Bissell 9500-c Manual

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Operation
Carpet cleaning (continued)
5. Plug into a proper outlet and turn the 
power and heater switches to the ON ( I ) 
position. Allow 1 minute for the built-in 
heater to warm-up before cleaning. The 
ProHeat 2X will be fully warmed and will 
provide optimal performance after one 
minute of continuous heated cleaning.
6.  Cleaning Strokes. While pressing the spray 
trigger, make one slow forward wet pass 
and another one back. Let the built-in heater, 
formula, and DirtLifter...

Operation 
Carpet cleaning (continued)
8b.  Remove the top of the tank by lifting up on the handle. 
Note: Be sure to note how the lip on the 
top tank separates from the groove in the 
bottom tank. This placement is important 
when putting the tank back together.
8c.  Lift the bottom portion of the tank and pour out dirty water toward the sink through the 
triangular shaped opening in the corner of 
the tank.
Note: You may notice hair and debris 
deposits on the carpet or in the tank that 
were loosened...

Operation 
Cleaning with attachments
Your ProHeat 2X machine comes equipped with 
a hose and at least one attachment for cleaning 
stairs, upholstery, and more.
1. Important! If using to clean upholstery, 
check upholstery tags. 
A.  Check manufacturer’s tag before  cleaning. “W” or “WS” on the tag 
means you can use your ProHeat 2X. If 
the tag is coded with an “X” or an “S” 
(with a diagonal stripe through it), or 
says “Dry Clean Only”, do not proceed 
with any deep cleaning machine. 
Do not use on...

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Operation 
Cleaning with attachments (continued)
8.  Remove and rinse tools in clean, running water. Dry and replace in the tool caddy.
9.  It is recommended that you suction clean water  from the tap to rinse out the hose. 
10.  Before replacing, lift end of hose and stretch out to  ensure all water is cleared from hose.
11.  Coil hose around the tool caddy.
12.  Empty 2-in-1 water tank and rinse out,  following the instructions on pages 11 & 12.  
13.  Return ReadyTools dial to floor setting....

Operation 
Stain removal
Do Not Delay! Attending to an accident soon after 
it occurs ensures the most optimal clean. Leaving 
it for an extended period of time may cause it to 
set and become permanent.
1.  Blot up liquids with an absorbent cloth or paper towels. White materials are recommended because 
certain dyes may bleed and make the stain worse.
2.  Gently scrape up any semi-solids with a spoon or  spatula. Do not use a knife or other utensil with sharp 
edges because it could damage the carpet or...

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Operation 
Hard floor cleaning
Your ProHeat 2X model may have come with a 
hard floor attachment and Hard Floor Solutions 
formula. If not, these products are available for 
purchase by contacting the BISSELL Consumer 
Services department by phone. The hard floor tool 
provides effective cleaning for linoleum, vinyl and 
tile floors. 
Caution: Do not use on unsealed hardwood floors.
1.  Vacuum or sweep thoroughly to pick up any loose debris and pet hair.
2.  Move any furniture, if...

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Operation 
 
Some models are equipped with a Scotchgard  
protector post-treatment applicator and cartridge. Use  
this, along with one of the BISSELL deep  
cleaning formulas containing Scotchgard, to help  
retain the carpet cleanliness achieved with the  
ProHeat 2X machine. For best results, the post  
cleaning treatment should be applied while the carpet  
is still damp.  It is recommended that the Scotchgard  
protector be applied every 12 months to all clean  
carpeted areas and...

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9.  Be careful not to spray the Scotchgard protector onto furniture or fabric that has not 
been tested for colorfastness. If this does 
occur, wipe off the Scotchgard protector.
10.  When finished remove the cartridge from the  applicator tool. If formula is left, replace the cap 
to the cartridge and store at room temperature 
for later use.
11.  With the applicator tool still on the end of the  flex hose, spray clean hand hot tap water into 
the sink to avoid any future clogging....

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Machine care
For best results, a few simple steps can assure 
your machine is well maintained after your 
cleaning is complete.
1.  Turn power and heater switches to the OFF ( O ) position. Unplug the machine and wrap 
the power cord.
2.  After emptying the 2-in-1 water tank, rinse  it out at a faucet with running hand hot tap 
water, taking care to clean underneath the 
heavy duty bladder and all around it.  
3.  The top half of the tank can be rinsed clean  through the nozzle area....

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Maintenance and care 
Machine care (continued)
5.  The inside of the end caps by the brush rolls can be wiped out with a clean paper towel 
or, if a more thorough cleaning is desired, the 
end caps can be taken off using a Phillips 
head       screwdriver and rinsed clean. 
Replace after cleaning.
6.  Any loose hair or debris can be pulled from the  brush rolls and thrown away. For the most 
thorough clean before storage, follow directions 
on pages 21 & 22 for removal and replacement...