Bissell 25a3c Manual

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Operation
Carpet cleaning
1. Plug the deep cleaner into a proper outlet.  
Set ReadyTools dial to the Floor Cleaning   
setting. Turn the power on by pressing the 
red power switch on the back of the unit 
with your foot. Turn heater switch (located 
on side of unit) to the on  position. Allow one 
minute for the built-in heater to warm up 
before cleaning. 
NOTE: The ProHeat will be fully warmed 
and will provide optimal performance after 
a minute of continuous heated...

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Operation
 
1. Turn power switch off.  Remove the 2-in-1 water 
tank from the base using the tank carry handle. 
Carry the tank like a bucket to a utility sink or   
outside where you will dispose of the collection 
water. Remove the top of the tank by rotating the 
handle forward to unlatch lid and lifting lid off tank.
2.  Empty collection water from bottom of tank.
3.  After each use, remove and rinse the lint 
screen located on the tank lid. 
4.  If nozzle needs to be...

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Ready Tools™ (continued)
5. Vacuum thoroughly to pick up loose debris and 
pet hair. Use a vacuum with a brush attachment 
and a crevice tool to clean in fabric folds and tufts.
6.  To begin cleaning with attachments, follow 
the instructions on pages 10-11 for filling 
the 2-in-1 water tank and the formula tank.
7.  Set the ReadyTools dial to the TOOLS setting. 
This will allow spray and suction from the hose. 
8.  Attach the cleaning tool of your choice to the 
end of the...

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Hard Floor Cleaning
Your deep cleaner may have included a hard 
floor tool and Hard Floor Solutions Formula.  The 
hard floor tool provides effective cleaning for 
linoleum, vinyl, and tile floors.   
Caution: Do not use on unsealed hardwood floors.
1.  Thoroughly vacuum or sweep floor to pick 
up any debris.
NOTE:  Prior to filling with formula and 
water be sure all carpet cleaning formula is 
thoroughly rinsed from tank.
2. Fill BISSELL Hard Floor Solutions Formula to...

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Machine care
For best results, a few simple steps can assure 
your machine is well maintained after cleaning 
is complete.
1. Turn power switch off. Unplug the machine 
and wrap the power cord. 
2.  After emptying the 2-in-1 water tank, rinse it 
with running hot tap water, taking care to clean 
underneath and around the heavy duty bladder. 
Clean out red lint screen. Removable nozzle may 
be rinsed if necessary.
3.  Replace the 2-in-1 water tank on the machine.
4.  Any...

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WARNING:  To reduce the risk of fire, electric 
shock or injury, unplug from the 
outlet before servicing.
Troubleshooting
Heat indicator light does not illuminate
Possible Causes  Remedies
1. The heater switch is not turned on.  1. Turn on the heater switch located on   
     side of unit.
2.  The machine power switch is not   2. Both switches must be on   
  turned on.     to activate the heat indicator light.
Reduced spray OR no spray
Possible cause  Remedies
1. Bladder...

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Troubleshooting
DirtLifter PowerBrush does not turn
Possible cause Remedies1. The brush belt or pump belt is off or broken.  1. Refer to Remedy 4 on page 16 to check if   
    brush belt or pump belt is broken.
Cleaner not picking up solution
Possible cause  Remedies1. ReadyTools dial may be on the  1. Set ReadyTools dial to either floor  
  wrong setting for the cleaning job.    cleaning or tools.
2.  Poor tool position.    2. Adjust angle; apply more   
  (Hand held...

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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. EST
Saturday    9 a.m. — 8 p.m. EST
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: ___________________
Please record...

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For a complete list of replacement parts, cleaning formulas, 
and accessories available for your BISSELL deep cleaner please 
visit www.bissell.com or contact BISSELL Consumer Services at 
800.237.7691.
These items are available for purchase as accessories for your BISSELL ProHeat:  
To purchase call 1-800-237-7691 or visit www.bissell.com. 
Item  Part No.  Part Name
 1 203-0149  Hard floor Tool
 2  203-6651  3" Tough Stain Tool
 3  203-6653  4" Upholstery Tool
 4...

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Warranty - BISSELL ProHeat
©2008 BISSELL Homecare, Inc
Grand Rapids, michigan
All rights reserved. Printed in China
Part  number 120-4078 
Rev 9/08
Visit our website at: www.bissell.com
Scotchgard is a trademark of 3m
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, 
please contact BISSELL Consumer...