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.
My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876. Today, BISSELL 
is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high quality 
homecare products like your deep cleaner.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell  
Chairman & CEO
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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 8 years and above and persons with 
reduced physical, sensory and mental capabili-
ties or lack of experience and knowledge if 
they have been given supervision or instruction 
concerning use of the appliance in a safe 
way and understand the hazards involved. 
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be 
made by children without supervision.  
■   Children should be supervised to ensure that 
they do not play with the appliance.
■   Use only as described in the user guide.
■   Use only manufacturer’s recommended   
attachments.
■    Do not use with damaged cable or plug.
■   If the supply cable is damaged, it must be 
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent 
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid 
a hazard.
■   Do not immerse in water or liquid.
■    If appliance is not working as it should, has 
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or 
dropped into water; do not attempt to operate 
it and return it to a service center.
■   Liquid or steam must not be directed towards   
equipment containing electrical components.
■    Do not pull or carry by cable, use cable as 
a handle, close door on cable, or pull cable 
around sharp edges or corners.
■   Do not run appliance over cable.
■   Keep cable away from heated surfaces.
■   Do not unplug by pulling on cable.
■   To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
■   Do not handle plug or appliance with   
wet hands.
■    Do not put any object into openings.
■   Do not use with any opening blocked; keep 
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may 
reduce air flow.
■   Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts 
of body away from openings and moving parts.
■   Turn off all controls before unplugging.
■   Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
■   Do not use to pick up flammable or combus-
tible liquids, such as petrol, or use in areas 
where they may be present.
■   Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,   
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
■    Do not use appliance in an enclosed space 
filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, 
some mothproofing substances, flammable 
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
■   Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as 
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
■   Keep appliance on a level surface.
■   Do not carry appliance while in use.
■   If your appliance is fitted with a nonrewireable 
BS 1363 plug it must not be used unless a 13 
amp (ASTA approved to BS 1362) fuse is fitted 
in the carrier contained in the plug. Spares 
may be obtained from your BISSELL supplier. 
If for any reason the plug is cut off, it must be 
disposed of, as it is an electric shock hazard 
should it be inserted into a mains socket.
sa Ve tHese   
instRuctions  
This model is for household use only.
WaRning: 
This appliance must be earthed.
WaRning: 
To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock –   
use indoors only. do not immerse. use only on 
surfaces moistened by the cleaning process.  
use only bissell cleaning products intended for 
use with this machine.
W aRning: 
To reduce the risk of electric shock, always 
install float before any wet pick-up operation
iMpoRtant  for oPerATion on A 220-240 Vol T 
A.C. 50/60 hz PoWer suPPly only . 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
						

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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 internal   
component damage, use only 
Bissell cleaning formulas intend-
ed for use with the deep cleaner. 
Vent Cover  
(Foam Filter)
650 ml  
stain 
Pretreat
#1147e
1.5l 2X 
Wash
& refresh 
natural 
orange 
formula
#1146e1.5 l 2X 
Wash & 
Protect PeT 
Pet stain 
 
& odour 
formula w/ 
scotchgard
™
Protector  
#1087e
1.5 l 2X 
Wash & 
Protect Pro
 
Professional   
stain & 
odour   
formula w/   
scotchgard™ 
Protector
#1089e 1.5 l 2X 
Wash 
 
& Protect 
stain   
& odour 
formula w/ 
scotchgard
™
Protector  
#1086e 1.5 l 2X 
Wash & 
refresh 
Blossom 
& Breeze 
fragrance 
formula w/ 
 
febreze® 
freshness  
#1078e 1.5 l 2X 
Wash & 
refresh 
Cotton 
 
fresh formula 
w/febreze® 
freshness  
#1079e
Quick Release™ 
Cord Wrap   
						

							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 tightening the screws, ensure proper fit 
between the upper and lower body by trying 
to separate the two. if assembled properly, 
there should be no gap. if a gap appears 
between the two (see picture at right), continue 
to tighten the screws until no gap is present.
5.  slide upper handle into upper body by 
aligning the pin and sliding into place.
  note: be sure to secure upper 
handle before lifting. Rotate handle 
lock clockwise to secure.
6. Place solution tank on back of unit.
7.  Wrap power cord.
assembly is now complete.
special features
scotchgard™ protectorCarpet protection applied at the mill typically 
wears down over time from heavy foot traffic and 
everyday cleaning, including deep cleaning. To 
help restore this important protection, only BISSELL 
offers cleaning formulas with Scotchgard protector. 
This offers extra protection against dirt and tough 
stains to keep your carpets looking good longer.
Microban® antibacterial  
product protection
Microban antibacterial product protection is   
built into key components to help prevent   
the growth of harmful common household   
bacteria. It helps to keep the unit fresher and 
cleaner between uses.
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Assembly 
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Operations 
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5. 6.3.
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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
4b. Wait 3-5 minutes before deep cleaning.
fill the tank
1. remove the solution tank by lifting   
it straight up, then away from the   
lower body.
2.  unscrew the black cap at the  
bottom of the solution tank.
3.  fill with hand hot (60°C/140°f mAX) 
tap water to the WATer line. fill the rest   
of the tank with Bissell 2X formula  
to the formulA line. replace and 
tighten the black cap.
note: do not boil water or  
microwave water as it can  
damage the tank.
4.  Place solution tank on lower body.
carpet cleaning
1. Plug into proper outlet.
2.  Adjust the retractable handle by turning 
counterclockwise and lifting the handle 
up. Turn clockwise to secure.
3.  With foot, press the red power lever, 
located on the back of the machine. 
  note: Handle must be in the full 
upright position before cleaning.
4. With foot, press the recline lever  
located next to power lever.
5.  Cleaning strokes. While pressing the   
spray trigger, make one slow forward   
wet pass and another one back.   
caution: do not overwet.
3. 
2. 4.
3.
4.
Power
Recline
2.
1.
 
WaRning:
To reduce the risk of fire, use 
 
only Bissell advanced deep   
cleaning formula for full size   
machines in your deep cleaner.   
use of cleaning formulas that   
contain lemon or pine oil may   
damage this appliance and void   
the guarantee. Chemical spot   
cleaners or solvent-based soil   
removers should not be used.   
These products may react with   
the plastic materials used in your   
deep cleaner causing cracking   
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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 unit. 
 2a.  release collection tank latches  
(on each side) by pulling up from the  
bottom of latch and then out. 
 2b.  Carefully remove tank by lifting  
up on the tank handle. 
3.  Carry collection tank to a toilet or  
sink. To empty, pour out contents  
using opening at back of tank.
4.  rinse collection tank thoroughly and   
replace on unit.
5.  refill solution tank and continue cleaning.
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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 the tabs back 
into place.
6.  When finished, replace nozzle and  
secure with latch.
note: for best results, it is  
recommended that the nozzle  
is cleaned after each use.
7. remove lint and hair from red gasket in 
base of unit. (do not remove gasket)
8.  replace the collection tank on the base 
of the machine and secure with latches.
 
Machine storage
for best results, a few simple steps 
can assure your machine is well   
maintained after your cleaning   
is complete.
1.  Wrap power cord around Quick release 
Cord Wrap™ on side of the machine.
2.  Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth. store 
cleaner upright in a protected, dry area.
note: y ou may have cleaning 
solution remaining in the solution 
tank. y ou may store your machine 
this way for the next cleaning 
task, but never keep dirty water  
in the collection tank.caution: Do not store unit where 
freezing may occur.  
Damage to internal  
components may result.
W aRning:To reduce the risk of injury from 
moving parts and/or electrical 
shock, turn power switch OFF 
and disconnect plug from  
electrical outlet before  
performing maintenance or 
troubleshooting checks.
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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   
     the handle lock to the locked position.
5.  Upper body not attached properly  5. Repeat steps 2-4 on page 5.
deep cleaner not picking up cleaning solution
possible causes  Remedies
1.  Collection tank not aligned/secured    1.  Check tank alignment and secure with side latches
2.   Collection tank full    2.  Empty tank
3.   Removable nozzle installed improperly   3.  Unplug unit. Align two "hooks" into bottom first, then snap   
     into place on top
4.   Removable nozzle full of debris    4.  Unplug unit. Remove nozzle and rinse under running water
5.   Red lint screen under collection tank clogged   5.  Remove debris from lint screen
other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be   
performed by an authorized service representative.
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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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cleaning formula: Refer to bottom of page 4 of this guide 
 
for a full selection of cleaning formula available for purchase.
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