How To Use a Bissell CrossWave – Orignal, Max & Pet Pro

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Wondering how to use a Bissell CrossWave? These multiple-purpose surface cleaners are popping up everywhere now and with good reason. With its potential to vacuum and mop with the same head, the Bissell CrossWave is perfect for cleaning up everyday spills on vinyl, laminate, carpet, and any kind of floor. The Bissell CrossWave comes in different variations, including the original, the MAX, and the Pet Pro. Selecting the right one will depend on your needs.

Assuming you already have a Bissell CrossWave, this article will show you how to use a Bissell CrossWave, and some helpful tips.

How to Use the Bissell CrossWave

The Bissell CrossWave helps you achieve a deeper and more lasting cleaning without having to gather all your cleaning supplies. With its microfibre cloth and nylon bristles, the unique and revolutionary device can mop and vacuum with the click of a button on the handle.

There are two buttons at the tip of the handle, the rug and the hard floor. All you need to do is press the power button to turn the machine on, and then use these two buttons and the machine handles most surfaces.

How to Use Bissell CrossWave
Easy to use and great for all purposes. The Bissell CrossWave is a must have.

How to Use the Bissell CrossWave MAX

The CrossWave Cordless MAX is probably the best multi-surface cleaner on the planet. It mops and vacuums at the same time, practically erasing any stain it is placed over. With its cordless design, the Bissell CrossWave MAX is easy to use.

You are given three different brushes with the purchase of the Bissell CrossWave MAX. These can be easily attached and detached by removing the front plastic clip from the base of the vacuum.

Filling up the water and cleaning solution tanks is very simple. With pre-set marks, all you need to do is get hot water and the cleaning solution of your choice and you are ready to conquer any stains.

To use the Bissell CrossWave MAX, turn it on by pressing the power button near the handle. On the underside of the handle, there is a trigger. It is recommended to run this for 10 seconds before use to prime the machine. Once this is done, the Bissell CrossWave MAX is ready for use.

How to Use Bissell CrossWave Max
The Bissell CrossWave is cordless, powerful, and easy to use. Splurge if you can, it’s worth it.

How to Use the Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro

The Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro is designed for dogs and cats. With this awesome cleaner, you will be able to clean up pet accidents, fur, and dirt they trek into the house.

Just like other Bissell CrossWaves, the Pro Pro has a button for an area rug and hard floor. Select the one you need based on the material you are cleaning. We recommend using the Bissell Pet Pro cleaning solution, but you can use any cleaning solution in the Bissell CrossWave.

Once you select the hard floor button or the area rug button, the Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro will start and be ready for action.

How to Use Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro
The Pet Pro is simple to use and perfect for cleaning up after dogs and cats.

How to Clean the Bissell CrossWave

Now that you know how to use a Bissell CrossWave, it is important to know how to clean one. Cleaning Bissell CrossWave products are very easy. Follow the steps below to learn how to clean their tanks, take care of the brushes, and ensure you are always getting the best clean.

With its two-tank solution chamber, the Bissell CrossWave series has an effective means for separating cleaning solutions from dirty water. Removing the dirty water tank is easy, as it naturally detaches from the machine. From there, pour out the wastewater.

To clean the vacuum, you need to place it onto the storage tray. Then, fill the storage tray with water up to the MAX line. Turn the machine on by pressing the hard floor button and then let it run for 10 to 15 seconds.

Afterward, unplug the vacuum from the outlet and ensure most of the water from the storage tray is gone. Afterward, dump the waster water and the Bissell CrossWave will be as clean as new.

We recommend changing the dirty water tank. It will only take a few seconds. As for cleaning the brushes, we recommend doing it after every 3-5 uses.

What Cleaning Solution is Best for the Bissell CrossWave?

When you purchase a Bissell CrossWave, they usually come with a cleaning solution. In general, any cleaning solution from Bissell (or other brands) will work. We love the Bissell CrossWave series because it is flexible and allows you to use any cleaning solution.

Because of this, the Bissell CrossWave is incredibly effective in removing stains from hard floors and carpets.

The solution you use will depend largely on the task at hand. We recommend having a few different solutions so you can easily swap them out as needed.

How To Use a Bissell CrossWave – Concluding Thoughts

Whether you have a Bissell CrossWave, Bissell CrossWave MAX, or Bissell CrossWave Pet Pro, all of these machines are easy to use. There is a power button on the handle for most units, and if not, pushing the hard floor or the area rug button will activate the power.

Remember to clean the brushes and empty the dirty water tank often. Doing so will ensure your Bissell CrossWave stays effective. We hope this article has answered any questions on how to use a Bissell CrossWave.