Okay, so, I got this Bissell ProHeat Pet carpet cleaner a while back, and let me tell you, it’s been a game-changer for my place, especially with my messy dog, Max. I thought I’d share my experience on how to actually use this thing ’cause the manual’s a bit, well, you know… So here’s the deal, from start to finish.
First Things First: Prep the Area
Before I even got the cleaner out, I started by moving all the furniture out of the way. Couches, coffee tables, the whole nine yards. It’s a bit of a workout, but it’s necessary. And I gave the carpet a good once-over with my regular vacuum to pick up any loose stuff like dog hair or crumbs. Max loves to shed, so this step is crucial.
Mixing the Cleaning Potion
Next up, I grabbed the Bissell cleaning solution. I learned the hard way that you really should use their stuff. It’s made for this machine. I filled the clean water tank with hot tap water up to the line. It’s pretty straightforward, just don’t use boiling water though. I tried that, but it’s not needed. Then, I added the solution to the tank. There’s a separate line for that, so you can’t really mess it up.
Pretreating the Nasties
- Spot Treatment: Before the deep clean, I noticed some extra gnarly spots that needed some love. I used a Bissell Stain Pretreat spray, just sprayed it on those bad boys.
- Wait Time: I let it sit for about five to ten minutes. It’s like letting a marinade work its magic. This stuff really gets into the stain.
Getting Down to Business
Alright, time for the main event. I plugged in the ProHeat, switched it on, and started with what they call a “wet pass”. I squeezed the trigger on the handle and slowly moved the cleaner forward and then backward over a small section of the carpet. I did this a few times to make sure the solution really soaked in.
The Dry Run
After the wet pass, I released the trigger and went over the same area again. This is the “dry pass.” It sucks up the dirty water and cleaning solution. I went slow, real slow, to give it time to pull up as much liquid as possible.
Rinse and Repeat
I kept doing this, section by section, across the entire room. Wet pass with the trigger, dry pass without. It’s kind of a rhythm once you get into it. And let me tell you, the water in the dirty tank was…well, let’s just say it was proof that this thing works.
Drying Time
Once I was done with the whole room, I turned the machine off and left the carpet to dry. I opened up the windows and turned on a fan to speed things up. It took a few hours, but it wasn’t too bad. The carpet felt a little damp at first, but once it was fully dry, it was like new.
Emptying and Cleaning
Finally, I emptied the dirty water tank. Man, that was satisfying, seeing all that gunk gone. I gave the tank a good rinse. Then, I cleaned the brushes and the nozzle to make sure they were clear of any dog hair or debris. I do not want to make the machine broken.
And that’s pretty much it. It’s a bit of work, yeah, but the results are totally worth it. My carpet looks amazing, and it smells so much better. Max seems to approve, too, which is the real test. If you’ve got a Bissell ProHeat Pet, hopefully, this helps you get the most out of it. Happy cleaning!
