Soniclean SUS-12 User manual

SUS-12 Steam Cleaner
User Manual

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Steam Cleaner SUS-12
User Manual
Read all instructions before using your Steam Cleaner.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING -To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
Do not direct steam at people, animals, at
electrical outlets and equipment containing
electrical components such as the interior of
ovens.
Do not expose to rain.
Store indoors.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
conducting maintenance or troubleshooting.
Do not leave steam cleaner unattended.
Do not leave the steam cleaner connected to an
electrical outlet when not in use.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
Do not use steam cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not handle steam cleaner with wet hands.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close door on cord, pull cord around
sharp corners or edges, or expose cord to
heated surfaces.
Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled
with vapors given off by oil-base paint, paint
thinner, some moth-proofing substances,
flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic
vapors.
.
Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Do not use on leather, wax polished
furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics,
velvet or other delicate,
steam-sensitive materials.
Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this User Guide.
Use only manufacturer’s
recommended attachments - use of
attachments not provided or sold by
Soniclean may cause fire, electric
shock or injury.
Never put descaling, aromatic,
alcohol-based or detergent products
into the steam cleaner, as this may
damage it or make it unsafe for use.
Unplug by grasping the plug, not the
cord.
Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
Do not service steam cleaner when it
is plugged in.
Do not use for space heating
purposes.
Do not immerse into water.

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Damage to appliances and other property
□Never transport or move the Steam Cleaner by pulling the cord or
carrying it by the cord.
□Do not use any solvents or abrasive cleaning agents when
cleaning the device. They could damage the device's surface.
When needed, wipe the device with a slightly damp cloth.
□Test the device for the first time in a discreet place. If you are not
sure whether the device can be used on your floor, please
contact a specialist.
□Never fill the device with any kind of additives, such as cleaning
agents, descaling agents (i.e. vinegar), alcohol, fragrances, etc.
□Never push objects into the appliance vents/nozzles and ensure
that these are never blocked.
□When using the appliance on laminated floors, the laminate floor
should have been laid professionally and not have any gaps or
cracks in which humidity could enter.
□Heat and steam may damage and remove wax applied to waxed
surfaces.
□Never steam at one spot for too long.
□The appliance is not suitable for use on unsealed wooden floors,
soft plastics and wooden furniture.
□Do not use the appliance on frozen windows.
Be careful when using the appliance on glass, as it may break.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Commercial use of this unit voids the manufacturer’s warranty.

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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
1. Handle
2. Trigger
3. Cord Release
4. Handle Tube
5. Carrying Handle
6. Handheld Steamer Release
7. Unit Body
8. Shoulder Strap
9. Water Tank
10. Water Tank Release
11. Trigger
12. Cord Release
13. Handheld Steamer
14. Accessory Storage
15. Accessory Storage Hook
16. Cleaning Pad
17. Cleaning Pad Release
18. Swivel Head
19. Power Cord
20. Window Cleaning Kit
21. Extension Hose
22. Round Brush
(2 nylon and 1 copper)
23.Angle Nozzle
24. Scoop Nozzle
25.Adaptor
26. Jet Nozzle
27. Cleaning Cloths

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HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR STEAM CLEANER
2.
Slide Handle Tube (Part 4) down
into Unit Body (Part 7) until it has
clicked in.
3.
Push in the Adaptor (Part 25) into the
bottom of Unit Body (Part 7) until it doesn’t
go any further and turn adaptor clockwise to
lock it in place.
Note: Adaptor (Part 25) may be stored on
the Accessory Storage (Part 14).
1.
Attach Swivel Head (Part 18) as
indicated above.
4.
Assemble
Handheld Steamer (Part 13)
with Unit Body (Part 7) as
indicated above.

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STEAM CLEANER PRODUCT FEATURES
1.
Water Tank: (Part 9). The Water Tank is located above the Handheld Steamer
(Part 13). Distilled or demineralized water can be used instead of tap water.
WARNING:
Do not use chemicals with your Steam Cleaner.
Do not attempt to use your Steam Cleaner without water in the tank.
2.
Water Filter is located behind the Water Tank (Part 9)
which removes minerals and other impurities from tap water.
It prevents water deposits from damaging your Steam
Cleaner. To maximize performance of the filter, distilled water
may be used.
Water Filter
3.
Ready Light
Ready Light is located on the handle of Handheld
Steamer (Part 13) which will glow when tap water has
been converted to steam and the Steam Cleaner is ready
to use.
4.
Trigger (Part 2 and Part 11). Press to release steam.
5.
Swivel Head (Part 18). Allows you to clean in tight spaces and under cabinets.
6.
Cleaning Pad (Part 16). The absorbent terry cloth Cleaning Pad picks up the
dirt loosened by the steam. The Cleaning Pad is reusable and machine
washable.
OPERATIONS
Attach Cleaning Pad
1.
GETTING READY
A. Pull down the panel by pulling Cleaning Pad Release
(Part 17).
B. Insert Cleaning Pad (Part 16) .

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2.
Fill the Water Tank
A. Pull up the Handheld Steamer (Part 13). Lock as indicated above, Pic. 2A.
B. Take out the Handheld Steamer (Part 13) by pulling the Handheld Steamer
Release (Part 6) forward as shown above, Pic. 2B.
C. Push Water Tank Release (Part 10) and take out Water Tank (Part 9).
See Pic. 2C.
D. Remove the insert assembly clockwise and fill Water Tank with cool tap water.
See Pic. 2D.
E. Replace the insert assembly, tighten up counter-clockwise and replace Water
Tank (Part 9) into place.
Handheld Steamer Lock
2A
2B
2C
2D
3.
Twist the Quick Release Cord Wrap clockwise to unwrap the Power Cord
completely and plug into a 120V electrical outlet.
4.
The Ready Light will illuminate when the Steam Mop is ready to use.
WARNING
Never put descaling, aromatic,
alcohol-based, or detergent
products into the steam cleaner,
as this may damage it or make it
unsafe.
WARNING:
Your Steam Cleaner will sound abnormal if there is no water inside the Water
Tank. In this case, please switch off your Steam Cleaner, unplug it and refill the
Water Tank.
Steam Cleaner may be damaged if used for a long period without any water in
the tank.
To protect your Steam Cleaner, the built-in thermostat will stop your Steam
Cleaner if used for a long period without any water in the tank.

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USING THE ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORY ATTACHMENTS
Your Steam Cleaner can be used with the following accessories:
Note:Align the locking tabs on the accessories to the
provision on appliance. Turn the accessories clockwise to
lock securely in place.
Extension Hose (Part
21). Perfect for
hard-to-reach areas.
Jet Nozzle (Part 26).
Handy for use on floors
and edges.
Angle Nozzle (Part 23). Ideal for
hard-to-reach areas such as
window sills and toilet bowls.

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CLEAN BARE FLOORS
Your Steam Cleaner is designed to clean bare floors such as ceramic tile, vinyl, laminate,
marble, stone and sealed hardwood floors. Use of your Steam Cleaner on waxed or some
unwaxed floors may result in a diminished glossiness. The Steam Cleaner should not be
used on unsealed wood floors. For best results, test in an inconspicuous area or check the
care instructions from the flooring manufacturer.
1.
Sweep or vacuum floor prior to steam cleaning.
2.
3.
4.
Slowly pass over surface to be cleaned while pressing trigger
to emit steam.
To sanitize an areaof your floor, leave the Steam Mopover the area for a minimum 15
seconds, but no longer than 20 seconds.
When the Steam Cleaner stops emitting steam, simply unplug the Cleaner,
remove the Water Tank, refill, plug in, and continue cleaning.
Round Brushes (Part 22).
Recommended for sealed
grout, cook tops and bench
tops.
Fabric Tool (Part of Window Cleaning Kit, Part 20). Great for
steaming out wrinkles and deodorizing fabrics. It is
recommended that the Fabric Tool be attached to the Extension
Hose for maximum accessibility for clothing, upholstery and
window treatments.
Window Cleaning Kit (Part
20). Perfect to clean
windows.
Cleaning Cloths (Part 27).
Use with Fabric Tool to clean
glass and hard surfaces.
Scoop Nozzle (Part 24).
Ideal to clean hard
surfaces.

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Note: During first use, it may take several seconds for the Steam Cleaner to produce
steam. The water needs to flow through the filter to the heater. This delay will only occur
during initial use.
WARNING:
Accessories should be attached with Handheld Steamer (Part 13) when using.
Unplug your Steam Cleaner and ensure that it has cooled down enough
before attaching accessories.
STORING THE STEAM CLEANER
1.
Unplug Power Cord (Part 19) from outlet and let the cleaner cool down.
2.
Carefully remove Cleaning Pad (Part 16) from Swivel Head (Part18).
3.
Any water remaining in the Water Tank (Part 9) should be emptied prior to
storing the unit.
4.
Cleaning Pad (Part 16) can be machine washed in hot water and tumble-dried.
5.
Wrap Power Cord (Part 19) around Cord Release (Part 3) on side of Steam
Cleaner.
6.
Wipe all surfaces of Steam Cleaner with a soft cloth. Store upright in a protected,
dry area.
CAUTION:
Upright storage of the Steam Cleaner with a wet Cleaning Pad may result in the
formation of white marks on your floor. To remove the white marks, clean the
affected area with vinegar.

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Possible Causes Remedies
We are constantly striving to improve our products; therefore, the specifications contained
herein are subject to change without notice.
TROUBLESHOOTING
REDUCED STEAM OR NO STEAM
1.
Water Tank Empty.
2.
Blocked Steam Nozzle .
Fill Water Tank (Part 9).
Remove Swivel Head (Part 18 ) and
clean the nozzle.
3.
The copper ball in Water Tank
(Part 9) does not sink into
water.
Jiggle your Steam Cleaner to ensure that
the copper ball in the Water Tank (Part 9)
is immersed in water.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, unplug appliance from outlet and
ensure that the appliance is completely cooled down before servicing.

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If you experience any problems with your appliance, please contact an
Authorized Soniclean Dealer.
Technical Specifications
Voltage: 120 VAC –60Hz
Power: 1500 watts
AFTER SALES SERVICE