PowerSteamer® USER’S GUIDE 8806 SERIES 3 4-5 6 Safety Instructions Product View Assembly 7-8 Special Features 8-11 Operation 12-15 Maintenance and Care 16-17 Troubleshooting 18 Consumer Services 19 Replacement Parts 20 Warranty ug120-4080_7350_908.
Thanks for buying a BISSELL PowerSteamer We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL PowerSteamer deep cleaner. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your PowerSteamer is well made, and we back it with a limited oneyear 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your PowerSteamer® WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Do not immerse. ■ Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process. ■ Always connect to a properly grounded outlet. ■ See Grounding Instructions. ■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.
Product view Strain Reliever Handle™ Quick Release Cord Wrap™ Handle Assembly Power Cord Lower Cord Wrap Lower Body Flow Indicator ReadyTool™ Dial SmartMix® Switch Belt Access Door SmartMix® Tank Floor Nozzle Window DirtLifter® PowerBrush* Optional Accessories: These items are available for purchase to use with your model. To order replacement parts or additional tools or formulas, please refer to page 19.
Product view Spray Trigger 3" Tough Stain Brush Power Switch Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL advanced cleaning formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. NonBISSELL cleaning solutions may harm the machine and will void the warranty. Flex Hose 2-in-1 Tank Easy Rolling Wheels Handle Release BISSELL Formulas: 48 oz. BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula™ with Scotchgard™ Protector 48 oz.
How to Use this Guide This user’s guide has been designed to help you get the utmost satisfaction from your BISSELL PowerSteamer. You’ll find assembly and operating instructions, safety precautions, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting instructions. Please read this guide thoroughly before assembling your deep cleaner. Pay particular attention to the product diagram, assembly instructions, and part names. Locate and organize all parts before assembly.
Special Features of Your BISSELL PowerSteamer Your BISSELL PowerSteamer is a home cleaning system that uses a combination of hot tap water, BISSELL advanced cleaning formula and suction to safely clean carpets and upholstery. DirtLifter® PowerBrush The DirtLifter PowerBrush is designed to enhance cleaning performance. The bristle pattern safely lifts out the deep down dirt while gently grooming carpet fibers. The floating suspension self-adjusts to all carpet heights.
Special Features of Your BISSELL PowerSteamer Flow indicator This is located on the machine base. It spins when the trigger is pressed to indicate that the machine is applying cleaning solution to the carpet and will stop spinning when the SmartMix tank or Bladder needs to be refilled, or when the trigger is released. Flow Indicator ON OFF Note: Flow Indicator does not spin when spraying through the attachment hose.
Operation Fill the 2-in-1 water tank 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Release the handle and lay the machine handle back to access the tank. Remove the tank from the base of the machine by lifting the tank carry handle. Carry like a bucket to the sink. Rotate the handle forward to unlatch the lid. Lift off and set the lid aside. Fill up the bladder with clean hot tap water. *Do not boil or microwave water as it can destroy the bladder. Replace the top of the tank by matching the lid and tank edges.
Operation Choose the SmartMix setting Simply choose one of the 3 settings • High traffic • Normal • Water rinse and the PowerSteamer will adjust the right amount of cleaning solution to mix with the heated water to fit your cleaning need.
Operation Empty the 2-in-1 water tank 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. Remove the 2-in-1 water tank from the base using the tank carry handle. Carry the tank like a bucket to a utility sink or outside where you will dispose of the collection water. Remove the top of the tank by rotating the handle forward to unlatch lid and lifting lid off tank. Empty collection water from bottom of tank. NOTE: You may notice hair & debris deposits 3.
Maintenance and care Machine storage W ARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, Once your cleaning is complete, make sure the 2-in-1 water tank is emptied and rinsed out. Put the unit away in a closet or basement for the next use. The SmartMix tank can remain filled and ready to go (store with machine set to water rinse setting), or it can simply be emptied back into the formula bottle if that is more convenient. electric shock or injury, unplug from the outlet before servicing.
Maintenance and care Your PowerSteamer machine comes equipped with a hose and at least one attachment for cleaning stairs, upholstery, and more. 1. Important! If using to clean Upholstery, check Upholstery Tags. A. Check manufacturer’s tag before cleaning. “W” or “WS” on the tag means you can use your PowerSteamer. If the tag is coded with an “X” or an “S” (with a diagonal stripe through it), or says “Dry Clean Only”, do not proceed with any deep cleaning machine. Do not use on velvet or silk.
W ARNING: To reduce the risk of fire Maintenance and care Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL advanced cleaning formula on hand so you can clean and protect whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. 48 oz. BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula™ with Scotchgard™ Protector item # 0710 48 oz. BISSELL Multi-Allergen Removal™ Formula with Scotchgard™ Protector item # 0720 48 oz.
Maintenance and care Hard floor cleaning Your PowerSteamer model may have come with a hard floor attachment and Hard Floor Solutions Formula. If not, these products are available for purchase by contacting the BISSELL Consumer Services department by phone or on the website. The hard floor tool provides effective cleaning for linoleum, vinyl, and tile floors. Caution: Do not use on unsealed hardwood floors. 1. Vacuum or Sweep thoroughly to pick up any loose 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
Troubleshooting W ARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury unplug from outlet before servicing. Reduced spray or no spray. Possible Cause Remedies 1. Bladder may be empty. 1. 2. SmartMix tank may be empty. 2. 3. The filter may be clogged. 3. 4. Tanks may not be seated properly. 4. 5. Pump may have lost prime. 5. 6. The pump belt may be broken. 6. Lift Here Insert Screwdriver Blade Here 16 www.
Troubleshooting DirtLifter PowerBrush does not turn. Possible Cause Remedies 1. The Brush Belt or Pump Belt 1. is off or broken. Turn the machine OFF (O) and unplug from the outlet. To check if the brush belt or pump belt has broken, you will need a flat head screwdriver. Insert the blade end into the lower slot of the belt access door to release the lower snap. If necessary, insert the blade end into the upper slot to release the upper snap.
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. EST 9 a.m. — 8 p.m. EST 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.
Replacement parts - BISSELL PowerSteamer Below a list of common replacement parts. While not all of these parts may have come with your specific machine, all are available to you for purchase, if desired. Item Part No.
Warranty - BISSELL PowerSteamer 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.