Owning a pet often means dealing with pet stains and odors in your carpets. That’s where the Bissell Pet Pro carpet cleaner comes in handy. This machine makes it easy to deeply clean carpets and remove pet messes. However, like any tool, your Bissell Pet Pro carpet cleaner needs regular cleaning and maintenance to keep it in top working condition.
Clean After Every Use
The most important rule is to always clean your Bissell Pet Pro carpet cleaner after each use. Leaving dirty water, hair, dander or residue sitting in the machine can cause buildup, odors and reduce its cleaning power over time. After carpet cleaning, open up the machine and remove any debris stuck inside. Rinse out the dirty water tank, hose and tools with clean water. Let all parts air dry completely before storing.
Deep Clean Monthly
For a deeper clean, plan to take your Bissell Pet Pro carpet cleaner apart and give it a thorough scrubbing once a month. Remove the solution tank, dump out any remaining water and scrub away caked on grime with a toothbrush under warm water. Pay special attention to the spray nozzles, suction tubes and brushes. For tougher stains, mix a 50/50 solution of white vinegar and water to soak parts in before scrubbing. Rinse and dry well.
Clean the Brushes Regularly
The brushes that rotate on your carpet cleaning machine gather an amount of pet hair and fuzz while cleaning carpets. To ensure they continue spinning its recommended to take them out once a month to trim away any tangled hair with scissors. Thoroughly hand wash the brushes, in water gently scrubbing with a toothbrush to eliminate any buildup. Allow them to air dry completely before reattaching them to the machine. Regularly cleaning the brushes helps maintain their longevity and prevents wear and tear over time.
Descale the Water Tank
Over time the accumulation of mineral deposits from water can build up inside the water tank of your Bissell Pet Pro carpet cleaner. To avoid this it is recommended to descale the tank every months using a mixture of white vinegar and warm water. Fill one third of the empty tank with white vinegar and then add warm water to fill it up completely. Allow it to sit for half an hour before rinsing it with clean water. Vinegars acetic acid content assists in breaking down mineral buildup without the need, for harsh chemicals.
Sanitize All Parts
For a deep clean, sanitize your entire carpet cleaner machine and all its parts every 3-6 months to kill bacteria and odors. Fill the solution tank with a bleach and water solution using the ratios on the bleach bottle. Run clean water through the machine to soak and scrub all internal parts. Be sure to thoroughly rinse afterwards to remove any bleach residue which could damage materials over time if left behind. Allow all parts to fully air dry in sunlight if possible for added sanitization.
Final Thought
By maintaining cleaning and upkeep your reliable Bissell Pet Pro carpet cleaner will remain in excellent working order for many years of carpet cleaning. By showing it some care it will help keep your carpets clean and your house smelling fresh and free of odors!