Bissell 2090-c Manual

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QuickSteamer
® 
USER’S GUIDE
1770/1970 SERIES QUICKSTEAMER 
2080 SERIES QUICKSTEAMER POWERBRUSH
 
2090 SERIES QUICKSTEAMER MULTISURFACE 
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We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL QuickSteamer Lightweight deep clean-
er. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construc-
tion of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your QuickSteamer 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 QuickSteamer  .
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer
Thanks for buying a BISSELL QuickSteamer®
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precau-
tions should be observed, including the following: 
Read all instructions before using your QUICKSTEAMER
® 
   WARNING: To reduce the risk 
of fire, electric shock, or injury:
■
 Do not immerse. 
■
 Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process. 
■
 Always connect to a properly grounded outlet.
See Grounding Instructions.
■
 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before 
conducting maintenance or troubleshooting. 
■
 Do not leave machine when it is plugged in.
■
 Do not service machine when it is plugged in.
■
 Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■
 If appliance is not working as it should, has been 
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, 
have it repaired at an authorized Service Center.
■
 Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. 
■
 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 
the 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, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the 
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
■
 Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled 
with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thin-
ner, some moth proofing substances, flammable 
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
■
 Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, 
drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).
■
 Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.
■
 Do not allow to be used as a toy.
■
 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. See the Cleaning 
Fluid section of this guide.
■
 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.■
 Close attention is necessary when used by 
or near children.
WARNING: The Power Cord on this product contains 
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to 
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
 
SAVE THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 
Commercial use of this unit voids the 
manufacturer’s warranty.
GROUNDING 
INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be connected to a grounded 
wiring system. If it should malfunction or break 
down, grounding provides a safe path of least 
resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of 
electrical shock. The cord for this appliance has an 
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding 
plug. It must only be plugged into an outlet that is 
properly installed and grounded in accordance with 
all 
local codes and ordinances.
 
    
WARNING: Improper 
connection of the equipment-grounding 
conductor can result in a risk of electrical 
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or 
service person if you aren’t sure if the 
outlet is properly grounded. DO NOT MODIFY 
THE PLUG. If it will not fit the outlet, have 
a proper outlet installed by a qualified 
electrician. This appliance is designed for 
use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has 
a grounding attachment plug that looks 
like the plug in the drawing above. Make 
certain that the appliance is connected to 
an outlet having the same configuration as 
the plug. No plug adapter should be used 
with this appliance.
Grounded
Outlets
Grounding Pin
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Spray Trigger
BISSELL Formulas:
Clean Water/
Solution Tank
48 oz. Fiber 
Cleansing Formula™ 
with Scotchgard™ 
Protector
48 oz. Multi- 
Allergen Removal™ Formula™ with 
Scotchgard™ 
Protector
48 oz. Pet Odor 
and Soil Removal™ 
Formula with 
Scotchgard™ 
Protector
22 oz. 
Tough Stain 
PreCleaner
™
32 oz. 
Hard Floor 
Solutions
™
48 oz. BISSELL
Natural Orange 
Extract Formula 
with 
Scotchgard
™ 
Protector
Large Easy 
Rolling WheelsPower 
SwitchDetent 
LeverQuick Release 
Cord Wrap™
Power Cord
Lower Cord 
WrapHandle 
Assembly
Upper Body
Lower Body
Vent Cover 
(Containing 
Foam Filter)
Collection 
Tank
Collection Tank Latch
Removable Nozzle
These items are available for purchase with your model. To order replacement parts or additional tools or 
formulas, please refer to page 11.
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This User’s Guide has been designed to help you 
get the utmost satisfaction from your BISSELL 
QuickSteamer Lightweight Deep Cleaner. You’ll 
find assembly and operating instructions, safety 
precautions, as well as maintenance and 
troubleshooting instructions. Please read this 
Guide thoroughly before assembling your 
Deep Cleaner. 
Pay particular attention to the product diagram, assembly 
instructions, and part names. Locate and organize all parts 
before assembly. Familiarize yourself with the parts and 
where they go. Following this User’s Guide will greatly 
enhance your ability to get the most performance from your 
BISSELL QuickSteamer for many years.
Your
 QuickSteamer comes in three, easy to 
assemble components: 
Handle assembly
Upper Handle assembly
Clean/Solution Tank
3 Screws 
The only thing you will need to assemble your cleaner is 
a Phillips head        screwdriver.
1.  Slide Upper Body into Lower Body. 
2. Secure with Screws.
3. Slide Strain Reliever Handle down into Upper 
Body until it will go no further.
4. Secure with Screw.
5. Place Clean/Solution Tank on back of unit.
Clean/Solution Tank - holds 1/2-gallon of hot 
water and cleaning solution.
Collection Tank - holds 1/2-gallon of dirty water.
Power Cord - for storage, wrap Power Cord 
around Upper and Lower Cord Wraps, and secure 
plug to Cord with molded clip.
How to Use this Guide
Assembling Your QuickSteamer
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Special Features 
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							1.  Plan activities to give carpet time to dry.
2.  Remove easily moved furniture (chairs, lamps, 
coffee/cocktail tables, etc.) from room if needed.
3.  Vacuum carpet thoroughly.
4.  Decide where to begin — and end — your job. 
Clean in 3’ X 4’ sections, starting in areas farthest 
from exit. Plan to leave a path open to empty 
soiled water and refill cleaner.
5.  Carpeting will dry in three to four hours, depending 
on carpet style and air circulation in room. A floor 
fan speeds drying.
6.  Replace furniture on damp carpeting by placing 
waxed paper under legs until floor dries completely.
1.  Remove the Clean/Solution Tank by lifting it 
straight up, then away from the Lower Body.
2.  Unscrew the black cap at the bottom of the 
Clean/Solution Tank.
3.  Add one of the BISSELL Advanced Cleaning formu-
las for Deep Cleaning machines to the formula fill 
line on the Clean/Solution tank. Fill the rest of the 
tank with hot (not boiling) tap water to the water 
fill line. Replace and tighten the black cap.  
4.  Place Clean/Solution Tank on Lower Body.
5.  Rotate Quick Release Cord Wrap™ to release the 
Power Cord and plug into an outlet.
Pre-treat stubborn stains and highly soiled 
carpet in hallways and other high-traffic areas.
1.
  Using BISSELL Tough Stain pre-cleaner, generously 
spray evenly over soiled area, do not overwet carpet. 
2.  Wait 3 -5 minutes before deep cleaning.
How to Use Your BISSELL QuickSteamer
Before You Clean
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Fill the Tank
Pre-Treating
Tip:
Always vacuum thoroughly before 
you deep clean. If possible, move 
large furniture to an area you will 
not be cleaning.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, 
use only BISSELL Cleaning 
Formulas for Deep Cleaning 
Machines. Use of cleaning 
formulas that contain lemon 
or pine oil may damage this 
appliance and void warranty. 
Chemical spot cleaners or 
solvent-based soil removers 
should not be used. These 
products may react with the 
plastic materials used in your 
QuickSteamer, causing 
cracking or pitting.
Tip:
Deep cleaning 
spots, spills and 
high traffic areas 
on a regular basis 
can prolong 
carpet life.
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							1.  With your foot, press the red Power Switch 
[located in foot of unit] ON.
2.  With foot, press the Detent Lever on right side of 
Lower Body.
3.  Depress Spray Trigger to spray cleaning solution. 
Do not overwet.
4.  To suction up water, repeat motion over same 
area without depressing Trigger.
5.  Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until no more dirt can 
be removed.
6.  Continue to clean entire carpet, working in 
3’ x 4’ sections.
7.  Empty the Collection Tank when dirty water reaches 
the full line, or when the Clean/Solution Tank is 
empty. See page 8 for instructions.
8.  If Floor Nozzle stops spraying, turn Power Switch 
OFF and check water and cleaning solution levels. 
Refill if needed.
1.  Attach Hard Floor Tool to Unit. 
2.  Remove the Collection Tank (refer to #3a and b in 
the Routine Maintenance section on page 8)
A. For 1770/1970 series it is necessary to 
remove the Cross Action Brush first.
  Using your thumbs squeeze the 2 grey tabs 
towards the outside of the unit. Push down 
at the same time and release the Cross 
Action Brush.
3.  Attach the Hard Floor Tool by hooking it into the 
front of the removable nozzle and swinging it 
down until the tabs pop into place.
4.  Replace the Collection Tank. Be sure to attach the 
2 latches.
5.  Fill Clean/Solution Tank with BISSELL Hard Floor 
Solutions™ to FORMULA fill line.
6.  Fill Clean/Solution Tank with hot (not boiling) tap 
water to the WATER fill line.
7.  Follow steps 1-8 in Deep Cleaning section above.
Carpet Cleaning
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Tip:
It is recommended 
that every time your 
Clean/Solution Tank is 
emptied of solution that 
you empty the contents 
of the Collection Tank. If 
the Collection Tank gets 
too full, you may begin 
to see foam 
spitting out of the vent 
cover. When this 
happens you will know 
it is time to empty the 
Collection Tank.
Hard Floor Cleaning
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Cleaning Fluid Section
48 oz. BISSELL
Fiber Cleansing 
Formula
™ 
with 
Scotchgard™ 
Protector
item # 0710A
48 oz. BISSELL
Multi-Allergen 
Removal
™ Formula 
with Scotchgard™ 
Protector
item # 0720A
48 oz. BISSELL
Pet Odor and Soil 
Removal
™ Formula 
with Scotchgard™ 
Protector
item # 0730A
48 oz. BISSELL
Natural Orange 
Extract Formula 
with 
Scotchgard
™ 
Protector
item # 0740
 WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Fire 
and Electric Shock due to 
internal component damage, 
use only BISSELL cleaning 
fluids intended for use with 
the deep cleaner. Non-
BISSELL cleaning solutions 
may harm the machine and 
void the warranty.
32 oz. BISSELL
Hard Floor Solutions
item # 0484
Routine Maintenance
When Youre Done
CAUTION: Do not store unit 
where freezing may 
occur. Damage to 
internal components 
may result.
CLEAN
AFTER 
EACH USE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury 
from moving parts and/or 
electrical shock, turn Power 
Switch OFF and disconnect 
plug from electrical outlet 
before performing maintenance 
or troubleshooting checks.
Dirty lift by handle
a.b.
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Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL Fiber Cleansing 
Formula™ on hand so you can clean and protect 
whenever it fits your schedule. Always use 
genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas.
1.
  Turn Power Switch OFF.
2.  Unplug Power Cord from outlet.
3.  Remove and empty Collection Tank.
a.
 Release Collection Tank latches [1 each side] by 
pulling up from bottom of latch and then out. 
b. Carefully lift Collection Tank from Lower Body. 
c. Carry Collection Tank to a toilet or sink. To 
empty, pour out contents  using opening at 
back of Tank.
d. Rinse Collection Tank thoroughly. 
e. Remove lint and hair from Red Gasket in base 
of unit. (Do not remove gasket)
4.  Clean Nozzle Window by lifting latch and removing 
from machine. Rinse under running water. When 
finished replace Nozzle and secure with latch.
5.  Replace Collection Tank on Lower Body and 
secure with latches.
6.  Wrap Power Cord around Quick Release Cord 
Wrap™ on side of QUICKSTEAMER®.
7.  Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth. Store cleaner 
upright in a protected, dry area.
NOTE: You may have cleaning solution 
remaining in the Clean/Solution Tank. You 
may store your QuickSteamer this way 
for the next cleaning task, but never keep 
soiled solution in the Collection Tank.
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							*QuickSteamer PowerBrush models only
1.
  Turn the machine off and unplug from wall outlet.
2.  Remove Clean/Solution and Collection Tanks.
3.  Lie machine down to access the bottom of 
the machine.
4.  With a Phillips head screwdriver,      unscrew the 
Brush Cover and remove.
5.  Remove the Brush End Cap and remove belt 
from brush.
6.  Brush can now be removed.
7.  Belt can be removed by sliding off the Motor Pulley.
8.  Clean or replace belt.  Attach belt to Motor pulley 
and brush, insert brush into right side End Cap.
9.  Reattach the left End Cap and slide brush back 
into place.
10.  Replace the brush cover and screw into place.   
To Install the Replacement Brush Belt
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Brush Cover45
765a
1098
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Troubleshooting
Reduced Spray Or No Spray.
Possible Causes Remedies
1. Clean Tank empty 1.  Refill Tank with water 
     and formula
Deep Cleaner Not Picking Up Cleaning Solution.
Possible Causes Remedies
1.  Collection Tank not aligned/secured 1.  Check Tank proper alignment 
        and secure with side latches
2. Dirty Tank full 2. Empty Tank
3.  Removeable Nozzle installed improperly  3.  Align four hooks into bottom 
        first, then snap into place on top
Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.
If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operations, call 1-800-237-7691
Please do not return this product to the store
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 your Purchase Date:  ___________________
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It provides proof of date of purchase in the event 
of a warranty claim. See Warranty on page 12 for details.  
BISSELL Consumer Services
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