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USER'S GUIDE
1940 SERIES
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2Thank You
Safety Instructions
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Product View
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Assembly
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Special Features
6
Operations
7-9
Consumer Care
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Maintenance and Care
9
Troubleshooting
10
Replacement Parts &
Additional Accessories
10
Warranty
11
Product Registration
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PowerFresh™ Steam Mop

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL PowerFresh™ Steam Mop
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL PowerFresh™ Steam Mop. Everything
we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this
complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL PowerFresh Steam Mop is well made, and we back it with a
limited two-year warranty. 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 PowerFresh Steam Mop.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should be observed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using your
PowerFresh Steam Mop.
WARNING: To
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
■Do not direct steam at people, animals,
or at electrical outlets.
■Do not expose to rain.
■Store indoors.
■Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before conducting maintenance
or troubleshooting.
■Do not leave steam cleaner unattended.
■Do not expose hair, loose clothing, ngers
or body parts to openings or moving parts.
■Do not service steam cleaner when it is
plugged in.
■Do not handle steam cleaner with wet hands.
■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 pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close door on cord, pull cord
around sharp corners or edges, or expose
cord to heated surfaces.
■Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
■Do not use appliance in an enclosed
space filled with vapor given off by
oil-base paint, paint thinner, some
moth 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
furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics,
velvet or other delicate, steam-sensitive
materials.
■Do not immerse.
■Not for space heating purposes
■Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this User’s Guide.
■Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments – use of attachments not
provided or sold by BISSELL may cause
fire, electric shock or injury.
■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.
■Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Commercial use of this unit void the
manufacturer's warranty.
THIS APPLIANCE
HAS A
POLARIZED
PLUG.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider then the other) This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install a
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in
any way.
This model is for household use only.

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Product view
Washable Microfiber
Mop Pads with
Microban®
Antimicrobial Product
Protection (2-pack)
Strain Reliever
Handle™
Removable
Water Tank
Low Profile,
Edge-Cleaning
Mop Head
Maneuverable
Swivel
Removable
Easy Scrubber
Quick Release™
Cord Wrap
Removable & Washable
Easy Scrubber Spring Breeze Fragrance Discs Replacement Pack
(2-pack)
Optional Accessories:
Lower Cord
Wrap
Smart Set™
Steam Control

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Assembly
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Your PowerFresh™ Steam Mop assembles
quickly and easily. It is packaged with the
following items:
Handle Assembly with one screw
Lower Body
Maneuverable Mop Head
Removable Water Tank
Removable Easy Scrubber
(attached to mop head)
2 - PowerFresh™ Steam Mop Pads
2 - Spring Breeze Fragrance Discs
1. Attach lower body to mop head by
snapping it into place.
2. Slide handle assembly down and
screw until tightened.
PowerFresh Steam Mop assembly
is now complete.
Handle Assembly
Maneuverable Mop Head
Removable
Water Tank
2 PowerFresh Steam
Mop Pads
Lower Body
1 2

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Special features
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Removable water tank
The water tank is located on the top of
the PowerFresh™ Steam Mop. It can be
refilled with water any time during use.
Distilled or demineralized water is rec-
ommended in place of tap water.
Do not use chemicals in the
water tank of your PowerFresh
Steam Mop.
SmartSet™ Steam Control
(Low, Medium, High)
SmartSet™ Steam Control indicator light
will stop blinking when PowerFresh™
Steam Mop is ready to use. Then press
the Steam Level button to choose the level
of steam you desire.
Microfiber Mop Pads with Microban®
Antimicrobial Product Protection
Reusable microfiber mop pads are
machine washable and safe for virtually all
hard floor surfaces. Your PowerFresh may
have come with two different pads. The
white microfiber pad is best for everyday
use on delicate flooring like sealed hard-
woods and laminate. The gray and white
striped pad can be used for scrubbing
heavily soiled floors and cleaning tougher
messes. The Microban® Antimicrobial
Product Protection fights odor causing bac-
teria for a fresher and cleaner mop pad.
Removable Easy Scrubber
Quickly clean sticky messes by pressing
the Easy Scrubber with your foot and
locking it into position. Clean grout and
crevices easily with this effective tool.
Tip:
Do not attempt to use
your PowerFresh Steam
Mop without water in
the tank. You may hear
a knocking sound indicat-
ing there is no water.

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Operations
1A 1B
Getting ready
The mop pad may have already
come attached to the mop head, if
not follow steps 1A and 1B below.
1. Add Freshening Disc and Attach Mop Pad
A. Insert Spring Breeze Freshening Disc
into pocket inside mop pad. Use the
whole disc for a refreshing scent or cut
in half for a lighter scent.
B. Set mop head in mop pad, making
sure quick-grip release tab is located
on the back.
2. Fill the water tank
A. Remove tank by lifting straight up
and away from unit.
B. Unscrew cap at bottom of water tank.
C. Fill water tank with water. For best
results, water should be at room
temperature.
D. Replace the cap, tighten until snug.
E. Replace water tank by gently sliding
tank into place and press down firmly.
3. Twist the Quick Release™ cord wrap
clockwise to unwrap the power cord
completely and plug into a 120-Volt outlet
as described on the Important Safety
Instructions, page 3.
4. SmartSet™ Steam Select Indicator light
will glow when PowerFresh Steam Mop is
ready to use. Press the Steam Level button
to choose the level of steam you desire.
NOTE: Upon first use of the
PowerFresh™ Steam Mop or first
use after refilling the water tank,
the pump may make a "knocking"
sound. This is normal and should
only last a few seconds.
2A 2B
Tip:
Use of distilled water is recom-
mended to prolong the life of your
PowerFresh Steam Mop,

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Operations
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Before you clean
Thoroughly sweep or vacuum floor prior to
cleaning with the PowerFresh™ Steam Mop.
Cleaning hard floors
Your PowerFresh™ Steam Mop is designed to
clean hard flooring such as ceramic tile, vinyl, lami-
nate, marble, stone and sealed hard wood floors.
Use of your PowerFresh Steam Mop on waxed or
some unwaxed floors may result in a diminished
glossiness. The PowerFresh Steam Mop is not for
use on unsealed wood floors. For best results test in
an inconspicuous area and check the care instruc-
tions from your flooring manufacturer.
1. Plug the unit in and wait 30 seconds for it to
heat up. Choose the level of steam to clean
your floor: Low (delicate floors), Medium
(regular cleaning), High (durable floors or
sticky messes). Begin cleaning by slowly
passing the unit over the floor surface.
2. To sanitize an area of your floor, (attack
invisible germs and bacteria) place the
PowerFresh Steam Mop over the spot for
a minimum 15 seconds using continuous
steam, but no longer than 20 seconds
using continuous steam. For larger areas,
overlap swivel head placement.
3. Use your foot to press and lock the Easy
Scrubber brush to thoroughly clean grout,
crevices and sticky messes. Slowly move
the brushes over the sticky mess or grout
to remove.
4. When the PowerFresh™ Steam Mop
stops emitting steam, unplug the unit.
Simply remove the water tank, refill,
and continue cleaning.
Carpet Refresher Attachment
This accessory is recommended for the refreshing
of carpets. Once the steam mop is cradled in the
carpet refresher attachment, it will easily glide
over the carpet.
NOTE: Always be sure a mop pad is in
place before placing in carpet refresher
attachment. Only white mop pads
should be used with the carpet attach-
ment. Do not use carpet attachment on
spots or stains, or glide it over the same
spot for no longer than 20 seconds.
WARNING:
Never put descaling, alcoholic,
or detergent products into
the steam cleaner, as this
may damage it or make it
unsafe for use.
WARNING:
Tinted plates on foot may get
hot while steam mop is in use.
Do not touch while hot.

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Operations
Maintenance and care
Carpet Refresher Attachment cont
1. Place the swivel mop head, with mop pad
attached, in the carpet refresher attachment.
NOTE: The PowerFresh™ Steam Mop rests
in the carpet refresher attachment and
may not stay attached to the swivel mop
head. It is meant to glide over the carpet.
2. Fill the water tank with water. Begin refresh-
ing your carpet or rug by pushing the
PowerFresh™ Steam Mop in a forward and
backward motion, releasing steam as you go.
3. When you have finished refreshing your
carpet or rug, unplug the steam mop and
remove from the carpet or rug.
NOTE: Move the PowerFresh™ Steam
Mop and carpet refresher attachment in
a continuous motion until you are fin-
ished. This product is not intended to be
used as a carpet cleaner, only a carpet
refresher or deodorizer. Never attempt
to use the PowerFresh™ Steam Mop
on carpet without the carpet refresher
attachment in place. DO NOT leave the
mop in a stationary position.
When you're done
1. Unplug power cord from outlet.
2. Carefully remove the mop pad using the
Quick Release™ tab from the mop head.
The mop pad and lower assembly may
be hot. Remove Spring Breeze Freshening
Disc from mop pad.
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. Use only liquid detergents.
Do not use fabric softeners or bleach.
For best results, air dry.
5. Wrap power cord around quick release
cord wrap on back of PowerFresh™
Steam Mop.
6. Wipe all surfaces of PowerFresh™ Steam
Mop with a soft cloth. Store upright
in a protected, dry area.
CAUTION:
Upright storage of the
PowerFresh 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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Troubleshooting
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Item Part No. Part Name
1 203-8411 Handle Assembly
2 203-8412 Water Tank with Cap and Insert
3 203-8413 Cap and Insert Assembly
4 203-8410 Easy Scrubber
5 203-8429 Carpet Glider
21 3 4 5
2
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Additional Accessories
Item Part No. Part Name
1 5928 Washable Microfiber Mop Pad with Microban®
Antimicrobial Product Protection (2-pack)
2 1095 Spring Breeze Freshening Discs – 8-pack
Replacement parts
Reduced steam or no steam.
Possible Causes Remedies
1. Water tank empty 1. Fill tank
2. Steam level not selected 2. Select steam level by pushing steam level button.
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should
be performed by an authorized service representative.
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Please do not return this product to the store.
For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to be
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Warranty
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 Care 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 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 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 routine maintenance components such as mop pads. Damage or
malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or any other use not in
accordance with the product's use instructions is not covered.
If your BISSELL product should require service:
Contact BISSELL Consumer Care 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 Care.
Website or E-mail:
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Or Call:
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Saturday 9 am - 8 pm ET
Or Write:
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PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
ATTN: Consumer CRE
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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.
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of date of
purchase in the event of a warranty claim.

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Or write:
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids MI 49501
ATTN: Consumer Care
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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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