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• Ensure that the cable does not become a tripping hazard. It may
not be kinked, pinched or run over.
• Take extreme care if using the appliance in the presence of children
or the handicapped!
• Never leave the Firebird™ unattended particularly if children or
handicapped persons are in the same room.
• The appliance must be stored out of the reach of children.
• Do not allow children to play with the packaging materials (plastic
film).
• Never unscrew the tank cap during use. The tank is under
pressure.
• The appliance may not be tilted by more than 45° during operation.
• Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Keep the appliance away from rain and moisture. The appliance is not
suitable for outdoor use.
• Do not use the steamer to clean swimming pool where water is present
or where it is in direct contact with water.
• Do not operate the appliance without water in the tank. Always fill up
with water in good time.
• Empty the water tank when the appliance is not in use.
• Never fill the tank with anything other than water. Never put
additives (such as perfume, stain remover or products containing
alcohol) in the water as they may damage the appliance or make it
dangerous to use.
• Always remove the main plug from the socket and allow the
appliance to cool down completely before filling with water.
• Do not overfill the tank. Do not exceed the maximum prescribed
filling level. Please use the measuring cup and funnel included with
the Firebird™.
• Ensure that the water tank’s closure cap has been screwed down
carefully before use.
• Only carry the appliance by the handle.
• Do not touch any hot areas on the appliance. It is normal for the
steam cleaner to heat up during operation.
• Do not use the Firebird™ to treat any items of clothing that are still
being worn on the body.
• A little water may drip out of the nozzle from time to time. This is
completely normal and it is merely condensation.
• The force and heat of the steam may have an adverse effect on
some materials. Always check whether a surface is suitable for
treatment with the steamer by carrying out a test beforehand on a
concealed area.
• Always include these operating instructions if passing the steam
cleaner on to a third party.
For Maintenance & Cleaning
• Use only the original accessories.
• To avoid risks, never carry out repairs yourself. Consult an
authorised Service Center for this and have the appliance repaired
by qualified skilled staff using original spare parts.
• Always switch the appliance off, remove the main plug and allow
the Firebird™ to cool down before cleaning or maintaining it.
Preparation
• Check the appliance, cable and accessories regularly for damage.
Do not operate a damaged appliance or damaged accessories.
• Never aim the Firebird™ at people, animals or plants (risk
of scalding)! Do not aim the Firebird™ at electrical systems
or wiring, elements or oven interiors.
• Do not operate the appliance without supervision. Please always
switch the appliance off and remove the main plug from the socket
if leaving the work area.
• The appliance is fitted with a thermostat and a thermal cut-out as
protection against overheating.
• Accessories become hot during use – allow them to cool down
before changing over.
Starting Up
Only fill with pure water without additives of any kind, e.g. perfume,
cleaning agents, alcohol, as they could damage the machine and make
it dangerous to use. It is advisable to use distilled water to prevent
limescale deposits if your water is very hard (over 2.5 mmol/l or 21 °dH).
Otherwise boil the water first to extend the appliance’s service life.
•Do not exceed the maximum quantity of 1.5 quarts when filling the tank!
•Screw the tank cap firmly back on by turning it clockwise under
pressure.
*The heating up time will be shortened if warm water is used when filling.
Cleaning
Only clean the appliance by wiping over the housing with a slightly
moistened cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents, abrasives or alcohol
since they may damage the housing.
We recommend that the tank be rinsed out after 5 filling operations at
the latest if your water hardness is above 1.8 mmol/l (10°dH). Information
regarding local water hardness may be obtained from your water or utility
company. We recommend filling the water tank with water and giving it a
good shake to clean it. This will loosen any limescale that has been de-
posited on the bottom of the Firebird™. Then pour out the water and allow
the tank to dry out completely before closing it.
The water tank should be treated with limescale remover approx. every
6 months to prolong the steam cleaner’s life.
Place one or at most two limescale removal sticks in 1 quart of warm
water (120°F) and fill the water tank with it. Allow the solution to work
for approx. 30 minutes and then pour away the water with the dissolved
solids. Repeat this process if necessary and then rinse out the
tank with water.
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance item Daily Every 6 mths.
Clean and inspect hoses.
Check power supply cable.
Clean machine (after use)
Rinse tank (after use)
Apply limescale remover
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Trouble Shooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The operating pilot
lamp fails to light up.
The appliance is not
plugged into a socket
or is not switched on.
The socket is faulty.
The power cable is
damaged.
Insert the main plug
into a socket or
switch the appliance
on.
Check the socket by
unplugging the Fire-
bird™ and plugging
in a different appli-
ance.
Have the cable
replaced by an
authorised service
agent.
No steam is omitted
when the steam
button is pushed.
The childproof lock is
preventing release of
the steam button.
The water tank is
empty.
Push blue pin on the
right hand side of
steam gun to the left.
Add water.
Only a small amount
of steam flows out.
The steam controller
is on minimum
Turn the steam con-
troller anticlockwise
until sufficient steam
is emitted.
GENERAL INFORMATION