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Deep Carpet Cleaner Rug Doctor by BISSELL

Support for Deep Carpet Cleaner

Find how-to step by step operation instructions, troubleshooting and warranty information below. Please refer to the Owner's Manual for important safety instructions.

How to Use the Rug Doctor Deep Carpet Cleaner

Step 1: Prepare your Carpet for Deep Cleaning

Before cleaning, vacuum the area thoroughly. Generously spray any special problem areas (old or dark stains; high traffic areas, pet stains) with a Rug Doctor® Spot & Pre-treat formula.

Step 2: Prepare the Machine

Raise the handle by pulling upward into the upright position. Remove the clean water tank from the machine by grasping the tank handle and lifting straight up. Unscrew the solution pour cap from the clean water tank. Fill the clean water tank with HOT tap water until it reaches the fill line. Add 4 oz (1/2 cup) of Rug Doctor® cleaning solution to the tank. Place the cap on the tank and turn clockwise to tighten. Secure the clean water tank back onto the machine.

Make sure that the power button is in the “off” position before plugging the machine into an outlet. Plug the machine into a properly grounded outlet. Press power button on located on the top of the handle to the “ON” position.

Step 3: Deep Clean your Carpets

Tilt machine back and roll forward to starting point. Press the “Soap & Scrub” button on the top of the handle while pulling the machine slowly and steadily backward in a straight line. To dry, release the “Soap & Scrub” button and pull the machine slowly over the same path.

How to Clean Upholstery & Stairs

Step 1: Check Fabrics and Prepare the Area
Check the manufacturers tag for cleaning instructions. If there is a W or W/S on the tag it means you can use water for cleaning and it is safe to use the upholstery tool. If it is coded S or X, do not use the tool and contact the manufacturer for cleaning instructions. Always test the cleaning solution and tool in an inconspicuous spot or hidden area and allow it to dry before proceeding. If upholstery color is affected, do not use the tool. Thoroughly vacuum the upholstery or stairs.

Step 2: Prepare the Machine
Mix 4 oz (1/2 cup) of Rug Doctor® cleaning solution per gallon of hot tap water in a clean bucket. Lower retaining wire, lift dome and remove the white dirty water tank. Pour water and cleaning solution from bucket through the filter screen into the clean water tank until solution covers the filter screen halfway. Replace the dirty water tank and snap the dome down.

Disconnect the gray hose connector and copper coupler at the back of the machine. Connect the upholstery hose gray end to the gray connector and the solution hose to the copper coupler. Plug the carpet cleaner rental machine into an outlet. Press power button on back of machine to “ON”, toggle switch on top of machine to “TOOL”.

Step 3: Deep Clean your Upholstery or Stairs
Press the head of the upholstery tool firmly onto the fabric or carpet and squeeze the trigger to spray the cleaning solution. Pull the head slowly backward to clean. Release the trigger and go back over the same area without spraying cleaning solution. This will suction up more dirt and solution. Continue until you no longer see dirty water coming through the dome. Do not overwet upholstery. For stairs, place the machine at the bottom of the steps and clean from top to bottom.

Warranty

Rug Doctor® carpet cleaning machines have been manufactured, tested, and inspected in accordance with Rug Doctor’s high standards of quality. Rug Doctor Deep Carpet Cleaner (“Machine”) is backed by a one (1) year limited warranty (“Warranty”).

ONE YEAR LIMITED CONSUMER WARRANTY

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Troubleshooting

Issue:Power cord not plugged in
How to Fix:Plug power cord into wall outlet.

Issue:Power Button not turned on
How to Fix:Press Power Button to "ON" position.

Issue:Not pressing "Soap & Scrub" solution button
How to Fix:Press and hold Cleaning Solution trigger.

Issue:Clean Water Tank is empty or low
How to Fix:Fill Clean Water Tank with water and solution.

Issue: Clean Water Tank is not locked or installed correctly
How to Fix:Lift up Clean Water Tank, and place back into position. Tank should click into place when positioned properly.

Issue:Power Button is in the incorrect position
How to Fix:Verify that the Power button is in the correct position depending on usage.

Issue:Dirty Water Tank Is full
How to Fix:Empty Dirty Water Tank and replace empty tank when finished.

Issue:Dirty Water Tank is not seated / installed correctly
How to Fix:Lift up Dirty Water Tank and place back into position.

Issue:Power Button is in the incorrect position
How to Fix:Double check the Power Button, and ensure it is on the desired mode (CARPET is for carpet cleaning; TOOL is for powered).

Issue:Not Pressing Soap & Scrub Solution button
How to Fix:Press Soap & Scrub Solution button on handle.

Issue:Power Button in the incorrect position
How to Fix:Push Power Button to Carpet setting.

Issue:Not Pressing Spray Trigger
How to Fix:Press Spray Trigger.

Issue: Upholstery Solution Plug not installed correctly on Tool Clean Port
How to Fix:Make sure symbols are aligned when installing.

Issue:Clean Water/Solution Tank Empty/Low
How to Fix:Fill Clean Water Tank with water and solution.

Issue:Clean Water Tank is Not Seated/Installed Correctly
How to Fix:Lift Up Clean Water Tank and place back into position.

Issue:Dirty Water/Collection Tank is Full
How to Fix:Empty Dirty Water/Collection Tank.

Issue:Dirty Water/Collection Tank is Not Seated/Installed Correctly
How to Fix:Lift Up Dirty Water/Collection tank and place back into position.