Bissell CROSSWAVE 2203 Series User Manual

CROSSWAVE
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USER GUIDE
1713, 2203 SERIES

Bissell CROSSWAVE 2203 Series Specifications

General

Weight	11.5 lbs
Cleaning Path Width	10.5 inches
Cord Length	25 feet
Multi-Surface Cleaning	Yes
Washable Filter	Yes
Surface Type	Hard Floors and Area Rugs
Power Source	Corded Electric
Product Type	Wet/Dry Vacuum
Tank Capacity	28 oz

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Operating Safety

Instructions for safe operation, including electrical safety and handling.

Risk Mitigation Warnings

Key warnings to mitigate risks of fire, electric shock, and injury.

Component-Specific Caution

Cautionary note about the non-serviceable handle with electrical components.

What's In The Box?

Standard Inclusions

Lists the standard components included with the machine.

Optional Accessories

Lists additional accessories available for purchase.

Getting to Know Your CrossWave

Product Component Identification

Identifies and labels all parts of the CrossWave machine.

Assembly

Step-by-Step Assembly

Guides the user through the three-step assembly process.

Cord Management

Instructions for wrapping and unwrapping the power cord.

Filling Your Clean Water Tank

Tank Removal and Cap Unscrewing

Details on removing the clean water tank and unscrewing its cap.

Formula and Water Measurement

Explains how to fill the tank with water and formula for different cleaning areas.

Tank Refilling and Reattachment

Instructions for screwing the cap back and reattaching the tank.

Water Filling Notes

Important notes regarding water temperature and additives.

Cleaning Your Hard Floors

Initial Setup and Mode Selection

How to install brush roll and select the HARD FLOOR setting.

Priming the Spray System

Process to prime the system with cleaning solution before use.

Cleaning Technique

How to apply solution using the spray trigger for cleaning.

Tackling Stubborn Messes

Tips for dealing with challenging or stuck-on messes.

Cleaning Area Rugs

Pre-cleaning Rug Preparation

Notes on testing rug colorfastness and checking manufacturer tags.

Rug Cleaning Setup and Mode

How to install brush roll and select the RUG setting.

Spray System Priming

Process to prime the system with cleaning solution before use.

Rug Cleaning Technique

How to apply solution using the spray trigger for cleaning.

Drying Rugs

Method to dry area rugs faster by running the machine without the trigger.

Attention Note

Warning about over-wetting carpets and potential damage.

Emptying the Dirty Water Tank

Releasing and Removing the Tank

Step-by-step guide to detach the dirty water tank from the unit.

Tank Top and Filter Removal

Instructions for removing the tank top and the filter.

Float Mechanism Explained

Explanation of the float mechanism preventing overflow.

Cleaning Tank Contents

How to empty dirty water and rinse the tank.

Cleaning and Reassembling the Dirty Water Tank

Cleaning the Tank Housing Area

How to clean the area where the dirty water tank sits.

Drying Tank Components

Instructions for allowing parts to dry.

Reattaching the Dirty Water Tank

Steps for reassembling and reattaching the dirty water tank.

Cleaning the Brush Roll and Chamber

Removing the Brush Roll Window

How to detach the brush roll window from the foot.

Removing the Brush Roll

Steps to pull out the brush roll.

Washing Brush Components

Instructions for rinsing the brush roll and window with water.

Cleaning the Brush Chamber

How to clean the brush chamber area.

Drying Brush Components

Advice on drying brush roll and window chamber.

Reinstalling the Brush Roll

Steps to correctly place and lock the brush roll back in.

Reinstalling the Brush Window

How to line up and secure the brush window.

Using the Easy Clean Storage Tray

Preparing the Storage Tray

Placing the unit on the tray and adding water.

Initiating the Cleaning Cycle

Turning on the machine to run the self-cleaning cycle.

Brush Roll Removal

How to remove the brush roll window and brush roll.

Drying the Brush Roll in the Storage Tray

Placing Brush Roll for Drying

How to place the brush roll upright in the drying tray.

Reinstalling Brush Roll

Steps to correctly insert and lock the brush roll.

Reinstalling Brush Window

How to line up and secure the brush window.

Troubleshooting Guide

Reduced Spray or No Spray Issues

Possible causes and remedies for lack of spray or reduced spray.

Loss of Suction Power

Reasons for low suction and how to fix them.

Brush Roll Not Turning

Causes and solutions for the brush roll failing to spin.

Machine Not Turning On

Potential causes and troubleshooting steps when the machine won't power on.

Machine Leaking

Identifying and fixing leaks, often related to the tank cap.

Consumer Guarantee Information

Limited Two-Year Guarantee Terms

Details of the two-year guarantee, including coverage and exclusions.

Consumer Care and Contact

How to contact BISSELL for service or warranty claims.