Bisell BISSELL Advanced Carpet Cleaner 44L68 User Manual

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operations
Ready Tools™ continued 
9. Clean by pressing the spray trigger to spray    
solution onto the area to be cleaned. Slowly  
move the tool back and forth over the soiled  
surface. Release the spray trigger to suction  
dirty water. Continue to clean in the area,  
working in small sections, until dirt is removed.    
Caution: Do Not Overwet.
10.  When finished cleaning, remove and rinse 
tool(s) in clean, running water.  
11.  It is recommended that you suction clean 
water from a bowl to rinse out the hose. 
12.  Before wrapping hose onto tool rack, lift end 
of hose and stretch out to ensure all water is 
cleared from hose.
13.  Wrap flex hose around tool rack. 
14.  Empty 2-in-1 water tank and rinse out,    
following instructions on pages 9 through 10.
15.  If the ReadyTools dial becomes difficult to 
turn, the diverter assembly that holds the 
dial may need to be cleaned. To clean, 
first remove nozzle and locate screw that 
holds the diverter assembly in place. With a 
Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw and 
set aside.
16.  Remove diverter assembly; hold under run-
ning water making sure water flows through 
and around the dial. Turn the dial about 10 
times clockwise and 10 more times counter 
clockwise. This should free up any debris.
17.  Wipe diverter assembly with a soft cloth and 
replace back on machine. Replace nozzle.
1 8.  Return ReadyTools dial to   
FLOOR CLEANING setting.
Cleaning with Deep Reach™ Tool 
(select models only)
1.  Set tool on soiled surfaces and press the 
spray trigger to spray solution onto the 
soiled area to be cleaned. 
2.  Slowly move the tool back and forth over 
the soiled surface, keeping the tool in con-
tact with the carpet. 
Release spray trigger and move tool 
slowly over the soiled area to suction up 
water and dirt. 
4. Continue to clean the area, working in small  
sections, until no more dirt can be removed.
15. 12.
16.
Screw Run water through here
11.
1.
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Maintenance and care
Machine care
For best results, a few simple steps can 
assure your machine is well maintained 
after your cleaning is complete.
1. Turn power switch OFF. Unplug the machine 
and wrap the power cord. 
2.  After emptying the 2-in-1 water tank, rinse 
it with running hot tap water, taking care 
to clean underneath and around the heavy 
duty bladder. Clean out red lint screen. 
Removable nozzle may be rinsed if neces-
sary. Refer to page 9.
3.  Replace the 2-in-1 water tank on the machine.
4.  Any loose hair or debris can be pulled from 
the brush roll and thrown away.  
5.  To clean attachments, remove from hose and 
rinse in clean, running water. Dry before 
storing. Clean the hose by suctioning clean 
water from a bowl. Before wrapping back 
on machine, lift end of hose and stretch out 
to ensure all water is cleared from hose. 
Refer to page 11, illustrations 11 and 12.  
6.  Wipe the machine’s exterior with a soft cloth.
7.  After carpet is dry, vacuum again to remove 
hair and fuzz.
Machine storage
Put the unit away in a closet or base-
ment for the next use. Store cleaner in 
a protected, dry area. Since this product 
uses water, it must not be stored where 
there is a danger of freezing. Freezing 
will damage internal components and 
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TroubleshootingWARNING:  To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or  
injury, unplug from the outlet before servicing.
Reduced Spray OR No Spray
Possible causes  Remedies
1.  Bladder may be empty.   1.  Turn power switch OFF; Refill bladder   
    with clean hot tap water.
2.  2-in-1 tank may not be seated properly.  2. Turn power switch OFF; remove tank   
    and reseat tanks. 
3.    Pump may have lost prime.  3. Turn power switch OFF; after 1 minute   
    turn ON and depress spray trigger.
4.  The pump belt may be broken.  4. Turn power switch OFF and unplug from the outlet. To   
    check if a pump belt has broken, you will need a flat    
    head  screwdriver.     
      A. Insert the blade end into the slot of the belt access  
    door to release. Examine the belt for breakage. You   
    should be able to see the pump belt looped around the  
    motor shaft. If it is broken or missing, please refer to   
    Replacement Parts on page 14.  A replacement belt may   
    be ordered by calling BISSELL Consumer Services   
    Complete installation instructions will accompany the   
    replacement  belt.   
    B. When replacing belt access door be sure to line up    
    slots of belt access door with slots in machine,    
    slide door into place and snap shut.
DirtLifter PowerBrush Does Not Turn
Possible causes  Remedies1. The brush belt or pump belt is off or broken.  1. Refer to Remedy 4 above to check if brush  
    belt or pump belt is broken.
Cleaner	 Not	Picking	 Up	Solution
Possible cause  Remedies1.  ReadyTools dial may be on the wrong setting.  1.  Set ReadyTools dial to either FLOOR CLEANING or 
     TOOLS for the cleaning job. 
2.   Poor tool position. (Hand held attachments only).  2.  Adjust angle; apply more downward pressure.
3.  Removable nozzle may not be properly attached.  3. Make sure nozzle is on correctly by slightly raising  
     front of machine to line up slots on the base of   
     the machine with the hooks on nozzle. Attach at   
     base first and then click nozzle into place. Refer to   
     image 5 on page 9.
4.  2-in-1 tank lid is not properly installed.  4. Re-install lid; refer to the image on page 8. 
5.   2-in-1 tank is not properly seated.   5.  2-in-1 tank must be firmly seated to function;  
      remove and reseat 2-in-1 tank. 
6.  2-in-1 tank has picked up maximum dirty water.  6. Empty 2-in-1 tank and refill, refer to the   
     Operation section.
7.  The lint screen may be clogged.  7. Clean out lint screen. Refer to page 9.
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be   
performed by an authorized service representative.
Thank	 you	for	selecting	 a	BISSELL	 product.
Please do not return this product to the store.             
Slots
B.
Pump Belt
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Replacement parts
accessories and formula
Item Part no. Part n ame
 1  203-0104  Tank Assembly Complete
 2  203-0102  Tank Base
 3  203-8114  Removable Nozzle
 4  215-0628  Replacement Pump Belt (with instructions)
 5  015-0621  Replacement Brush Belt (with instructions)
 6  203-0105  Lint Screen
1 5
2 6
3 4
   While not all of these parts may not have come with your machine, all  
    are available to you for purchase, if desired.
Item Part n o. Part n ame
 1 203-0149  Hard Floor Tool
 2  203-6651  3" Tough Stain Tool
 3  203-8114  4" Upholstery Tool
 4  203-6654  6" Stair Tool
 5  203-6652  Powered TurboBrush ™
 Hand Tool
 6  203-0116  Spraying 2-in-1 Crevice Tool w/Brush
 7  203-6655  Spraying Crevice Tool
 8  203-8113  Deep Reach
™ Tool  
 9  210-3040  Mesh Tool Storage Bag
10  81L5-E  1.5 L 2X Wash & Protect Professional Formula w/ Scotchgard
™ Protector
11   66W9-E  1.5 L 2X Wash & Protect Pet Stain & Odour Formula w/ Scotchgard ™
 Protector
12  92F4-E  1.5 L 2X Wash & Protect Fresh Fragrance Formula w/ Scotchgard ™
 Protector
1 3  12W4-E  1.5 L 2X Wash & Protect Spring Breeze Fragrance Formula w/   
   Scotchgard
™ Protector
14  33D2-E  1.5 L 2X Wash & Protect Lavender Fragrance Formula w/ Scotchgard ™
 Protector
15  56L9-E  473 mL 2X Hard Floor Solutions 
16  0400-E  651 mL Tough Stain Precleaner
  
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6
13
2
7 8
14
3
9
15
4
11
16
5
12
10
Note: Additional BISSELL formula options may be available at your local \
retailer.  
						

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Warranty - BISSELL CleanView® PowerBrush
 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have oth\
er rights which may 
vary from country to country. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have 
questions regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by  
telephone, or regular post as described below, or contact your local in country distributor.
Limited Two Year Warranty
 Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, BISSELL Homecare, Inc., 
will replace (with new or remanufactured components), at BISSELL’s option, free of charge 
from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for two years any defective or   
malfunctioning part do to manufacturers defect. 
  This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial o\
r rental service. This 
warranty does not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such a\
s filters, belts, or 
brushes. Damage or malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, or use not i\
n accordance with 
the User’s Guide is not covered.
BISSELL HOMECARE INC. IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL   
DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.   
BISSELL’S LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. 
*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 ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING 
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE 
LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday     9 am — 5 pm 
Friday      9 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare (Overseas)  
Ground Floor  
226 Berwick Avenue  
Slough  
Berkshire, SL1 4QT  
United Kingdom 
Telephone: 0844-888-6644  For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday 
   8 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
PO Box 1888
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49501 USA
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451  
Fax: 01-616-453-1383
Note: Additional BISSELL formula options may be available at your local \
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If your BISSELL product should require service:Call BISSELL Consumer Services at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a 
BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. If you have questions about your warranty or 
need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
Or visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.com
When contacting BISSELL, have model number of cleaner available.
Please record your Model Number: ___________________
Please record your Purchase Date:  ___________________
NOTE:	Please	 keep	your	original	 sales	receipt.	 It	 
provides proof of purchase date in the event of a  
warranty claim. See Warranty on page 15 for details.  
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday     9 am — 5 pm 
Friday      9 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare (Overseas)  
Ground Floor  
226 Berwick Avenue  
Slough  
Berkshire, SL1 4QT  
United Kingdom 
Telephone: 0844-888-6644  For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday 
   8 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
PO Box 1888
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49501 USA
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451  
Fax: 01-616-453-1383
BISSELL consumer services
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