Bissell Vacuum Cleaner 1960 User Manual

QuickSteamer®  
U S E R ’ S G U I D E  
1960 SERIES QUICKSTEAMER  
2070 SERIES QUICKSTEAMER POWERBRUSH  
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Safety Instructions  
Product View  
4
5
Assembly/Accessories  
6-8  
Operations  
Routine Maintenance  
9
Troubleshooting  
10  
10  
Consumer Services  
11  
Replacement Parts  
12  
Warranty  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Do not unplug by pulling on cord.  
Use only manufacturer’s recommended  
attachments.  
When using an electrical appliance,  
basic precautions should be observed,  
including the following:  
Read all instructions before using your  
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.  
Close attention is necessary when used by  
or near children.  
QUICKSTEAMER®.  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock  
or injury:  
WARNING:  
Do not expose to rain, store indoors.  
Do not leave QUICKSTEAMER® when it is  
plugged in.  
Do not service QUICKSTEAMER® when it is  
WARNING The Power Cord of this unit  
contains chemicals, including lead, known in  
the state of California to cause birth defects  
or other reproductive harm.  
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.  
Wash hand after handling  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
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.  
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.  
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  
Grounded  
Outlets  
materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene,  
etc.) or use in the presence of explosive  
liquids or vapor.  
Grounding Pin  
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.).  
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  
Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug. 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 attach-  
ment plug that looks like the plug in the  
drawing above. Make certain that the appli-  
ance is connected to an outlet having the  
same configuration as the plug. No plug  
adapter should be used with this appliance.  
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 on surfaces moistened by  
cleaning process.  
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only  
See Grounding Instructions.  
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before  
conducting maintenance or trouble shooting.  
This model is for household use only.  
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Spray  
Trigger  
Strain  
Power Cord  
Reliever  
Handle™  
Quick Release  
Cord Wrap  
2.  
1.  
Clean  
Water  
Tank  
Lower  
Cord  
Wrap  
Upper  
Body  
Power  
Switch  
Detent  
Lever  
Vent Cover  
Containing  
Foam Filter  
Large,  
Easy  
Rolling  
Wheels  
Dirty  
Water  
Tank  
Lower  
Body  
Floor  
Nozzle  
Spray Bar  
Dirty Water  
Tank Latch  
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How To Use This Guide  
This User’s Guide has been designed to help you get the utmost  
satisfaction from your BISSELL QuickSteamer Lightweight Deep  
Cleaner. You’ll find assembly and operating instructions, safety pre-  
cautions, 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 assembles quickly and easily. The only tool  
you will need to assemble your deep cleaner is a Phillips Head  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
(
screwdriver.  
Your QuickSteamer is packaged with the following items:  
Strain Reliever Handle  
Upper Body  
Lower Body with Dirty Water Tank  
Clean Water Tank  
2 Long/Partially Threaded Screws  
1 Short/Fully Threaded Screw  
How To Put It Together  
Slide Upper Body into Lower Body.  
1.  
Secure with 2 Long/Partially Threaded Screws.  
2.  
Slide Strain Reliever Handle down into Upper Body until it  
will go no further.  
3.  
Secure with Short/Fully Threaded Screw.  
4.  
Place Clean Water Tank on back of unit.  
5.  
Other Components  
Clean Water Tank - holds 1/2-gallon of hot water and cleaning solution.  
Dirty Water Tank - holds 1/2-gallon of dirty water.  
Power Cord - for storage, wrap Power Cord around Upper and  
Lower Cord Wraps, and secure Plug to Cord with molded clip.  
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How to use your BISSELL QuickSteamer  
How to begin  
WARNING:  
To reduce the risk of fire, use  
only BISSELL Advanced  
Cleaning Formulas for Deep  
Cleaning Machines.  
Plan activities to give carpet time to dry.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Use of cleaning formulas  
that contain lemon or  
Remove easily moved furniture (chairs, lamps,  
coffee/cocktail tables, etc.) from room if needed.  
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  
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.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
®
your QuickSteamer,  
causing cracking or pitting.  
Carpeting will dry in three to four hours, depending on  
carpet style and air circulation in room. A floor fan  
speeds drying.  
Tip:  
Always vacuum  
thoroughly before  
you deep clean.  
If possible, move  
larger furniture to  
an area you will  
not be cleaning.  
Replace furniture on damp carpeting by placing waxed  
paper under legs until floor dries completely.  
Getting ready  
Remove the Clean Water Tank by lifting it straight up,  
then away from the Lower Body.  
1.  
2.  
2.  
Formula  
Measuring  
Cap  
Using the Formula Measuring Cap, add two (2) capfuls of  
BISSELL® Advanced Cleaning Formulas for Deep  
Cleaning Machines to the Clean Water Tank. Add 1/2-  
gallon of hot (NOT boiling) tap water. Fill only to fill line –  
do not overfill.  
Unscrew to Remove  
Replace and turn Formula Measuring Cap clockwise  
until secure.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Place Clean Water Tank on Lower Body.  
Rotate Quick Release Cord Wrap™ to release the Power  
Cord and plug into an outlet.  
6.  
Power  
Switch  
Turn Power Switch [located on the side of the Lower  
Body] to ( ) ON.  
6.  
7.  
If cleaner starts when first plugged in, switch cleaner  
OFF ( ) until ready for use.  
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Pre-Treating  
Pre-treat stubborn stains and highly soiled carpet in hallways and  
other high-traffic areas.  
Tip:  
Deep cleaning  
spots, spills  
and high traffic  
areas on a  
Spray soiled area with BISSELL® Tough Stain PreCleaner.™  
1.  
regular basis can  
prolong  
carpet life.  
Use a stiff-bristled brush to work formula into carpet pile.  
2.  
Wait 3 -5 minutes before deep cleaning.  
3.  
Deep Cleaning  
Turn Power Switch [located on the side of the Lower  
Body] to ( ) ON.  
1.  
Tip:  
It is recommended that  
every time your Clean  
Water Tank is emptied  
of solution that you  
empty the contents of  
the Dirty Water Tank. If  
the Dirty Water Tank  
gets too full, you may  
begin to see foam  
With foot, press the Detent Lever on right side of Lower Body.  
2.  
Depress Spray Trigger to spray cleaning solution.  
Do not overwet.  
3.  
To suction up water, repeat motion over same area without  
depressing Trigger.  
spitting out of the vent  
cover. When this  
4.  
happens you will know  
it is time to empty the  
Dirty Water Tank.  
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until no more dirt can be removed.  
5.  
Continue to clean entire carpet, working in 3’ x 4’ sections.  
6.  
Vent  
Cover  
7.  
Empty the Dirty Water Tank when dirty water reaches the  
full line, or when the Clean Water Tank is empty. See  
7.  
page 9 for instructions.  
If Floor Nozzle stops spraying, turn Power Switch to OFF  
(
) and check water and cleaning solution levels. Refill  
8.  
if needed.  
Dirty Water Tank  
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Belt and Brush Removal - 2070 Series only  
*QuickSteamer PowerBrush models only  
4.  
3.  
Turn the machine off and unplug from wall outlet.  
1.  
Remove clean and dirty water tanks.  
2.  
Lie machine down to access the bottom of the machine.  
3.  
5A.  
5.  
Unscrew the brush cover.  
4.  
Remove the brush end cap and remove belt from brush.  
5.  
Brush can now be removed.  
6.  
6.  
7.  
Belt can be removed by sliding off the motor pulley.  
7.  
Clean or replace belt. Attach belt to motor pulley and  
brush, insert brush into right side end cap.  
8.  
Reattach the left end cap.  
9.  
9.  
8.  
Slide brush with the end cap attached back into place.  
Replace the brush cover and screw into place.  
10.  
11.  
10.  
11.  
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Routine Maintenance  
WARNING:  
To reduce the risk of  
injury from moving parts  
and/or electrical shock,  
turn Power Switch OFF  
and disconnect polarized  
plug from electrical  
When you’re done  
Turn Power Switch to OFF ( ) position.  
1.  
outlet before performing  
troubleshooting checks.  
Unplug Power Cord from outlet.  
2.  
3.  
Remove and empty Dirty Water Tank.  
a. Press detent Pedal and tip Handle back, laying it  
gently on floor.  
a.  
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.  
f. Remove lint and hair from Red Gasket in base of unit.  
(Do not remove gasket)  
Replace Dirty Water Tank on Lower Body and secure  
with latches.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
b.  
Wrap Power Cord around Quick Release Cord Wrapon  
side of QUICKSTEAMER®.  
Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth. Store cleaner upright  
in a protected, dry area.  
c.  
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 D
Water Tank.  
d.  
e.  
Vent  
Cover  
CAUTION:  
Do not store unit where  
freezing may occur.  
Damage to internal  
components may result.  
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Trouble Shooting  
Reduced spray or no spray.  
Possible Causes  
Remedies  
Clean Water Tank empty  
Refill Tank with water and formula  
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  
BISSELL Consumer Services  
For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about  
your warranty, call:  
BISSELL Consumer Services  
1-800-237-7691  
Monday - Friday  
Saturday  
8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET  
9 a.m. — 8 p.m. ET  
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 is your warranty.  
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Replacement parts - BISSELL QuickSteamer  
Item Part No.  
Part Name  
QuickSteamer– 1960 Series  
1
203-5601  
Handle Assembly  
2
3
4
203-5602  
203-5603  
203-5604  
Cross Action Brush  
Clean Water Tank  
Dirty Water Tank  
5
603-7822  
Bare Floor Tool*  
QuickSteamer PowerBrush– 2070 Series  
1
3
4
603-2010  
603-2009  
603-2008  
Handle Assembly  
Clean Water Tank  
Dirty Water Tank  
6
7
8
9
603-2006  
603-2007  
0710  
Dirt Lifter PowerBrush  
Belt  
Fiber Cleansing Formula™ 48 oz  
Multi-Allergen Removal™ Formula 48 oz  
Tough Stain PreCleaner™  
0720  
10 044  
* Not all parts included with every model.  
1
5
9
2
3
4
6
7
8
10  
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About Your 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  
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 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:  
Contact BISSELL Consumer Services 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 Services.  
Website or E-mail:  
Use the “Customer Services” tab.  
Or Call:  
BISSELL Consumer Services  
1-800-237-7691  
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. ET  
Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET  
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 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 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  
©2003 BISSELL HOMECARE, Inc.  
not apply to you.  
Grand Rapids, Michigan  
All rights reserved. Printed in USA.  
Part Number 603-5600  
Rev 3/03  
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