Bissell 1697 User Manual page 10

Normal Cleaning Continued
After cleaning, you may want to turn the SmartMix
6.
Only to give your carpeting a final rinse. This will insure
thorough removal of embedded dirt loosened by the Fiber
Cleansing Formula.
contains an anti-resoiling agent that helps your carpets repel
dirt and keeps them looking clean longer. If you choose to rinse
your carpets. you may want to apply BISSELL Carpet Protector
after rinsing. Follow the label instructions.
When the cleaning job is complete refer to the
7.
Maintenance/Storage section on page 12.
How To Clean Upholstery and Small Areas
Important - Check Upholstery Tags
Check manufacturer's tag before cleaning. "W" or "WS" on the tag
1.
means you can use your PowerSteamer
with "X" or "S" (with a diagonal strike through), or says "Dry Clean
Only," do not proceed. Do not use on velvet or silk. If manufacturer's
tag is missing or not coded, check with your furniture dealer.
Check for colorfastness in an inconspicuous place.
2.
If possible, check upholstery stuffing. Colored stuffing may
3.
bleed through fabric when wet.
Plan activities to give upholstery time to dry.
4.
Vacuum thoroughly to pick up loose debris and pet hair. Use a
5.
vacuum with a brush attachment and a crevice tool to clean in
fabric folds and tufts.
Machine Preparation
Set up the machine following the instructions on pages 5-8.
1.
Use Fiber Cleansing Formula™ in the SmartMix
2.
Set the ReadyTools
3.
Set SmartMix
4.
Cleaning Technique
Choose the 4" Small Area Tool, the Tough Stain Brush, or the
1.
Spraying Crevice Tool and connect to the flex hose.
Plug into a proper outlet and turn the Power switch ON.
2.
While pressing the trigger, slowly move the spraying tool back
3.
and forth over the soiled surface. Release the trigger to vacuum
soiled water.
Continue to clean the soiled area, working in small sections,
4.
until no more dirt can be removed.Caution: Do not overwet.
When the cleaning job is complete refer to the Storage section
5.
for machine cleanup and storage instructions on page 14.
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™ BISSELL Fiber Cleansing Formula
®
™ dial to Tools or PreTreat.
® to Normal.
® to Water
™
Pro.™ If the tag is coded
® tank.
Manufacturer's Tag
Tip:
Deep cleaning carpeting
and upholstery regularly
can reduce dust and
allergens in your home.
Tip:
Try pre-treati n g
stai r s or entry ways
wi t h BISSELL
Tough Stai n
PreCl e aner ™ .Then
deep cl e an wi t h
SmartMi x ® di a l set
to High Traffic.