Earn BISSELL Rewards! Register your product today! See details on page 2 back page ® USER'S GUIDE 33N8, 78R5 SERIES 2 Thank You 2 Product Registration 3 Safety Instructions 4-5 6 7-11 12-13 Product View Special Features Operations Troubleshooting 14 Replacement Parts 14 Accessories 15 Warranty 16 Consumer Services
Thanks for buying a BISSELL SpotBot We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL SpotBot. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your BISSELL SpotBot is well made, and we back it with a limited one year 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. My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your SpotBot®. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ Use only BISSELL cleaning products ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ intended for use in this appliance. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s Guide. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Product view Automatic Smart System™ control panel Dirty water/collection tank Clean water/solution tank Hose Connector Spray trigger Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL compact Advanced Cleaning Formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. Non-BISSELL cleaning solutions may harm the machine and void the warranty. 4 www.bissell.com 800.237.
Product view Automated cleaning brush Suction nozzles Deep Reach™ Technology Power cord Cord wraps Vacuum flex hose Tough Stain Brush™ Tough Stain Brush™ Storage www.bissell.com Cleaning window 800.237.
Special features Front view Clean water/solution tank Looking at the front of the unit, the clean water/solution tank is on the right side. Automatic Smart System™ control paneI Located on top of the unit, you will find the control panel. Select the cleaning cycle you would like to use (detailed instructions on page 8). Dirty water/collection tank Looking at the front of the unit, the dirty water/collection tank is on the left side.
Operations Getting ready 1A. 1B. 1. To fill the clean water/solution tank: A. Remove the clean water tank by lifting it straight up and then away from the unit. B. Unscrew the cap at the bottom of the clean water tank. There are 2 ways you can fill and use the tank: 2. For common stains such as dirt, grime, pet or oily stains, use the fill lines on the left side of the tank and fill with BISSELL 2X compact formula (trial size included) and water. 2. 3.
Operations How to begin Using the Automatic Smart System™ Your new SpotBot features an Automatic Smart System that takes the guesswork out of spot and stain removal. With the touch of a button, you can select the cleaning cycle to use your preferred method of cleaning. 1. Surface Stain Cycle This cycle has been designed for stains that are on the surface of your carpeting. This cycle will run for approximately 3 minutes. 2. Set-In Stain Cycle Use on stains that have had a period of time to set-in.
Operations To begin cleaning 1. Place the filled clean water/solution tank onto the unit. 2. Plug your SpotBot in. The power light will illuminate, indicating your SpotBot is ready to go. Automated cleaning 1. Place the unit directly over the spot or stain, making sure the stain is in the center of the cleaning area. 2. Select which cleaning cycle (surface stain or set-in) you would like to use. SpotBot will begin spraying, brushing and suctioning the soiled area, in a pre-programmed cycle.
Operations Manual cleaning 1. 1. Remove the hose from the unit by depressing the release button. 2. A. Remove the Tough Stain Brush from the back of the unit. B. Attach the Tough Stain Brush onto the grip of the hose. 3. Select the hose button on the control panel to start the SpotBot. 2A. 2B. NOTE: In manual mode, the SpotBot will not turn on until the hose is disconnected from the hose connector. If it is not removed within 30 seconds of pushing the hose button, the unit will shut off. 4.
Operations Manual cleaning continues 10. Press the STOP button to turn off the SpotBot. 11. 11. Disconnect the cleaning tool from the vacuum flex hose by pushing down on the button lock and pulling straight off (do not twist tools to remove them). 12. Unplug the machine and wrap the cord around the cord wraps. Attach the Tough Stain Brush to the base of SpotBot. Wrap the hose around the machine. Storage 1. Turn the unit OFF (O). Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Wrap power cord around the cord wrap.
Troubleshooting SpotBot will not run Automated cleaning Possible causes Remedies 1. Power cord not plugged in 2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker 1. Check electrical plug 2. Replace household fuse or reset breaker 3. Vacuum flex hose is not snapped into place securely 3. Check to make sure the vacuum flex hose is snapped into place Unusual or odd noise Possible causes 1. Clean water/solution tank is out of fluid Remedies 1.
Troubleshooting Cleaner will not run Manual cleaning Possible causes Remedies 1. Power cord not plugged in 2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker 1. Check electrical plug 2. Replace household fuse or reset breaker 3. Hose not removed from receiver 3. Remove hose 4. SpotBot shut off automatically during use 4. Press start button to resume manual cleaning Unusual or odd noise Possible causes 1. Clean water/solution tank is out of fluid Remedies 1.
Replacement parts - BISSELL SpotBot ® Item Part No.
Warranty - BISSELL SpotBot ® 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.
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 cleaner available.