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Models 1691 and 1696

Assembly

Operation

Safety

Storage

SmartClean

®

System

Advanced motor system for more 
cleaning power

Floating brush suspension adjusts 
to all floor surfaces

Tool for above floor cleaning

User’s Guide

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL POWERSTEAMER

®

Upright Deep Cleaner. Everything we know about floor care
went into the design and construction of this complete, 
high-tech home cleaning system.

Your POWERSTEAMER

®

is well made, and we back it

with a full 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 POWERSTEAMER.

®

Thanks again, from

all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

Thanks for buying a BISSELL POWERSTEAMER

® 

Upright Deep Cleaner.

Summary of Contents for POWERSTEAMER 1691

Page 1: ...e cleaning system Your POWERSTEAMER is well made and we back it with a full 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 ho...

Page 2: ...nce basic precautions should be observed including the following Read all instructions before using your POWERSTEAMER 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 only see grounding instructions Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting...

Page 3: ...3 Bolt and Nut 2 Power Cord Back View Lower Chassis Handle Assembly 1 2 Lower Cord Holder Upper Cord Holder ...

Page 4: ...omponents the Lower Chassis and the Handle Assembly The only thing you will need to assemble your cleaner is a Phillips head screwdriver This User s Guide has been designed to help you get maximum satisfaction from your POWERSTEAMER Upright Deep Cleaner You ll find assembly instructions for all cleaning tasks safety precautions pre cleaning tips and maintenance and troubleshooting instructions Ple...

Page 5: ... 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 furniture legs until floor dries completely How to begin Deep cleaning carpet 1 Check manufacturer s tag before cleaning W or WS on the ...

Page 6: ...back and forth over carpet surface one time while depressing Trigger Do not overwet 4 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 Dirty Water Tank Assembly when dirty water reaches the fill line 8 If the machine loses suction and or motor noise rises in pitch...

Page 7: ...nstructions page 2 If cleaner starts when first plugged in switch off until ready for use Getting ready 1 Slowly move Cleaning Tool back and forth over soiled surface first using spray only then spray and vacuum finishing with vacuum only 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 rise...

Page 8: ...cuum not picking up cleaning solution Possible Causes Remedies Loose Triangle Cap Check cap and snap securely into Dirty Water Tank Assembly Dirty Water Tank Assembly Check Tank for proper alignment and not aligned secured secure with side latches Flex Hose Assembly not secure Check fit of Hose at Vacuum Port connections Poor Tool position Adjust angle apply more downward pressure Dirty Water Tank...

Page 9: ...ank Triangle Cap 7 010 7055 Dirty Water Tank Drain Cap 8 603 7075 Bolts and Nuts 2 each 9 010 9200 Flex Hose Assembly 10 603 4650 Flex Hose Hanger 9 3 8 2 6 Part numbers and descriptions 5 1 NOTE To order replacement parts or to order parts not originally included in your POWERSTEAMER model call BISSELL Consumer Services 1 800 237 7691 Monday Friday 8 a m 7 p m EST Saturday 9 a m 2 p m EST Visit o...

Page 10: ...c upon receipt of the product will repair or replace free of charge any part which is defective or malfunctioning within one year of purchase to the original purchaser provided the product is used for personal and not commercial or rental service Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence abuse or use not in accordance with the User s Guide will not be covered This warranty does not cover parts ...

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