Owner Manual

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PROHEAT™

ESSENTIAL

Models 1887, 1887T

Product Overview

1. Spray Trigger

2. Quick Release™

Cord Wrap

3. Upper Handle

4. Tool Storage

(select models)

5. Carry Handle

6. Tank Carry Handle

7. 2-in-1 Water Tank

8. ReadyTools™ Dial

9. Removable Nozzle

10. DirtLifter® PowerBrush

11. Belt Access Door

(underside of machine)

12. EdgeSweep® Brushes

Go online for a comprehensive walkthrough

of your new purchase!

This guide has everything you need to get ready for first use,

including setting up, using and maintaining your machine,

but online you’ll find additional resources like tips and

troubleshooting, videos, product registration, parts, and more.

Go to support.BISSELL.com.

Warranty..........................................................................2

What’s in the Box? .....................................................3

Assembly .........................................................................3

Cleaning Formulas .....................................................4

Filling the 2-in-1 Water Tank .................................5

Cleaning Your Carpet ...............................................6

Using the Ready Tools ............................................. 7

Emptying the 2-in-1 Water Tank .........................8

After-Cleaning Care ..................................................9

Storing Your Machine ............................................. 10

Troubleshooting ........................................................10

Summary of content (12 pages)

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PROHEAT™ ESSENTIAL 1 Models 1887, 1887T 2 Warranty..........................................................................2 What’s in the Box? .....................................................3 Assembly.........................................................................3 3 Cleaning Formulas .....................................................4 Filling the 2-in-1 Water Tank .................................5 Cleaning Your Carpet...............................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY: » Turn OFF all controls before plugging or unplugging appliance. » Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. » Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they may be present.
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What’s in the Box? Standard accessories may vary by model. To identify what should be included with your purchase, please refer to the “Carton Contents” list located on the carton top flap. Base Handle Screws Tool Holders Tough Stain Tool Spraying Crevice Tool Trial-Size BISSELL® Formula Required for Assembly Assembly Go to support.BISSELL.com for assembly videos. Phillips-head Screwdriver 1.
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Cleaning Formulas Find more formulas at BISSELL.com. Keep plenty of BISSELL® formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL formulas in your machine. Other formulas may harm the machine and void the warranty. Do not use Hard Floor Formula on area rugs or carpet.
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Filling the 2-in-1 Water Tank More of a visual person? We’ve got video instructions for this step at support.BISSELL.com. Note: Fill with warm (140°F/60°C MAX) tap water and add the appropriate BISSELL® formula. Do not use boiling water. Do not heat water or tank in microwave. 1. Use Tank Carry Handle to remove tank from the machine and bring it to the sink. 2. Pull up on the bottom edge of the latch on the tank to remove the lid. 3. Pull up on bladder fill cover that says “Fill Here”. 4.
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Cleaning Your Carpet Visit support.BISSELL.com for more carpet cleaning tips. 1. Plug into a proper outlet. 2. Set ReadyTools™ Dial to FLOOR CLEANING setting. 3. Use the red power pedal on the back of the machine to turn it ON. 4. Push the gray pedal to recline the machine. 5. Press the Spray Trigger while making one slow forward and one slow backward pass. Do not overwet. 6. Release trigger and make one slow forward and backward pass over same area. 7.
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Using the Ready Tools Your carpet cleaner comes equipped with a hose and at least one cleaning tool for cleaning stairs, upholstery and more. Find more tools at BISSELL.com. 1. Set ReadyTools™ Dial to TOOLS setting. This will allow spray and suction from hose. 2. Attach cleaning tool of your choice to end of hose. 4. When finished cleaning, remove and rinse tool(s) and hose in clean, running water. 5. Before wrapping the hose, lift and stretch the hose to make sure water is cleared.
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Emptying the 2-in-1 Water Tank More of a video person? We’ve got you covered. Find these steps, and other how-to videos, at support.BISSELL.com. 1. Turn machine OFF and remove the 2-in-1 Water Tank from the machine. Carry tank to a sink or outside to dispose of dirty water. 2. Pull up on the bottom edge of the latch on the tank to remove the lid. 3. Empty dirty water from back corner of tank. 4.
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After-Cleaning Care For a full list of machine maintenance tips and tricks, visit support.BISSELL.com. Cleaning the Removable Nozzle 1. Grab the sides of the top of the nozzle and pull forward. 2. Rinse nozzle under running water. 3. When finished, replace nozzle by slightly raising front of machine to line up slots on each side of the base with hooks the nozzle. Push forward to click nozzle into place.
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Storing Your Machine We have additional machine maintenance tips for you at support.BISSELL.com. Keep machine in a protected, dry area, like a closet or basement. Because it uses water, this machine should not be kept where there’s a danger of freezing. Freezing will damage internal components and void the warranty. Troubleshooting Below are some of the issues you may run into. If you don’t see the issue you’re experiencing below, visit support.BISSELL.com.
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We’re Waggin’ Our Tails! BISSELL® proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation® and its mission to help save homeless pets. When you buy a BISSELL product, you help save pets, too. We’re proud to design products that help make pet messes, odors and pet homelessness disappear. Visit BISSELLsavespets.com to learn more. But wait, there’s more! Join us online for a complete guide to your new product, including troubleshooting, product registration, parts, and more. Go to support.BISSELL.com.