Bissell 1690 J Manual

Models 1690 and 1695
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Assembly
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Operation
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Safety
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Storage
SmartCleanTM
System
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Multi-motor system for more 
cleaning power
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SmartMixTM
automatically adjusts
formula to specific cleaning need
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Floating brush suspension adjusts 
to all floor surfaces
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floor cleaningUser’s GuideWe’re glad you purchased a BISSELLP O W E R S T E A M E R™
Upright Deep Cleaner. Everything we know about floor care
went into the design and construction of this complete, 
high-tech home cleaning...

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Use only manufacturer’s recommended 
attachments
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Use only cleaning products formulated by 
BISSELL for use in this appliance
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Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.
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Keep appliance on a level surface
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Turn off all controls before unplugging
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Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord
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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs
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Pay close attention when working around 
children
S AVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be connected...

5.3 Spraying 
Crevice 
ToolBolt and Nut 
(2)
Power 
Cord4.
Upholstery/
Carpet Tool3.
Flex Hose
Assembly
Back ViewLower
Chassis Handle
Assembly1.2. Upper Hose
RackLower 
Hose 
RackLower
Cord
HolderUpper
Cord
Holder 

41.2.3.4.5.Handle Assembly.Slide Handle Assembly (with
attached Hose Rack/Cord Holder) down onto Lower
Chassis until it will go no further. Secure by placing
two (2) Phillips Head         bolts into front of Handle
Assembly and into hex nuts at back of Lower Chassis
unit, as shown.
Power Cord.  Wrap Power Cord around upper and
lower Cord Holders, and secure Plug to Cord with
molded clip.
NOTE:Your POWERSTEAMERTM
features a Cord
Quick-Release. To easily release Power Cord, rotate
upper Cord Holder and...

5Index
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . .2
Product view . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How to put it together . . . . . . .4
How to begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Deep cleaning carpet . . . . . .6-7
Cleaning upholstery 
& small areas . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Cleaning bare floors . . . . .10-11
Putting it away . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .12
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . ....

6How to deep clean carpet
Getting ready
1.Unfasten the Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly by lifting
from the bottom with your fingers. 
2.Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding it up the
Handle Assembly until it comes free.
3.Take Clean Water Tank to sink area, remove Clean Water
Tank Cap and fill Tank with hot (NOT boiling) tap water 
to fill line. Replace Cap securely.
4.Remove SmartMixTM
Formula Tank Assembly from Clean
Water Tank Assembly by grasping bottom with fingers and
sliding it out....

7 When you’re done
1.Turn Power Switch to OFF (O) position.
2.Unplug Power Cord from outlet.
3.Remove and empty Clean Water Tank Assembly.
4.Press Release Pedal and tip Handle Assembly back with
Handle Assembly.
5.Release Dirty Water Tank Latch Assembly at bottom of
Lower Chassis.
6.Carefully lift Dirty Water Tank Assembly from Lower
Chassis using Carry Handle Assembly.
7.Carry Tank to a toilet or sink, turn Circular Cap at back of
unit counterclockwise to open, and pour to empty.
8.Fill Dirty Water Tank...

1.Unfasten the Clean Water Tank Assembly by lifting from
the bottom with your fingers.
2.Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding it up the
Handle Assembly until it comes free.
3.Remove Flex Hose Assembly from back of unit.
4.Tip Handle Assembly back by pressing Release Pedal 
on left side of Lower Chassis and pulling back on 
Handle Assembly.
5.Lift Dirty Water Tank Triangle Lid by pulling back on rear
latch with finger.
6.Place triangle-shaped end of Flex Hose Assembly in Dirty
Water Tank Triangle...

1.Slowly move Upholstery/Carpet Tool back and
forth over soiled surface, first using spray only,
then spray and vacuum, finishing with 
vacuum only.
NOTE:  Use the Spraying Crevice Tool [optional
on some models] to spray cleaning solution and
remove soil from areas too small to be reached
with the Upholstery/Carpet To o l .
2.Continue to clean soiled area, working in
small sections, until no more dirt can be
removed. Do not overwet.
3.If the machine loses suction and/or motor
noise rises in pitch, turn...

10How to clean bare floors
Getting ready
NOTE: Your POWERSTEAMERTM
is not recommended for 
cleaning wood floors.
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Use only BISSELLFloor Cleansing FormulaTM
on
no-wax floors. Never use BISSELL Fiber Cleansing
FormulaTM
or other carpet cleaners on bare floors.
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Sweep before starting.
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Remove old wax before cleaning.
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Leave an exit path.
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Allow at least 1/2 hour drying time.
1.Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly and Dirty Water 
Tank Assembly.
2.Tip POWERSTEAMERTM
back for easier access to Nozzle....