Bissell 1690 J Manual

							11 1.Follow instructions in WHEN YOU’RE DONE, page 7.
2.Disconnect Solution Tube Connector by turning it counter-
clockwise and gently pulling it straight from port.
3.Remove Flex Hose Assembly from Dirty Water Tank
Triangle port.
4.Replace Dirty Water Tank Triangle Lid.
5.Coil Flex Hose Assembly in Hose Rack on back 
of POWERSTEAMER.TM
6.Rinse Tools in clean running water, dry, and replace as
shown in HOW TO PUT IT TOGETHER, page 4.
7.Wrap Power Cord around Cord Holder on back of 
POWERSTEAMER.TM
8.Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth.
9.Store cleaner upright in a protected, dry area.
NOTE: You may have water remaining in the Clean Water
Tank Assembly, and BISSELL Fiber Cleansing FormulaTM
remaining in the SmartMix®
dispenser. Never leave clean 
water in the Clean Water Tank Assembly or soiled
solution in the Dirty Water Tank Assembly. 13.Unwrap Power Cord from Cord Retainer and
plug into 120 Volt, 60 Hz grounded outlet as
described in Important Safety Instructions,
page 2.
Cleaning
1.Slowly move the Bare Floor Cleaning Tool
back and forth over soiled surface one time
while depressing Trigger.
Do not overwet.
2.Repeat motion over same area without
depressing Trigger.
3.Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until no more dirt can
be removed.
4.If machine loses suction and/or noise rises in
pitch, turn Power Switch to OFF. Check the
Dirty Water Tank Assembly and empty the
tank if it is full (see WHEN YOU’RE DONE,
page 7).
5.If spray tip stops spraying, turn Power Switch
to OFF and check water and cleaning solution
levels. Refill if needed. 
Never run POWERSTEAMER™
dry.WARNING:Do n o t
lay  unit   on  its  back  wi th
Clean Water Tank Assembly
in  pl ace.  D o  not  ti p  up
fo ot  w ith  Dirty  Wa t e r
Tank  As sembly  i n  pl ac e.Putting it awayWARNING: T h e
D i r t y   W a t e r   Ta n k
A s s e m b l y   h o l d s  
appro xi ma tely  one 
ga llon  of  soi led  liquid .
A  spe cial  fl oat  dev ic e 
in  the  tank   wi ll  ca use
the  c lea ner  to  s top
rem ovi ng  sol ution   fro m
car pet ,  and  the  mot or
so und  to  ris e  in  pitc h
whe n t he  Dir ty  Wa t e r
Ta nk A ssem bly   is  full .
F ail ure  to  em pty  full
t ank  wil l  da mage  unit . 
						

							Possible CausesRemedies
Clean Water Tank Assembly emptyRefill Tank
SmartMixTM
dispenser  emptyFill with BISSELL Fiber Cleansing 
FormulaTM
Spray Nozzle cloggedClean Spray Nozzle
Pump not operating properlyCheck electrical plug
Power switch on?
Turn POWERSTEAMERTM
off and hold 
Trigger for 10-15 seconds. Turn Power 
Switch to“CLEAN” position and hold 
trigger for10-15 seconds
Call BISSELL Consumer Services
Possible CausesRemedies
Loose Triangle CapCheck cap and snap securely into Dirty 
Water Tank Assembly
Dirty Water Tank Assembly Check Tank for proper alignment and 
not aligned/securedsecure with side latches 
Flex Hose Assembly not secureCheck fit of Hose at Vacuum Port 
connections [Upholstery/Carpet Tool only]
Poor Tool position Adjust angle; apply more downward 
[Upholstery/Carpet Tool only]pressure
Dirty Water Tank Assembly is fullEmpty Dirty Water Tank AssemblyTroubleshootingReduced spray or no spray 
Vacuum not picking up cleaning solution
12WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock or
injury unplug from
outlet before servicing. 
						

							13ItemPart No.Part Name
1010-9200Flex Hose Assembly with
4” Upholstery/Carpet Tool 
2010-92014” Upholstery/Carpet To o l
A s s e m b l y
3603-09664” RemovableBrush
4603-09614” Window
5603-09106” Upholstery/Carpet To o l
A s s e m b l y
6603-09116” RemovableBrush
7603-09126” Window
8603-6110Spray Tips (2)
9010-9148Spraying Crevice Tool
10603-0905Hose Clip
11010-9130Bare Floor Cleaning Tool
12603-9040Clean Water Tank 
Assembly
13010-1645Clean Water Tank 
Filler Cap
14603-1640Clean Water Tank Cap
and Insert Assembly
15014-9025Dirty Water Tank
Assembly
16013-2856Dirty Water Tank
Triangle Cap
17010-7055Dirty Water Tank
Drain Cap
18603-7075Bolts and Nuts
(2 each)1318
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16 1Part numbers and descriptions15 102, 3, 4 5, 6, 7 NOTE:  To order replacement parts, or
to order parts not originally included in
your POWERSTEAMER™
model, call
BISSELL Consumer Services
1-800-237-7691 
Monday - Friday8 a.m. — 7 p.m. EST
Saturday        9 a.m. –– 1 p.m. EST81417 
						

							About your warrantyBISSELLConsumer Services This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may 
also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty 
or have questions regarding what it may cover, call 
BISSELL Consumer Services.
One Year Warranty
BISSELL Inc., upon receipt of the product, will repair or 
replace, free of charge, any part which is defective or 
malfunctioning within one year of the purchase date, 
provided that it is used for personal and not commercial 
or rental service.  If the deep cleaner cannot be repaired, 
BISSELL Inc. will replace or refund the full price.
If your BISSELL product should require service
1. Call BISSELL Consumer Services (1-800-237-7691) 
for referral to an authorized BISSELL Service
Center.
2. If there is not an authorized BISSELL Service 
Center in your area, a BISSELL Consumer 
Services Representative will issue you a Return 
Authorization Number.
3. Return the machine with a photocopy of proof of
purchase. (Your dated sales receipt is your 
warranty – do not send original.)
Insure the machine when shipping for your protection from loss.
For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions
about your warranty, call:
BISSELL Consumer Services
1-800-237-7691 
Monday - Friday8 a.m. — 7 p.m.  EST
Saturday9 a.m. — 1 p.m.  EST
Or write:
BISSELL INC
PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids  MI 49501
ATTN:  Consumer Services
When contacting BISSELL, have model number of unit available.
Please record your Model Number: ___________________
Please record your Purchase Date:  ___________________
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It is your warranty.©1997 BISSELL Inc
Grand Rapids, Michigan
All rights reserved. Printed in China
Part Number 010-571014