Bisell BISSELL Little Green portable carpet cleaner 30K4E User Manual

							2Consumer Services
3Safety Instructions
4Product View
4
Assembly
5-6 Operation 
6Maintenance and Care
7Troubleshooting
7 Replacement Parts
8Warranty
U S E R ’ S   G U I D E30K4 SERIES 220-240V
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Thank you for buying a BISSELL Little Green
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Little Green. Everything we know about floor 
care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home 
cleaning system.  By purchasing this product you are helping BISSELL with our 
commitment to reducing our impact on the environment through an expanding 
range of sustainable design efforts.
Your Little Green 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 1876. Today, BISSELL is a 
global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high quality homecare 
products like your Little Green.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
Chairman, President and CEO
BISSELL Consumer Services
Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.
Please do not return this product to the store.             
If your BISSELL product should require service:  In the UK, Australia or New Zealand, call BISSELL Consumer Services at the numbers below and we will give you 
the location of a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. For all other   
countries, contact your local in country distributor for questions, service, or repair. 
If you have questions about your warranty or need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
Or visit the BISSELL website -  www.bissell.com
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 proof of warranty.
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday  9 am — 5 pm   
  Friday 9 am — 4 pm 
Telephone: 0844-888-6644 
For New Zealand inquiries:
Monday - Friday    9 am — 5 pm 
Telephone: 0800-247-735 
For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday    8 am — 4 pm 
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451 
For Australian inquiries:
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm Telephone: 1-800-811-183  
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic   
precautions should be observed, including   
the following: 
R EAD  ALL  INSTRUCTIONS 
BEFORE  USING  YOUR  LITTLE 
G REEN ™. 
Always connect to a properly Earthed 
outlet. Unplug from outlet when not in 
use and before conducting   
maintenance or troubleshooting. 
     WARNING: To reduce the 
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
■   Do not expose to rain. Store indoors
■     Do not leave machine when it is plugged in
■    
Do not service machine when it is plugged in
■   If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced 
by the manufacturer or its service agent in order 
to avoid a hazard
■     Do not use machine if it has been dropped, 
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water
■     Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a 
handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp 
corners or edges, run appliance over cord, or 
expose cord to heated surfaces
■     Do not carry the appliance while in use
■    
Do not unplug by pulling on cord; unplug by 
grasping plug not the cord
■     Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands
■    
Do not put any object into appliance openings, use 
with blocked opening or restrict air flow
■     Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers or body 
parts to openings or moving parts
■     Do not pick up hot or burning objects
■    
Do not pick up flammable or combustible 
materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc.) or use 
in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours
■     Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with 
vapours given off by oil base paint, paint   
thinner, some moth proofing substances,   
flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapours ■
    Remove plug from electrical outlet before cleaning 
or maintaining the appliance
■     Not intended for use by persons (including 
children) with reduced sensory or mental capabilities, 
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they 
have been given supervision or instruction concerning 
use of the appliance by a person responsible for 
their safety
■     Young children should be supervised to ensure 
that they do not play with the appliance
■     Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, 
ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, etc.)
■     Do not modify the Earthed plug
■    
Do not use for any purpose other than described 
in this User’s Guide
■     Use only manufacturer’s recommended 
 attachments
■     Use only cleaning products formulated by 
BISSELL for use in this appliance to prevent   
internal component damage
■     Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.
■    
Keep appliance on a level surface
■    
Turn off all controls before unplugging
■    
Be extra careful when cleaning stairs
■    
Pay close attention when working 
around children
■   This product produces a noise level of 80,0 dB(A).
SAVE THESE   
INSTRUCTIONS.
Th IS M oDEL  IS  F o R ho USE hoLD USE  oNLY . 
  WARNING: This appliance must 
be Earthed.
IMPORTANT FoR  oPERATIoN  oN 
A 220-240 VoLT A.C. 50/60  hz PoWER  
SUPPLY  oNLY. 
If your appliance is fitted with a nonrewireable 
BS 1363 plug it must not be used unless a 13 
amp (ASTA approved to BS 1362) fuse is fitted in 
the carrier contained in the plug. Spares may be 
obtained from your BISSELL supplier. If for any   
reason the plug is cut off, it must be disposed 
of, as it is an electric shock hazard should it be 
inserted into a 13 amp socket.
For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday    8 am — 4 pm 
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451 
For Australian inquiries:
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm Telephone: 1-800-811-183  
						

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 Power Switch
Solution/Clean Tank 
PCV free
Flex Hose Clip Collection/
Dirty T
ank
PCV free
Tank Release 
Latch
Tough Stain Brush
™ Brush Block Made of   
100% Post Consumer   
Recycled Plastic
Vacuum Flex Hose 
Storage Bracket
Bracket Latch
Hose Grip Vacuum 
 
Flex Hose 
PCV free
Quick Release™ Cord Wrap
Power Cord
Product view
Assembly
Assembling your Little Green is a simple process.
1.  Take the flex hose clip and slide the back plate 
into the opening on the front of the unit. You will 
hear a “snap” when it is locked in place.
2.  Take the vacuum flex hose storage bracket and 
slide the lower plate into the opening on the 
back of unit. Make sure the screw holes line up.
3.  Insert screw and tighten with a screwdriver.
4.  Wrap the vacuum flex hose around the base 
of unit and place hose grip into bracket. Turn 
bracket latch counter clockwise to lock in place.1
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Operation
Getting ready
1. To fill the solution/clean tank. 
A.  Remove the tank by lifting it straight up 
and then away from the unit.
B.  Unscrew the black cap at the bottom of the 
solution/clean tank and remove bottle insert.
C.  Add BISSELL Little Green formula to the 
FORMULA fill line on the solution/clean 
tank. Fill the solution/clean tank with 
hand hot (NOT boiling) tap water to the 
WATER fill line. Replace the bottle insert 
and tighten the black cap.
D.  Replace the solution/clean tank by lining up 
the vertical guides on the left side of the unit 
with the indentations on the solution/clean 
tank and gently sliding it down into position.
2.  Release vacuum flex hose by twisting the 
bracket latch clockwise. Unwrap vacuum flex 
hose completely from around unit.
3.  Attach the tough stain brush tool to the vacuum 
flex hose by pressing tool onto the end of the 
hose grip firmly until the button lock snaps into 
hole. Make certain the tool is securely attached.
4.  Twist the Quick Release cord wrap clockwise 
to unwrap the power cord completely from 
onboard cord storage and plug into a proper 
outlet.
5.  Press and hold spray trigger—spray will 
start in a few seconds. Raise the tool slightly 
to check for spray. 
Pre-treating
Cleaning effectiveness will be enhanced if you 
pre-treat heavily stained or highly-soiled areas. 
Here’s how to do it:
1. Hold the tool just above the surface of the 
carpet or upholstery to be cleaned. Press the 
spray trigger to release a spray of cleaning 
solution directly onto the soiled area.
2.  Wait 3-5 minutes before cleaning.
Collection/
Dirty T ank
PCV free
Tank Release 
Latch
CAUTION: Use only BISSELL Little Green   
formula in your cleaner. Use of   
cleaning formulas that contain   
lemon or pine oil may damage   
this appliance and void the   
warranty. Chemical spot cleaners 
or solvent-based soil removers also 
should not be used. These products 
may react with the plastic materials 
used in your  cleaner, causing cracking 
or pitting.
1A 1B
1C 1D
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Water
Formula 
						

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Cleaning with your Little Green
1. Hold the tool approximately 1” above the 
soiled surface. Press the spray trigger to 
apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area.
2.  Using the brush on the tool, gently scrub the 
area to be cleaned.
3.  For thorough cleaning, spray additional 
cleaning solution while the brush and   
suction are in contact with the surface.
4.  Apply downward pressure on the tool and 
pull it toward you. The suction will remove 
the dirt and cleaning solution. Continue until 
no more dirt can be removed.
5.  As a final step, use “drying strokes” (by not 
pressing the spray trigger) to remove as 
much liquid/moisture as possible. Repeat 
this step as often as necessary.
After cleaning
1. Unplug power cord from outlet.Note: If a significant amount of Little Green   
cleaning solution remains, it is all right to leave it in 
the solution/clean tank for your next cleaning task.
2.  Empty and rinse the collection/dirty tank after 
each use, OR when dirty water reaches the 
indicated maximum fill line. To remove the 
tank, lift up the collection/dirty tank release 
latch and remove the tank from the unit.
3.  Disconnect the tool from the hose grip by 
pushing down on button lock and pulling 
straight off.  (Do NOT twist tool to remove it)
4.  Once removed from the hose grip, clean the 
tool by rinsing under running water.
5.  Check spray nozzle for accumulated dirt or 
debris. If necessary, clean with soft bristle brush.
Machine storage 
1. Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth.
2.  Wrap the power cord around the cord wrap 
on the back of the Little Green.
3.  Wrap the vacuum flex hose around the base 
of the unit and place the hose grip into the 
storage bracket. Turn bracket latch   
counterclockwise to lock in place.
4.  Store unit in protected, dry area, at room 
temperature (4.4º to 43.3ºC).
Operation
Maintenance and care
IMPORTANT : Check the manufacturer’s tag before 
cleaning upholstery. “W” or “WS” on the 
tag means you can use your Little Green. 
If tag is coded with an “S” (with diagonal 
strike-through), or says “Dry Clean Only,” 
do not proceed. If manufacturer’s tag is 
missing or not coded, check with your 
furniture dealer.
Tip:
Deep cleaning 
stairs and 
high-traffic 
areas on a 
regular basis 
can prolong 
carpet life
.
Tip:
Check upholstery 
stuffing before 
cleaning. Colored 
stuffing may 
bleed through 
the fabric when it 
becomes wet.
Tip:
Before turning off the Little Green, 
vacuum up clean water to thoroughly 
rinse out the interior of the vacuum   
flex hose. Then, lift the cleaning tool 
and point it upwards to drain any 
remaining water into the collection/
dirty tank.
WARNING:   Keep spray away from face. 
Failure to do so may result in 
personal injury.
Tank Release Latch 
						

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Item Part No.  Part Name
  1   203-7151   Tough Stain Brush Tool
  2   203-7158   Solution/Clean Tank   
    (includes cap and insert assembly)
  3   203-7144   Collection/Dirty Tank   
    (includes the airstack and float assembly)
  4   203-7169   Quick Release Cord Wrap
  5   203-7150   Vacuum Flex Hose Storage Bracket   
    (includes screw for assembly)
  6   203-7159   Vacuum Flex Hose Clip
  7   203-5014   Bottle Cap & Insert Assembly
CLEANING FORMULAS
  8  79B9E   473 mL. 2X Concentrate Little Green™ 
    Advanced Formula
  9   74R7E   473 mL. 2X Concentrate Pet Stain & Odor   
    Advanced Formula
Troubleshooting
Reduced spray or no spray
Possible causes   Remedies
1.  Spray nozzle clogged   1.  Clean spray nozzle
2.   Solution/clean tank empty   2.  Check/fill tank
3.   Solution/clean tank insert clogged  3.  Clean insert at bottom of clean/solution tank
4.   Pump needs priming   4.  Gently lift solution/clean tank while depressing 
   the spray trigger OR gently squeeze solution/ 
   clean tank while depressing spray trigger
Deep cleaner won't pick up cleaning solution
Possible causes    Remedies
1.  Tank release latch is not closed properly  1.  Lift up the tank release latch and press down 
   firmly to make sure it is in place
2.   Poor tool position   2.  Reposition tool on surface, follow
   recommended cleaning procedures
3.   Collection/dirty tank is full   3.  Empty collection/dirty tank
4.   Tool brush worn   4.  Replace with new brush
5.   Excess cleaning solution in vacuum flex hose  5.  Lift hose and point upwards to allow water 
   in hose to flow into the collection/dirty tank
6.   Incorrect cleaning formula   6.  Use BISSELL Little Green formula only
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an   
authorized service representative.
Replacement parts 
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Warranty
©2009 BISSELL homecare, Inc
Grand Rapids, Michigan
All rights reserved. Printed in China
Part Number 120-4098
Rev 09/09 
Visit our website at:
www.bissell.com
For UK inquiries:
Monday - Thursday  9 am — 5 pm   
  Friday  9 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare (Overseas) Inc. The Boat Yard   
105 Straight Road   
old Windsor   
Berkshire, SL4 2SE 
United Kingdom   
Telephone: 0844-888-6644  For Australian inquiries:
Monday - Friday     9 am — 5 pm 
BISSELL  AUSTRALIA  PTY LIMITED
42 Rocco Drive 
Scoresby 3179 
Victoria 
Australia 
Telephone: 1-800-811-183 
For all other inquiries: Monday - Friday     8 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
Po Box 1888
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 USA
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451   
Fax: 01-616-453-1383 For New Zealand inquiries:
Monday - Friday 
   9 am — 5 pm 
Parex Industries Ltd. 5 Tolich Place 
henderson 0610 
Auckland 
New Zealand 
Telephone: 0800-247-735  For all other inquiries:
Monday - Friday     8 am — 4 pm 
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
Po Box 1888
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 USA
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451   
Fax: 01-616-453-1383
  This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from country 
to country. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may 
cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by telephone, or regular post as described below, or   
contact your local in country distributor.
  Limited One Year Warranty
 Subject to the *EXCEPTIoNS AND EXCLUSIoNS identified below,  BISSELL homecare, Inc., will replace (with 
new or remanufactured components), at BISSELL’s option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the 
original purchaser, for one year any defective or malfunctioning part do to manufacturers defect. 
  This warranty applies to product used for personal, and not commercial or rental service. This warranty does 
not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters, belts, or brushes. Damage or malfunction 
caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with the User’s Guide is not covered.
BISSELL HOMECARE INC. IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL   
DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.   
BISSELL’S LIABILITY WILL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. 
*EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES   
EITHER ORAL OR WRITTEN. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE   
BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF   
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED   
TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS   
DESCRIBED ABOVE.