Kärcher SC 2 User manual

SC 2 Upright EasyFix
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Contents
Intended use
Use the device only in private households for cleaning
level hard floors (e.g stone floors, tiles, PVC floors, as
well as sealed wooden floors such as parquet and lam-
inate) that can withstand the high temperature, pressure
and moisture of the device. Do not clean any water-sen-
sitive coverings such as untreated cork floors (moisture
can penetrate and damage the floor).
Cleaning agents are not required.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential threat to human health and the environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
Safety instructions SC 2 Upright
Read these safety instructions and the
original instructions before using the de-
vice for the first time. Act in accordance
with them. Keep the two booklets for future reference or
for future owners.
●In addition to the notes in the operating instructions,
you also need to take into consideration the general
safety regulations and accident prevention guide-
lines applicable by law.
●Warnings and information notices attached to the
device provide important information for hazard-free
operation.
Hazard levels
DANGER
●Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will
lead to severe injuries or even death.
몇WARNING
●Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to severe injuries or even death.
몇CAUTION
●Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
●Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to damage to property.
General safety instructions
DANGER ● Risk of asphyxiation. Keep pack-
aging film out of the reach of children.
몇WARNING ● Only use the device for its proper
use. Take into account the local conditions and beware
of third parties, in particular children, when working with
the device. ● Only people who have been instructed on
how to use the device, or have proven their ability to op-
erate it, and have been explicitly instructed to use it,
must use the device. ● Persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities and persons lacking ex-
perience and knowledge may only use the appliance if
they are properly supervised, have been instructed on
use of the appliance safely by a person responsible for
their safety, and understand the resultant hazards in-
volved. ● Children must not operate the device. ● Chil-
dren must be supervised to prevent them from playing
with the appliance. ● Keep the device out of the reach of
children when it is connected to the mains or when it is
cooling down.
몇CAUTION ● Do not use the device if it has
been dropped beforehand, is visibly damaged or if it is
leaking. ● Safety devices are provided for your own pro-
tection. Never modify or bypass safety devices.
Risk of electric shock
DANGER ● Never touch the mains plug and
socket with wet hands. ● Only connect the device to al-
ternating current. The voltage indicated on the type
plate must match the voltage of the power source. ● Do
not direct the steam jet directly onto equipment contain-
ing electrical components, e.g. the interior space of ov-
ens. ● Do not fill the devices with removable water
reservoir directly via the water connection while they are
connected to the mains power. Use a receptacle for fill-
ing. ● Do not use the d in swimming pools which contain
water. ● The mains plug and extension cable connec-
tion must not be in water. ● Do not clean over floor
sockets.
몇WARNING ● Only connect the device to an
electrical connection which has been set up by a quali-
Intended use........................................................ 5
Environmental protection..................................... 5
Accessories and spare parts ............................... 5
Scope of delivery ................................................. 5
Safety instructions SC 2 Upright ......................... 5
For upright machines........................................... 6
Safety devices ..................................................... 7
Description of the device ..................................... 7
Installation ........................................................... 8
Initial Start-Up...................................................... 8
Operation............................................................. 8
Important application instructions........................ 9
How to use the Accessories ................................ 9
Care and service ................................................. 10
Troubleshooting guide ......................................... 11
Warranty .............................................................. 11
Technical data ..................................................... 11

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fied electrician as per IEC 60364-1. ● Only operate the
device in wet rooms, e.g. bathroom, connected to sock-
ets with upstream residual current device. ● Check that
the mains connection cable with mains plug is undam-
aged each time before using the device. To avoid any
possible danger, a damaged mains connection cable
must be immediately replaced by the manufacturer, or
the authorised customer service department or a quali-
fied electrician. ● Do not damage the power supply and
extension cable by running over it, crushing or yanking
it or similar. Protect the power supply cable from heat,
oil and sharp edges. ● Unsuitable electrical extension
cables can be dangerous. Only use electrical extension
cables with a splash guard and a diameter of at least
3x1 mm2.● Only replace couplings on the power supply
or extension cable with those with the same splash
guard and the same mechanical strength. ● Clean tiled
walls with sockets carefully. ● Disconnect the device
from the mains during longer operating breaks, after use
or before performing any maintenance work. ● Only
carry out servicing work when the mains plug is pulled
and the steam cleaner has cooled down.
Operation
DANGER ● Operation in explosive atmos-
pheres is prohibited. ● When using the device in hazard
zones (e.g. service stations), adhere to the respective
safety regulations.
몇WARNING ● Risk of scalding. Never touch the
steam jet with your hand from a close distance, and do
not direct it at people or animals. ● Danger of scalding
from high water output if you tilt the device more than
30° to the side during use. Only affects SC 1 devices ● Risk
of scalding on the hot steam boiler. Allow the steam boil-
er to cool down before filling it with water. Does not apply
to SC 3 / SC 3 Upright devices ● Risk of scalding. Let the
appliance and accessory parts, particularly the floor
cleaning cloth and the hand cover cool down before
touching them. ● Risk of scalding. Do not use the appli-
ance for cleaning pressure tanks as this poses a burst-
ing and explosion hazard. ● Risk of scalding from the
floor nozzle. Ensure that no part of the body gets under
the floor nozzle. Never operated the floor nozzle without
wearing shoes. ● Risk of scalding. Only operate the ap-
pliance once it is fully assembled and functional. ● Risk
of scalding. Let the appliance cool down fully before put-
ting it away.ATTENTION ● Do not fill with any
cleaning agents or other supplements.WARNING
● Never disconnect accessories from the device while
steam is being expelled. ● Hot water may drip out when
disconnecting accessory parts. Allow the device to cool
down first. ● Never open the maintenance / safety lock
during operation. Allow the device to cool down first.
● Do not clamp the steam lever / steam key during op-
eration. ● Replace a damaged steam hose immediately
with a steam hose as recommended by the manufactur-
er. ● Do not steam any objects which contain harmful
substances (e.g. asbestos).
몇CAUTION ● Only operate or store the device
in accordance with the description or figure. ● Check
the device and the accessories, in particular the power
supply cable, safety lock and steam hose, to make sure
it is in proper safe and reliable condition before opera-
tion each time. Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Replace damaged components immediately. ● Only
switch on the device when water is present in the steam
boiler. The device may otherwise overheat, see the
Troubleshooting chapter of the operating instructions.
● Accidents or damage due to the device falling over.
Before all actions with or on the device, you must make
sure that it is stable.
ATTENTION ● Do not operate the device at tem-
peratures below 0 °C. ● Never leave the device unsu-
pervised while it is connected to the mains. ● Do not use
the appliance as a humidifier or heater. ● Ensure the
room is well ventilated when working with the appliance
and afterwards. ● Protect the device from rain. Do not
store the device outdoors. ● Device damage. Never
pour solvents, liquids containing solvents or undiluted
acids (e.g. detergents, petrol, paint thinner and acetone)
into the boiler/water reservoir. ● Unsuitable water can
block the nozzles or damage the water level indicator.
Do not fill with condensate water from a dryer, collected
rainwater, detergents or additives (e.g. scents). Fill the
water reservoir with a maximum of 1 l / 0,5 l of tap water.
Applies to SC 3 / SC 3 Upright devices only ● Unsuitable wa-
ter can block the nozzles or damage the water level in-
dicator. Do not fill with pure distilled water, condensation
from a dryer, collected rain water, detergents or addi-
tives (e.g. fragrances), use a maximum of 50% distilled
water mixed with tap water.
●Remove the water reservoir for filling
a Pull the water reservoir vertically in an upward di-
rection
b Fill the water reservoir vertically with tap water or
a mixture of tap water and a maximum of 50%
distilled water up to the “MAX” marking.
c Insert the water reservoir and press down until it
clicks into place.
●Fill the water reservoir directly at the device
a Fill tap water or a mixture of tap water and a max-
imum of 50% distilled water up to the “MAX”
marking in the filling hole for the water reservoir.
Applies only to SC 4 and SC 5 devices
Note ● Refilling water
1 Switch off the device.
2 Allow the device to cool down.
3 Unscrew the safety lock.
4 Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
5 Fill a maximum of 200 ml distilled water or tap water
into the steam boiler.
6 Insert the safety lock.
Applies only to SC 1 devices ● Refilling water
1 Switch off the appliance.
2 Allow the appliance to cool down.
3 Unscrew the safety lock.
4 Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
5 Fill a maximum of 1 l distilled water or tap water into
the steam boiler.
6 Insert the safety lock.
Applies only to SC 2 devices
For upright machines
몇WARNING ● Risk of scalding. Only operate
the appliance on even, horizontal surfaces. Do not lay
the appliance on its side during operation. Do not use
the appliance above head height or horizontally e.g. to
clean walls, work surfaces or windows. Applies to SC
3 Upright only
몇CAUTION ● In order to guarantee stability,
place the device on a firm, flat surface. ● Do not carry
the device when performing cleaning work.

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Care and service
몇CAUTION ● Have repair work carried out by
the authorised customer service only.
Descaling the steam boiler
Does not apply to SC 3/SC 3 upright devices
몇CAUTION ● Never screw the safety lock onto
the device while descaling. ● Do not use the steam
cleaner while there is descaler in the boiler.
ATTENTION ● The descaler may corrode sensi-
tive surfaces. Work carefully when filling and emptying
the steam cleaner with descaler.
ATTENTION ● Do not use vinegar or similar
agents.
Steam cleaner accessories
(Depending on equipment)
Iron
몇WARNING ● Risk of scalding. Do not direct
the steam jet at people or animals. ● Risk of burns on
hot steam pressure iron and hot steam jet. Alert other
people to the hazard. ● Do not touch any electrical ca-
bles or combustible objects with the hot steam pressure
iron. ● Have the damaged mains cable replaced imme-
diately by an authorized customer service/qualified
electrician. ● Children over the age of 8 and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
those with a lack of experience and knowledge, are only
allowed to use the appliance if they are properly super-
vised, have been instructed with respect to using the ap-
pliance safely by a person responsible for their safety,
and understand the resultant dangers involved. ● Chil-
dren must not play with the appliance. ● Children may
only perform cleaning work and user maintenance un-
der supervision.
몇CAUTION ● Do not use the steam pressure
iron if it has been dropped, has visible damage or is
leaking. ● Do not leave the steam pressure iron unat-
tended while it is connected to the mains. ● Before the
water reservoir (of the steam cleaner) is filled with water,
the mains plug must be pulled out of the socket. ● You
must only operate or set down the steam pressure iron
on a stable surface. ● When placing the steam pres-
sure iron on its stand, make sure that the stand is stable.
● Repair work on the device may only be carried out by
authorized customer service.
Steam turbo brush
몇CAUTION
●Longer periods of use of the steam turbo brush may
lead to poor blood circulation in the hands due to vi-
bration. In case of symptoms, e.g. tingling in the fin-
gers, cold fingers, take a break. A general period of
use cannot be set, because this depends on several
influencing factors:
●Personal tendency to suffer from poor circulation
(frequently cold fingers, tingling sensation in the fin-
gers).
●Holding the device too tightly hindering blood circu-
lation.
●Continuous operation is more harmful than opera-
tion interrupted by work breaks.
You should consult a doctor if using the steam turbo
brush regularly and for lengthy periods of time, and in
the event of repeated occurrences of symptoms such
as tingling in the fingers or cold fingers.
Safety devices
몇CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Never modify or bypass safety devices.
Symbols on the device
(according to type of appliance)
Safety valve
In the case of excessively high pressure in the event of
a fault, a safety valve relieves the pressure into the at-
mosphere.
Fuse
The fuse prevents the device from overheating. If the
device overheats, the fuse disconnects the device from
the power supply.
Before re-commissioning the device, contact the re-
sponsible KÄRCHER Customer Service.
Description of the device
The maximum amount of equipment is described in
these operating instructions. Depending on the model
used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see
packaging).
For the illustrations, see graphics page.
Illustration A
1Display for steam stage setting
2Button for steam stage setting
3SC 2 Upright indicator light: Steam stage 1 - wood
Flashes red alternately - mains voltage present and
device is heating up
Lights up green continuously - device is operable
Flashes red quickly - indicates that the decalcifica-
tion cartridge needs to be replaced. To replace the
decalcification cartridge, see chapter Replacing the
decalcification cartridge.
4SC 2 Upright indicator light: Steam stage 2 - tiles /
stone
Flashes red alternately - mains voltage present and
device is heating up
Lights up green continuously - device is operable
Flashes red quickly - indicates that the decalcifica-
tion cartridge needs to be replaced. To replace the
decalcification cartridge, see chapter Replacing the
decalcification cartridge.
5Handle
6Wall anti-slip handle
7Steam lever
8Cable hook with cable fastener
9Decalcification cartridge
Risk of burns, surface of appliance be-
comes hot during operation
Risk of scalding from steam
Read operating instructions

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10 Filling hole for water
11 Water reservoir with reservoir cover and carrying
handle
12 Mains connection with mains plug
13 Unlocking button for floor nozzle
14 Floor nozzle
15 Hook and loop fastener
16 Microfibre floor cloth (1 x)
17 * Abrasive floor cloth (1 x)
* optional
Installation
Installing the floor nozzle
1. Hold the device by the handle.
2. Connect the lower section of the basic unit to the
floor nozzle until it audibly latches into place.
Illustration B
Installing the floor cleaning cloth
1. Attach the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle.
a Place the floor cleaning cloth with the hook and
loop strips pointing upwards on the floor.
b Place the floor nozzle onto the floor cleaning
cloth, applying slight pressure.
Illustration C
The floor cleaning cloth will stick to the floor nozzle
of its own accord due to the hook and loop fastener.
Initial Start-Up
ATTENTION
Device damage due to calcification
Always work with a decalcification cartridge.
1. Insert the decalcification cartridge into the water res-
ervoir and press it firmly into place.
Illustration D
Installation information
When steaming for the first time after removing and re-
inserting the decalcification cartridge, the steam jet may
be weak or irregular, and individual drops of water may
be expelled. The device requires a short running-in pe-
riod in which the decalcification cartridge fills with water.
The steam volume that is expelled increases constantly
until the maximum steam volume has been reached af-
ter approx. 30 seconds.
Note
Please note that here it is set to steam stage 2 (tiles/
stone), since the running-in period will otherwise be ex-
tended.
Operation
Unwinding the power cable
몇WARNING
Risk of electric shock
If the power cable is not completely unwound, the dan-
ger exists of you straining and damaging the power ca-
ble by overestimating the range of the cable.
Always completely unwind the power cable.
Note
The lower cable holder can be rotated by 360° for re-
moving the cable. The upper cable hook cannot be ro-
tated.
1. Turn the lower cable holder upwards.
2. Remove the power cable completely from the cable
hook.
3. Fasten the cable in the fastener of the upper or low-
er cable hook to prevent it from being run over dur-
ing cleaning work.
Illustration E
Filling water
The water reservoir can be filled at any time.
ATTENTION
Material damage through open reservoir cover or
incorrectly seated or loose water reservoir
Liquid can escape and damage the floor covering if the
reservoir cover is not correctly closed or the water res-
ervoir is not correctly inserted into the device.
Take care to ensure that the reservoir cover is securely
closed and the water reservoir is seated tightly in the de-
vice when the water reservoir is full.
ATTENTION
Damage to the device
Unsuitable water can block the nozzles.
Do not use condensation from the clothes dryer for fill-
ing.
Do not use collected rain water for filling.
Do not use cleaning agents or other additives (e.g.
scents) for filling.
Note
The decalcification cartridge must be installed in the wa-
ter reservoir when filling the water reservoir.
Filling the water reservoir directly on the device
1. Hold the device firmly.
2. Open the reservoir cover, and fill the water reservoir
with max. 0.4 l tap water, directly at the device.
Illustration F
3. Close the reservoir cover.
Removing the water reservoir for filling
1. Hold the device firmly.
2. Pull the water reservoir vertically upwards by the
handle.
3. Open the reservoir cover, and fill with max. 0.4 l tap
water.
Illustration G
4. Close the reservoir cover.
5. Insert the water reservoir and press downwards until
it locks into place.
Switching on the device
ATTENTION
Please check with flooring manufacturer whether steam
can be used onyourfloors.
Device and material damage due to tipping over
The device can fall over and be damaged if
inadequate-ly secured during work breaks or storage.
Liquid can al-so leak out and damage the floor
covering in the process.
Position the device with the floor nozzle on a solid base,
or the handle with the wall anti-slip protection in a
verti-cal position ona solid wall.
Installation information
When steaming for the first time after removing and re-
inserting the decalcification cartridge, the steam jet may
be weak or irregular, and individual drops of water may
be expelled. The device requires a short running-in pe-

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riod in which the decalcification cartridge fills with water.
The steam volume that is expelled increases constantly
until the maximum steam volume has been reached af-
ter approx. 30 seconds.
Note
Please note that here it is set to steam stage 2 (tiles/
stone), since the running-in period will otherwise be ex-
tended.
1. Place the device on a firm surface.
Illustration H
2. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.
Illustration I
3. The indicator light flashes red alternately.
Illustration J
4. The indicator light lights up constantly green after
approx. 30 seconds.
Illustration K
The device is ready for use.
Regulating the steam volume
The steam volume setting depends on the surface to be
cleaned.
Note
Controlling the volume of steam only works for the SC 2
Upright EasyFix. Only one steam stage is available for
the KST 2 Upright.
Press the button with the direction arrows on the
handle repeatedly until the desired steam stage is
selected.
Illustration L
2 different steam stages are available:
Note
The maximum steam stage (Tiles/stone) is always se-
lected when the device is switched on.
●Press the steam lever after setting the steam vol-
ume.
Illustration M
Refilling water
Note
The water level can be seen through the partially trans-
parent fresh water reservoir.
When the water is refilled, the decalcification cartridge
remains fixed in the device.
Open the reservoir cover, and fill the water reservoir
with max. 0.4 l tap water, directly at the device.
Illustration F
or
Remove the water reservoir, open the reservoir cov-
er, and fill with max. 0.4 l tap water, see chapter Fill-
ing water.
Illustration G
Interrupting operation
ATTENTION
Material damage due to condensate/moisture
The floor covering can be damaged by moisture remain-
ing on the floor cleaning cloth or floor nozzle/device af-
ter cleaning.
Remove the floor cleaning cloth and dry the floor nozzle/
the device after finishing the cleaning work.
Do not place or store the device on heat-sensitive sur-
faces.
In order to save energy, we recommend that you switch
off the device for breaks in operation of longer than 20
minutes.
1. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Illustration N
Switching off the device
1. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Illustration N
ATTENTION
Device damage due to water putrefaction
The water in the reservoir may putrefy if the device is
not put into operation for more than 2 months.
Drain the water reservoir before longer breaks in oper-
ation.
2. To drain the water reservoir, see chapter Draining
the water reservoir.
Illustration O
Storing the device
1. To remove the floor cleaning cloth, see chapter
Floor nozzle.
Illustration C
2. Remove the moisture from the floor nozzle/device.
3. Wind the power cable around the lower and upper
cable hooks.
Illustration P
4. Store the device in vertical position on a solid base
or on a wall.
Illustration H
5. Store the device in a dry location that is protected
from frost.
Important application instructions
Cleaning the floor areas
We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning
it before using the appliance. In this way the floor will be
cleared of dirt and loose particles before the wet clean-
ing.
Cleaning coated or painted surfaces
ATTENTION
Damaged surfaces
Steam can loosen wax, furniture polish, plastic coatings
or paint and edge band from edges.
Do not direct the steam at glued laminated edges as the
edge band may loosen.
Do not use the device for cleaning unsealed wood or
parquet floors.
Do not use the device for cleaning painted or plastic
coated surfaces such as kitchen or living room furniture,
doors or parquet.
How to use the Accessories
Floor nozzle
The floor nozzle is suitable for cleaning washable floor
coverings, e.g. stone floors, tiles and PVC floors, as well
as sealed wooden floors such as parquet and laminate.
ATTENTION
Damage due to steam effect
Heat and the effects of steam can lead to damage.
Tiles/stone - maximum steam stage
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Check the heat resistance and steam effect on an in-
conspicuous area using a minimal volume of steam pri-
or to use.
Steam clean sealed wooden floors using the correct,
preset steam level, and do not remain in the same posi-
tion on the floor for too long.
Note
Detergent residues or care emulsions on the surface to
be cleaned can cause streaks during steam cleaning,
but these disappear after repeated use.
몇CAUTION
Beware of burns to your feet
The floor nozzle/floor cleaning cloth heats up during
steaming.
Hot water may drip out when pulling off the floor cloth.
Only operate or remove the floor nozzle/floor cleaning
cloth with suitable footwear.
For fastening the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle,
please refer to chapter Installing the floor cleaning cloth
Microfibre floor cloth
The microfibre floor cloth is suitable for cleaning stone
floors, tiles and PVC floors, and also sealed wooden
floors such as parquet and laminate.
Abrasive floor cloth
The abrasive floor cloth is suitable for cleaning insensi-
tive surfaces such as tiles or stone.
ATTENTION
Damage to floor coverings
The abrasive floor cloth can damage sensitive floor cov-
erings and surfaces.
Do not use the abrasive floor cloth for cleaning wooden
surfaces.
Do not use the abrasive cloth with the carpet glider.
Removing the floor cleaning cloth
1. Place one foot on the bottom corner of the floor
cleaning cloth and lift the floor nozzle up.
Illustration C
Note
Initially, the floor cleaning cloth's hook and loop fastener
strip is very strong and cannot be removed from the
floor nozzle easily. After the floor cleaning cloth has
been used several times and washed, it is easier to re-
move from the floor nozzle and it has reached the opti-
mum adhesion.
Removing the floor nozzle from the basic unit
ATTENTION
Material damage due to an unstable device
Removing the floor nozzle makes the device unstable
and it can tip over and damage the device and floor cov-
ering.
Do not remove the floor nozzle from the basic unit after
installation.
Remove the floor nozzle only when sending the device
for servicing.
1. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Illustration N
2. Drain the water reservoir.
Illustration O
3. Hold the device tightly by the handle.
4. Actuate the unlocking button for the floor nozzle.
5. The floor nozzle releases from the device and can
be removed.
Illustration Q
6. Store the device safely in a horizontal position.
Care and service
Draining the water reservoir
ATTENTION
Device damage due to water putrefaction
If the device is not put into operation for more than 2
months, the water in the reservoir may putrefy.
Drain the water reservoir before breaks in operation.
1. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Illustration N
2. Remove the reservoir cover.
3. Remove the decalcification cartridge.
4. Drain the water reservoir.
Illustration O
Replacing the decalcification cartridge
ATTENTION
Device damage and shortened service life
If the replacement intervals (indicator light) for the de-
calcification cartridge are not observed, there is a risk of
device damage and the service life of the device may be
shortened.
Observe the replacement intervals (indicator light).
Note
The anti-calcification effect of the decalcification car-
tridge is activated as soon as the reservoir is filled with
water, and the device is put into operation. Lime in the
water is absorbed by the granulate in the decalcification
cartridge. Additional descaling is not required.
Note
The granulate in the decalcification cartridge may
change colour after it comes into contact with water.
This depends on the mineral content in the water. This
discolouration is harmless and does not have a nega-
tive effect on the device, the cleaning work or the func-
tionality of the decalcification cartridge.
Indicator light at end of the run time
The indicator light shows you when the decalcification
cartridge needs to be replaced.
●The indicator light flashes red 1 hour before the run
time expires.
Illustration R
●When the run time of the decalcification cartridge is
exhausted, the indicator light flashes quickly. The
pump switches off automatically (no water steam) to
prevent damage to the device.
Inserting the decalcification cartridge
ATTENTION
Device damage
There is a risk of damage to the device if the used de-
calcification cartridge is re-used.
Work carefully in order to prevent mixing up the cartridg-
es.
Installation information
When steaming for the first time after removing and re-
inserting the decalcification cartridge, the steam jet may
be weak or irregular, and individual drops of water may
be expelled. The device requires a short running-in pe-
riod in which the decalcification cartridge fills with water.
The steam volume that is expelled increases constantly
until the maximum steam volume has been reached af-
ter approx. 30 seconds.
Note
Removing the water reservoir makes it easier to remove
and install the decalcification cartridge.

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1. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Illustration N
2. Remove the reservoir cover.
3. Remove the decalcification cartridge.
4. Insert the new decalcification cartridge and press it
firmly into place.
Illustration S
5. Press the steam lever and insert the mains plug into
a socket.
6. Keep the steam lever pressed for 7 seconds.
Illustration T
7. After a successful reset, the device flashes green
twice and then switches to heating mode.
8. Press and hold the steam lever for approximately 30
seconds to vent the decalcification cartridge.
Care of accessories
(Accessories - depending on scope of delivery)
Note
The micro fibre cloths are not suitable for dryer.
Note
Observe the instructions on the washing tag when
washing the cloths. Do not use any liquid softeners as
this will affect the ability of the cloths to pick up dirt.
1. Wash the floor cleaning cloths in a washing machine
at a max. temperature of 60 °C.
Troubleshooting guide
Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can
remedy yourself using the following overview. When in
doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned
here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.
몇WARNING
Risk of electric shock and burns
Trying to eliminate faults while the appliance is connect-
ed to the mains or has not yet cooled down is always
dangerous.
Remove the mains plug.
Allow the appliance to cool down.
No steam / little steam although there is sufficient
water in the reservoir
The decalcification cartridge has not been inserted or
has been inserted incorrectly.
Fit the decalcification cartridge and/or check that the
decalcification cartridge sits tightly in the reservoir
and press in again if necessary.
The decalcification cartridge has been removed when
filling with water and/or a new decalcification cartridge
has been fitted
Always leave the decalcification cartridge in the wa-
ter reservoir during filling.
Press and hold the steam lever constantly.
The full steam output is reached after approximately
30 seconds.
The indicator light flashes red at regular intervals
Run time of the decalcification cartridge ends soon.
Fit a new decalcification cartridge, see chapter In-
serting the decalcification cartridge.
No steam although there is sufficient water in the
reservoir. The indicator light flashes red quickly.
Run time for the decalcification cartridge has expired
Fit a new decalcification cartridge, see chapter In-
serting the decalcification cartridge.
If a new decalcification cartridge has already been
installed and this error still occurs, the reset process
has probably not been carried out correctly. Please
follow the steps below to reset it:
1 Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
2 Press and hold the steam lever constantly.
3 Plug in the mains plug and hold the steam lever for
7 seconds until the indicator lights flash green twice.
See chapter Replacing the decalcification cartridge.
Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales
company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possi-
ble malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty
period free of cost, provided that a material or manufac-
turing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please
contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the
next authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
Technical data
Subject to technical modifications.
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right
Electrical connection
Voltage V 220-240
Phase ~ 1
Frequency Hz 50-60
Degree of protection IPX4
Protection class I
Device performance data
Heating capacity W 1600
Heating-up time Seconds 30
Continuous steaming g/min 38
Filling quantity
Water reservoir l 0.4
Dimensions and weights
Weight (without accessories) kg 2.7
Length mm 314
Width mm 199
Height mm 1185

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