Bissell 1200/7887/12U9 Series SpotBot manual

Bissell 1200/ 7887/ 12U9 Series SpotBot User’s Guide

Thank you for buying a BISSELL SpotBot

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL SpotBot. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this powerful, high-tech home vacuuming system.

Your BISSELL SpotBot is well made, and we back it with a limited 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 BISSELL SpotBot.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using your SpotBot™ WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Use indoors only.
• Use only BISSELL cleaning products intended for use in this appliance.
• Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s Guide.
• Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not handle SpotBot plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into appliance openings or use with blocked openings. Keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers or body parts to openings or moving parts.
• Keep appliance on a level surface.
• Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not pick up hot or burning objects, such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes.
• Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
• Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).
• Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
• 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.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Do not use SpotBot if it is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.
• Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord. Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
• Always connect to a properly grounded outlet; see grounding instructions.
• Do not use without tanks in place.
• Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be connected to a grounded wiring system. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a safe path of least resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of electrical shock. The cord for this appliance has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. It must only be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you aren’t sure if the outlet is properly grounded. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is designed for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug in the drawing above. Make certain that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No plug adapter should be used with this appliance.
This model is for household use only.

Keep plenty of genuine BISSELL Advanced Cleaning Formulas on hand so you can clean whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine BISSELL deep cleaning formulas. NonBISSELL cleaning  solutions may harm the machine and void the warranty.

Special features

Clean/solution tank
Is located on the right of the unit when you are facing the unit.
Automatic Smart System™ control paneI
Located in the center of the unit and is where you will begin selection of the smart cleaning cycle you would like to use (detailed instructions on page 9).
Dirty/collection tank
Looking at the front of the unit, the dirtylcollection tank is on the left side.
Vacuum flex hose
Wraps around the center of the unit. This serves as the travel path for dirty water and formula that is suctioned up into the dirty/collection tank.
Spray trigger
When cleaning in the manual mode, press the spray trigger to release water and formula onto the area to be cleaned.


Handsfree cleaning brushes
Provides cleaning action when using the surface stain or set-in handsfree cleaning cycles.
Spray tip
Water and solution are dispensed here when cleaning in the handsfree mode.
Vacuum suction nozzles
Provides suction path when using the handsfree cleaning cycles.


Handsfree cleaning brushes
Provides an area to see the handsfree cleaning action.
Flex hose clip
Is attached to the unit and is a guide for the vacuum flex hose.
Tough Stain Brush™ Storage
The Tough Stain Brush is conveniently stored on board.
Power cord
Has a three-prong plug and stores on the back of the unit around the oval cord wrap.
NOTE: Unwrap the power cord completely before operating the unit.
Cord wrap
Serves as a guide for the power cord storage. The cord wrap can be gently pushed in during use.

Operation

Getting ready

1. To fill the clean tank:
   A. Remove the clean tank by lifting it straight up and then away from the unit.
   B. Unscrew the cap at the bottom of the clean tank.
   A       BThere are 2 ways you can fill and use the tank:
2. For common stains such as dirt, grime, pet, or oily stains, use the fill lines on the left side of the tank and fill with BISSELL 2X
   Little Green formula (trial size included) and water.
3. For dye based stains such as coffee, fruit juices, cola and red wine, use the fill lines on the right hand side of the unit and fill with BISSELL 2X Little Green and Oxy GEN2® formulas (trial sizes included) and water.
   
4. Replace and tighten black cap on bottom of clean tank.
   

Using the Automatic Smart System™
Your new SpotBot features an Automatic Smart System that takes the guesswork out of spot and stain cleaning. With the touch of a button, you can select the cleaning cycle to use your preferred method of cleaning.
Tip: Before spot cleaning with the SpotBot’s Handsfree feature, dry vacuum the area first.

1. Surface Stain Cycle This cycle has been designed for stains that are on the surface of your carpeting and have not had time to penetrate deep in to your carpet fibers. This cycle will run for approximately 3 minutes.
2. Set-In Stain Cycle Use on stains that have had a period of time to set-in and penetrate deep into your carpet fibers. These are typically the most difficult stain types to remove. This cycle runs for approximately 6 minutes.
3. Manual / Hose By selecting this option you can clean spots and stains manually on surfaces such as upholstery, car interiors, stairs or wherever you have a need to clean manually.
4. Pause/Resume Is used to check the status of a cleaning cycle (Surface Stain or Set-In). If you hit the Pause button once, it
   pauses the cleaning cycle it is currently in. By pressing it one more time to Resume, you will pick up in the cleaning cycle
   where you left off.
5. Heater (ProHeat® models only) The SpotBot ProHeat gives you the ability to raise the water temperature for improved cleaning performance based on your cleaning needs. After pressing the heater button, the ring around the button will illuminate to indicate the heater is turned on.
6. Stop By depressing the Stop button, you will stop your SpotBot in either the Surface or Set-In stain cycle. To begin cleaning again, you will need to select one of the 2 cycles.
7. Status Indicators Much like the dishwasher in your kitchen, the Status Indicators will instruct you regarding status within a cleaning cycle. You will hear changes in the sound of the machine at different points in a cycle. When your selected  cleaning cycle is complete, the Finish light will illuminate and you will hear a “beep” every 5 seconds until you depress the stop button.
   Tip: Some spots and spills require that you pick up the chunky debris with a rag or towel before you begin cleaning in the Handsfree or Manual cycles.

1. Plug your SpotBot in. The power light will illuminate instructing you that there is power to the unit and it is ready to go.
2. Place the filled Clean/Solution tank onto the unit.

1. Place the unit directly over the spot or stain, making sure the stain is in the center of the handsfree cleaning area.
2. Select which cleaning cycle (surface stain or set-in) you would like to begin with. Your SpotBot will begin spraying, brushing and suctioning up the spots and stains, in its pre-programmed cycle. Both cycles have been tested and proven to deliver superior
   cleaning results, taking the guesswork out of cleaning for you.
   NOTE: If your unit has a built in heater (not standard on all models) press the heater button to turn on the heat feature.
3. When the cleaning cycle you have selected is complete, the SpotBot will beep. The beep will continue until you hit the STOP button.
4. Pick up the unit and check the area that was cleaned.
5. If you have used Oxy GEN2, this chemical will continue to work for the next six to eight hours, cleaning your spots and stains all the way to the backing of the carpet.
   Tip: Some difficult stains may require that you run the cleaning cycle a second time.

1. Remove the hose from the unit by depressing the release button.
   
2. a. Remove the Tough Stain Brush from the back of the unit.
   
   b. Attach the Tough Stain Brush onto the grip of the flex hose.
   
3. Select the manual/hose button on the control panel to start the SpotBot.
   NOTE: In manual mode, the SpotBot will not turn on until the grip is removed from the unit. If it is not removed within 30 seconds of pushing the start button, the unit will shut off.
   
4. If your unit has a built in heater (not standard on all models) press the heater button to turn on the heat feature. Begin cleaning by holding the tool no more than six inches above the soiled surface.
   Depress the spray trigger for about 5 seconds to apply the cleaning solution to the soiled area.
   Release the trigger. Be careful not to over wet.
5. Using the brush on the tool, gently scrub the soiled area for about 30 seconds or until the soiled area appears to be clean.
6. To suction up the dirt and cleaning solution, position the suction nozzle over the cleaned area, apply downward pressure on the tool, and pull nozzle toward you. You should see the dirty solution pass through the nozzle. Continue until no more solution can be removed.
   Normally, this step will require no more than one minute of back and forth passes.
   NOTE: In manual mode, the SpotBot is equipped with a safety feature which will shut the unit off after 30 minutes. Press start to resume cleaning.  
7. If the stain is still visible, repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.
8. When the cleaning is complete, lightly drag the suction nozzle across the stain for about two minutes to further aid in drying the cleaned area.
9. Press the Manual/Hose button to turn off the SpotBot.
10. Unplug the machine, wrap the cord on the cord wraps and wrap the hose around the machine so that the wand can be placed in the holder for convenient storage.
    Tip: One of the effective stain removing ingredients in Oxy Gen2 is Hydrogen Peroxide. Certain people may be affected by the product when it comes into contact with their skin; it may turn the skin white and/or cause tingling. Washing your hands
    after use and applying hand lotion will remove any possible white discoloration.
    Tip: Check upholstery stuffing before cleaning. Colored stuffing may bleed through the fabric when it becomes wet.

Maintenance and care

1. Before turning off the SpotBot, suction up clean water to thoroughly rinse out the inside of the vacuum flex hose. Then, lift the vacuum flex hose upwards to drain any remaining water into the dirty tank.
2. Disconnect the cleaning tool from the vacuum flex hose by pushing down on the button lock and pulling straight off (do not twist tools to remove them).
3. Once the tool is removed from the vacuum flex hose it can be cleaned by rinsing under clean running water.
   Tip: If a significant amount of water and solution(s) remain in the clean tank, your unit can be stored with liquid in the clean tank. However, if you have added Oxy GEN2 into the clean tank, fresh Oxy GEN2 should be added prior to the next use to optimize performance.

1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Wrap power cord around the cord wrap.
2. Empty and rinse the dirty/collection tank after each use, or when dirty water reaches the indicated maximum fill line. To remove the tank, lift up the dirty tank latch and pull the tank out. Dump out the dirty water and rinse with clean. Replace the tank into the unit for storage. After using the SpotBot’s handsfree feature, wipe the window and brushing area with a soft cloth.
3. If you were using your SpotBot manually, wrap the vacuum flex hose around the unit and secure the spray trigger into the receiver on the front of the unit.
4. Store unit indoors at room temperature (40° to 110°F).
   
   Tip: Clean out the Black Valve periodically inside of the Dirty/Collection Tank.

Troubleshooting

Cleaner will not run
Possible Causes

1. Power cord not plugged in.
2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
3. The unit is not sitting flat on the carpeting.
4. Vacuum Flex Hose is not snapped
5. into place securely

Unusual or Odd Noise
Possible Causes

1. Clean/Solution tank is out of fluid.

Reduced or No Spray
Possible Causes

1. Spray Tip clogged.
2. Clean/Solution tank is out of fluid.
3. Clean/Solution tank is not inserted into the unit securely.

No Suction
Possible Causes

1. Tank is full.
2. Dirty/Collection tank latch is not down.
3. Black Valve on the Dirty/Collection Tank is missing.

Remedies

1. Check electrical plug.
2. Replace household fuse or reset breaker.
3. Remove what is obstructing the floors surface.
4. Check to make sure the Vacuum.
5. Flex Hose is snapped into place.

Remedies

1. Fill Clean Solution Tank

Remedies

1. Clean Spray Tip.
2. Fill Clean/Solution Tank.
3. Gently press the Clean/Solution Tank until you see “bubbles” coming from the base of the tank.

Remedies

1. Empty tank.
2. Push latch down, securelyinto place.
3. Replace Black Valve into Dirty/Collection tank.

Cleaner will not run
Possible Causes

1. Power cord not plugged in.
2. Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
3. Hose not removed from receiver.

Unusual or Odd Noise
Possible Causes Remedies

1. Clean/Solution tank is out of fluid.

Reduced or No Spray
Possible Causes Remedies

1. Spray Tip clogged on Tough Stain Brush.
2. Clean/Solution tank is out of fluid.
3. Clean/Solution tank is not inserted into the unit securely

No Suction
Possible Causes Remedies

1. Tank is full.
2. Dirty/Collection tank latch is not down.
3. Black Valve on the Dirty/Collection Tank is missing.

Remedies

1. Check electrical plug.
2. Replace household fuse or reset breaker.
3. Remove Hose.

Remedies

1. Fill Clean Solution Tank.

Remedies

1. Clean Spray Tip.
2. Fill Clean/Solution Tank.
3. Gently press the Clean/Solution Tank until you see “bubbles”coming from the base of the tank.

Remedies

1. Empty tank.
2. Push latch down, securely into place.
3. Replace Black Valve into Dirty/. Collection tank.

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