Bissell 1770-1 Manual

3Safety Instructions
Product View
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance and Care
Troubleshooting
Consumer Services
Replacement Parts
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Additional Accessories
Warranty
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U S E R ’ S   G U I D E
1770, 1970, 2080, 2090 SERIES 
QuickSteamer® 

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We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL QuickSteamer lightweight deep cleaner. 
Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction 
of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your QuickSteamer is well made, and we back it with a limited one-year  
warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated 
Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a problem, you’ll 
receive fast, considerate assistance.
My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precau-tions should be observed, including the following: 
Read all instructions before using your QUICKSTEAMER® 
  WARNING: To reduce the risk 
of fire, electric shock, or injury:
■ Do not immerse. ■ Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process. ■ Always connect to a properly grounded outlet.See Grounding Instructions.■ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before...

Cleaning fluid 
Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL 2X Fiber Cleansing 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 warranty.
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Spray Trigger
Solution Tank
Large Easy Rolling Wheels
Power Switch
Detent Lever
Quick Release Cord Wrap™Power Cord
Lower Cord Wrap
Handle Assembly
Upper Body
Lower BodyVent...

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1. Slide upper body into lower body. 
2. Secure with screws.
3. Slide handle assembly down into upper body until it will go no further. Align screw slots.
4. Secure with screw.
5. Place solution tank on back of unit.
Before you clean
1. Remove easily moved furniture (chairs, lamps, coffee/cocktail tables, etc.) from room if needed.
2. Vacuum carpet thoroughly.
3. Decide where to begin. Plan to leave a path open to empty soiled water and refill...

Operation
Carpet cleaning
 1. With your foot, press the red power switch [located in foot of unit] ON .
2.  With foot, press the detent lever on left side of lower body.
3. Depress spray trigger to spray cleaning solution. Do not overwet.
4. To suction up water, repeat motion over same area without pressing trigger.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until no more dirt can be removed.
6. Continue to clean entire carpet, working in 3’ x 4’ sections.
7. Empty the collection tank when dirty water reaches the full...

Hard floor cleaning  
(included on select models only)
1. Remove the collection tank (refer to steps 2a and b in the "To empty the collection tank" section on page 6)A. For 1770/1970 series it is necessary to remove the cross action brush first.  Using your thumbs squeeze the 2 grey tabs towards the outside of the unit. Push down at the same time and release  the cross action brush.
2. Attach the hard floor tool by hooking it into the front of the removable nozzle and swinging it down until the...

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION:  Do not store unit where freezing may occur. Damage to internal components may result.
WARNING:  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.
Machine storage
1. Wrap power cord around Quick Release Cord Wrap™ on side of QuickSteamer®.
2. Wipe all surfaces with a soft...

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Troubleshooting
Reduced spray or no spray
Possible Cause Remedy
1.  Clean 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
Deep cleaner not picking up cleaning solution
Possible Cause Remedy
1.  Collection tank not aligned/secured 1.  Check tank proper alignment        and secure with side latches
2. Dirty...

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For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call:
BISSELL Consumer Services 
1-800-237-7691 
Monday - Friday   8 a.m. — 10 p.m. ET
Saturday   9 a.m. — 8 p.m. ET
Or write:
BISSELL HOMECARE, INC
PO Box 3606
Grand Rapids  MI 49501
ATTN:  Consumer Services 
Or visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.com
When contacting BISSELL, have model number of unit available.
Please record your Model Number:...