Bisell Steam Mop 1005E User Manual

							Includes 2 Microfibre Mop Pads with Microban™  
Antibacterial Protection
USER'S GUIDE
1005-E SERIES 220-240V
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Safety Instructions
Product View
Assembly
Special Features
Operations
Maintenance and Care
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Troubleshooting
Replacement Parts
Additional Accessories
Warranty
Consumer Care10
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							Thanks for buying a BISSELL Steam Mop™ 
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Steam Mop. Everything we know 
about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, 
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL Steam Mop is well made, and we back it with a limited one 
year warranty. 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 BISSELL Steam Mop.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell  
Chairman, & CEO
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic  
precautions should be observed, including   
the following: 
Read all instR uctions 
befoRe using steam mop. 
Always connect to a properly Earthed outlet. 
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before 
conducting maintenance or troubleshooting. 
     WARnInG: To  
reduce the risk of fire, electric 
shock, or injury:
■ Use indoors only■ Do not immerse■ Use only on surfaces moistened by  
cleaning process
■ Do not leave machine when it is plugged in■ Do not service machine when it is 
plugged in
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must  
be replaced by the manufacturer or its 
service agent in order to avoid a hazard
■ Do not use machine if it has been dropped, 
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water
■ Do not expose to rain, store indoors ■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a 
handle, close door on cord, pull cord around 
sharp corners or edges, run appliance over 
cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces
■ Do not carry the appliance while in use■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord; unplug 
by grasping plug not the cord
■ Do not handle plug or appliance with 
wet hands
■ Do not put any object into appliance 
openings, use with blocked opening or 
restrict air flow
■ Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers 
or body parts to openings or moving parts
■ Do not pick up hot or burning objects■ Do not pick up flammable or combustible mate-
rials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc.) or use  
in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours
■ Do not use appliance in an enclosed 
space filled with vapours given off by 
oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth 
proofing substances, flammable dust, or 
other explosive or toxic vapours
■ Remove plug from electrical outlet before 
cleaning or maintaining the appliance
■ Not intended for use by persons (includ-
ing children) with reduced physical, 
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of 
experience and knowledge, unless they 
have been given supervision or instruc-
tion concerning use of the appliance by 
a person responsible for their safety
■ Young children should be supervised to ensure 
that they do not play with the appliance
■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine 
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, etc.)
■ Do not modify the Earthed plug■ Do not allow to be used as a toy■ Do not use for any purpose other than 
described in this User’s Guide
■ Use only manufacturer’s recommended 
attachments
■ Use only cleaning products formulated 
by BISSELL for use in this appliance to 
prevent internal component damage
■ Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.■ Keep appliance on a level surface■ Turn off all controls before unplugging■ Be extra careful when cleaning stairs■ Liquid or steam must not be directed towards 
equipment containing electrical components
■ Pay close attention when working around 
children
sAVe THese  
InsTRucTIOns.
ThIS MoDEL IS foR hoUSEhoLD USE oNLY . 
     WARnInG: This 
appliance must be Earthed.
       The symbol      means WARNING: 
Danger of scalding.
Surface may be hot. Avoid contact.
IMPORTAnT foR 
oPERATIoN oN A 220-240 VoLT A.C. 
50/60 hz PoWER SUPPLY oNLY. 
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 fit-
ted 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 13 amp socket.
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Product view
Strain Reliever 
Handle™
Steam on  
Demand 
Trigger
Removable 
Water Tank
Lower 
Cord 
Wrap
Water Filter
Ready Light
Manoeuvrable 
 
Swivel head
Microfibre 
Mop Pad
Quick Release™  
Cord Wrap
Carrying 
Handle
Power 
Cord
Includes 2 Microfibre Mop Pads 
with Microban™  
Antibacterial Protection
Bacteria Build-Up on Non-Microban  (left) vs. Microban Mop Pad (right)
In between uses, bacteria can quickly 
multiply in number on an unprotected 
steam mop pad. Microban®  
antibacterial protection helps prevent   
the growth of 99.9% of harmful  
bacteria on the pad surface. And 
because Microban technology works   
continuously, your pad will now stay 
cleaner and fresher between uses.
This information is based upon standard laboratory tests and is 
provided for comparative purposes to substantiate antimicrobial 
activity for non-public health applications. Microban® technology 
is not designed to replace regular cleaning practices or protect 
users from disease causing microorganisms. Antimicrobial action 
limited to product surfaces. 
MICROBAN is a registered trademark of Microban Products 
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Assembly
Your Steam Mop assembles quickly and 
easily. The only thing you will need for 
assembly is a Phillips head screwdriver.
Your Steam Mop is packaged with the  
following items:
Handle Assembly
lower Body with Water Filter
Manoeuvrable swivel Head
Removable Water Tank
1 large Phillips Head screw   
taped to the handle
1 small Phillips Head screw   
taped to the handle
2 Microfibre Mop Pads 
1.  Attach lower body to manoeuvrable 
swivel head.
2.  Secure manoeuvrable swivel head 
with small Phillips head screw. Tighten 
until secure.
3.  Slide handle assembly down into 
lower body until it will go no further.
4.  Secure the handle by placing the 
large Phillips head screw through the 
screw opening in the lower body and 
into the rear of the handle assembly. 
Tighten with screwdriver until secure.
5.  Slide water tank onto lower body by   
lining up vertical glides and gently   
sliding tank into place.
Steam Mop assembly is now complete.Handle Assembly
Large Screw
Lower Body
Manoeuvrable Swivel Head
Removable  
Water Tank 2 Microfibre Mop PadsSmall Screw
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							Special features 
Removable water tank The water tank is located on the back  
of the Steam Mop. It can be refilled with 
water any time during use. Distilled or 
demineralized water may be used in 
place of tap water. 
  Do not use chemicals with your  
Steam Mop.
Water filter  This filter removes minerals and other   
impurities from tap water, preventing  
water deposits from damaging your 
Steam Mop. It should be replaced when 
the bright green grains turn blue. To 
maximize performance of the filter, dis-
tilled water may be used. 
Ready light  The ready light will glow when the 
Steam Mop is ready to use.
steam on demand trigger  Press to release steam.
Manoeuvrable swivel head  When cleaning in the manual mode, 
press the spray trigger to release water 
and formula onto the area to be cleaned.
Microfibre mop pads  These washable, reusable microfibre 
pads feature buit-in Microban® anti-
bacterial protection to help prevent the 
growth of 99.9% of harmful bacteria on 
the pad surface to keep your pad fresher 
between uses.
Getting ready
The mop pad may have already come 
attached to the swivel head, if not follow 
steps 1A and 1B below.
1. Attach mop pad
  A. Set swivel head in mop pad, making  
   sure the drawstring is located on  
   the  back 
  B. Tighten mop pad by pulling on the 
   drawstring  while pressing on  
   the  toggle.
Operations
1A 1B
Tip:
Do not attempt to use 
your Steam Mop without 
water in the tank.
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Operations
Getting ready continued
2. fill the water tank by lifting straight up  
 and away from unit. Unscrew cap at  
bottom of water tank and remove the 
insert assembly.
3.  fill water tank with water. for best   results, 
water should be at room temperature. Replace 
insert assembly and cap, tighten until snug.
4.  Replace water tank by lining up vertical 
guides and gently sliding tank into place.
5.  Twist the Quick Release cord wrap clockwise to 
unwrap the power cord and plug into a proper 
grounded outlet as described on page 3.
6.  The ready light will illuminate when  
Steam Mop is ready for use.
Before you clean
Thoroughly sweep or vacuum floor prior to   
cleaning with the Steam Mop.
cleaning hard floors
Steam Mop is designed to clean hard floor  
surfaces like ceramic tile, vinyl, laminate,  
marble, stone and sealed hard wood floors. 
Use of Steam Mop on waxed or unwaxed 
floors may result in a diminished glossiness. 
Steam Mop is not for use on unsealed wood 
floors. Ensure Steam Mop is thoroughly tested 
in an inconspicuous area prior to mopping a 
large floor area. Also, be sure to check the care 
instructions from your flooring manufacturer.
1.  Begin cleaning by slowly passing over 
the surface while pressing the steam on 
demand trigger to emit steam as needed.
nOTe: The trigger does not need to 
be depressed at all times for steam 
Mop to work satisfactorly.
2. To sanitise  an area of your floor, (attack   
invisible germs and bacteria) put the center 
of Steam Mop over the spot for a minimum 
of 15 seconds using continuous steam, 
but no longer than 20 seconds. for larger 
areas, overlap swivel head placement.
2A 2B
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W ARnInG: Never put descaling, aromatic, 
alcoholic, or detergent products 
into the steam cleaner, as this 
may damage it or make it 
unsafe for use.
cAuTIOn: Exercise extreme care when 
using the Steam Mop on timber 
flooring. Ensure the Steam mop 
is thoroughly tested in an incon-
spicuous area prior to mopping 
a large floor area. The Steam 
Mop generates hot steam, so 
when depressing the trigger to 
apply steam, ensure the Steam 
Mop is moving continuously. 
The trigger does not need to 
be depressed at all times. 
Prolonged application of steam 
in one area increases the risk 
of damage to the surface treat-
ment on timber floors. Check 
with your timber floor treatment 
application specialist prior to 
Steam Mop operation. Regular 
foot traffic and direct sunlight 
will wear down timber floor sur -
face treatment making it more 
susceptible to extreme care 
when using the Steam Mop on 
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cleaning hard floors continued
Important:  sanitising on timber floors  
is not recommended as prolonged 
application of steam in one area 
increases the risk of damage to the sur-
face treatment on timber floors, espe-
cially in areas with regular foot traffic 
and direct sunlight, which will wear 
down timber floor surface treatments 
making it more susceptible to steam 
damage. see cAuTIOn on page 7.
3.  When the Steam Mop stops emitting 
steam, turn the unit off and unplug it. 
Simply remove the water tank, refill,  
plug back in, and continue cleaning.
This accessory is recommended for the refreshing 
of carpets. once the Steam Mop is cradled in 
the carpet refresher attachment, it will easily glide 
over the carpet. 
nOTe: Always be sure a mop pad is in  
place before placing in carpet refresher  
attachment. Only white mop pads  
should be used with the carpet attach-
ment. do not use carpet attachment on  
spots or stains, or glide it over the same  
spot for longer than 20 seconds.
1.  Attach the mop pad to the swivel mop head. 
As directed in step 1 on page 6.
2.  Place the swivel mop head, with mop pad 
attached, in the carpet refresher attachment.  
nOTe: The steam Mop rests in the carpet  
refresher attachment and may not stay  
attached to the swivel mop head. It is  
meant to glide over the carpet.
3.  fill the water tank with water. Begin refreshing 
your carpet or rug by pushing the Steam Mop 
in a forward and backward motion, releasing 
steam as you go.
4.  When you have finished refreshing your 
carpet or rug, unplug the steam mop and 
remove from the carpet or rug.
nOTe: Move the steam Mop and 
carpet refresher attachment in a 
continuous motion until you are fin-
ished. This product is not intended to 
be used as a carpet cleaner, only a 
carpet refresher or deodorizer. never 
attempt to use the steam Mop on 
carpet without the carpet refresher 
attachment in place. dO nOT leave 
the mop in a stationary position.
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carpet Refresher Attachment (select models)
nOTe: Upon first use of the Steam Mop or 
first use of a new water filter, the 
pump may make a "KNoCKING" 
sound while the water filter fills with 
water. This is normal and will last 
between 30 seconds to a minute. 
Continue to depress the trigger until the 
"KNoCKING" subsides and the unit 
begins emitting steam.
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Maintenance and care
cAuTIOn:  Upright storage of the 
Steam Mop with a wet 
mop pad may result in 
the formation of white 
marks on your floor. To 
remove the white marks, 
clean area with vinegar.
Tip:
Using distilled or   
demineralized water   
will maximize the   
performance of   
your water filter.
Tip:
Be sure to use   
only a BISSELL   
water filter in   
Steam Mop
When you're done
1.  Unplug power cord from outlet.
2.  Carefully remove mop pad from swivel 
head, as mop pad and lower assembly 
will be hot.
3.  Any water remaining in the water tank 
should be emptied prior to machine storage.
4.  Mop pad can be machine washed in 
warm water. Use only liquid detergants. 
Do not use bleach or fabric softeners, for 
best results, air dry. 
5.  Wrap power cord around Quick Release 
cord wrap on side of Steam Mop.
6.  Wipe all surfaces of Steam Mop with a 
soft cloth. Store upright in a protected, 
dry area.
IMPORTAnT: do not perform the 
maintenance in the note below until 
the unit has had time to cool.
nOTe: If steam output is reduced, 
the nozzle may be blocked. To  
remedy, unplug unit, remove swivel 
head from lower body and pour 
vinegar through center tube of 
swivel head “neck”. clear nozzle by 
inserting a paper clip into the brass 
spray tip located in bottom of  
lower body.
 
If you fill your Steam Mop cleaner with normal 
tap water, it is essential to check the water filter 
and replace it when it is no longer effective. 
Change the water filter when the bright green 
grains turn blue. If the water filter is not changed 
at the appropriate time, calcium deposits will 
accumulate on the heating element, causing   
damage or reduced performance.
Using distilled or demineralized water will   
maximize the performance of your water filter.
To order a replacement water filter refer to the 
replacement parts section on page 10. Brass Spray Tip
Swivel head 
Neck
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							Troubleshooting
Item Part No.  Part Name  1 20P5  Water filter
  2  203-2167   handle Assembly with Screw
  3  203-2159   Water Tank with Cap and Insert
  4  603-2046   Cap and Insert Assembly
  5  203-2168   Storage hook with Screws 
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Additional Accessories
These items are available for purchase as accessories for your 
 
BIssell steam Mop. To purchase call 1-800-237-7691 or visit   
www.bissell.com.  
Item Part No.  Part Name
  1 98T1  Carpet Refresher Attachment with 2 Mop Pads
  2  3252-E  Eucalyptus and Mint Natural Aroma   
  3  53M4  Microfiber Mop Pads - 2 pack
  4   90M7-E   946 mL Eucalyptus and Mint Scented Water
Replacement parts
Reduced steam or no steam.
Possible causes
 Remedies
1.  Water tank empty  1. Fill tank 
2.  Depleted water filter  2. Replace water filter 
3.  Blocked steam nozzle  3. Refer to NOTE on 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.              
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