Bissell Vacuum Cleaner 57F4 User Manual

USER'S GUIDE  
57F4 SERIES 220-240V  
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Thank You  
Safety Instructions  
Product View  
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Assembly  
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Operations  
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Maintenance and Care  
Troubleshooting  
Replacement Parts  
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11  
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Additional Accessories  
Warranty  
Consumer Services  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using an electrical appliance,  
basic precautions should be observed,  
including the following:  
Not intended for use by persons (including chil-  
dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental  
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl-  
edge, 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.)  
Read all instRuctions  
befoRe using steam & sWeep.  
Always connect to a properly Earthed outlet.  
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before  
conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.  
WaRning:  
to  
Do not modify the Earthed 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 inter-  
nal 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  
reduce the risk of fire, electric  
shock, or injury:  
Use indoors only  
Do not immerse  
Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning  
process  
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 expose to rain, store indoors  
Liquid or steam must not be directed towards  
equipment containing electrical components  
Pay close attention when working around children  
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  
saVe tHese  
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 materi-  
als (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc.) or use in  
the presence of explosive liquids or vapours  
instRuctions.  
ThIS moDEL IS foR hoUSEhoLD USE  
oNLY.  
WaRning:  
This  
appliance must be Earthed  
.
The symbol  
means WARNING:  
Danger of scalding.  
Surface may be hot. Avoid contact.  
impoRtant  
foR  
oPERATIoN oN A 220-240 VoLT A.C.  
50/60 hz PoWER SUPPLY oNLY.  
Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled  
with vapours given off by oil base paint, paint  
thinner, some moth proofing substances, flam-  
mable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapours  
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 car-  
rier 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.  
Remove plug from electrical outlet before  
cleaning or maintaining the appliance  
Do not run appliance over supply cord. A  
hazard may occur if the appliance runs  
over the supply cord  
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Product view  
Handle  
Power  
Cord  
Brush Switch  
Power Switch  
Quick Release™  
Cord Wrap  
Water Tank  
Filter  
Ready Light  
Dirt Bin  
Release Pedal  
Maneuverable  
Swivel Head  
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Assembly  
Your steam & sweep assembles  
quickly and easily. the only tool you  
will need for assembly is a phillips  
head screwdriver.  
Your steam & sweep is packaged with  
the following items:  
Handle assembly  
lower body with Water purification  
system  
maneuverable swivel Head  
Removable Water tank  
1 large phillips Head screw  
1 small phillips Head screw  
2 mop pads  
attach handle to steam & sweep  
1. Attach lower body to maneuverable  
swivel head (If your Steam & Sweep  
came with the swivel head already  
assembled to the body, you may skip  
this step).  
1.  
2.  
2. Secure maneuverable swivel head with  
small Phillips head screw. Tighten until  
secure.  
3. Slide handle assembly down into lower  
body until it will go no further.  
3.  
4.  
4. Secure the handle by placing the large  
Phillips head screw through the screw  
opening in the lower body and into the  
rear of the handle assembly. Tighten with  
screwdriver until secure.  
5. Slide water tank onto lower body by  
lining up vertical glides and gently  
sliding tank into place.  
Steam & Sweep assembly is now complete.  
5.  
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Operations  
special features  
Removable water tank  
The water tank is located on the back of  
the Steam & Sweep. It can be refilled  
with water any time during use. Distilled  
or demineralized water is recommended  
in place of tap water.  
do not use chemicals with your  
steam & sweep.  
Water purification system  
This filter removes minerals and other  
impurities from tap water, preventing  
water deposits from damaging your Steam  
& Sweep. It should be replaced when the  
bright green grains turn blue. To maximize  
performance of the filter, distilled water  
should be used.  
Ready light  
The ready light will glow when water has  
been converted to steam and the Steam &  
Sweep is ready to use.  
steam on demand trigger  
Press to release steam.  
maneuverable swivel head  
Allows you to pick up dust and small  
debris while steam cleaning your floor.  
The maneuverable swivel head gets into  
tight spaces and under cabinets.  
Washable mop pads  
Reusable microfiber mop pad is machine  
washable and safe for all hard floor  
surfaces.  
Tip:  
To prevent damage to the  
machine, do not attempt to use  
your Steam & Sweep without  
water in the tank.  
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Operations  
getting ready  
2a.  
1. The mop pad may have already come  
attached to the swivel head. If not, attach  
mop pad to swivel head using the Velcro  
strips.  
2. fill the water tank.  
a. Remove the tank by lifting straight up  
and away from the unit.  
b. Unscrew the cap at the bottom of  
the water tank and remove the insert  
assembly.  
2b.  
2d.  
c. fill the water tank with water. for  
best results, water should be at room  
temperature.  
d. Replace the insert assembly and cap,  
tighten until snug.  
e. Replace the water tank by lining up  
the vertical guides and gently sliding it  
back into place.  
2e.  
3. Twist the quick release cord wrap  
clockwise to unwrap the power cord  
completely, make sure both switches are  
in the "off" position and plug it into a  
proper outlet.  
4. Turn power button on. The ready light will  
illuminate when the Steam & Sweep is  
ready for use.  
WaRning:  
Steam & Sweep will not  
pick up crayons, marbles,  
and other large objects.  
note: upon first use of the steam  
& sweep or first use of a new filter,  
the pump may make a “knock-  
ing” sound while the filter fills  
with water. this sound is normal  
and may last a couple of minutes.  
continue to depress the trigger until  
the knocking sound subsides and  
the unit emits steam. if the sound  
continues, please make sure the  
tanks are firmly secured.”  
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Operations  
before you clean  
1.  
2.  
the steam & sweep can be used  
as a sweeper and a steam mop  
at the same time. for best results,  
use the steam & sweep's powerful  
sweeper to clear floor of dust and  
small debris before mopping.  
Power Switch  
Brush Switch  
1. Turn the brush switch to the on ( i )  
position to activate the brush.  
Dirt Bin  
Release Pedal  
2. To empty the dirt container, turn the  
power off, gently tap the release  
pedal on the swivel head. Lift unit  
straight up leaving bin on floor and  
empty into a trash can. The dirt con-  
tainer may be warm to the touch.  
3. Replace the dirt container by  
pushing it back into the swivel head  
until it snaps back into place.  
steam cleaning hard floors  
WaRning:  
Never put descaling  
Your steam & sweep is designed to  
clean hard flooring such as ceramic  
tile, vinyl, marble, stone and sealed  
hard wood floors. use of your  
steam & sweep on waxed or some  
unwaxed floors may result in a  
diminished glossiness. the steam &  
sweep is not for use on unsealed  
wood floors. ensure that the steam  
& sweep is throughly tested in an  
inconspicuous area prior to clean-  
ing a large floor area. also be sure  
to check the care instructions from  
your flooring manufacturer.  
aromatic, alcoholic, or  
detergent products into  
the steam cleaner, as this  
may damage it or make it  
unsafe for use.  
Tip:  
The Steam & Sweep may be  
used as both a steam mop and a  
sweeper at the same time.  
1. When the ready light illuminates,  
begin cleaning by slowly passing  
over the surface while pressing the  
steam on demand trigger to emit  
steam as needed.  
caution:  
The Steam & Sweep  
generates hot steam, so  
when depressing the trigger  
to apply steam, ensure the  
Steam & Sweep is mov-  
ing continuously. Prolonged  
application of steam in one  
area increases the risk of  
damage to the surface  
2. To sanitize an area of your floor,  
(attack invisible germs and bacteria)  
leave the Steam & Sweep over the  
area for a minimum of 15 seconds  
using continuous steam, but no longer  
than 20 seconds. for larger areas,  
overlap swivel head placement.  
3. When the Steam & Sweep stops  
emitting steam, turn the unit off.  
Simply remove the water tank, refill,  
and continue cleaning.  
treatment of timber floors.  
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Maintenance and care  
When you’re done  
1. make sure both power switches are  
in the off (o)position. Unplug power  
cord from outlet.  
2. Carefully remove mop pad from  
swivel head, as mop pad and lower  
assembly will be hot.  
3. Any water remaining in the water  
tank should be emptied prior to  
machine storage.  
4. mop pad can be machine washed in  
warm water with mild detergent. Do  
not use bleach or fabric softeners. for  
best results, air dry.  
5. Wrap power cord around quick  
release cord wrap on side of Steam &  
Sweep.  
6. Wipe all surfaces of Steam & Sweep  
with a soft cloth. Store upright in a  
protected, dry area.  
caution:  
Upright storage of the  
Steam & Sweep with a wet  
mop pad may result in the  
formation of white marks  
on your floor. To remove  
the white marks, clean area  
with vinegar.  
note: if steam output is reduced,  
the nozzle may be blocked. to  
remedy, unplug the unit, remove  
the swivel head from the lower  
body and pour vinegar through  
the center tube of the swivel  
head “neck”. clear the nozzle  
by inserting a paper clip into the  
brass spray tip located in the  
bottom of the lower body.  
Replacing the water purification system  
if you fill your steam & sweep cleaner  
with normal tap water, it is essential to  
Tip:  
water will maximize the  
performance of your filter.  
check the filter and replace it when it  
is no longer effective. change the filter  
Using distilled or demineralized  
when the bright green grains turn blue.  
if the filter is not changed at the appro-  
priate time, calcium deposits will accu-  
mulate on the heating element, causing  
damage or reduced performance.  
to replace the filter, pull it up and  
away from the steam & sweep.  
Tip:  
using distilled or demineralized  
water will maximize the  
performance of your filter.  
to order a replacement filter, refer  
to the replacement parts section on  
page 10.  
Be sure to use only a BISSELL  
water filter in your Steam &  
Sweep.  
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Troubleshooting  
Reduced steam or no steam  
possible causes  
Remedies  
1. Water tank is empty  
2. Depleted water filter  
3. Blocked steam nozzle  
1. fill water tank  
2. Replace filter  
3. Refer to note in the middle of page 9.  
other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be  
performed by an authorized service representative.  
thank you for selecting a bissell product.  
note: there are no serviceable parts in the upper housing of this product.  
please do not return this product to the store.  
Replacement parts - BISSELL Steam & Sweep  
Item  
1
Part No.  
218-5600  
Part Name  
Water filter  
2
3
4
203-2246  
203-2243  
203-2168  
handle assembly with screw  
Water tank with cap and insert  
Storage hook with screws  
1
2
3
4
Additional accessories  
item  
part no.  
55m3-E  
part name  
1
microfiber mop pads – 2 pack  
1
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Warranty - BISSELL Steam & Sweep  
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 Two 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 two years 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.  
For UK inquiries:  
For Australian inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
Friday  
9 am — 4 pm  
BISSELL AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED  
42 Roco Drive  
BISSELL homecare (Overseas) Inc.  
Ground Floor  
Scoresby 3179  
226 Berwick Avenue  
Slough  
Victoria  
Australia  
Berkshire, SL1 4QT  
United Kingdom  
Telephone: 1-800-811-183  
Telephone: 0844-888-6644  
For South African inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
For New Zealand inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
Tevo (Pty) Ltd.  
PO Box 25234  
Parex Industries LTD.  
5 Tolich Place  
Gateway 4321  
South Africa  
Henderson 0610  
Auckland  
Telephone: +27 (0) 86-177-8888  
New Zealand  
Telephone: 0800-247-735  
For all other inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 8 am — 4 pm  
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.  
PO Box 1888  
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49501 USA  
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451  
Fax: 01-616-453-1383  
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 TWO YEAR DURATION FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.  
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BISSELL consumer services  
If your BISSELL product should require service:  
Call BISSELL Consumer Services at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a  
BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. If you have questions about your warranty or  
need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.  
For UK inquiries:  
For Australian inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
Friday  
9 am — 4 pm  
BISSELL AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED  
42 Roco Drive  
BISSELL homecare (Overseas) Inc.  
Ground Floor  
Scoresby 3179  
226 Berwick Avenue  
Slough  
Victoria  
Australia  
Berkshire, SL1 4QT  
United Kingdom  
Telephone: 1-800-811-183  
Telephone: 0844-888-6644  
For South African inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
For New Zealand inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 9 am — 5 pm  
Tevo (Pty) Ltd.  
PO Box 25234  
Parex Industries LTD.  
5 Tolich Place  
Gateway 4321  
South Africa  
Henderson 0610  
Auckland  
Telephone: +27 (0) 86-177-8888  
New Zealand  
Telephone: 0800-247-735  
For all other inquiries:  
Monday - Friday 8 am — 4 pm  
BISSELL Homecare, Inc.  
PO Box 1888  
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49501 USA  
Telephone: 01-616-453-4451  
Fax: 01-616-453-1383  
Or visit the BISSELL website - www.bissell.com  
When contacting BISSELL, have model number of cleaner available.  
Please record your Model Number: ___________________  
Please record your Purchase Date: ___________________  
NOTE: Please keep your original sales receipt. It  
provides proof of purchase date in the event of a  
warranty claim. See Warranty on page 15 for details.  
©2011 BISSELL Homecare, Inc  
Grand Rapids, Michigan  
All rights reserved. Printed in China  
Part Number 120-4370  
Rev 6/11  
Visit our website at:  
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