Therma-Steem® Model 400
February 15, 2019
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Therma-Kleen Model 400 is designed for use with a normal 120 or 240-volt
grounded circuit. The 120-volt units have a grounded cord and plug such as what
is illustrated in picture “A”
, while the 240-volt units have a grounded plug & cord
such as shown in picture “B”
.
DO NOT
remove the ground prong on the power cord. This will void the warranty
on your machine and can be dangerous because it does not protect the user.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE:
See owner’s manual for power requirements of your particular model prior to
operating this machine. Always wear gloves, goggles, long sleeve coat or shirt and long
pants or coveralls.
1.
Before plugging in the electrical cord, Check to insure ALL switches are in the “OFF”
position.
2.
Remove the air vent cap from the reservoir (on top of machine). Using the funnel
provided. Fill the reservoir with clean water, from a measured container, taking
care not to spill or overfill the reservoir tank (approx. 2 gal. when empty). Distilled
water is recommended.
3.
Plug the Model 400 Vapor Steam Cleaner into an appropriately grounded 120 or
240-volt outlet as applicable.
a)
Removing the ground on the electrical cord is not only dangerous but
will also void the warranty. If an extension cord is to be used, it should
be at least 12-gauge and no longer than 50 ft.
4.
Turn the MAIN Power switch to the “ON” position.
5.
If the boiler requires water, the reservoir pump will turn on. This is indicted by the
blue light and a vibrating sound.
6.
After the pump has stopped, it is now safe to turn the heater switch to the “ON”
position.
IMPORTANT:
Never turn the heater switch to the “ON” position until the pump has
stopped, indicating the boiler is full.
7.
You can now top off the reservoir, if desire, with water and replace the air vent cap
taking care not to over tighten.
8.
When the boiler is a
t full operating temperature the “HEATER LIGHT” (amber) will
go out. This will go on and off as needed.
9.
Put attachments on the gun making sure connections are hand tight and adjust the
flow of steam with the knob located on the side of the machine. Wear gloves.
