Idromatic Astra Steamer Hybrid, Instruction Manual

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d. FILL THE FUEL TANK:
Make sure there is enough Diesel in the fuel tank (at least 5-6liters). If not,
please refill the fuel tank through the inlet 7 (fig.07) making sure that the fuel used is filtered and of good
quality (dirty fuel may damage the boiler, in particular the fuel pump)
7. WORKING WITH STEAM – START UP, OPERATION AND SHUTDOWN
a. START UP:
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Rotate the switch to position 1 (fig.01) to and then release the switch. It will automatically go
to position .

Open the STEAM outlet by pressing the corresponding button switch on the gun (see picture below).
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ASTRA STEAMER HYBRID will automatically start to fill the
boiler with water. This operation is signaled by the following:
+ continuous beep + .
When the water in the boiler has reached a suitable level the
burner will start up and will continue for approximately 2’.
During this phase the burner heats the water to reach maximum
temperature.
During use, the machine will refill the boiler as needed, signaled
by . Make sure to open and close the trigger to vent the
boiler during start up.

Wait until the burner indicator light has shut off before starting to operate the machine. This signals
that the nominal operating pressure has been reached. The burner will continue to function for another 2’
approximately.
b. REGULAR OPERATION:
Press the button on the gun and use the machine following the safety precautions in section and pay attention
to keep the nozzle at a minimum distance of 10cm from the surface to be cleaned. Do not point the steam jet
towards face and/or body parts even if protected.
During regular operation ASTRA STEAMER HYBRID will automatically maintain working conditions (temperature
and pressure) by turning on the water pump and burner .
Refill the fuel tank only with DIESEL. Refilling the tank with dirty or
diluted fuel can seriously damage the fuel pump and compromise
the machine’s functioning.
High-pressure jets can be dangerous if improperly used. The jet may
not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or at
the appliance itself.
For Car Wash purposes make sure to keep the nozzle at a distance no
closer than 30cm of the automobile.
Fig 3 STEAM OUTLET BUTTON