Bisell ReadyClean Plus 53W1 User Manual

							www.bissell.com 11
Maintenance and care  
Machine storage
For best results, a few simple steps 
can assure your machine is well main-
tained 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: You may have cleaning 
solution remaining in the solution 
tank. You 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.  
						

							www.bissell.com 
Troubleshooting
12reduced Spray Or no Spray in Upright Mode
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
reduce Spray or no Spray attachment
Possible causes  remedies
1.  Solution tank empty    1.  Refill tank with water and formula
2.   Spray nozzle clogged  2.  Clean spray nozzle by rinsing tool under water
3.   Pump needs priming  3.  Place tool on floor and press spray trigger
4.  Machine is reclined   4. Return machine to full upright position until it locks   
     into place
5.   ReadyTools dial is set to “FLOOR CLEANING”  5.  Choose “TOOLS” setting on ReadyTools dial 
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 four "hooks" on nozzle 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
6.   ReadyTools dial not set properly  6.  Choose either “FLOOR CLEANING” or “TOOLS” for desired   
     cleaning method
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.               
						

							www.bissell.com 13
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 1 160-3147  Handle Assembly (includes screws) 
 2  203-5661  Solution Tank (Includes Cap and Insert Assembly)
 3  203-8271  Collection Tank (with diverter)
 4  203-5546  DirtLifter PowerBrush
 5  203-8118  Cord Wrap (upper)
 6  203-5658  Hose Wrap Clip
 7  203-8119  Upper body with Screws
 8  203-5659  Lower Hose Wrap
 9  203-8120  Nozzle
10  203-5662  Solution Tank Cap & Insert
*Not all parts are included with every model.
1
6
10
2
7
3
84
5
9  
						

							www.bissell.com 
Accessories
14
Item 
Part No.  Part Name
 1 203-6651  3” Tough Stain Tool
 2  203-6652  Powered TurboBrush™ Hand Tool
 3  203-6653  4” Upholstery Tool
 4  203-6654  6” Stair Tool
 5  203-6655  Spraying Crevice Tool
 6  203-7412  Deep Reach™ Tool
 7  203-5683  Hard Floor Tool, 
 *Not all parts are included with every model.
1
6 2
7
 3
 4
5
Cleaning Formula: refer to bottom of page 4 of this guide for a full selection   
of cleaning formula available for purchase.  
						

							www.bissell.com 15
Guarantee
This Guarantee only applies outside of the usA and Canada. it is provided by Bissell international 
Trading Company BV (“Bissell”).
This Guarantee is provided by Bissell. it gives you specific rights. it is offered as an additional 
benefit to your rights under law. you also have other rights under law which may vary from country 
to country. y ou can find out about your legal rights and remedies by contacting your \
local consumer 
advice service. nothing in this Guarantee will replace or lessen any of your legal rights\
 or   
remedies. if you need additional instruction regarding this Guarantee or have quest\
ions regarding 
what it may cover, please contact Bissell Consumer Care or contact your local distributor. 
This Guarantee is given to the original purchaser of the product from ne\
w and is not transferable. 
y ou must be able to evidence the date of purchase in order to claim under\
 this Guarantee.
limited t wo-year guarantee
subject to the *eXCePTions And eXClusions identified below, Bissell will for two years from 
the date of purchase by the original purchaser repair or replace (with \
new or remanufactured   
components or products), at Bissell ’s option, free of charge, any defective or malfunctioning part   
or product.
Bissell recommends that the original packaging and evidence of the date of purc\
hase be kept   
for the duration of the Guarantee period in case the need arises within \
the period to claim on   
the Guarantee. Keeping the original packaging will assist with any neces\
sary re-packaging and 
transportation but is not a condition of the Guarantee.
if for your product is replaced by Bissell under this Guarantee, the new item will benefit from   
the remainder of the term of this Guarantee (calculated from the date of the original purchase)\
.   
The period of this Guarantee shall not be extended whether or not your p\
roduct is repaired   
or replaced.
*eXceptions and eXclusions fRoM tHe teRMs of tHe guaRantee
This Guarantee applies to products used for personal domestic use and no\
t commercial or hire 
purposes.  Consumable components such as filters, belts and mop pads, wh\
ich must be replaced or 
serviced by the user from time to time, are not covered by this Guarantee.  
This Guarantee does not apply to any defect arising from fair wear and t\
ear. damage or malfunc-
tion caused by the user or any third party whether as a result of accident, negligence, abuse, 
neglect, or any other use not in accordance with the user Guide is not covered by this Guarantee. 
An unauthorised repair (or attempted repair) will void this Guarantee \
whether or not damage has 
been caused by that repair/attempt.
removing or tampering with the Product rating label on the product or rendering it illegible will 
void this Guarantee. 
sAVe As seT ouT BeloW Bissell And iTs disTriBuTors Are noT liABle for Any loss or  
dAmAGe ThAT is noT foreseeABle or for inCidenTAl or ConseQuenTiAl dAmAGes  
of Any nATure AssoCiATed WiTh The use of This ProduCT inCludinG WiThouT   
limiTATion loss of ProfiT, loss of Business, Business inTerruPTion, loss of   
oPPor TuniTy, disTress, inConVenienCe or disAPPoinTmenT.  sAVe As seT ouT BeloW 
Bissell ’s liABiliTy Will noT eXCeed The PurChAse PriCe of The ProduCT.
Bissell does not exclude or limit in any way its liability for (a) death or p\
ersonal injury caused by 
our negligence or the negligence of our employees, agents or subcontract\
ors; (b) fraud or fraudulent 
misrepresentation; (c) or for any other matter which cannot be exclude\
d or limited under law.  
						

							www.bissell.com 16
BISSELL consumer care
©2013 Bissell homecare, inc
All rights reserved. Printed in China
Part number 160-3146
rev 10/13
Visit our website at:
www.bissell.com
scotchgard is a trademark of 3m
microban® is a registered 
trademark of microban Products 
Company 
febreze is a trademark of The 
Proctor & Gamble Company, 
Cincinnati, ohio used under 
license by Bissell homecare, inc.
if your bissell product should require service:Call Bissell Consumer Care 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  
guarantee 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 guarantee claim. see guarantee on page 15  
for details.  
do not throw the appliance away with the normal  
household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in  
at an official collection point for recycling. By doing  
this you will help to preserve the environment.
for uK inquiries:
monday - Thursday 9 am - 5 pm  
friday     9 am - 4 pm
bissell Homecare (overseas) inc.
Ground floor 
226 Berwick Avenue 
slough 
Berkshire, sl1 4QT 
united Kingdom 
Telephone: 0844-888-6644for 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