How To Use Bissell Powerfresh Steam Mop

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1940 SERIES

POWERFRESH®
USER GUIDE

IMPORTANT Safe INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Before USING YOUR STEAM MOP.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not in utilise and before conducting maintenance.

Alert
TO REDUCE THE Adventure OF Burn, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:

Do non direct steam at people, animals, or at electrical outlets.
Do not expose to rain.
Store indoors.
Unplug from outlet when non in use and earlier conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.
Practise non leave steam cleaner unattended.
Do not expose hair, loose wear, fingers or body parts to openings or moving parts.
Practise not service steam cleaner when information technology is plugged in.
Do not handle steam cleaner with wet easily.
Do not use steam cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, render it to a service center.
Practice not pull or carry by cord, use string as a handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or edges, or expose cord to heated surfaces.
Do non unplug by pulling on cord.
Do non use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapor given off by oil-base pigment, pigment thinner, some moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
Do non allow to be used equally a toy.
Exercise not use on leather, wax polished piece of furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate, steam-sensitive materials.
Practice not immerse.
Not for space heating purposes
Practice not utilise for whatsoever purpose other than described in this User'due south Guide.
Use merely manufacturer's recommended attachments – use of attachments non provided or sold by BISSELL may crusade fire, electric shock or injury.
Never put descaling, aromatic, alcoholic or detergent products into the steam cleaner, equally this may damage information technology or make it unsafe for utilize.
Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord.
Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR Futurity Employ
This model is for household utilise only. Commercial utilise of this unit voids the manufacturer's warranty.

THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric stupor, this appliance has a polarized plug (i blade is wider than the other). This plug volition fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does non fit fully in the outlet, opposite the plug. If it notwithstanding does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Practise not change the plugin anyhow.

Thanks for buying a BISSELL hard floor cleaner

We're glad you lot purchased a BISSELL hard floor cleaner. Everything nosotros know nearly floor care went into the blueprint and structure of this consummate, loftier-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL hard floor cleaner is well made, and we back it with a limited 2-year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer Care department, and then, should you ever take a problem, yous'll receive fast, considerate aid.
My groovy-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876. Today, BISSELL is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of loftier-quality homecare products like your BISSELL difficult floor cleaner.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO

Product View

Alert
Plastic film tin can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep abroad from babies and children.

Alarm
Do not plug in your hard floor cleaner until y'all are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.

Alert
To reduce the risk of electric daze, turn power switch off and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Assembly

Your PowerFresh® Steam Mop assembles quickly and easily. It is packaged with the following items:

Handle Assembly with one screw
Lower Trunk
Maneuverable Mop Head
Removable Water Tank
Removable Easy Scrubber (attached to mop caput)
PowerFresh® Steam Mop Pads (quantity may vary)
Bound Breeze Fragrance Discs (quantity may vary)

WARNING
Do not plug in your difficult flooring cleaner until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.

Attach lower body to mop head by snapping information technology into place.
Slide handle assembly down and screwuntil tightened. PowerFresh Steam Mop assembly is at present complete.

Warning
Practice extreme care when using your steam mop on hardwood floors. Prolonged application of steam in one area increases the run a risk of harm to the surface treatment on timber floors. Exam steam mop in an inconspicuous area before mopping a large surface area. The steam mop generates hot steam, so motion the unit continuously when depressing the trigger. The trigger does non demand to be depressed at all times. Regular human foot traffic and directly sunlight will wear down timber floor surface treatment, making it more susceptible to steam impairment. Check with your timber floor treatment and application specialist prior to steam mop operation.

Operations

Special Features

Warning
Exercise not endeavor to employ your PowerFresh Steam Mop without h2o in the tank. You may hear a knocking sound indicating there is no water.
Removable h2o tank
The water tank is located on the top of the PowerFresh® Steam Mop. It can exist refilled with water whatever time during use. Distilled or demineralized water is recommended in place of tap water.
Exercise not utilise chemicals in the h2o tank of your PowerFresh Steam Mop.
SmartSet™ Steam Control
(Depression, Medium, High) SmartSet™ Steam Control indicator low-cal will stop blinking when PowerFresh® Steam Mop is ready to use. Then printing the Steam Level push to cull the level of steam you want.
Microfiber Mop Pads
Reusable microfiber mop pads are machine washable and safe for virtually all hard floor surfaces. Your PowerFresh may have come with 2 different pads. The white microfiber pad is best for everyday utilize on delicate flooring similar sealed hardwoods and laminate. The greyness and white striped pad can be used for scrubbing heavily soiled floors and cleaning tougher messes.
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.

Getting ready

WARNING
Never put descaling, alcoholic, or detergent products into the steam cleaner, as this may damage it or make it unsafe for use.

The mop pad may take already come fastened to the mop caput, if not follow steps 1a and 1b below.

Add Fragrance Disc and adhere mop pad
a. Insert Spring Breeze Fragrance Disc into pocket inside mop pad. Use the whole disc for a refreshing scent or cut in half for a lighter scent.
b. Ready mop caput in mop pad, making sure quick-grip release tab is located on the back.
Fill the h2o tank
a. Remove tank past lifting direct up and away from unit of measurement.
b. Unscrew cap at lesser of water tank.
c. Fill water tank with water. For best results, h2o should exist at room temperature.
d. Replace the cap, tighten until snug.
e. Supplant water tank past gently sliding tank into place and press downwards firmly.
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.
SmartSet™ Steam Select Indicator lite will glow when PowerFresh Steam Mop is set to use. Press the Steam Level button to choose the level of steam y'all desire.

Annotation: Upon first use of the PowerFresh® Steam Mop or first use after refilling the h2o tank, the pump may make a "knocking" sound. This is normal and should only final a few seconds.

Tip
» Apply of distilled or demineralized water is recommended to prolong the life of your difficult floor cleaner. To add a fresh aroma as you make clean, endeavor BISSELL demineralized waters in various scents like Citrus, Eucalyptus Mint and Spring Breeze.

Before you clean

Thoroughly sweep or vacuum floor prior to cleaning with the PowerFresh® Steam Mop.

Cleaning hard floors

WARNING
Never put descaling, alcoholic, or detergent products into the steam cleaner, as this may damage information technology or go far unsafe for employ.
Warning
Tinted plates on human foot may get hot while steam mop is in use. Do not touch while hot.

Your PowerFresh® Steam Mop is designed to make clean hard floorings such equally ceramic tile, laminate, marble, stone, and sealed hardwood floors. Apply of your PowerFresh Steam Mop on waxed or some unwaxed floors may result in a diminished glossiness. The PowerFresh Steam Mop is not for utilise on unsealed woods floors. For best results exam in an camouflaged surface area and check the care instructions from your flooring manufacturer.

Plug the unit of measurement in and wait 30 seconds for it to rut up. Choose the level of steam to clean your floor: Low (frail floors), Medium (regular cleaning), High (durable floors or pasty messes). Brainstorm cleaning by slowly passing the unit of measurement over the floor surface.
To sanitize an area of your floor, (assail 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.
To thoroughly clean stale-on sticky spots identify the scrubby pad on the steam mop. Then printing and lock the Like shooting fish in a barrel Scrubber brush into place and slowly motility the brush over the glutinous spot to remove.
To plough off the PowerFresh® Steam Mop, continue to press the Steam Level push until the blue light is illuminated above the Steam Level button.
When the PowerFresh® Steam Mop stops emitting steam, unplug the unit of measurement. Simply remove the water tank, refill, and keep steaming.

Carpet Refresher Attachment (select models)
This accompaniment is recommended for the refreshing of carpets. One time the steam mop is cradled in the carpet refresher attachment, it volition easily glide over the rug.
NOTE: Always be sure a mop pad is in identify before placing in carpet refresher attachment. Only white mop pads should exist used with the carpet zipper. Practice not use carpeting attachment on spots or stains, or glide it over the same spot for longer than 20 seconds.

Place the swivel mop caput, with mop pad attached, in the carpet refresher attachment.
Note: The PowerFresh® Steam Mop rests in the carpet refresher zipper (select models) and may not stay attached to the swivel mop head. It is meant to glide over the carpet.
Fill the h2o tank with water. Begin refreshing your carpeting or rug by pushing the PowerFresh® Steam Mop in a forward and backward motion, releasing steam equally you go.
When y'all have finished refreshing your carpet or carpet, unplug the steam mop and remove from the carpeting or rug.
NOTE: Motility the PowerFresh® Steam Mop and carpet refresher attachment in a continuous motion until you are finished. This product is not intended to be used as a carpet cleaner, just a carpet refresher or deodorizer. Never attempt to utilise the PowerFresh® Steam Mop on carpet without the carpet refresher zipper in identify. Do NOT get out the mop in a stationary position.

Maintenance & Care

When y'all're done

Unplug power cord from the outlet.
Carefully remove the mop pad using the Quick Release™ tab from the mop caput. The mop pad and lower assembly may be hot. Remove Leap Breeze Fragrance Disc from mop pad.
Whatever water remaining in the water tank should be emptied prior to auto storage.
Mop pad can be machine washed in warm water. Use only liquid detergents. Practice not use fabric softeners or bleach. For best results, air dry.
Wrap power string effectually quick release cord wrap on back of PowerFresh® Steam Mop.
Wipe all surfaces of PowerFresh® Steam Mop with a soft cloth. Shop upright in a protected, dry area.

Alert
To reduce the risk of electric stupor, turn power switch off and disconnect polarized plug from electric outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Circumspection
Upright storage of the cleaner with a wet mop pad may result in the formation of white marks on your floor. To remove the white marks, clean expanse with vinegar.

Troubleshooting

Alarm
To reduce the risk of electric shock, plough power switch off and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Trouble	Possible causes	Remedies
Reduced steam or no steam	Water tank empty	Make full tank
Reduced steam or no steam	Steam level not selected	Select steam level by pushing steam level push button

Delight practise not return this product to the shop.

Other maintenance or service not included in the transmission should be performed past an authorized service representative.
Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.
For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to be of service. Contact the states direct at 1-800-237-7691.

Accessories

These items are available for your BISSELL steam mop. Phone call 1-800-237-7691 or visit www.bissell.com

Role #	Role Proper name	Role #	Office Proper name
5938	PowerFresh Steam Mop Pad (2 pk) with Fragrance discs (4 ct.)	1095	Spring Breeze Fragrance Discs – eight-pack
10951	Odor Eliminating Pet Fragrance Discs – 8-pack	1393	Citrus Scented Demineralized Water (32 oz.)
1392	Eucalyptus Mint Scented Demineralized Water (32 oz.)	1394	Leap Breeze Demineralized Water (32 oz.)

Warranty

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and y'all may likewise have other rights which may vary from state to land. If you demand boosted didactics regarding this warranty or take questions regarding what it may comprehend, please contact BISSELL Consumer Intendance past Electronic mail, phone, or regular mail as described below.

Limited Two-Year Warranty
Bailiwick to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified beneath, upon receipt of the production BISSELL will repair or replace (with new or remanufactured components or products), at BISSELL'southward option, costless of charge from the date of purchase past the original purchaser, for 2 years whatever defective or malfunctioning part.

See data below on "If your BISSELL product should require service".
This warranty applies to product used for personal, and non commercial or rental service. This warranty does not utilise to fans or routine maintenance components such every bit filters, belts, or brushes. Impairment or malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, fail, unauthorized repair, or any other use non in accord with the User's Guide is not covered.

BISSELL IS Non LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL Damages OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE Utilize OF THIS Production. BISSELL'Due south 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 higher up limitation or exclusion may non 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 Ascend Past Performance OF Law, INCLUDING THE Implied WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND Fitness FOR A Detail PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR Elapsing FROM THE Date OF Buy AS DESCRIBED Higher up.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the higher up limitation may not employ to you.
Note: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of date of purchase in the effect of a warranty merits.

Service

If your BISSELL product should require service:
Visit BISSELL.com or contact BISSELL Consumer Care to locate a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area.
If yous demand data about repairs or replacement parts, or if you lot have questions about your warranty, contact BISSELL Consumer Care.
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Or Call:
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ane-800-237-7691
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Saturday 9am – 8pm ET
Sunday 10am – 7pm ET

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