Morphy Richards Steam cleaner User manual

Steam cleaner with attachments
Please read and keep these instructions
www.morphyrichards.co.uk
getting the best from your
new steam cleaner...
•Quick start
1Fill the tank up to a maximum of 1.4 litres of water (using warm
water and less water will reduce heat-up time). Screw cap on
and tighten fully.
2Attach the required accessories.
3Connect to the power supply.
4Press the on/off button to start heat-up. When orange light turns
off, the steam is ready.
5Press the trigger on the handle to release the steam.
6Aim the steam safely: Note at the start water may be ejected.
Hold over a sink or bucket until excess water has cleared.
•Descale
Descale regularly, do not wait for a problem to occur. In very hard
water areas we recommend using distilled water. See page 10 for
descaling instructions.
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 1

Important safety
instructions
The use of any electrical appliance
requires the following common sense safety
rules.
Primarily there is danger of injury or
death and secondly the danger of damage
to the appliance. These are indicated in the
text by the following two conventions:
WARNING: Danger to the person!
IMPORTANT: Damage to the appliance!
In addition we offer the following safety
advice.
Location
•Do not use or keep this product outside
when it is raining.
•Do not store the appliance near hot
ovens or heating appliances.
Children
•Children do not understand the dangers
associated with operating electrical
appliances. Never allow children to use
this appliance.
Personal safety
•The plug must be removed from the wall
socket before cleaning, filling the boiler
or maintaining the appliance.
•To protect against fire, electric shock and
personal injury do not immerse cord,
plug or cleaner in water or other liquid.
•Do not discharge the steam towards
people. Danger of scalding.
•Never touch the plug or cable with wet
hands.
•Never modify the cleaner in any way.
•When using the machine always keep it
horizontal.
•Steam must not be directed towards
equipment containing electrical
components, such as the interior of
ovens.
Other safety considerations
•Do not use any chemical detergents,
perfumes, alcohol etc in the water.
•Repairs to electrical appliances are only
to be undertaken by trained personnel.
Unprofessional repairs can be
dangerous for users.
•Use only genuine Goblin spare parts and
accessories.
•If the electrical cable becomes damaged
the complete cable assembly must be
replaced. Do not attempt this task
yourself, contact Goblin using the
replacement parts number on the front of
this leaflet.
•The appliance must never be left running
when unsupervised.
•This steam cleaner is intended for
domestic use only. Misuse or use for
commercial or any other purpose will
render the guarantee invalid.
Electrical requirements
Check that the voltage on the rating
plate of your unit corresponds with your
house electricity which must be A.C.
(alternating current).
If the socket outlets in your home are not
suitable for the plug supplied with this
appliance the plug should be removed and
the appropriate one fitted.
WARNING: The plug removed from the
mains lead, if severed, must be
destroyed as a plug with a bared flexible
cord is hazardous if engaged into a live
socket outlet.
WARNING: This appliance must be
earthed.
Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug require
changing a 13 amp BS1362 fuse must be
fitted.
When using this appliance outdoors it
should be additionally protected by a RCCB
(Residual Current Circuit Breaker).
2
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 2

Features
⁄ Filler cap
¤ On/off switch
‹ Tool storage cover
› Wheel
fiTube park (see page 9)
flCarrying handle
‡ Hose
· Hose handle
‚ Trigger lock button
„ Steam ready light
‰ Power light
 Steam trigger
⁄
¤
‹
fi
fl
‡
‚
Á
‰
Ë
3
„
ÂÊ
Illustration
Accessories you should have
Ê Extension tubes
Á Floor nozzle
Ë Window squeegee attachment
È Upholstery nozzle
Í Jet nozzle
Î Angled nozzle
Ï Small brush (plastic brush)
Ì Large brush (brass brush)
Ó Cotton towel
Ô Floor nozzle adjustment dial
›
È
Í
Î
Ï
 Measuring jug
Ò Elbow attachment (shown
attached to floor nozzle)
Ú Cloth cap for upholstery
nozzle
Û Funnel
Ù Jet nozzle adaptor
NB
Accessories 15,16,17,18,
19, 20, 21, 24 and 25 are
stored beneath the tool
storage lid ‹. Lift the lid to
access.
A
·
Ì
Ó
Ô

Ò
Ú
Û
Ù
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 3

Accessory assembly
·
È
Í
Ì
Î
Ï
È
Ë
Ù
Please refer to the assembly sequence to
assemble your steam cleaner.
4
Ú
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 4

Operation
Please remember that the steam cleaner
operates by emitting steam at an increased
temperature of 130˚C. Never use it on
objects or surfaces which cannot resist this
temperature, delicate materials, dralon,
plastic, natural fur etc. Where any doubt
exists check carefully on a part of the
material where minor marks will not matter.
WARNING: Always switch off, unplug
and release all steam using the steam
trigger before opening and removing the
filler cap.
Filling the boiler
Ensure steamer is unplugged from the
socket before filling or re-filling.
1Unscrew the filler cap ⁄by pressing
down and turning anti-clockwise.
2Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1.4
litres of water by using the jug
provided and funnel. Warm water may
be used which will reduce heat up
time. Do not use any detergent.
3Refit the filler cap and fully tighten by
pressing down and turning clockwise.
IMPORTANT: The water tank should be
emptied after use.
IMPORTANT: Allow the water tank to dry
out before replacing the cap.
Re-filling the boiler
WARNING: Always switch off, unplug
and release all steam using the steam
trigger before opening and removing the
filler cap.
1Before opening the filler cap to refill the
tank, release the steam pressure by
pressing the steam trigger Âon the
handle. Press until all the steam has
been expelled from the tank or allow the
cleaner to cool down completely.
2Follow ‘filling boiler instructions’ to refill.
WARNING: Even after the unit has
cooled for 5 minutes the remaining water
in the tank and the filler cap will be very
hot and can cause burns.
WARNING: The use of any other fluids
can be dangerous and can lead to
damage of the heating element.
WARNING: The filler cap must never
be opened during use.
Recommendation: The use of distilled
water is recommended especially in hard
water areas in order to prevent limescale
build up and to prolong the working life of
the cleaner.
5
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 5

6
On/off switch
1When the water tank has been filled, 'see
filling the boiler,' insert the plug into the
power socket.
2Switch the cleaner on by pressing the
on/off switch to 'on'. The power indicator
light (red) and the steam ready light
(orange) will illuminate.
Steam ready display
1The steam ready light (orange) will
illuminate when switched on. It will take
approximately 11 minutes to reach
temperature.
2When the correct temperature has been
reached the steam ready light (orange)
will go out. The steam cleaner is now
ready to use.
Note: The steam ready light will go on
and off during use. This is to keep the
steam at the correct temperature.
WARNING: To avoid injury, the cleaner
should be switched off during breaks or
pauses of work. For extra safety apply
the trigger safety lock.
If you leave the working area, please
switch the cleaner off and unplug.
Steam Trigger
WARNING: At the start water may be
ejected. Aim the steam safely. Start by
releasing the steam into a bucket or sink.
The cleaner is now ready for use when
the orange steam ready light goes out.
1Ensure the safety lock is off. When the
lock is pushed forward the steam trigger
cannot be activated. Push the lock to the
rear position to release the steam trigger.
2When you press the steam trigger, steam
will be emitted from the nozzle. Direct
the steam handle at a cloth first until the
steam is emitted evenly.
3Keep the steam trigger pressed and
direct the steam at the surface to be
cleaned, removing the dirt by moving the
steam jet backwards and forwards over
the area.
4To stop the steam jet, release the steam
trigger.
WARNING: Do not hold the steam jet
concentrated in one place for too long.
•To control the steam temperature and
the cleaning power move the handle
closer to or further away from the
surface.
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 6

Attaching tubes & handle
WARNING: Unplug the unit and allow
to cool before fitting or changing
attachments as they become hot during
use.
Attach the desired accessory to the hose
handle, extension tubes can be attached to
the handle for extra reach.
1Push the extension tubes onto the
connection nozzle as far as it will go until
you hear a click.
Some tasks may be easier with only one,
tube fitted or non at all.
2To connect the desired accessory
directly to the steam handle, slide the
handle into the accessory head or tube
until it locks in place.
Floor nozzle
The floor nozzle is used for the cleaning
of large, washable wall and floor areas. The
floor nozzle can be used with or without the
cloth cover.
•Sensitive surfaces, wood, linoleum etc.
should be used with the cloth.
IMPORTANT: When steaming sensitive
surfaces including carpets ensure the
brushes on the floor nozzle are retracted.
1Fit the elbow attachment to the floor
nozzle and twist 1/2a turn.
2Fit the floor nozzle to the extension tube
or handle.
3To fit the cloth to the floor nozzle pull the
cloth under the clips on both sides. Extra
cloths can be ordered by using our
helpline. Alternatively any strong,
uncoloured cotton cloths may be used.
•For cleaning stubborn dirt on less
sensitive surfaces, the brush fitting can
be extended by turning the dial anti-
clockwise.
7
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 7

•The cleaning power of the cloth can be
optimised by turning and changing the
cleaning cloth regularly.
•To clean very dirty areas, move the
cleaning nozzle over the surface more
slowly in order to increase the cleaning
action of the steam.
WARNING: The cleaner is not suitable
for cleaning unsealed wooden floors, soft
plastics or wooden furniture. If in doubt
check with the flooring manufacturer.
Accessory adaptor
1Push the jet nozzle adaptor as far as it
will go onto the connection nozzle until
you hear it click into place.
2The jet nozzle adaptor can be removed
again by pressing the accessory
connection button to release it.
Jet nozzle
1Push the jet nozzle directly onto the jet
nozzle adaptor and turn in a clockwise
direction to lock into place.
2It can be used with various fittings,
angled nozzle small and large brush
attachments, upholstery nozzle and
squeegee attachment depending on the
task.
•The jet nozzle can be used with various
fittings for cleaning inaccessible areas
such as corners, joints, blinds, radiators
and toilets as well as various surfaces
such as stainless steel, windows,
mirrors, enamelled surfaces and also for
stain removal.
Brush attachment
1Fit the brush attachment onto the jet
nozzle by pushing on.
2Choose the desired brush attachment for
the task.
3Pull to remove.
Upholstery attachment
1Fit the rectangular upholstery steam
nozzle to the jet nozzle by pushing on.
2This nozzle can be used with or without
the cotton cover.
3Pull to remove.
•This nozzle is ideal for cleaning
cushions, carpets and car seats.
8
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 8

Window attachment
1Locate the window squeegee onto the
two tabs at the bottom of the upholstery
nozzle. Then push the top of the
squeegee until the clip goes over the top
of the upholstery nozzle.
•This attachment is ideal for cleaning
windows, mirrors, ceramic tiles and other
non porous smooth surfaces.
•Apply the steam evenly to the glass
surface from a distance of 10-15 cm.
Then switch the steam off and wipe the
moisture off the glass from top to bottom
using the rubber squeegee. Wipe the
rubber squeegee and the lower edge of
the window. Dry after every strip.
WARNING: Glass surfaces can be
shattered by the sudden application of
excessive heat. Warm glass surfaces first
from a distance of 20-25 cm. Continue at
a distance of 10-15 cm.
Tube park
•During use the tubes and nozzle can be
stored in the park position for short
breaks whilst cleaning.
Tool storage
•The accessories for your steam cleaner
can be neatly stored in the machine
under your tool storage cover as shown.
9
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 9

After use
1Switch the cleaner off and unplug from
the socket. Wait until the cleaner has
cooled down completely.
2Release any steam pressure by pressing
the steam trigger on the handle
3Apply the steam safety lock.
4Remove the filler cap.
5Empty the water tank. Allow the inside of
the water tank to dry out before
replacing filler cap.
Rinse water tank
To clean the water tank fill it with clean
water and shake vigorously. This will
release any limescale deposits that have
collected on the bottom of the tank. Pour
the water out by holding upside down.
Descaling
In order to prolong the life of your
cleaner you should descale the steam tank
at least every 6 months.
1Switch the cleaner off, unplug and allow
to cool.
2Empty any water out of the tank.
3Mix the descaler in the measuring jug
using warm water. We recommend using
50gm of citric acid crystals per 1 litre of
water. Citric acid crystals are available
from most pharmacies.
4Pour 1 litre of the descaler solution into
the tank.
5Fit the cap and tighten fully.
6Using the handle, move the steam
cleaner about to swill the solution around
the tank.
7Leave for 30 minutes.
8Empty the solution carefully.
9Rinse the tank with clean warm water,
then empty.
10 Wipe the outside of the cleaner with a
damp cloth to remove all traces of
descaler solution.
WARNING: Do not switch on the
heater with the descaling solution inside.
10
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 10

Care and maintenance
Your cleaner is manufactured to
withstand normal day-to-day use, but an
occasional wipe over with a damp cloth will
help maintain its good looks. Abrasive
cleaners should not be used.
Purchasing parts
Use original parts. Replacement parts
can be purchased from specialist retailers. If
you have difficulty, call the number on the
front of this booklet.
Helpline
If you have any difficulty with your
appliance do not hesitate to call us. We are
likely to be more help than the store from
where it was bought.
Please have the following information
ready to enable our staff to help you.
•Name of product
•Model number as shown on the
underside of the appliance.
11
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 11

Your two year guarantee
It is important to retain the retailers receipt as
proof of purchase. Staple your receipt to this
back cover for future reference.
Please quote the following information if the
product develops a fault. These numbers can
be found on the base of the product.
Model no. Serial no.
All Goblin products are individually tested
before leaving the factory. In the unlikely event
of any appliance proving to be faulty within 28
days of purchase it should be returned to the
place of purchase for it to be replaced.
If the fault develops after 28 days and within
24 months of original purchase, you should
contact the Helpline number quoting Model
number and Serial number on the product, or
write to Goblin at the address shown. You will
be asked to return the product (in secure,
adequate packaging) to the address below
along with a copy of proof of purchase. Subject
to the exclusions set out below (1-5) the faulty
appliance will then be repaired or replaced and
dispatched usually within 7 working days of
receipt.
If you suspect a fault, follow the simple
checks detailed below before returning the
appliance or calling the helpline.
•Check the plug and socket and check if the
lights are illuminated.
•Check the attachments for blockages.
•Check the boiler for limescale.
If for any reason this item is replaced during
the 2 year guarantee period, the guarantee on
the new item will be calculated from original
purchase date. Therefore it is vital to retain your
original till receipt or invoice to indicate the date
of initial purchase.
To qualify for the 2 year guarantee the
appliance must have been used according to
the manufacturers instructions. For example, the
cleaner must have been regularly descaled.
EXCLUSIONS
Goblin shall not be liable to replace or repair
the goods under the terms of the guarantee
where:
1The fault has been caused or is attributable
to accidental use, misuse, negligent use or
used contrary to the manufacturers
recommendations or where the fault has
been caused by power surges or damage
caused in transit.
2The appliance has been used on a voltage
supply other than that stamped on the
products.
3Repairs have been attempted by persons
other than our service staff (or authorised
dealer).
4Where the appliance has been used for hire
purposes or non domestic use.
5The guarantee excludes consumables such
as the cloths.
This guarantee does not confer any rights
other than those expressly set out above and
does not cover any claims for consequential
loss or damage. This guarantee is offered as an
additional benefit and does not affect your
statutory rights as a consumer.
•This guarantee is valid in the UK and Ireland
only.
Goblin products are intended for household
use only.
Goblin has a policy of continuous
improvement in product quality and design.
The company, therefore reserves the right
to change the specification of its models at
any time.
The After Sales Division
Registered address
Goblin Ltd, Mexborough
South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK 0870 060 2604
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119
VC70530M UK Rev 4 0604
70530 Rev 4 2/6/04 2:53 PM Page 12