Hotpoint SM S15 CAW UK, Operating Instructions Manual

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structions from the floor manufacturer.
BEFORE USE
The product will be inspected through many
testing process before production and selling to
make sure the best quality. So it is normal that you
find drops in the water tank when you opening the
package.
Assembling (A)
Assemble the steam mop as follows:
1. Fit the telescopic tube (9) into its housing (6).
Push until you hear the click.
2. Adjust the length of the telescopic handle (9)
operating on the lever (10).
3. Put the cleaning pad on the floor with the back
side (the side with care label) facing up. Pick up
the steam mop and press on the cleaning pad.
USING THE STEAM MOP (B - C)
Do not use the steam mop without the pad
because the appliance and the floor could get
damaged.
Before pouring water into the tank, please
disconnect the power.
1. Open the water tank cover
2. Use the filling jug (21) to fill the water tank (3).
Please do not overfill.
The “MAX” level on the filling jug corrisponds to
the maximum capacity of the water tank
(250ml).
To make sure safety of the product use, don’t
put any chemical agent when pouring water into
the tank.
In order to prolong the life of the product, if you
live in hard water area, we reccomend mixing
tap water with demineralised water according to the
following table.
Hardness
degree [°f]
Proportion
[tap water:demineralised water]
<15°f 1:0
15°f - 23°f 2:1
23°f - 30°f 1:1
30°f - 45°f 1:2
45°f - 60°f 1:3
>60°f 0:1
3. Press and close the water tank cover (4) tightly.
4. Pull and twist the quick release cord holder (13)
to unwrap the power cord completely. Put the
power cord into the cord clip (11).
ovens. During cleaning keep sufficient di-
stance from sockets or like that are instal-
led in the floor.
• Keep your work area well lighted.
• Use only on flat, horizontal surfaces.
• Make sure that no part of the body is ever posi-
tioned underneath the mop head.
• Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children, pets or plants.
• When in use, never turn the appliance over or
on its side. Never direct steam towards people,
animals or plants.
• Do not clean surfaces that are contaminated by
substances hazardous to health. The hot steam
can release these substances.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with any opening that is blocked.
• Do not put hands or feet under the steam mop.
The unit gets very hot.
• Do not use the appliance to clean pressurized
containers or containers with unknown content.
There is a risk of rupture or explosion.
• Please add cleaning pad before using the unit.
• Do not use the appliance if the water tank is
empty.
• Do not add boiling water, cleaning solutions,
scented perfumes, oils or any other chemicals
to the water used in this appliance as this may
damage the unit or make it unsafe for use.
• Carefully remove the microfibre cleaning pad im-
mediately after you have unplugged and allowed
the steam mop to cool (about 3-5 minutes).
• Always unplug before cleaning the appliance,
then use dry/wet pad to clean. Do not use al-
cohol, benzene or thinners to clean the applian-
ce, to avoid damage outlook.
• Store steam mop indoors in a cool and dry place.
• Do not store unit with damp or wet microfibre
cleaning pad attached. Residual moisture on the
cleaning pad can cause odours or even mould
growth
• When cleaning, never remain on one spot too
long. This may damage the surface.
• Ensure proper ventilation during and after work.
Your steam mop is designed to clean hard
floor surfaces that will withstand high heat.
Do not use on unsealed wood or unglazed cera-
mic floors. On surfaces that have been treated
with wax or some no wax floors, the sheen may be
removed by the heat and steam action. It is always
recommended to test an isolated area of the surfa-
ce to be cleaned before proceeding. We also re-
commend that you check the use and care in-