Black & Decker FSMH1300FX, Manual

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Switching on and off (Fig. F)
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To switch the appliance on, press the ON/Off switch (1).
It takes approximately 15 seconds for the steam mop to
heat up.
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To switch the appliance off, press the ON/Off switch (1).
Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time.
Always place the steam mop supported in the upright position
when stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off
when not in use.
Caution! Always empty the steam mop after use.
Note! When first filled or after running dry, it can take up to 45
seconds for steam to be produced.
Autoselect TM Technology (Fig. E)
This steam mop is fitted with an Autoselect
TM
dial (2) which
shows various cleaning applications. They are used to select
the correct operating mode for your particular cleaning
operation.
Using Autoselect
TM
, choose from one of the following
applications by turning the Autoselect
TM
dial (2) until the
required setting is selected.
Setting Mop Hand Held
Wood/
Laminate
Low steam flow

Tiles/Vinyl Medium steam flow
 
Stone/Marble
High steam flow
  
The steam mop will select the correct volume of steam
required for your particular cleaning operation.
Note: Always check you are using the correct setting before
using your steam mop.
Attaching the hose and accessories to the
hand held steam cleaner
Warning! Inspect the seal between the connection point on
the hand held steam cleaner and the steam hose (12) before
each use. If the seal malfunctions or is damaged, please
contact your nearest authorised repair agent. Do not use the
appliance.
Attaching the hose (Fig. H)
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Press the steam hose release button (17) on the steam
hose (12).
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Connect the steam hose (12) to the hand held steam
cleaner and release the steam hose release button (17)
making sure it clicks into place.
Important! Ensure that the steam hose (12) is securely
connected to the hand held steam cleaner. If steam escapes
from the joint, the hose is incorrectly fitted. Switch off, allow
the unit to cool then remove and refit the hose.
Attaching accessories (Fig I)
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Align the lugs on the steam nozzle (12) with the recesses
on the accessory.
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Press the accessory onto the steam nozzle and twist
anticlockwise until the accessory clicks into place.
Important! All accessories must be attached to the steam
hose (12) for use.
Removing the hose and accessories
Warning! The steam hose (12), Steam nozzle and
accessories become hot during use. Allow the unit and all
accessories to cool before attempting to remove.
Removing an accessory
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Twist the accessory clockwise then pull away from the
hose (12).
Removing the hose
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Press the steam hose release button (17) on the steam
hose (12) and pull away from the hand held steam unit.
Hints for optimum use
General
Caution: Never use the steam mop without first attaching a
cleaning pad.
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Always vacuum or sweep the floor before using the steam
mop.
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The easiest way to use the appliance is to tilt the unit to a
45º angle and clean slowly, covering a small area at a
time.
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Use water only with no additives or chemicals with your
steam mop. To remove stubborn stains from vinyl or
linoleum floors, you can pre-treat with a mild detergent
and some water before using the steam mop.
Steam Cleaning with the mop
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Fit hand steam cleaner to the floor extension (8).
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Place a cleaning pad (10) on the floor with the velcro 'loop'
side facing up.
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Lightly press the steam mop down onto the cleaning pad
(10).
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Connect the steam mop to the mains.
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Press the ON/OFF button (1). It takes approximately 15
seconds for the steam mop to heat up.
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Turn the Autoselect TM dial (2) until the required setting is
reached. After a few seconds steam will start to come out
of the steam head.