from the lower body.
2. Unscrew the black cap at the bottom of the
solution tank.
3. Fill with hot (not boiling) tap water
(140°F/60°C MAX) to the WATER line. Fill the
rest of the tank with BISSELL 2X Formula to the
FORMULA line. Replace and tighten the black cap.
Caution: Do not microwave or boil water
before filling.
4. Place solution tank on lower body.
Carpet washing
1. Plug into proper outlet.
2. Adjust the retractable handle by turning
counterclockwise and lifting the handle up.
Turn clockwise to secure.
3. With foot, push the red power pedal,
located on the back of the machine.
NOTE: Handle must be in the full upright
position before use.
4. With foot, push the grey detent pedal.
located next to power button.
5. Cleaning Passes. While pressing the
trigger, make one slow forward wet pass and
another one back. Caution: Do not overwet.
6. Release the trigger and make one slow
forward and backward pass over the same
area.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until solution being
pulled up appears clean.
8. Empty the collection tank when dirty water
reaches the full line, or when the solution tank
is empty.
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3.
2b.
Operatis
Empty the collection tank
1. With foot, push the red power pedal, to turn off
and unplug power cord from outlet.
2. Remove the collection tank from base of unit.
a. Release collection tank latches (on each
side) by pulling up from the bottom of latch
and then out.
b. Carefully remove tank by lifting up on the
tank handle.
3. Carry collection tank to a toilet or sink. To
empty, pour out contents using opening at back
of tank.
4. Rinse collection tank thoroughly and replace
on unit.
5. Refill solution tank and continue cleaning.
Clean up after use
1. Unplug the unit.
2. Remove and rinse collection tank thoroughly.
3. Remove tank vent & foam filter (located on
top of the collection tank) and rinse.
4. Clean nozzle window by lifting latch and
removing nozzle from machine. Rinse under
running water.
5. 40N7 and 40H5 series models, pop out
CrossAction brush by pushing the tabs away
from each other and pushing down. Once the
brush pops out, rinse and replace by snapping
the tabs back into place.
6. When finished replace nozzle and secure
with latch.
NOTE: For best results, it is recommended
that the nozzle is cleaned after each use.
7. Remove lint and hair from red gasket in
base of unit. (Do not remove gasket)
8. Replace the collection tank on the base of
the machine and secure with latches.
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Mainnce & Care
Machine storage
For best results, a few simple steps can assure
your machine is well maintained after your
cleaning is complete.
1. Wrap power cord around Quick Release
Cord Wrap™ on side of the machine.
2. Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth. Store
machine upright in a protected, dry area.
NOTE: You may have cleaning formula
remaining in the solution tank. You may store
your machine this way for the next cleaning
task, but never keep dirty water in the
collection tank.
Install the replacement brush belt
1. Turn the machine off and unplug from
wall outlet.
2. Remove solution and collection tanks.
3. Lay machine down to access the bottom
of the machine.
4. With a Phillips head screwdriver, unscrew
the belt cover and remove.
5. Remove the brush end cap and remove
belt from brush.
6. Brush can now be removed.
7. Belt can be removed by sliding off the
motor pulley.
8. Clean or replace belt. Attach belt to
motor pulley and brush, insert brush into
right side end cap.
9. Reattach the left end cap and slide brush
back into place.
10. Replace the belt cover and screw into place.
11. Manually rotate brush to make sure it rotates
freely and that the belt is aligned properly.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch
o and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
CAUTION
Do not store unit where freezing may occur.
Damage to internal components may result.
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10.