Faro STEAM User manual

FaroSTEAM
Instruction Manual
Rev 0.0 Edition 2020/05

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 2 of 10
Table of Contents
1 WARNINGS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS.................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Before use.......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Safety Warnings................................................................................................................................. 3
2 TECHNICAL DATA....................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Protection devices:............................................................................................................................ 4
3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE............................................................................................................................ 5
3.1 Description of the appliance and accessories ................................................................................... 5
3.2 Controls ............................................................................................................................................. 5
3.3 Setup.................................................................................................................................................. 5
3.4 Fitting the Accessories....................................................................................................................... 6
3.4.1 Flexible hose with Grip ............................................................................................................. 6
3.4.2 Short black lance (direct connection with th flexible hose) ..................................................... 7
3.4.3 Circular brush............................................................................................................................. 7
3.4.4 Multifunction Brush................................................................................................................... 7
3.4.5 Extension hoses ......................................................................................................................... 7
3.4.6 Sanix........................................................................................................................................... 8
3.5 Using the Steam Generator............................................................................................................... 8
3.5.1 Before Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 8
3.5.2 After Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 8
3.5.3 Cleaning with steam lance......................................................................................................... 9
3.5.4 Cleaning floors........................................................................................................................... 9
3.6 Lack of water ..................................................................................................................................... 9
4 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Removal of lime scale deposits in the steam generator ................................................................... 9
4.2 Cleaning of the appliance................................................................................................................ 10
5 DISCLAIMER............................................................................................................................................. 10
6 DISPOSAL OF WASTE OR RECYCLING....................................................................................................... 10

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 3 of 10
1WARNINGS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
Strictly follow the instructions and recommendations for maintenance that are the basis of the intended
use.
In case of improper use or failure to comply with the instructions for use, any warranty will not be
recognized.
1.1 Before use
Once the appliance is unpacked, check that no visible damages are present. In case of doubt, do not use the
appliance and contact your service center.
The device is accepted for repair only if equipped with the ORIGINAL PACKAGING. Do not throw the original
packaging.
1.2 Safety Warnings
The appliance must only be used for its intended use.
Before start the using od the appliance, read this manual completely and carefully.
Any use of the appliance in contrast with the instructions in this manual will result in the loss of the
warranty.
The appliance must be connected only to domestic or professional electrical circuits conform to
national and international safety standards.
Do not use the appliance at extreme temperatures. The appliance must be used in a temperature
range between +5 ° C and +40 ° C.
Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the socket is safe and provided with three poles
earthed.
The energy consumption of the appliance can be seen on the mainplate located on the bottom of
the appliance.
Do not leave the appliance unattended. Even in the case of short breaks during work, disconnect
the plug from the socket.
Before handling the appliance, remove the plug from the socket.
Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable.
Protect the power cable from twists, breaks and sharp edges. Keep it away from heat sources.
Do not use the appliance if the power cable or the appliance itself is damaged.
Do not use an extension cord without a Safety Mark, and in no case use cable reels.
If you need to replace the power cable, contact your service center.
The appliance is equipped with a thermal protection switch which can only be activated or replaced
by the manufacturer or an authorized service center.
If the appliance is damaged or does not work properly, it must be turned off immediately. Do not
perform any kind of intervention.
For repairs, contact the manufacturer or your dealer.
If the power supply cable of the appliance is damaged it should be immediately replaced by the
manufacturer or authorized service center.
Never use the appliance with wet hands or feet.
Do not use the appliance nearby sinks, bathtubs, showers or tanks full of water.
Do not dip the appliance, the cable or the plug in water or other liquids.
It is forbidden to use the appliance in explosive environment or rich of oxygen.
Do not use the appliance nearby toxic substances.
Do not use the appliance on surfaces or objects sensitive to heat.
Do not expose the appliance to atmospheric agents.
Do not place the appliance near heated boilers, electric heaters or near heat sources.
Appliances such as televisions, radios, lamps, etc. they must not be cleaned with steam, even when
they are not connected to the mains.

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 4 of 10
The appliance must not be used by children.
Do not press the buttons with excessive force and avoid the use of sharp objects .
Always place the appliance on a stable base.
If the appliance falls from above and /or is damaged, stop using it and contact your service center.
In case of no steam delivery or appliance failure, turn it off and never try to repair it by yourself.
Contact your service center.
In case of repair, use only original spare parts.
When filling the appliance with water, unplug the power plug.
Always keep the appliance horizontal.
Never direct the steam jet into or towards electrical appliances.
Before cleaning the appliance, always unplug the power cord.
Always wait for the appliance to cool before storing it.
Always empty the boiler if the appliance has not been used for more than three weeks.
This appliance has several safety systems, which can only be changed by an authorized service
center.
Never direct the steam jet towards people or animals.
Never touch the steam jet by hand.
Never fill the water tank of the boiler with cleaning detergents or other additives. Use only tap
water.
This appliance is not suitable for use by people (including children) with physical, sensory, mental
disabilities or who do not have the necessary competence or knowledge of use of the appliance.
Watch children to make sure they do not play with the appliance.
The manufacturer declines all liability for damage arising from improper or incorrect use of this appliance
2TECHNICAL DATA
Power supply 230 Vac - 50/60 Hz
Nominal Power 1700 W
Water tank capacity 2.7 l
Maximum pressure 3,9 bar
Net weight 4.5 kg
Electrical control of steam 3 levels on grip of flexible hose
Dimensions (mm) 440 x 280 x 265
Approved Type ML7
Q67004717 SD-1
Manufacturer General Vapour srl - Strada per Castelletto, 19-21
20080 Albairate (MI) Italy
2.1 Protection devices:
Overpressure valve
Protection class IP 24
Electronic control of heating power
Electronic control of the water level in the boiler
Electronic control of water level in the water tank
Automatic reset thermostat
Thermal fuse

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 5 of 10
3INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Description of the appliance and accessories
1. Steam generator
2. Cable compartment
3. Flexible hose
4. Extension hoses
5. Safety cap
6. Multi-function brush
8. Brush for padded products
(sofas, carpets, car seats, etc.)
9. Squeegee (optional)
10.Rectangular brush pad
11.Short black lance
12.Rubber nozzle
13.Circular soft brush brush (Ø
30 mm)
14.Circular brush with nylon
bristles (Ø 60 mm)
15.Circular brush with steel
bristles (Ø 30 mm)
16.Circular brush with bronze
bristles (Ø30mm)
17.Circular brush with nylon
bristles (Ø30mm)
18.Triangular brush pad
19.Cleaning cloth
20.Bottom
3.2 Controls
A Main Switch
B Working pressure light
C Light indicating voltage levels
D No water Light
Steam adjustment:
Power 1: press G
Power 2: press F (G not pressed)
Power 3: press F + G
3.3 Setup
Place the appliance on a flat surface.
Unscrew the safety cap.

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 6 of 10
Fill in the boiler with water using the tunnel.
NOTE: The boiler holds 2 litres.
Only fill the boiler with tap water.
Never add detergents or other chemical additives. The
“safety cap valve” has a special self- locking device
that cannot be opened when the appliance is under
pressure.
Completely unwind the power cord
Plug into earthed socket
ATTENTION
This machine cannot be used for more than 3 hours
continuously
Press the main switch (A).
the light on the main switch when the aplliance is
switched On
Wait for the light (B) to light on.
The green light shows that the working pressure has
reached the maximum level
3.4 Fitting the Accessories
3.4.1 Flexible hose with Grip
Press (F, G) on the grip to adjust the quantity of the steam.
To enable the steam pull the trigger on the flexible grip.
Lift the socket Cover on the steam cleaner.
Insert the plug (H) in the socket on the appliance.
Check that the plug (H) is correctly inserted (pull).

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 7 of 10
3.4.2 Short black lance (direct connection with th flexible hose)
Insert the shrt lance on the grip of the flexible hose. Take
care that the connection clip E is inserted correctly into its
seat D.
3.4.3 Circular brush
Insert the brush on the short lance
3.4.4 Multifunction Brush
Put the stopper in middle position
“Free” (K).
insert the brush on the universal
curve joint.
Move the stopper (K) to the left for
position “Movable” or to the right in
position “locked”.
When the stopper is in position
Movable the brush can rotate of 180°
arund the universal joint.
When the stopper is in position
Locked the brush cannot rotate
arund the universal joint.
3.4.5 Extension hoses
Insert the extension hoses directly on the grip of the flexible hose.
Take care that the connection clip is inserted correctly into its seat.

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 8 of 10
3.4.6 Sanix
Sanix contains 0.5 lt of liquid and must be used at speed 3.
The flow of steam in the upper part generates a venturi effect
and the liquid is delivered together with the steam.
Different detergents can be inserted inside Sanix depending on
the result you want to achieve.
The liquid is slightly superheated in contact with the steam,
when it reaches the surface it will be almost at room
temperature.
Sanix creates a jet of about 1 meter with a diameter of 30 cm.
Use it at a distance of about 50/70 cm from the surface in order
to have an homogenous distribution.
3.5 Using the Steam Generator
3.5.1 Before Cleaning
Warning The steam out of the lance has a temperature of about 130 ° C. For cleaning heat
sensitive materials, keep the lance at a minimum distance of 10-15 cm from the target.
Avoid the use of steam on electric electronic appliances or very sensitive materials.
When the appliance is just switched on, condensing water or gases may form in contact with cold
accessories.
Before use, adjust the steam to power 2-3 (§3.2) and let the appliance run for a few seconds.
Never use the appliance to clean non-heat-resistant materials.
Never leave the steam switch in position 3 for a long time . The normal position 2 is sufficient and
consumes less energy.
If the soil is hard, the first phase will take more time and more cloths could be needed for the normal use of
the steam generator.
3.5.2 After Cleaning
Always turn off the boiler heating switch.
Drain all the steam from the boiler. Otherwise the safety cap will not open.
Remove the power plug.
Before storing the appliance, wait until it has completely cooled down.
If you will not use the appliance for 2 weeks, empty out any water left in the boiler, as described in the
"Lime scale Removal" section § 4.1.

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 9 of 10
3.5.3 Cleaning with steam lance
The lance is used for cleaning surfaces difficult-
to access.
To remove dirt proceed as follows:
 press the steam button (Power 2-3
§3.2;
 dissolve the dirt with the steam jet;
 remove dirt with an absorbent cloth.
NOTE: To eliminate difficult dirt, it is
recommended to use the circular brush
mounted on the lance.
3.5.4 Cleaning floors
Apply an absorbent cloth on the multifunctional brush.
Press the steam button (Power 1-2, see §3.2
Clean the floor without making excessive pressure.
To clean very dirty floors and remove stains, use the brush without of the cloth .
It is not necessary to rub excessively: the steam is sufficient to dissolve the dirt.
Apply a cloth on the brush and remove the dirt.
NOTE: Move the cloth regularly on the brush in order to always use a clean part of the cloth itself.
3.6 Lack of water
The lack of water in the boiler will be indicated by a red light (§3.2)
In this case the heating stops automatically.
What to do
Turn off the boiler heating switch.
Continue to work until all the water remaining in the boiler has been used. If necessary, the self-locking
valve cover cannot be opened. If some water remains into the tank it will not be possible to open the cover
with self locking valve.
Turn off the main switch.
Disconnect the plug.
Unscrew carefully the boiler cover, to allow the residual steam to get out from the boiler
Fill the boiler with water as described in § 3.3 Setup
Reconnect the appliance and start-up as described in point §3.3 Setup
4MAINTENANCE
Always remove the plug from the socket before carrying out cleaning and maintenance on the appliance.
The following operations must only be carried out by competent and trained people!
In any case, it is recommended to contact our authorized assistance service.
4.1 Removal of lime scale deposits in the steam generator
According to the degree of hardness of the tap water, the machine must be cleaned of lime scale
deposits every 3-4 weeks.
Proceed as follows with the appliance cold and not under pressure!
Remove the plug from the socket

FaroSTEAM
Pag. 10 of 10
Fill the boiler with tap water. Do not add other
substances.
Hold the appliance straight and shake vigorously
until all limescale have been removed.
Open the drain plug (see picture on the right) in
the lower part of the boiler using the key on the
boiler closing cap.
Collect the water that comes out of the boiler.
Rinse repeatedly with tap water (without adding
other substances) until all traces of scale are
removed.
Close the drain plug in the lower part of the
boiler.
WARNING
Never use chemicals to clean lime scale or during normal operation.
The appliance requires regular checks and maintenance on various parts of it, these operations
must be carried out by specialized technicians of our company.
These checks are carried under payment.
4.2 Cleaning of the appliance
Clean the appliance and accessories with a wet cloth. Never use steam or dip in water.
5DISCLAIMER
This manual contains the information necessary for correct use, correct handling and qualified technical
support for the maintenance of the machine.
The knowledge and observation of what is indicated in this manual represents the condition for safe
operation and safe maintenance to be performed on the appliance.
Of course, this manual may not contain all the possibilities of use.
If you would like further information or have other questions, please contact the Distributor:
FARO SpA
Via Faro 15
20876 –Ornago (MB)
Italy
www.faro.it
6DISPOSAL OF WASTE OR RECYCLING
To dispose the appliance as special waste according to regulation 2012/19/UE on WEEE
Contact the public points for the disposal and recycling of the waste or to the dealer.
The crossed-out container symbol on the appliance indicates that at the end of use, the product must be
removed separately from other waste.
For this reason, the user must deliver the appliance that will no longer be used in the appropriate centers
for the separate collection of electric and electronic waste or return it to the point of sale when purchasing
a new appliance or similar type.
The adequate collection of ff differentiated appliances, subject to recycling, preparation and removal as
waste, does not harm the environment, contributes to avoiding any negative impact on the environment
and health. In addition, the secondary reuse of the materials from which the appliance was made is
favored.