Bissell 1720 Little Green Portable Deep Cleaner User Guide

Bissell 1720 Little Green Portable Deep Cleaner

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: Bissell 1721
• Series: 1720 – 1725
• Warranty: Full one-year warranty

Product Features:

• Portable Deep Cleaner
• Designed for homecare use
• Backed by knowledgeable Consumer Services department

Safety Instructions:

1. Always connect to a polarized outlet
2. Unplug when not in use or before maintenance
3. Avoid using outdoors or on wet surfaces

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Read the entire User’s Guide before using the vacuum cleaner.
2. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
3. Avoid using the deep cleaner with a damaged cord or plug.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How often should I clean the filters?

A: The filters should be cleaned regularly, ideally after every few uses, to maintain optimal performance.

Q: Can I use the deep cleaner on upholstery?

A: Yes, the deep cleaner can be used on upholstery. Follow the instructions in the User's Guide for best results.

Q: What should I do if the deep cleaner stops working?

A: If the deep cleaner is not working properly, has been damaged, or dropped into water, it is recommended to return it to a service center for inspection and repair.

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Little Green Portable Deep Cleaner

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Little Green® Portable Deep Cleaner. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this handy, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your Little Green 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 Little Green.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (the left slot is wider than the right). Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance.

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
• Do not leave the deep cleaner unattended when it is plugged in.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not use it outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow children to operate the deep cleaner or use it as a toy.
• Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not use it for any purpose other than described in this User’s Guide.
• Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use a damaged cord or plug.
• If the appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle deep cleaner or plug with wet hands.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
• Always turn off the deep cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the motorized nozzle.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging the deep cleaner.
• Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
• Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use them in the presence of explosive liquids or vapors.
• Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
• Do not use deep cleaner in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
• Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without a dust bag and/or filters in place.
• Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
• Keep the appliance on a level surface.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

This model is for household use only.

WARNING:

• Do not use this product while on any type of ladder. Do not place the product in a place where it will be stepped on or kicked while in use. Do not place the product on an elevated surface where it may be pulled off the surface while in use.
• WARNING:
  Do not use an extension cord with this product. The use of an extension cord may result in a severe electrical shock, particularly if the extension cord does not have an electrical rating higher than that of the product if the extension cord does not have a three-prong grounding plug and connector, and if the extension cord is not plugged into a circuit box with a ground fault circuit interrupter. Safety precautions such as keeping all connections off the ground and dry will not eliminate the danger.

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How to use this guide

• This User’s Guide has been designed to help you get the utmost satisfaction from your BISSELL Little Green Portable 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 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 Little Green for many years.

WARNING:
Do Not plug in your deep cleaner until you have completely assembled it per the following instructions and are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.

Product Features

Solution Tank
The Solution Tank is the translucent tank at your right as you face the Little Green. Remove the Tank by grasping the indented handle and pulling it toward you, then tilting it out.

To Fill the Solution Tank

• Open the Solution Tank by pulling up on the round cap. Add BISSELL Little Green Formula to the FORMULA fill line (8-oz.) on the Solution Tank.
• NOTE: Your Little Green is shipped with an 8 oz. starter bottle of formula.
• Fill the Solution Tank with hot (NOT boiling) tap water to the WATER fill line.
• Replace the cap before placing the Solution Tank back into the unit.
• Replace the Solution Tank by pacing its bottom first into the cavity, then tilting it, pressing gently at the top until it snaps closed.

Collection Tank
The Collection Tank is the translucent tank at your left as you face the Little Green. It is removed and replaced on the unit just like the Solution Tank. Empty the Collection Tank after each use, when dirty water reaches the indicated maximum fill line, or as instructed in this User’s Guide.

• Vacuum Flex Hose with Grip/Trigger Unit
  Store in the on-board hose storage on the back of the Little Green. Cleaning tools are attached to the Grip/Trigger unit.

• Power Cord
  The cord, with a three-prong grounded plug, is stored in the On Board Cord Storage at the bottom of the Little Green.

Note:
Unwrap the Power Cord completely before operating the unit.

Built-in-heater
Not included with all models

• With the Little Green ProHeat, you can turn on, or leave off, the built-in heater, based on your cleaning needs.
• The Little Green ProHeats’ built-in heater will raise the water temperature for improved cleaning performance. To use Little Greens’ built-in heater, first turn the Power Switch ON and then turn the
• Heater Switch ON. Within 30 seconds, the Heat Indicator Light will illuminate, indicating the heater has reached the correct temperature.
• Begin using by depressing the Spray Trigger. Wait 5-10 seconds for the non-heated water and solution mixture to travel through the Flex Hose. After 5-10 seconds, the heated water and solution mixture is ready to be applied to carpet or upholstery.

WARNING:
Use only BISSELL Little Green formula in your cleaner. The use of cleaning formulas that contain lemon or pine oil may damage this appliance and void the warranty. Chemical spot cleaners or solvent-based soil removers should not be used. These products may react with the plastic materials used in your cleaner, causing cracking or pitting.

Specialized Cleaning Tools

Depending on which model you purchased, your Little Green may be equipped with one or more of these tools:

1. 4” wide Cleaning Tool (included with all models)-For cleaning carpet, upholstery and spot cleaning
2. Spraying Crevice Tool-For cleaning in tight areas
3. 6” wide Cleaning Tool-For larger areas
4. TurboBrush Cleaning Tool-Rotating brush for extra cleaning action for small areas, upholstery, and stairs To order optional tools not originally included with your Little Green see “Part Numbers and Descriptions,”.

Operations

How To Deep Clean Carpet or Upholstery

Getting Ready

1. Remove the Vacuum Flex Hose completely from the board Hose Storage.

2. Attach 4” Tool, TurboBrush or Crevice Tool to Grip Trigger Unit by pressing Tool onto Grip/Trigger Unit firmly, until the button snaps into the hole. Make certain the Tool is securely attached.

3. Unwrap the Power Cord completely from the board Cord Storage and plug it into the 1230 Volt, 60 Hz grounded outlet as described in Important Safety Instructions, page 3.

4. Turn the Power switch to the ON Position.
   Note: If your Little Green has a built-in heater, refer to the instructions.

5. Press and hold the Spray Trigger on the Grip/Trigger unit. The spray will start in a few seconds.

6. Raise the Tool slightly to check for spray. If the spray does not start, press firmly on the front of the Solution Tank while depressing the Spray Trigger.

Optional on some Little Green models. To order optional parts not originally included in your Little Green model, call BISSELL Consumer Services at the telephone number listed.

WARNING:
Be sure to unplug the cord before attaching the Turbobrush.

Pre-treating

1. Pre-treat stained or highly soiled areas: Hold the flex hose with the tool attached above the carpet or upholstery and pull the trigger to spray the cleaning solution.
2. Wait 3-5 minutes before cleaning.

Deep Cleaning

1. Place the tool directly on a soiled surface at arm’s length. Apply downward pressure on the tool and pull it toward you, while pulling the trigger to spray cleaning solution.
   Note: If using the TurboBrush, the switch should be in the “BRUSH” position. This activates the brush only.

2. Repeat, keeping the tool firmly against the surface. Continue until no more dirt can be removed. Do not overwet.
   Note: If using the Turbobrush, move the switch to the “SUCTION” position. This activates the suction to remove the dirt and cleaning solution. Move the switch back to the “BRUSH” position for additional brushing action. Do not overwet.

3. Release the spray trigger. Vacuum area until no more cleaning solution can be removed.
   Note: If using the Turbobrush, move the switch to the “SUCTION” position. This activates the suction to remove the dirt and cleaning solution.

4. If the tool stops spraying, turn OFF the Power Switch and check the cleaning solution level. Refill if needed. Never run dry.

Deep Cleaning Upholstery

1. Check the manufacturer’s tag before cleaning. “W” or “WS” on the tag means you can use your Little Green. If the tag is coded with an “S” (with diagonal strike-through), or says “Dry Clean Only,” do not proceed.
2. If the manufacturer’s tag is missing or not coded, check with your furniture dealer.
3. If possible, check the upholstery stuffing. Colored stuffing may bleed through the fabric when wet.

Tip:

• Deep cleaning stairs and high-traffic areas regularly can prolong carpet life.
• Check upholstery stuffing before cleaning. Colored stuffing may bleed through the fabric when wet.

When You’re Done

1. Turn the Power Switch to the OFF position.

2. Unplug the Power Cord from the outlet.

3. Remove and rinse the Solution Tank, then replace it.
   Note: If a significant amount of Little Green formula/water remains, you may leave it in the Solution Tank for your next cleaning task.

4. Remove the Collection Tank, fill it with clean water, rinse thoroughly, and discard, then replace.

5. Disconnect the tool from the Grip/Trigger unit by pushing down on the button lock and pulling straight off (Do NOT twist tools to remove them).

6. Once removed from the Vacuum/Flex Hose, the tools can be cleaned:
   4”, 6”, or Crevice tool-Rinse under clean running water.TurboBrush tool-switch must be in the “SUCTION” position. Rinse under clean running water.

7. Check the Spray Nozzle for accumulated dirt or debris. If necessary, clean with a soft bristle brush.

Tip:
Before turning off Little Green, vacuum up clean water to thoroughly rinse the Vacuum Hose. Then, lift the tool and point upwards. This allows any water still in the Hose to flow into the Collection Tank.

WARNING:
Keep your face away from the spray. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.

Storage

1. Wipe all surfaces with a soft cloth.
2. Wrap the Power Cord around the Onboard Cord Storage at the bottom of Little Green.
3. Wrap the Vacuum Flex Hose around the Onboard Hose Storage and secure the Grip/Trigger.
4. Store Cleaner in a protected, dry area, at room temperature (40º to 110ºF).

Note:
For Little Green TurboBrush Models, onboard storage for the TurboBrush Tool has been provided on the back of the unit. Attach the TurboBrush to the unit by pressing onto the holder firmly until the button snaps into the hole.

Troubleshooting

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts and/or electrical shock, turn the Power Switch OFF and disconnect the polarized plug from the electrical outlet before performing troubleshooting checks.

BISSELL Customer Service

For information about repairs or replacement parts, or questions about your warranty, call:

BISSELL Customer Service

• 1-800-263-2535
  Monday – Friday 8 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. EST

• Or write:
  BISSELL Ltd. ATTN: Consumer Services Box 1003 Niagara Fall, Ontario, L2E 6W2

• Or visit the BISSELL website – www.bissell.com.

When contacting BISSELL, have the model number of the 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 “About Your Warranty” on page 14 for details.

Replacement parts

Replacement parts – BISSELL Little Green

Item

| Part No.|

Part Name

---|---|---
1| 203-0983| 4” Upholstery/Carpet Tool w/Brush
2| 203-0961| 4” Window
3| 203-0984| 4” Removable Brush
4| 203-0985| 6” Upholstery/Carpet Tool w/Brush
5| 603-0912| 6” Window
6| 203-0986| 6” Removable Brush
7| 203-0987| Spraying CreviceTool
8| 210-1183| TurboBrush
| | Solution/Clean Tank
9| 203-1200| LittleGreen
10| 603-1224| LittleGreen TurboBrush
11| 203-1209| LittleGreen ProHeat
12| 203-1210| LittleGreen ProHeat TurboBrush
| | Collection/Dirty Tank
13| 203-1201| White

©2001 BISSELL Inc.

• BISSELL Ltd. Niagara Falls, Ont., L2E 6W2 All rights reserved. Printed in China
• Part Number U.G. 1720/25 Rev 10/01
• Visit our website at:www.bissell.com.

Warranty

Limited One-Year Warranty
BISSELL Ltd., or an authorized BISSELL Service Centre will repair or replace free of charge, any part which is defective or malfunctioning within 1 year of the purchase date, provided that it is used for personal, and not commercial or rental service.

Terms:

1. Return the unit and/or part with proof of purchase date, to your dealer, your nearest BISSELL Authorized service Centre, or return by mail to: BISSELL Ltd. 6934 Kinsmen Court, Niagara Fall, Ontario, L2E 6S5.
2. Any defective or malfunctioning part will be repaired or and returned postage paid.
3. This warranty does not cover bags, belts, filters, or light bulbs. Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not per the User’s Guide will not be covered. This warranty does not cover parts of the unit that require replacement under normal use.

For your protection, you should always insure the unit and/or part when shipping or mailing. BISSELL will reimburse you for the parcel post, Canpar, or UPS charge. Any charges for packaging or insurance are your responsibility.

Tip:
Attach your sales receipt to this User’s Guide for future reference.

References

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