Home Touch Perfect Steam PRO PS-300 Instruction Manual

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Consumer Relations
Home Touch
Service Center, Dept. 168
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Commerce Township,
MI 48390
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Home Touch™, Perfect Steam™, Safe Touch™ y Steam on Demand™ son marcas
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de obra durante el período de dos años a partir de la fecha original de
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL
PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN
CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING
THE FOLLOWING:
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
BURNS, ELECTROCUTION, FIRE OR
INJURY TO PERSONS:
•Read all instructions before using
• To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam
vents, check appliance before each use by holding it away from
body and operating steam button.
•Use appliance only for its intended use.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance
in water or other liquids.
•Never pull cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and
pull to disconnect.
•Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let appliance cool
completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around
appliance when storing.
•Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with
water or emptying, and when not in use.
•Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord, or if the appliance
has been dropped or damaged. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance.
•Return to HoMedics Service Center for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly or repair could cause a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons when the appliance is used.
•Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or
near children. Do not leave appliance unattended while connected.
•Burns could occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use
care when you turn a steam appliance upside down – there may be hot water
in the reservoir.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening or hose.
•Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used
or where oxygen is being administered.
• Surfaces of this appliance may be hot when in use. Do not let eyes or bare skin
touch heated surfaces.
• Do not place the steam nozzle directly on any surface or on the appliance power
cord while it is hot or plugged in. Use the stand provided.
• Unplug this appliance before filling or emptying. Do not overfill.
• Always keep the hose and nozzle elevated above the water container.
• To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
• Do not use an extension cord to operate the appliance. If an extension cord is
absolutely necessary, a 15 ampere rated cord should be used. Cords rated for
less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that
the cord cannot be pulled or tripped over.
• Never pour water directly into reservoir. Pour water in water tank only.
• When changing attachments, please be sure the unit is off and no steam is being
released to avoid contact with hot water.
• Use caution when changing attachments as they may contain hot water from
condensation. Ensure the attachments are dry or cooled off to avoid contact
with hot water.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
the electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DA N G E R
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in
doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the product - if it
will not fit the outlet, you may temporarily use an
adapter (such as the one shown in Figure B) until you
have a proper outlet (such as the one shown in Figure
C) installed by a qualified electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a
grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Figure A.
A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in
Figure B may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in Figure D if a properly grounded outlet
is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet Figure C can be installed by
a qualified electrician. The tab for grounding screw Figure B
extending from the adapter must be connected to a
permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box
cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place
by a metal screw. SeeFigures Dand E.
Perfect Steam Fe a t u r e s
•Safe for use on all types of fabrics
• Quick heat-up feature emits steam in 1 minute
• Convenient integrated garment hanger
• Telescoping design for compact storage
•5’ flexible hose with Safe Touch™ double insulation for safe and
comfortable handling
•Steam on Demand™ feature turns steam on & off with
the push of a button
•3 nozzle accessories: Brush, Fabric Comb, and Lint Brush
•Easy-fill water tank provides up to 1 hour of continuous steam
•Rolling casters for excellent mobility
•Convenient drain at base
Assembly Instructions
1. Carefully remove all contents from packaging and inspect the
product to make sure all components have been received (Fig.
10).
2. Insert pole into top of unit. Match the grooves on the pole with the
notches in the pole connector and push down. Securely screw the
cap on the pole over the connector by turning it clockwise (Fig. 1).
3. To attach the hanger attachment, align tabs in plastic hanger with
grooves on pole and push down (Fig. 2).
4. Fully extend the telescopic pole. To do so open the 3 clips on the
pole and pull the pole upwards (Fig. 2). When fully extended
close the clips. Make sure that the pole is securely locked into
place and cannot be pushed downward.
5. Slide the nozzle over the handle until both sides of the handle
snap into place. (Fig. 3).
6. Select the desired attachment you wish to use and snap into place
on the nozzle: Fabric Brush, Fabric Comb and Lint Brush.
7. You may hang the steamer handle on the hanger attachment.
(Fig. 5)
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Figure A
Grounding Pin
Adapter
Tab for
Grounding
Screw
Figure B
Grounded
Outlet
Figure D
Figure C
Figure E
Metal Screw
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Po l e
Tu rn
Cli p s
Plastic Hanger
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Instructions for Use
1. Remove the water tank from the unit by grasping the handle and
turn upside down. Unscrew the cap from the bottom of the water
tank. Hold the tank under cold running water and fill to the
desired level (Fig. 6). DO NOT overfill. When you have fi ni sh ed
filling the tank screw the cap back on and turn over (Fig. 7).Place
water tank back into unit and make sure it is sitting properly &
securely in the cavity. NOTE: Only fill the water tank with cold
water, DO NOT use HOT water.
2. Plug the steamer cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. Turn the On/Off switch to the On position. The switch will light to
indicate that the garment steamer is on. Steam will be ready in 60
seconds.
4. To steam your garments hold the handle while pressing the Steam
on Demand™ button (Fig. 8). Steam will release in 10 seconds.
To stop steaming release the button.
5. When you are finished with your steaming session place the
On/Off switch in the Off position and remove the plug from the
outlet.
NOTE: Be cautious when handling until steamer has fully cooled.
Cleaning and Maintenance
1. Allow the steamer to cool for at least 30 minutes.
2. Empty any excess water from the water tank and allow it to air dry
before replacing the cap and setting it back in the unit.
3. Empty excess water from the reservoir by removing the drain plug
(Fig. 10) and tipping unit.
S t o r i n g
1. Open the 3 clips (Fig. 2) on the telescopic pole and glide it slowly
to collapse being careful not to pinch your fingers. When it is all
the way down close the 3 clips back into place.
2. Coil the hose and place on the hanger attachment (Fig. 9)
3. Store the cord on the cord wrap attachment.
NOTE: Do not wrap the power cord around the unit.
Handle
Hose
Steam on Demand™ Button
Steamer Nozzle
Hanger Attachment
Pole
Pole Connector
Water Tank
On/Off Switch
Drain Plug
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 10
Figure 6
Figure 5
Bru s h
Steam on
Com a nd™
But t on
Figure 9
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Removing Mineral Buildup
One common problem with steamers is mineral buildup caused by the high
mineral content in many municipal water supplies. Mineral residue inside of the
internal pipes and heater can cause intermittent steaming or in severe cases no
steaming at all.
The best way to avoid this is to use de-mineralized or distilled water in the unit.
The procedure below can be used to clear mineral buildup. If you are unable to
use de-mineralized or distilled water we recommend you use this procedure
monthly to help avoid mineral buildup.
1. Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the pole from the unit.
3. Remove the water tank from the main unit and drain any water in the unit.
4. Make a mixture of 50% vinegar and 50% water. In most cases 1 cup of this
mixture will be sufficient.
5. Slowly pour the water-vinegar mixture into the water tank and
let stand for 40 minutes.
6. Drain the water using the drain plug.
7. Pour clean water through the water tank until the vinegar smell dissipates.
8. Reassemble the unit and operate normally.
If the procedure above does not return the unit to normal operation, the unit may
need servicing.
Trouble Shooting the Steamer
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Steamer fails to heat Steamer not plugged in Plug in to electrical outlet
No steam Water level is low Turn ON/OFF switch OFF and
refill water container
Steam on Demand™ Press the Steam on
isn’t engaged Demand™ button
Water drips from nozzle Condensation in hose Hold the hose vertically and
allow water to drain back into
tank
Nozzle gurgles Condensation in hose Hold the hose vertically and
allow water to drain back into
tank
Steam is intermittent Sediment build-up in Follow the procedure for
container removing mineral build-up
NOTE: 1. Water mineral content and conditions will vary in different
areas. To insure continued operation of the steamer, never
store without cleaning and removing excess water from the
resevoir and water container.
2. In areas where the voltage exceeds 120V, it may be
necessary to clean your unit more frequently.
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