Bisell ReadyClean Compact 48W4 User Manual

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USER'S GUIDE
48W4 SERIES 220-240V
Safety Instructions
Product View
Assembly
Operations
Maintenance and Care
GuaranteeTroubleshooting
Consumer Care3
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Replacement Parts10
COMPACT   

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL deep cleaner 
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL deep cleaner. Everything we know 
about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, 
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL deep cleaner is well made, and we back it with a limited 
two year guarantee. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,  
dedicated Consumer Care department, so, should you ever have a   
problem, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.
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When using an electrical appliance, 
basic precautions should be observed, 
including the following: 
Read all instRuctions befoRe 
using youR deep cleaneR.
W aRning: 
to reduce the risk of fire, 
electric shock, or injury:
  
■    Do not leave appliance when plugged in.
■   Unplug from electrical socket when not in use 
and before servicing.
■   Do not modify earthed plug.
■   Use indoors only.
■   Do not allow to be used as a toy.
■   This appliance can be used by children aged 
from...

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Upper Body
Removable 
Nozzle
Product view
cleaning fluid 
Keep plenty of genuine Bissell 2X formula on hand so you can clean and protect  
whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine Bissell deep cleaning formulas.   
non-Bissell cleaning solutions may harm the machine and will void the guarantee.
Spray Trigger
Upper   
Handle
Retractable 
Handle Lock Power Cord
Collection 
Tank Latch
Collection 
Tank Latch
 
WaRning:
To reduce the risk of fire and 
 
electric shock due to...

your deep cleaner assembles quickly and 
easily. the only tool you will need for 
assembly is a phillips head screwdriver.
1.  locate the screw pack, which is taped  
to the upper handle.
2.  slide the upper body onto the lower 
body, taking care not to leave a gap 
between the upper and lower body.
3.  firmly holding the upper body, screw the   
2 screws into the holes marked with arrows.  
tip: if you are having difficulty tightening the 
screws, remove, re-insert, and tighten again.
4. 
After...

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Operations 
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before you clean
1.  move furniture to another area if  
cleaning an entire room. (optional)
2.  Vacuum carpet thoroughly.
3.  Plan your cleaning route to leave an exit 
path. it is best to begin cleaning in the 
corner farthest from your exit.
4. pretreating  (optional) Pretreat  
stubborn stains and highly soiled carpet 
in hallways and other high-traffic areas.
4a.  Generously spray Bissell stain 
Pretreat evenly over soiled area.  
caution: do not oVeR Wet caRpet
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2a.3. 2b.
carpet cleaning continued
6. 
release the spray trigger and make one   
slow forward and backward pass over   
the same area. 
7.  repeat steps 5 and 6 until solution  
being pulled up appears clean.
8.  empty the collection tank when dirty  
water reaches the full line, or when  
the solution tank is empty.
empty the collection tank
1. With foot, press the red power lever to   
turn unit off and then unplug power cord 
from outlet.
2.  remove the collection tank from base of...

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Operations 
Maintenance and care  
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cleaning after use
1.  unplug the unit.
2.  remove and  rinse collection tank thoroughly.
3.  remove tank vent & foam filter (located   
on top of the collection tank) and rinse.
4.  Clean nozzle window by lifting latch 
and removing nozzle from machine. 
rinse under running water. 
5.  for 39Q6 series models, pop out 
CrossAction Brush by pushing the tabs 
away from each other and pushing 
down. once the brush pops out, rinse 
and replace by snapping...

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Troubleshooting
Reduced spray oR no spray
possible causes Remedies
1.  Solution tank empty    1.  Refill tank with water and formula
2.   Lint screen on solution tank cap clogged   2.  Soak solution tank cap in warm water and then rinse under  
     running water
3.   Spray nozzle clogged  3.  Clean spray nozzle by rinsing under water
4.  Upper handle is not in the upright and locked position  4. Rotate the retractable handle lock, pull handle up and return   
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Replacement parts
below please find a list of common replacement parts. While not all of these 
parts may have come with your specific machine, all are available to you fo\
r 
purchase, if desired.
Item Part No.  Part Name 1 203-5661  solution Tank (includes Cap and insert Assembly)
 2  203-8246  Collection Tank
 3  203-5545  CrossAction Brush
 4  203-8224  nozzle
 5  203-5541  solution tank cap & insert
 6  203-5683  hard floor Tool
*not all parts are included with every model.
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