Bissell 16949 - Manual (Page 9)

C8 - Machine preparation
1. Set up the machine following instructions
on pages 6-9.
2. Using the measuring cup provided,
pour any BISSELL advanced deep cleaning
formula into the Tank-in-Tank.
3. Set the ReadyTools dial to TOOLS.
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Care & Storage
1. Turn power switch OFF.
2. Unplug power cord from outlet and coil
cord around Quick Release Cord Wrap.
3. Remove and rinse tools in clean, running
water, let dry and replace in tool caddy.
4. Coil flex hose through storage brackets.
5. Remove Tank-in-Tank. Dispose of dirty
water. See the Operation section, page 7.
6. Rinse out Tank-in-Tank, clean the lint
screen and reseat the tank onto the machine.
7. Wipe all exterior surfaces with a soft cloth.
8. Store cleaner upright in a protected,
dry area.
9. When carpet is dry, vacuum again
to remove hair and fuzz that the
OXYPowerBrush may have loosened.
Pump & brush belt
replacement
1. Turn the power switch OFF and unplug
from wall outlet.
2. Step on handle release pedal and recline
handle on floor.
3. Remove the Tank-in-Tank and set aside.
4. Remove the belt access door located near
the ReadyTools Dial. Insert a flathead screw-
driver into the slot nearest the handle to
gently pry off the belt access door.
5. Turn the machine onto its side so the belt
access area is facing upward.
6. On the bottom of the machine, near
the belt access area, is a red retainer plate
that holds the black brush arm and brush
in place. Using a Phillips head screwdriver
remove the screw that holds the red retainer
plate in place. Set red retainer plate and
Phillips head screw aside.
7. Remove the black brush arm that holds
the brush in place. Set the black brush arm
aside.
8. Remove the “toothed” brush belt from the
brush then from the red pump pulley. Set the
“toothed” brush belt and brush aside.
9. Locate and remove the broken pump belt.
D2 - Install the replacement
pump belt
1. With the unit still on its side, loop one end
of the replacement pump belt around the
red pump pulley and the other end around
the silver motor shaft. Do not twist the
replacement pump belt.
2. Re-install the “toothed” brush belt first
onto the red pump pulley and then onto the
“toothed” end of the brush.
3. Re-install the brush into the base of
the unit.
4. Place the black brush arm onto the
brush and slide black brush arm into
original position.
5. Re-install the red retainer plate and
Phillips head screw.
6. Using your finger, gently spin the replace-
ment pump belt on the silver motor shaft.
If assembled correctly, the replacement
pump belt should rotate freely around the
silver motor shaft and drive pulley without
obstruction. The brush should also rotate
freely when the silver motor shaft is turned.
7. Turn the machine right side up. Replace
the Tank-in-Tank and belt access door.
Assembly is now complete.
If you have any questions, or if you have
any trouble installing your replacement
pump & brush belt, please call BISSELL
Consumer Care as indicated on page 12. Or
visit the BISSELL website: www.bissell.com
OXYPowerBrush uses water and must not be stored
where there is danger of freezing. Freezing will dam-
age internal components and void the warranty.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch
off and disconnect plug from electrical socket
before performing maintenance or care.
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