Can you use any cleaner in the Bissell Crosswave?

If your Bissell Crosswave is still under warranty, you will void the warranty if you use anything besides their recommended Bissell cleaners. For this reason, you probably shouldn’t. But if you aren’t worried about the warranty, then technically, you can mix bleach water, vinegar, or just about any other cleaner.

Can I make my own solution for Bissell Crosswave?

The solution is simple. You’ll need 1/4 cup of vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon of castile soap (I prefer Dr. Bronners), and 1/8 cup of baking soda. I run a bit of hot water and then mix this solution together.

Can you use regular floor cleaner in Bissell Crosswave?

Works great! A: I used my regular floor cleaner, I think so long as it’s not oily or anything like that you should be fine. I’ve used pinesol and it works just fine. A: Yes, it is safe to leave cleaning formula in the clean tank when not in use.

What can I use instead of Bissell cleaning formula?

To make a carpet shampoo used by many Bissell owners, mix the following: a half cup of laundry detergent (no bleach), a half cup of liquid laundry softener, one cup of ammonia and one gallon of water. Store the mixture in a large jug. This will be enough for several cleanings.

Can you put Pine Sol in a Bissell CrossWave?

The main reason not to use cleaners like bleach and pineSol is they can damage your crosswave. They can eat away at the seals and gaskets and end up either breaking suction or allowing water to go where it shouldn’t. For the longevity of your unit use the suggested solutions.

Can I use any cleaner in my Bissell?

It’s possible to use others, but we recommend against it. Our formulas contain no dyes, phosphates or optical brighteners, and will produce optimal cleaning performance when used in combination with BISSELL carpet cleaning machines.

Can you use Hoover cleaner in a Bissell?

Using Bissell formula like the deep clean and refresh variant, or the Bissell simple green, in a Hoover model. Similarly, you can use a Hoover cleaner in the Bissell as well. To stay on the safer side and not damage your Bissell machinery, you should take a few safety precautions.

What can you use in a Bissell CrossWave?

Can you use laundry detergent in Bissell carpet cleaner?

Yes, You can use Laundry Detergent in a carpet shampooer.

Their methodology is almost identical, but carpet cleaners use steam plus cleaning solutions to handle a variety of dirt and stains that ordinary vacuum cleaners may fail. Do not use much laundry detergent on your carpet.

Can you use Rug Doctor cleaner in a Bissell?

Can I use Rug Doctor products in machines from other brands? Our products can be used in a Vax, Bissell, Hoover or any leading brand of carpet washer. Make sure to read your machine’s user guide before using Rug Doctor detergents.

Can I use Resolve carpet cleaner in my Bissell?

For Use with Steam Machines on Large Areas

This formula safely cleans carpets, including nylon and stain-resistant carpets, and upholstery. It is not recommended for specialty carpets such as antique or oriental rugs. The solution is safe for use with Bissell, Hoover, Rug Doctor, and other deep cleaning machines.

Do I have to use Bissell solution?

You don’t have to use the Bissell solution, but it is optimized for use in their machines. This means it won’t streak, leave residue, need to be rinsed, or leave buildup in your machine.

Can you use Pine Sol in a carpet cleaner machine?

Yes, you can put Pine-Sol in a carpet cleaning machine. Pine-Sol doesn’t contain bleach or ammonia, so it shouldn’t affect the color of your carpet. You can use Pine-Sol instead of the standard carpet shampooing solution you use.

Can you use other products with Bissell?

BISSELL does not recommend using ANY cleaning products other than BISSELL specified products in our carpet washers. Our formulas are especially made with more active ingredients, contain no dyes and designed for optimum use in your BISSELL products.

Can you use water in Bissell CrossWave?

Yes it can be used as a vacuum without water.

Can you use CrossWave with just water?

Yes, you use the Bissell CrossWave as just a regular vacuum. Just leave the water tank empty, or don’t fill the tank with water. Then, turn it on, and you can use it as a regular vacuum to pick up dirt, debris, and dust from multiple surfaces. Bissell CrossWave is a multi-surface wet-dry vacuum cleaner.

Why does my Bissell CrossWave leaving streaks?

A Bissell CrossWave may leave streaks on floors if you are not using enough cleaning solution (too much water) when cleaning. Streaking can also happen if you use too much water during passes, causing the brushes to become oversaturated. The last cause for streaking could be dirty brush rolls.

Does Bissell Crosswave clean grout?

How do you put the cleaning solution in a Bissell Crosswave?

How do you clean a Bissell Crosswave after use?

Do I have to clean my Bissell Crosswave after every use?

Empty / clean the dirty water tank – Emptying the dirty water tank is crucial. If the water tank is full, the Crosswave will stop cleaning entirely. It is extremely important to empty / rinse out the dirty water tank after every use.

Does Bissell Crosswave leave carpet wet?