BISSELL PowerForce™ PowerBrush Pet

Product Overview

• 1. Upper Handle
• 2. Spray Trigger
• 3. Middle Handle
• 4. Clean Water Tank
• 5. Dirty Water Tank Handle
• 6. Dirty Water Tank
• 7. Lower Body
• 8. Nozzle

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Important Safety Instructions

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions. Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.
• Do not leave appliance when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Use indoors only.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user guide. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, or 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 a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not carry the appliance while in use.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn OFF all controls before plugging or unplugging appliance.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil-based paint, paint thinner, some moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
• Do not use to pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• Use only BISSELL® cleaning products intended for use with this appliance to prevent internal component damage. See the Cleaning Formulas section of this guide.
• Do not immerse. Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process.
• Keep appliance on a level surface.
• Always install float before any wet pick-up operation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. COMMERCIAL USE OF THIS UNIT VOIDS THE MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY.

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.

Diagram Description: Shows a grounded outlet with a grounding pin and a plug with a grounding pin, illustrating the connection.

What's in the Box?

Standard accessories may vary by model. To identify what should be included with your purchase, please refer to the “Carton Contents” list located on the carton top flap.

• Upper Handle
• Middle Handle
• Dirty Water Tank and Lower Body
• Clean Water Tank
• Trial-Size Formula

Assembly

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1. Slide the Middle Handle onto the Lower Body until it "clicks" into place.
2. Slide the Upper Handle into the Middle Handle until it "clicks" into place.
3. Place the Clean Water Tank on the handle and push down until it "clicks" into place.
4. Wrap up the power cord.

Cleaning Formulas

View our family of carpet cleaning formulas for your family of mess makers at BISSELL.com.

Keep plenty of BISSELL® formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL formulas in your machine. Other formulas may harm the machine and void the warranty.

Pretreat

• PET PRO OXY Stain Destroyer: Permanently removes tough pet stains & odors with OXY.

Machine Formula

• Clean + Refresh: Powerful cleaning and odor elimination with Febreze freshness.
• PET Stain & Odor: Removes tough pet stains. Includes StainProtect™ to protect against future stains.
• PRO MAX Clean + Protect: Our most powerful formula for tough, ground-in dirt & stains. Includes StainProtect to protect against future stains.
• PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator: Our best formula for pet urine stains & odors. Includes StainProtect to protect against future stains.

To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock due to internal component damage, use only BISSELL cleaning formulas intended for use with the carpet cleaning device.

Filling the Clean Water Tank

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1. Remove the Clean Water Tank by lifting straight up and away from the machine.
2. Unscrew the cap at the bottom of the tank.
3. Fill with hot (140°F/60°C MAX) tap water to the WATER line. Do not use boiling water. Do not heat water in the microwave.
4. Add BISSELL formula to the FORMULA line.
5. Replace and tighten the cap.
6. Replace the tank on the machine until it "clicks" into place.

Cleaning Your Carpet

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Tips Before Cleaning

• If cleaning an entire room, consider moving your furniture to another area.
• Use a dry vacuum cleaner over the area before using your deep cleaner.
• Remove any large, solid debris before wet cleaning.
• Pretreat stains with BISSELL® Pretreat to improve performance on coffee stains and ground-in dirt.

Cleaning Steps

1. Plug into a proper outlet. ?
2. Turn the machine ON by pressing the power switch.
3. Step on the recline pedal located below the power switch.
4. Make cleaning passes. Repeat these passes until solution being pulled up appears clean. Empty the Dirty Water Tank and refill the Clean Water Tank as needed.
   • With Spray Trigger Held: 1 pass forward, 1 pass back.
   • With Spray Trigger Released: 1 pass forward, 1 pass back.

Emptying the Dirty Water Tank

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1. Turn OFF ⏰ and unplug your machine.
2. Release Dirty Water Tank by pulling out and up on the latches on the side.
3. Carefully remove tank by lifting up on the Dirty Water Tank Handle.
4. Lift tab on the top of the tank.
5. To empty, pour out dirty water using opening at back of tank. Rinse the tank thoroughly. Reinsert tab into tank.
6. To continue cleaning, align the bottom of the tank to the base and secure into place with latches.

Important Notes

• Please check manufacturer's tag before cleaning area rugs for any specialized cleaning instructions. BISSELL does not recommend deep cleaning delicate, silk, wool, antique, or area rugs without a manufacturer's tag.
• Do not overwet carpet. Be careful not to run over loose objects or edges of area rugs. Stalling the brush may result in premature belt failure.

After-Cleaning Care

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1. Turn OFF ⏰ and unplug your machine. Follow steps 2 & 3 in the section above to remove the Dirty Water Tank.
2. Grab the top of the Nozzle and pull it up and away from the machine. Rinse or wipe it clean. Use a cloth to wipe debris from the red filter.
3. Use a cloth to wipe clean.
4. Ensure the Dirty Water Tank is empty by gently removing the float stack and unscrewing the ring at the bottom of the tank. Follow steps 4 & 5 on page 5.
5. Clean and rinse debris from the float. Keeping the float clean prevents your Dirty Water Tank from overflowing and ensures the seal stays intact.
6. Once clean, assemble by aligning the arrow on the float with the notch on the tank. Then, return the ring and twist to lock. Make sure it's fully aligned, so water doesn't leak.
7. To replace the Nozzle, align top into channel in front of red filter and press in place.
8. Use both hands to push the bottom portion of Nozzle into place.
9. Once Dirty Water Tank is dry, align the bottom of the tank to the base and secure into place with latches.

ATTENTION: If you experience no suction, remove the Dirty Water Tank and ensure the Nozzle is secured and latched appropriately. Return Dirty Water Tank to the machine and try cleaning again.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting.

Replacing the Belt & Brush Roll

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1. Turn OFF ⏰ and unplug your machine. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver ? to remove the 3 screws.
2. Remove belt cover.
3. Pull Brush Roll out and remove belt from track.
4. Pull belt off of motor shaft.
5. Wrap new belt around motor shaft.
6. Put the belt on the Brush Roll track. Put the Brush Roll back into position.
7. Align Brush Roll mount to screw post.
8. Reposition belt cover.
9. Reinstall 3 screws.

Any other maintenance or servicing not included in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting.

Storing Your Machine

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Store your machine in a protected, dry area. When finished using the product, wrap cord around cord wrap for storage.

NOTICE: To reduce the risk of a leaking condition, do not store machine where freezing may occur. Damage to internal components may result.

Troubleshooting

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This guide has everything you need to get ready for first use, including setting up, using and maintaining your machine, but online you'll find additional resources like tips and troubleshooting, videos, product registration, parts, and more.

Warranty

1-Year limited warranty, may vary by state. Visit support.BISSELL.com or call 1-800-237-7691 for complete warranty information.

We're Waggin' Our Tails!

BISSELL® proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation® and its mission to help save homeless pets. When you buy a BISSELL product, you help save pets, too. BISSELL is proud to design products that help make pet messes, odors and pet homelessness disappear.

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