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Notes
 If there is no or not enough water in the steam boil-
er, the water pump starts and supplies water from
the reservoir into the steam boiler. The filling pro-
cess may take several minutes.
 The appliance briefly closes the valve every 60
seconds. This will prevent the valve from sticking.
There will be a slight audible click. The steam de-
livery is not impaired by this.
In case of water shortage, the indicator lamp "water
shortage" glows red in the water reservoir and a signal
can be heard.
 Fill the water reservoir up to the "MAX" marking.
Notes
 Every time there is not enough water in the steam
boiler, the pump automatically supplies water from
the water reservoir into the steam boiler. If the wa-
ter reservoir is empty, the water pump is not able to
fill the steam boiler and the steam tapping is
blocked.
 The water pump tries to fill the steam boiler in short
intervals. If the filling process is successful, the red
indicator lamp goes off.
Use the selector switch for the steam volume to regulate
the discharged steam. The selector switch has three po-
sitions:
 Set selector switch to the required steam volume.
 While operating the steam switch, always direct the
steam gun at a separate piece of cloth until the
steam is emitted evenly.
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 Press the OFF switch to turn off the appliance.
 Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
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 Push the steam switch until steam discharge stops.
Now, the boiler of the appliance is unpressurized.
 Move the child protection unit toward the back
(steam lever locked).
 Press the cover of the appliance connector to the
bottom and disconnect the steam plug from the ap-
pliance connector.
 Empty the residual water from the water reservoir.
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 Put the extension pipes into the large accessory
compartments.
 Insert the manual nozzle and detail nozzle onto
each extension pipe.
 Attach the big round brush to the small detail noz-
zle.
 Put the small round brush and nozzles into the me-
dium accessory compartment.
 Hook the floor nozzle into the parking position.
 Wrap the steam hose around the extension pipes
and insert the steam pistol into the floor nozzle.
It is recommended to sweep or vacuum the floor prior
to using the steam cleaner. This way, the floor is already
cleared of dirt/loose particles prior to the wet cleaning.
Prior to treatment with the steam cleaner, always check
the reaction of the textiles in an inconspicuous location:
Steam at first, then let dry and then check for colour or
shape changes.
When cleaning painted or plastic-coated surfaces, as
found on kitchen and living room furniture, doors, par-
quet; wax, furniture polish, plastic surfaces or paint can
come loose or stains can be created. When cleaning
these surfaces, briefly steam a cloth and wipe the sur-
faces with it.
ATTENTION
Never direct the steam jet at glued edges as the edge
band may loosen. Do not use the steam cleaner on un-
sealed wooden or parquet floors.
In case of low outside temperatures, especially in the
winter, warm up the window pane by slightly steaming
the entire glass surface. This will prevent tensions on
the surface which might lead to glass breakage.
Then clean the window surface with the hand nozzle
and attachment. Use a squeegee to remove the water
or wipe the surfaces dry.
ATTENTION
Do not direct steam onto the sealed locations of the win-
dow frame to prevent damage.
You can use the steam gun without any additional ac-
cessories, e.g.:
–
to remove light wrinkles from hanging clothes by
steaming them at a distance of 10 to 20 cm.
– to remove dust from plants. Here, keep a distance
of 20-40 cm.
– for moist dusting, by briefly steaming the cloth and
wiping the furniture with it.
The closer this nozzle is to the contaminated area, the
higher the cleaning effect, as the temperature and the
steam are highest at the nozzle output. Especially suit-
ed for cleaning difficult access locations, joints, fittings,
drains, sinks, toilets, blinds and heaters. Heavy lime
scale can be drenched in vinegar prior to steam-clean-
ing. Let the vinegar penetrate for about 5 minutes.
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 Install detail nozzle on the steam gun.
Refilling Water
Adjusting the Steam Quantity
Maximum steam volume
Reduced steam volume
No steam - child protection
Note:
In this lever position, the steam lever cannot
be used.
Turning Off the Appliance
Storing the Appliance
How to use the accessories
Important application instructions
Cleaning floor surfaces
Refreshing textiles
Cleaning of Coated or Lacquered Surfaces
Cleaning of Glass
Steam gun
Detail nozzle
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