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Therma-Steem® Model XL1 

January 14, 2019 

 

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. 7 gal. when empty). Distilled 
water is recommended.   

3. 

Plug the Vapor Steam Cleaner into an appropriate grounded outlet.  

4. 

Turn the MAIN Power switch to the “ON” position.

 

5.  

Insert the 4 prong (208/220, 480, 575 volt), 3 phase power cord plug into an 
appropriate electrical socket  

6.      Insert the 4 prong, 3 phase power cord plug end into an appropriate electrical 

socket.  Plug end may have to be supplied by the customer to match the existing 
socket in the building.  Make sure the voltage is still correct.  

7.      Then turn the MAIN POWER switch to the 

ON

 position.  The green light will then 

activate.  

8.      If the boiler requires water, the pump will activate, indicated by the 

blue light and a “vibrating

-

type” sound. 

 The boiler will fill with approx. 

4 gallons of water.  It will take approximately 30 minutes to fill the 
boiler when the boiler is empty. 

9.      After the pump sound ends and the blue light goes out, indicating the pump has 

stopped, it is now safe for you to activate the HEATER switch. IMPORTANT: 

NEVER

 

turn 

“ON”

 the HEATER switch until the pump has stopped, indicating the boiler is 

full.  

10. 

Temperature reading is indicated by temperature gauge on panel.  Temperature is 
set by factory.  DO NOT tamper with. 

11.      You may now top off the reservoir (at opening) with water, if desired, replacing 

the reservoir vent cap.  

12.    When the boiler is at maximum temperature (about 3

65˚

 F), the amber HEATER 

light will cycle ON and OFF, indicating highest temperature.  It will take 
approximately 15 minutes to reach maximum temperature. 

13.    Place attachments on gun, ensuring that the connections are hand tightened.    
14.    Then, open the flow of steam with the steam control knob situated on the side of 

the machine. 

15.    When the ADD WATER white light illuminates, the reservoir is empty.  You may 

elect to remove the reservoir vent cap and refill with water and resume cleaning.   

16.    When the blinking red light is activated, this indicates low water in the boiler, the 

alarm will sound and the heater is de-activated.  To re-activate the heater, fill the 
reservoir.  The pump will then fill the boiler from the reservoir.  When the boiler 
has cooled sufficiently (approx. 340

˚

F), the reset button (located under the red 

Summary of Contents for Therma-Steem XL1

Page 1: ...ry 14 2019 1 THERMA KLEEN Operators Manual Therma Steem Model XL1 Made in the USA THERMA KLEEN 2415 E Huron PO Box 805 Au Gres MI 48703 Ph 630 718 0212 Fax 989 876 6640 E mail sales therma kleen com W...

Page 2: ...RMATION 8 GROUNDING 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10 SHUT DOWN 10 CONTROL PANEL 11 STEAM CONTROL VALVE 11 RESERVOIR TANK 11 LOW WATER ALARM 12 BOILER 12 DRAIN 12 HOSE MAINTENANCE 13 COOLING FAN 13 GUN TRIG...

Page 3: ...___________ City _________________________________ State __________ Zip Code __________ Telephone _________________________ E mail ______________________________ Serial ______________________ Date Shi...

Page 4: ...xpands forcing dirt and debris to the surface where the particulate is either suspended in a re condensed water molecule or driven into an absorbent cloth The dry vapor is super heated and is hot enou...

Page 5: ...IC PRECAUTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING 1 ALWAYS Check the machine power steam hose for damage prior to start up If damage is detected it must be repaired prior to use 2 CAUTION Before use check the el...

Page 6: ...ning ALWAYS keep your hands and body away from the nozzle tip during operation and wear appropriate protective clothing a DO NOT touch the steam nozzle while in use or until after it cools b DO NOT gr...

Page 7: ...rds gaskets and O rings 30 DO NOT try to repair your machine contact an Authorized Service Company or the factory Retain your box for shipping 31 DO NOT allow objects to get into the output nozzle Do...

Page 8: ...If the unit should malfunction or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for the electrical current to pass reducing the risk of electrical shock All Therma Kleen units are equipped...

Page 9: ...nd ends and the blue light goes out indicating the pump has stopped it is now safe for you to activate the HEATER switch IMPORTANT NEVER turn ON the HEATER switch until the pump has stopped indicating...

Page 10: ...y location 8 NEVER store the unit in a freezing environment Frozen water will destroy the unit 9 NEVER ship or transport the unit unless it is completely empty of all water CONTROL PANEL A On Off swit...

Page 11: ...p stops pumping indicating that the boiler is full The blue light indicates that the boiler is calling for more water and water is pumping to the boiler The reservoir has a reservoir vent cap which co...

Page 12: ...ug is the other A flathead screwdriver may be used to remove plugs This will release the water Use caution since the water in the boiler may remain hot for a significant period of time Replace plugs c...

Page 13: ...trigger and release steam To lock simply swing the red lever down toward the handle Locked Unlocked MAINTENANCE BOILER Use distilled water to prevent accumulation of mineral deposits WARNING Exposing...

Page 14: ...water tank with this solution iv Turn on the unit allow it to heat up and steam out about of the mixture v Turn off the unit and let it rest for 30 minutes vi Repeat this process until the steam flow...

Page 15: ...ine into the correct voltage 220 480 575 3 phase 480 volt models This unit draws 23 amps Replace with 25 amp fast acting fuse See inside panel for style 575 volt models This unit draws 20 amps Replace...

Page 16: ...ature and pressure as it is being used STANDARD ACCESSORIES INCLUDED 1 25 ft Stainless Steel Hose with Trigger Gun 4031 1 Curved Nozzle Attachment 5013 1 Triangle Brush 5016 1 Blast Nozzle Attachment...

Page 17: ...he Triangle Brush Rough Textured surfaces It is more desirable to clean without a cloth or mitten over the brush Fabrics A cloth is or is not necessary when cleaning fabrics Placing a cloth over the b...

Page 18: ...ce When cleaning a rough textured surface it is more desirable to clean without a cloth over the brush Fabric surface same as Triangle Brush VAPOR VOLUME adjust the volume to about 3 8 Occasionally mo...

Page 19: ...ely removed Once clean wipe the surface with a dry absorbent cloth Clean hard to reach areas and corners first then proceed with the appropriate larger brush NYLON DETAIL BRUSH 1 Dia 2 1 2 Dia Use to...

Page 20: ...a surface and because they are fine they tend to penetrate deeper than other brush materials They are perfect for delicate jobs such as leather vinyl cloth porcelain scratch sensitive plastic Jewelry...

Page 21: ...art 5008 Fuse 208V 3 phase Part 5021 Curved Nozzle Attachment Part 5013 Fuse 220V 3 phase Part 5021 Zero Degree Blast Nozzle Part 5014 Fuse 480V 3 phase Part 5010 Triangle Brush Part 5016 Fuse 575V 3...

Page 22: ...Therma Steem Model XL1 January 14 2019 22 XL PUMP BREAKDOWN For your convenience we have included a breakdown of the XL pump This pump can be repaired with the parts listed on the previous page...

Page 23: ...HERMA KLEEN Inc 4 any consequential or incidental damages arising from the use of a THERMA KLEEN 5 damage due to misapplication or misuse Pump valves and bearings on the Ultra models are not warrantie...

Page 24: ...iability whatsoever in connection therewith No person including any dealer or representative of THERMA KLEEN Inc is authorized to make any representation or warranty concerning THERMA KLEEN Inc produc...

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