Bissell Little Green Not Spraying, Leaking - Easy Fix? Making Money From Trash!
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- Опубліковано 20 вер 2024
- After collecting these Bissell little green spot cleaners and discovering none of them would spray properly, I did my research and was confident I knew everything about their simple design and how to repair them. With the replacement parts delivered and in hand I was ready to knock them off the to-do list. Things went sideways and after some course correction, I ended up with a similar but very different video to share.
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Thanks Man! I found you because my little green machine wouldn't spray from the nozzle after over a year in the closet. I had no idea they may need to be primed after sitting for a long time and completely drying out. Holding the unit above the nozzle and depressing the trigger got water pumping in about 3 seconds and I was back in business. This is one of those tools that when you need it, nothing else is even close so thanks again!
you saved me some heartache, I thought mine was broken as I just bought it new today but as soon as I primed it just like you said, it's working perfectly!
This video is substantially better for troubleshooting your Bissell than any of the company's literature or videos
Was literally in the process of tossing mine in the trash…works like a champ now…thanks!
Nice! I’ve found so many thrown out that just needed a bit of attention. I think the newer models have fixed a lot if the common issues but I certainly wouldn’t buy the older style
NIce! Thank you! I bought one of these pro-heat machines at a low price thinking i got a great deal. Turned out, a year later when i went to actually use the thing, it didn't spray! I had been swindled! I thought for sure it would need a pump too and was looking for a video how to replace the pump when i found your video. Turned out my valve was just clogged with deposits too! Cleaned the valve, now it works mint!
You saved me a bunch of time and money, thanks man.
You were close on fixing the sprayers. The problem is on the nozzle where it comes out of the handheld sprayer. Detach the head and clean out the pin sized hole. It clogs easily. Mine had 1 grain of sand that blocked the exit. Cleaned and problem solved.
Thank you so much I was having trouble with it and was looking for an easier solution than the video. I just took a toothpick and cleaned it up
Hey ,great videos dude.,👍
I bought one of the smaller green thing years ago, used it once, & put it back in the box & put it away. One day I powered it up, it works fine,(a little weaker but does the job) the problem is , it's WAY TOO LOUD , LIKE LOUDER THAN A GAS POWERED LEAF BLOWER.
any thoughts pleeez. ?
Mine wont stop spraying to im going to look at the trigger....
You the man! My cleaner stopped spraying. Took apart it apart and ran a pipe cleaner down the black water hose. Works again! Thank you
Great video, very practical! The sprayer motor in my unit seized up after not using it for a while. I used pliers to give it a few twists to free it up, added some WD40, and it's back to working now. Thanks for the video!
A thorough, real life video for a change. Thank you!
We need more bottle picking videos please. I love you thub!
We all have a pile of shame somewhere. Loved this video. It's given me the courage to take a look at my ancient stash of broken vacuum cleaners that have been lurking in my garage for months 😁
Some of them might be worth something to collectors (like me, but I also stay far away from shipping anything that isn't from a store and brand new) if they work properly and aren't fixed with 13lbs of deck screws, although that is a story for another day lmao.
I thrifted a new one a year ago for $20 usd. I love it, great spot cleaner.
Just got one of these yesterday, you're one of the first scrappers I started watching and I got into it. Subbed and plan on selling it instead of scrapping it now
If anything, I won't be so scared to take mine apart. Seems pretty straightforward, so thanks!
Thank you for helping me troubleshoot my vacuum that wasn’t sprained. I’m going to check it like you did and see how it goes because I borrowed my sons vacuum and while I was using it, I thought it broke so I bought him a new one and I kept the old one
I buy these at Goodwill and fix them and resell them all the time. 99% of the time it's the little hose on the inside of the trigger that connects to the spray nozzle that's clogged up in between there and the spray nozzle. Easy fix
How do you unclog?
How to unclog
I just used a tiny needle and I took it out and blew through it.
I hate that these leak so fast. The other problem is the brush head. That plastic won't come off and there's dirt and hair in there. I tried soaking it but won't come clean.
Yes I too would like to clean this brush but afraid it will crack any solutions
This video is wonderful! Thank you so much for all the great tips. And the age old reminder to stop procrastinating. ;) I was trying to figure out why my sis-n-laws Little Green was leaking only to discover the duck billed gasket was missing. uhhhh duh. I felt silly too. Take care and keep sharing!
You’re so welcome! I felt silly too, having been so confident they all needed new pump motors and then buying four of them, only to discover they all had much simpler issues 😅
Guess I just need to open them up and figure it out, it’s so often something simple!
The other main problem is people out them away wet, that causes the electric water pump motor to rust a bit an not spin, take the motor off the pump, spin the shaft with a pair of pliers until it turns freely, put it back together, works fine.
Thorough tutorial! Thanks man.
I found one on CL, worked for a minute, but no spray now. Pulled off the end, found the sprayer line was broken. Trying to rig it now.
At 8:10, you have two audio tracks competing with one another for about 10 seconds. Overall, very helpful video. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
Mine leaks out the bottom after I turn it on and suction water through :(
Thanks for the comedic relief.
I like how he sprays right on the floor.
Good to see your face!
Handsome guy
Thanks all I had to do was prime it and it worked!
Nice! I really jumped the gun buying a handful of motors, only to find there’s a handful of more simple solutions
I have one of these and it worked fine for years but now the sprayer won't spray, so what I do is fill up a water spray bottle with the solution and hot water and spray it on the carpet and then clean it. It cleans the carpet still. I really need it because I have a very old cat that makes accidents on the carpet regularly.
I really think that’s the best fix too, haha
love your honesty....best to you
I have one of them and I loved it but my hose broke right where the hose is connected to the unit. I don’t think I can fix it..such a shame it’s perfect for cleaning a small pile of dog piss or a spot on your couch where you slopped food by accident..nice little units.
If it's simply the hose that's broke, replace it. If you're talking about a nipple broke, you may have to buy a new piece to fix that.
I just got mine, the sprayer works fine but the solution tank leaks everywhere! Any ideas on how to fix that?
Mine too! It leeks only when I try spraying. I got a new cap and it didn't help. Bissell has not been able to help me, They have sent me lots of ideas but nothing is working. I am going to take mine apart tonight after watching this video. Maybe once inside I can see the problem.
Damnnn look at those muscles work 💪
Goodness! 🥵☺️ can I keep you?
Where can you buy reconditioned little green machines
I need to part number for that bottom sole plate gasket... Mine cracked
The rule is post post and guess what post some more the rule is for a subscriber you should receive $1 just from your ads you're almost at 24 why not turn that into 24,000 just saying I just want to see you succeed you are a hard-working brother and I appreciate that and I watch every one of your videos
I think also that people are lazy and leave them full because there is still some solution in the wash side, so they rust. They use homemade soap solution, or something from another brand, and they also might buy them for a project with the intention to return them. In our family, I’ve passed mine down to others who really just want you to come over and clean for them (also lazy), so it is relighted to the garage after you leave, LOL.
Hi sir, Really appreciate your videos I subscribed, Just ordered one of these I asked for a black and purple color, hopefully I can really profit from this machine because cost me nearly 200 dollars. but this is Inspirational. thank you
Very helpful. Unfortunately for me, the shaft on the pump motor snapped of in the pump. Inexpensive enough part and will replace. Thanks for the tips.
Well pm me if you need one, I bought three I didn’t use 😂
I'm experiencing, after filling up the tank with cleaner and screwing that piece back on before inserting back on the tank---that water is squirting out the tiny hole where the water is dispensed through. I don't think I remember seeing this. I noticed the seal around it looks a little worn, however I don't think that would relate to the issue I'm having. Is that supposed to happen? I'm editing this right now, it only squirts out a little and it stopped as I just noticed, which makes me feel better. This may be normal.
I'm fixing mine now
I though you're going to shock yourself
Be safe please
If you have the PROHEAT version, and you have tried to clean out everything and your pump spins fine.... The heater on mine (aka the black box the water tubes connect to)… it was clogged to hell and back with mineral deposits.
I unhooked both tubes from the heater(black box) and ran the water line straight to the pump. Bypassing the heater. Works now and no money spent.
Nice! Yeah I find the proheat ones were just gimmicks anyway, they don’t even heat the water the way you’d expect
whats the pump part number. Im over in Europe but guessing its gonna b same part number ?
I’m sure it is! I haven’t looked it up in awhile but just in case your model is a little different it’s best to just look up the parts diagram and use the model number you find there
I fixed by replacing water pump but it sparks at start up is that ok?
I find most fail eventually due to hardwater build up and blockage. In Alberta you have very heavy calcium and lime in the tap water which causes carpet cleaners to eventually block and stop spraying. People also have the tenancy to put the duck bill gasket in backwards.
I had the same train of thought. The sprayer ends could take a soak in vinegar to soften and release any calc buildup.
@@billob4285 I've been using these since they came out roughly 30 yrs ago. I even have a rug doctor now and it's always the same problem. After a few yrs. of use the build up disables the sprayer. I still use them though and just use a spray bottle instead as they're still pretty expensive to buy new.
My sprayer works but the suction doesn't. Any ideas on how to fix it? When I take the dirty tank side out the dirty tank holder the suction works. It must be a clog in the area running from the hose to the tank. Don't know how to get the hose off.
That’s kinda strange, that’s the opposite of what usually happens 😆
Hose doesn’t come off easily but it’s probably not a clog down the hose, that hose has plenty of space. I’d start by making sure all the seals are clean and dirt-free, if the little plastic flaps aren’t closing properly the suction doesn’t go where it needs to
The problem mine has is that the sprayer button is stuck..any tips?
B-Cell 🤣🤣🤣 Bissell rhymes with whistle.
Im mad because i just bought one like them .... and it does clean my chair but i never got
the durty water in the other tank...... i hope my machine is not broke .....
They really aren’t great, the new ones are better but they all seem to die a lot sooner than you’d think for what they cost
@@thubprint great ... I will return it 😃100$ back in the bank
I can't get my Bissell little green to spray any water out
Sometimes the only problem is a little calcium buildup in the tubing.
I dug one I had out of my basement. Sprayer pump won't work normally, but will when the machine is higher than the handle. (Thanks for the tip!). Any idea what I can do to fix that?
That’s so odd! My best guess is there’s a loss of pressure somewhere, which gravity helps supplement... maybe there’s a kink in a hose somewhere? Or a seal in the pump gone... I’d check to make sure it’s easy to blow air through the hose before replacing the pump.
@@thubprint I found another video that went into detail about the pump. Mine was stuck, and I sprayed it with wd40 and worked it loose. I reconnected everything, and it worked perfectly for around 2 minutes and then stopped spraying so the pump is the issue for me. Thanks for getting me pointed in the right direction!
@@josephh5085 this sounds like my issue, where did you spray the wd40 on the machine?
I bought a brand new and the sprayer isn't working but I noticed on the solution tank where you the put the water there is a tiny hole in it. Any tips?
You might just need to ‘prime’ it a bit, I noticed that was probably the only issue with some of these. The line was just so dry that it took a few tries to bleed all the air out I think
I’m having trouble with my dirty suction tank now filling I don’t know what I’m doing wrong
Hmm… not sure what would be happening there, I’d check the seals on the dirty tank or make sure the valve is free of debris
@@thubprint thank you
Your ear piercings looks like they hurt O_- Thanks for the video! This is extremely helpful and amazing! Doing stuff like this is fun to me.
Serious Drake thumb 😳😂👏
Mine is leaking from the water tank... anyone got advice?
Could i get the bissell proheat turbobrush one?
The plastic button is not reaching that button what can i do? I have the bissell hydroclean. But when i took it apart its not spraying still
Maybe the little nubbin that sits in the spring to push the button got moved?
@@thubprint no i checked.
How do you open the dirty collection side of these to clean them out...
Unfortunately, you can’t open them 😕 the best I’ve been able to do is take the tank off, pour some water in and shake the heck out of it to get as much out as possible. If that’s still not clean enough a person could put a handful of popcorn kernels or aquarium stones inside to swirl around with the water, that should help scrub the hard-to-reach side👍
Thanks mine leaked on the bottom. I must have lost the O ring 20. Cents done.
Nice! They really don’t seem built to last but they’re such a useful tool to have around, gotta keep em going however ya can!
Mine is doing the same. Where can I get the O ring?
@@michaelbevan39 I’m curious about the same thing if you found out
You must have dubbed over the part where you were talking. I thought I had another video playing or something. It was freaky! lol
Just tack on $15 to the price you were going to sell them for and throw in the extra part.
Does anyone know what size the spring in the trigger is?
Where did you buy the little motor from?
is like buying an engine for a car that will not start and all it had wrong was the battery
I literally just electrocuted myself be careful!
Megaman intro?
Omg
Where do you get the pumps?
I found mine on amazon actually. I still have them all, haha!
I wish the audio was better so I could follow the video, but not so
Hey man
people using powder soaps that dry out
Oh that wouldn’t help!
Did u get moved
Here's your real problem. After a centruy of making products in the USA - Bissell moved to Mexico, exploited Cheap Labor -- then on to China. Jobs lost in America? untold. Cheap parts, cheap manufacturing methods - you get what you pay for. toss it in the garbage it's not worth fixing. Bissell's factory suffered a fire in 1884. In 2003 the production base was transferred to Mexico and then completely to China, a process manifesting era veining
I'd say they suck - but they don't ... even which is the #1 job of a vacuums cleaner.
You know a lot more about the details than I do! All I know is you can buy the $1000+ one or the $100 one and there is a big difference
If we stopped buying Bissell Green machine that would send a message. Bring them to their head office, and launch a class action lawsuit.
There may be something there actually, but it’s possible they know that and that’s why they change the models every couple years?
@@thubprint they've made these in different variations since like 1991
Move yet?
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Can I have one?
This was not an easy fix 😂😢
Doesn’t properly explain how to fix, waste of my time
this vido just shows how shit of a product it is .