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How to Identify and Fix Common Vacuum Problems ?

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Use the dust brush attachment – close the blind slats so they lie flat and vacuum. Reverse the blinds so that the slats are lying the other way and repeat. Repeat monthly or as needed. Use the upholstery attachment on mattresses and fabric surfaces.
Bissell Little Green ProHeat Machine – Portable Carpet & Upholstery Steam Cleaner.
Can I use cleaning formulas other than the BISSELL brand? It`s possible to use others, but we recommend against it. Our formulas contain no dyes, phosphates or optical brighteners, and will produce optimal cleaning performance when used in combination with BISSELL carpet cleaning machines.
Laundry Detergents aren`t Formulated for Carpet Cleaning

Of course not! Cleaning solutions are specifically formulated to clean and not damage the machines they`re used in and the material they`re treating. Laundry soap is designed to be used in washing machines to clean clothing.

Extractors use a mild solution of hot or cold water and a cleaning chemical, which are applied to the carpet and agitated deeply into the pile. By absorbing the dirt in a cleaning solution, the mixture is then vacuumed into the extractor, where it is subsequently disposed of.
Fill up with warm water.

That`s why we recommend filling up your carpet cleaner`s tank with warm water. Some BISSELL Carpet Cleaners also use HeatWave technology to keep the water hot throughout the cleaning process.

Use the dust brush attachment – close the blind slats so they lie flat and vacuum. Reverse the blinds so that the slats are lying the other way and repeat. Repeat monthly or as needed. Use the upholstery attachment on mattresses and fabric surfaces.
How long does it take carpets and upholstery to dry after carpet cleaning? On the average, it will take approximately 2-4 hours for carpet and upholstery to dry after being carpet cleaned. To expedite the drying process, you will want to use a fan and increase your air circulation.
Just empty the water out of the tank after each use. Doing so will prevent leaking and extend the life of your filter.
BISSELL® CrossWave® All-in-One Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vac

Vacuum and wash your floors at the same time! Vacuum and wash your floors at the same time!

You`ll need it—the filter prevents dust from blowing out of the top while you`re cleaning. For wet surfaces, however, you`ll need to remove the filter entirely. Liquids will damage filters, and you could even potentially ruin your vacuum if you suck up water before removing the filter.
Vacuum Water

Hold it in place until the water under and around it is depleted. Progressively move the nozzle to a new section until all of the water is gone. Turn on the vacuum and place the nozzle on top of the water. Wet/dry vacuums can vacuum up large quantities of standing water very quickly.

The BISSELL ProHeat® and ProHeat 2X® series feature built-in heaters that heat hot tap water up to 25 degrees hotter for maximum cleaning effectiveness.
The ProHeat® carpet deep cleaner is an Advanced Deep Cleaning System with Triple Action Advanced Brushes to scrub, clean and groom carpet. The built-in heater continuously heats hot tap water to maximize cleaning effectiveness. Remove deep down dirt. 6 Rows of cleaning.
Can you just vacuum with the Bissell CrossWave cordless Max? You can absolutely use the bissell crosswave as just a vacuum. It works well to clean messes on hard or soft surfaces by vacuuming and mopping, but it can be used as just a vacuum.
Make a cleaning solution of 1-2 teaspoons Figgy & Co. Home cleaning castile soap with 1L tap water. This is your cleaning solution to use in your Bissell. You don`t need to use more than this amount of soap.
BISSELL does not recommend using ANY cleaning products other than BISSELL specified products in our carpet washers. Our formulas are especially made with more active ingredients, contain no dyes and designed for optimum use in your BISSELL products. What is my BISSELL warranty on my machine?
Mix equal parts hot water and vinegar and pour in your carpet cleaner`s reservoir tank. Clean your carpets as per your cleaner`s instructions. Yes, vinegar might leave a temporary pickle smell in your home but it dissipates and disappears as your carpets dry.
You simply put the hose unit in the inlet and begin vacuuming. The system then carries the dirt, dust and debris out of the room, through the in-wall tubing, to the main power unit, where it is deposited in a canister or bag.
A dust extractor is similar to a shop vac, but can move a larger volume of air. Dust extractors also have better filters, typically HEPA grade that traps airborne dust down to 0.3 microns. Consider it a portable dust collector that you can take with you to the job site!
The extractor works best and fastest if applied to a raw leather surface. If you are working with a finished leather, stripping the effected area before extractor application will dramatically speed up the extraction process.
We recommend using distilled or demineralized water in place of tap water. Do not use any chemicals in the water tank.
Using the marks on the inside of the formula cap, add 8oz of water to tank. Hold the tank so the top is level and use a permanent marker to mark a new water fill line on the tank. sing the marks on the inside of the formula cap, add 8oz of BISSELL 2X formula to the tank.
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To power on the machine, step on the red Power Switch Pedal located on the back of the vacuum by the bottom. If there is still no power, unplug your machine from the wall. Check the entire length of the power cord, and discontinue use if there is any damage.

Relevant Questions and Answers :

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I want user manual for Bex Bissell pro heat all rounder. can it be e amiled to me
ANSWER : Follow the link below to a copy of the User’s Manual.
.http://uk.bissell.com/images/UserGuides/7700_607.pdf

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I purchased my Bissel PowerSteamer Clearview a few years or so ago, and cannot find where I filed the manuals. If I find the actual seriel number on the Bissel PowerSteamer Clearview, Is there a way that I can purchase another manual? I really do not have any problem with my Bissel, but being I am 75 years of age and do not use it myself anymore, I want to give it to a daughter of mine (but I would like to have the manuals that go with it to give to her also).
ANSWER : No need my friend. Go here. All documentation is here…and….it’s free! Hope this helps : )

http://www.bissell.com/user-guides/?searchtext=1699%2520pro%2520heat&searchType=search&mode=228

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I do not have my users manual and have never vacuumed wet with this vacuum. How do I change it from a dry to wet vacuum.
Can’t find my manual and I need to use the shop vac for water in basement, do I have to change the filter or what
lost my user manual never used it to pick up water. need to know how to puit it in wet mode i want to clean the dirty water out of my pool.
ANSWER : .Vacuuming Liquids
.1. When picking up small amounts of liquid
.the filter may be left in place.
.2. When picking up large amounts of liquid
.we recommend that the filter be
.removed. If the filter is not removed, it
.will become saturated and misting
.may appear in the exhaust.
.3. After using the vac to pick up liquids,
.the filter must be dried to reduce the
.risk of possible mildew and damage to
.the filter.
.4. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
.predetermined level, the float mechanism
.will rise automatically to cut off
.airflow. When this happens, turn off
.the vac, unplug the power cord, and
.empty the drum. You will know that the
.float has risen because vac airflow
.ceases and the motor noise will
.become higher in pitch, due to
.increased motor speed.
.IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage
.to the vac do not run motor with float
.in raised position

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This was my grandmothers machine and when she passed there was no owners manual so I am not sure how to use the settings on it or oil it properly. I so want to use it cause it was hers but don’t want to mess up the machine. She never even got a chance to use it before she passed away. I just have no owners manual. I know how to use sewing machines but this one is older and I don’t want to mess it up.
this was passed down to me. and a manual would help in so many ways. even if it was sent in a
ANSWER : May I get the manke and model # so I can help you more

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Bissel 1698 PowerSteamer Pro Heat Plus – Manual
ANSWER : This is the link for an Adobe file for the manual.
.
.http://www.bissell.com/images/UserGuides/1698.pdf

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Want to use Bissell Pro Heat 2X Clean Shot. Have
ANSWER : You can download a user manual from the Bissell website

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Bissell Pro Heat 8910 clogged?
ANSWER : Why the motor sounds muffled I am not sure. When the water is sucked up, it goes directly into the tank. The motor only creates the suction so it can do that. There should be a filter on the rim of the recovery tank lid, is it clean? Other then pulling the top cover off, and then the motor cover so you can inspect the motor, I really don’t have a good answer for you. I t may be that that clump of hair when down the chute and into the fan, I have seen that happen with vacuum motors before.

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Need a user manual for a bissell proheat pro-tech 7920
ANSWER : Go to bissell.com type in the model number 7920 then go to user guide and you can print it.

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