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Problem Possible cause Solution
Dirty water,
brown stains or
white flakes come
out of the steamer
head and stain
the garment.
Chemical or
additives is added
into the water
tank.
Never use chemical or
additives with the
appliance. Fill the water
tank with water and
allow it to steam out 1
full tank to rinse off
chemical residues.
For stain on garment,
rinse off any stains under
running water.
For stain on steamer
head, wipe any deposits
off the steamer head
with a damp cloth.
Depending on
where you stay, the
water hardness
level may be high
and results in fast
scale builds up.
Ensure that water tank is
emptied after a steaming
session. It is recommended
to use a combination of
demineralization/distilled
water (50%) mixed with
tap water (50%).
At the start of a steaming
session, set the steam setting
to be in MAX mode. Hold
the steamer head away from
the garment and press the
steam trigger for 10 seconds
to release the initial gush of
water droplets.
For stain on garment,
rinse off any stains under
running water.
For stain on steamer
head, wipe any deposits
off the steamer head
with a damp cloth.