Propress PRO580 Maintenance manual

PRO580 STEAMER
Care and Maintenance

Maintaining your Steamer
To ensure a long and trouble free life of your steamer it is essential
that it is flushed through with clean water every week to avoid the
buildup of sediment and limescale. Descale regularly to ensure no
unnecessary strain is put upon the heating element.
Hard water causes scale to form on the heating element if not
maintained properly; this will cause reduced performance,
irreparable damage to the element and void your warranty.
Cleaning your Steamer
Disconnect from the power supply.
Remove steam hose and telescopic pole assembly.
Steamer must be disconnected from the power supply. The
water in the steamer must be allowed to cool to a
temperature which will not cause injury before emptying.
NOTE: The steamer should be emptied through the steam outlet
(not the filler inlet) into a ground level drain where possible to avoid
raising the steamer up and emptying into a sink.
Start by emptying any residue water from the steamer.
Remove the filler cap and fill steamer with 2L of clean water,
replace the filler cap and agitate vigorously –this action will
suspend some sediment in the water, immediately pour water out
as directed above. Refill steamer with fresh water and empty again,
repeat procedure until the water runs clear.
Periodically remove the sight glass on the indicator float chamber
and clean the inside with a damp cloth to ensure you can see the
float through the cap.
Clean the outside of the steamer with a damp cloth. Do not use any
detergents or polish.

It is recommended the steamer be descaled using a non-aggressive
descaler at least every 2 months. Descaling frequency is dependent
upon usage and water hardness.
For details on suitable descalers, please contact Propress. We
recommend the use of Propress Descaler which can be purchased
by calling Propress on 020 8417 0660 or visiting propress.co.uk.
Descaling your Steamer
Before descaling, carry out ‘Cleaning your Steamer’ to remove as
much loose sediment as possible.
Always read Caution Instructions on descaling product and carefully
follow directions.
Dissolve/dilute descaler in warm water, or as directed by the
manufacturer, ensuring the correct water volume to descaler ratio
is followed. Pour the diluted descaler solution into the steamer.
Replace filler cap and switch on the steamer.
As soon as water starts to boil, switch off, disconnect power and
leave for a minimum of 3 hours. For best results leave to descale
overnight
When descaler is left in the steamer, clearly label your
steamer so no one attempts to use it.
Before flushing descaler from the steamer, agitate vigorously then
empty water out of steam outlet. Refill with clean water, agitate
and flush out again. Repeat this procedure until the water drained is
completely clear.

Failure to maintain your steamer will shorten its life.
NOTE: the water in the steam generator must be allowed to cool
to a temperature which will not cause injury before emptying.
General Maintenance
In addition to mandatory electrical tests, regularly check the
condition of the steamer's plug, cable and cable restraint for
damage. If any damage is present DO NOT USE THE STEAMER and
contact an approved service agent for repair. Ensure all warning
labels are legible.
Storing Your Propress when Not In Use
The steamer should be emptied of water and cleaned. The electrical
cable should be coiled and steamer stored in a dry location.
If the steamer is not to be used for an extended period of time it is
recommended that the steamer is descaled before storage.