Dirt Devil SM08 User manual

(5-in-1 and 11-in-1)
MULTI-FUNCTION
STEAM CLEANER
USER GUIDE
DDS04-E01/DDS04-P01

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WARNING
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This steamer is intended for
household use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the steamer indoors and
keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose
clothing away from moving parts
and openings whilst using
the steamer.
• This steamer can be used by
persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the
steamer. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
performed by children without
supervision
• Please refer to oor manufacturer’s
care recommendations before use,
and test your ooring/carpet/rugs
by running the steamer over a small
hidden area, if no pile distortion or
no damage occurs continue
cleaning. Not suitable for use on
wax polished oors or furniture,
acrylic surfaces and synthetic,
velvet or steam/water sensitive
materials
• This steamer should not be used to
clean electrical appliances such as
microwaves, televisions and
electrical heating systems etc.
• Only Dirt Devil recommended
cloths and accessories should
be used with this steamer. This
steamer is a water only product,
using detergents will invalidate the
guarantee.
• Don’t touch any hot areas/
accessories on your steamer.
It’s normal for the steamer and
accessories to heat up during use,
always allow them to cool down
before handling.
• Don’t leave the steamer turned on
when unattended.
• Don’t use the steamer if it has been
dropped, damaged, immersed in
water or left outdoors.
• Don’t run over the power cord or
use steamer if the power cord or
plug is damaged. Please contact
our Customer Care Line.
• Don’t handle the plug or use the
steamer with wet hands. Don’t pull
or carry the steamer by the power
cord.
• Don’t use the power cord as a
handle, don’t pull the power cord
around corners or sharp edges or
close a door over the power cord.
DON'TS

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WARNING
• Don’t unplug the steamer by pulling
on the power cord.
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages
with sharp objects as this may
cause damage to the steamer,
remove blockages only as
instructed in this guide.
• Don’t aim the steamer at people,
animals, plants and electrical
components or wires. Never
touch the steam jet (there is a risk
of scalding).
• Don’t use the steamer with
incorrect voltage as this may result
in damage or injury to the user. The
correct voltage is listed on the
ratings label.
• Don’t use the steamer to clean or
refresh any items of clothing that
are still being worn on the body.
DON'TS CONTINUED...
• Always ll the water tank with
water only. Never add perfume,
stain remover or products
containing alcohol. Filling the water
tank with hot or boiling water will
damage the steamer and invalidate
the guarantee.
• Always vacuum your carpets
thoroughly and ensure hard oor
areas are free from grit and debris
before using your steamer.
• Always unplug the steamer and
allow to cool before carrying out
any maintenance.
• Turn off all controls on the steamer
before disconnecting or
connecting the power cord, after
use always wrap the power cord
around the cord clips.
• Take extra care when cleaning on
the stairs.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug
with a British 13amp fuse. Always
protect the power cord from
heated surfaces and open ames.
• Use only CE approved 13amp
extension cords, non-approved
extension cords can overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange
the extension cord as it could be a
trip hazard.
• Store the steamer in a cool, dry
area away from children. Before
storing the steamer please make
sure the water tank is thoroughly
clean and empty.
DO'S

HI. WElCOmE.
PRODUCT
REgISTRATION
For quick reference, please record your product information below.
Model #:
Serial number:
(serial number located on the back or bottom of product)
Guarantee Registration
Be sure to register your product online at www.DirtDevil.co.uk
Hint: Attach your sales receipt to this User Guide. Verification of date of purchase may be
required for warranty service of your Dirt Devil®product.
Congrats on purchasing your new MULTI
FUNCTION STEAM CLEANER. Inside, you’ll find
everything you want to know from tools to how to.
So what are you waiting for? LET’S GO.™
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TABlE OF
CONTENTS
Let's talk safety 3
Overview 6
Before use 8
Assembly 9
How to 10
Care & Maintenance 16
Troubleshooting 16
Guarantee 19

Handle
Handheld steam
trigger (hidden)
Handle release button
Handheld handle
On / off and steam
control dial
Power indicator
Water tank cap
Water tank (Part of unit)
Floorhead
Carpet glider
Quick cord
release hook
Quick cord
release hook
Accessory floorhead
release button
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OVERVIEW
TECHNICAL
DATA
Type of appliance:
Multi function steam cleaner
Model name:
5-in-1 / 11-in-1
Model number:
DDS04-E01 / DDS04-P01
Voltage:
220-240V ~, 50 Hz
Power:
1500W
Water capacity:
330ml
Power cord length:
5m
Heat up time:
30secs
Steam time:
15mins
Weight:
2.1kg
INCLUDED WITH
YOUR MACHINE
5-in-1
x1 Microfibre Pad
x1 Carpet Glider / Cooling Tray
x1 Concentration Nozzle
x1 Small round brush
x1 Grout brush
11-in-1
x2 Microfibre Pad
x1 Carpet Glider / Cooling Tray
x1 Concentration Nozzle
x1 Small round brush
x1 Grout brush
x1 Utility Head
x1 Utility Head Pad
x1 Window Squeegee
x1 Measuring Cup
x1 Hose
x1 Metal Brush
x1 Microfibre Pad
x1 Carpet Glider / Cooling Tray
x1 Concentration Nozzle
x1 Small round brush
x1 Grout brush
x2 Microfibre Pad
x1 Carpet Glider / Cooling Tray
x1 Concentration Nozzle
x1 Small round brush
x1 Grout brush
x1 Utility Head
x1 Utility Head Pad
x1 Window Squeegee
x1 Measuring Cup
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x1 Metal Brush
x1 Hose
We reserve the right to make changes to
technical and design specifications in the
interest of continuous product improvement.
© Dirt Devil.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEANING
1. Test for colour fastness in a small hidden area of upholstery/fabric to
check for colour removal before use.
2. When using the steamer, basic safety precautions should always be
observed.
3. Don’t aim the steamer at people, animals, plants and electrical components
or wires. Never touch the steam jet or floorhead from a short distance
(there is a risk of scalding).
4. The steamer is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal cut-out. If for any
reason the steamer overheats it will switch off. If this happens turn off and
unplug the steamer, allow to cool for at least 2 to 4 hours and re-try.
5. Don’t use hot or boiling water to fill or clean water tank.
IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer's care recommendations before use and test the
steamer on a hidden area of flooring/surface to begin with.
The steamer head gets very hot during use. Always switch off the
steamer before emptying the water tank or changing the cleaning
pads/accessories.
CAUTION
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BEFORE USE / ASSEmBlY
The steamer head gets very hot during use. Always switch off the
steamer before emptying the water tank or changing the cleaning
pads/accessories.
ASSEMBLING YOUR STEAMER
Push the main body
down into the
floorhead until it clicks
into place.
Push the handle into
main body until it
clicks into place.
Stand the steamer
upright by pushing the
main body forward to
lock into position.
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YOUR
MULTI FUNCTION
STEAM CLEANER IS
READY TO CLEAN! NEED HELP?
Go to www.DirtDevil.co.uk or
contact our Customer Service
Department at 0330 026 2626
(Mon-Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm)

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FILL THE WATER TANK
1. Remove floorhead and
handle and place steamer on
flat surface. Twist water tank
cap anti clockwise and lift
to remove.
2. Do not fill directly from tap
or over sink. Keep steamer
on flat surface. Use the
measuring jug and fill the
tank with 330ml (2 x 165ml)
of filtered water.
3. Replace cap, align tabs
and twist clockwise to
tighten.

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HOW TO
IMPORTANT: Never use the steamer without a cleaning pad attached to the floorhead.
IMPORTANT: Never leave the steamer on one spot for an extended period of time or with a damp or
wet microfibre pad attached as this may damage the floor surface.
CLEAN HARD FLOORS
1. Place the microfibre pad
on the floor white side facing
up. Place the floorhead onto
microfibre pad making sure
the microfibre pad covers the
entire floorhead.
2. Plug into mains, turn dial
to ‘ON’; the amber light will
illuminate to indicate power
on. The steamer will be ready
after approximately
30 seconds.
3. To steam your floors twist
the steam control dial to
desired setting. Steam is
activated automatically. Take
care when changing settings
during cleaning.
4. Place foot onto the
floorhead and pull handle
backwards to recline.
5. Move the steamer slowly
backwards and forwards
across the floor paying
particular attention to high
traffic areas.
6. Turn dial to ‘OFF’ position
and allow steamer to cool,
the amber light will switch off.
Hold corner of pad down with
your foot and lift steamer to
peel away.
TIP: Product needs to be
assembled after filling the tank.
Attach the floorhead and handle
before cleaning floors.

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USE THE MACHINE AS A HANDHELD
1. Push handle release
button and lift handle to
remove.
2. Press accessory release
button and lift steamer to
release floorhead.
3. Push concentration nozzle
into steamer until it clicks
into place.
4. Plug into mains, turn the
dial to ‘ON’ position. The
amber light will illuminate
to indicate power on. The
steamer will be ready after
approximately 30 seconds.
5. Twist the steam control dial
to desired setting.
6. To produce steam squeeze
the trigger in short bursts.
Don’t hold the trigger
continuously to prevent over
wetting.

Always allow tools and accessories to cool down before removing.
CAUTION
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HOW TO
ATTACH THE ACCESSORIES
1. Small tools can be attached via the
concentration nozzle. Push together to click
into position and secure.
ATTACH THE BRUSHES
1. Push the accessory
connector onto the
steamer nozzle until it
clicks into place.
2. Line up hose
with the accessory
connector, twist and
push to lock into place.
3. Line up concentration
nozzle with the hose,
twist and push to lock
into place.
4. Choose an
accessory.
5. Line up accessory
with concentration
nozzle, twist and push
to lock into place.
6. Adjust the steam
control dial to switch
On/Off and for
adjusting steam control.
ATTACH THE ACCESSORY HOSE
7. To produce steam,
squeeze the steam
trigger.

Always allow tools and accessories to cool down before removing.
CAUTION
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USE THE ACCESSORIES
CONCENTRATION NOZZLE
Use to remove soap scum in
baths and shower enclosures
and to clean heavily soiled
areas in kitchens.
SMALL BRUSH
Ideal for any surface from
tiles, sinks, toilets and oven
tops.
GROUT BRUSH
Lifts embedded dirt from in
between tiles.
UTILITY HEAD AND PAD
Attach utility pad to utility
head for use on upholstery
and clothes. Do not use
detergent on fabrics and
upholstery.
SQUEEGEE
Great for leaving your
windows, tiles and mirrors
gleaming.
METAL BRUSH
Strong metal bristles to lift
resilient grime from tough
surfaces. Use when deep
cleaning your oven, wire
racks or BBQ to make light
work of difficult cleaning
tasks. Not for use on soft or
delicate surfaces or material/
upholstery.

Always switch OFF the steamer when fitting and removing the
microfibre cleaning pads.
CAUTION
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HOW TO
USE ON CARPETS
1. Place the microfibre
pad on the floor
white side facing up.
Place steamer onto
pad making sure the
entire pad covers the
floorhead.
REFRESHING CARPETS
5. Place your foot on
floorhead and pull
handle backwards to
recline.
6. Move the steamer
slowly backwards
and forwards across
the carpet paying
particular attention
to high traffic areas.
7. To release the
carpet glider, place
your foot on clip
and push down. Lift
steamer to remove.
3. Plug into mains, turn
dial to ‘ON’ position,
the amber light will
illuminate to indicate
power on.
4.Twist the steam
control dial to
desired setting.
Steam is activated
automatically. Take
care when changing
settings during
cleaning.
2. With microfibre
pad attached, push
steamer into front
of the carpet glider,
then place back of
the floorhead into
the clip. The carpet
glider should only be
used when refreshing
carpets.
IMPORTANT: Take care removing carpet glider with foot. Make sure steamer is OFF and
has cooled down.
IMPORTANT: Always allow the steamer to fully cool down before removing the microfibre
cleaning pad.

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EMPTYING THE WATER TANK
1. Remove floorhead and
handle and place steamer on
flat surface. Twist water tank
cap anti clockwise and lift to
remove.
2. Empty any excess water
over the sink.
The microfibre/utility cleaning pads are machine washable
(Max 40C) allow to fully dry before use.
IMPORTANT: Don’t use bleach or fabric softener when washing the microfibre cleaning pad.
IMPORTANT: Never remove the water tank cap with the product upright as water could leak out –
always remove the floorhead and handle and place handheld on a flat surface before removing the
water tank cap.
CLEANING THE MICROFIBRE/
UTILITY CLEANING PAD
40C
MAX 24hr

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CARE & mAINTENANCE
CLEARING BLOCKAGES
1. Push the floorhead release
button and lift the main body
from the floorhead to remove.
Also remove the handle.
2. Use a small thin object
such as a paper clip to insert
into the nozzle and
clear any blockage.
3. To clear a blockage in
the floorhead, remove the
microfibre pad from the
floorhead, insert a small
thin object, such as a paper
clip, into the steam holes to
remove any blockage.
IMPORTANT: Turn dial on steamer to ‘OFF’ position, switch off at mains and unplug safely.
Allow to fully cool down before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

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NOTE:
If you were unable to solve the problem using the information in the table above, please contact
our Customer Service (UK) 0330 026 2626.
Problem Solution
Is there an
accessory missing?
Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the
part is included with your steamer.
Why does my
steamer have no
power?
Check the on/off control dial position.
Check the amber light is illuminated.
The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace
with a British 13amp fuse.
Why is the steamer
not producing
steam?
There may be no water in water tank, check the water tank has
water.
Check the water tank cap is securely fitted onto the water tank.
The water may not yet be at temperature. The steamer will take
approximately 30 seconds to heat up.
Steam path may be blocked. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.
Check steam control dial has been turned to ‘on’.
Water tank level may be low, refill with water.
Why won’t the
microfibre pad pick
up dirt?
The microfibre pad may already be saturated or dirty.
Wash the microfibre cleaning pad, go to ‘Taking care of your
machine’.

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responsibility, declare that the DDS04-E01/DDS04-P01 series is manufactured in compliance with the following
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