Steamfast SF-440W User manual

Please read all instructions before use.
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Compact
Fabric Steamer
MODEL SF-440W
User’s Guide

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
DANGER
Any appliance is electrically live even when switched off. To reduce risk of electrical shock:
1. Always unplug power cord immediately after using.
2. Do not place or store unit where it can fall or be pulled into a sink or tub.
3. Do not place in, or drop into water or other liquid.
4. If unit falls into water, immediately unplug power cord. Do not reach into the water.
WARNING
To reduce risk of burns, electrocution, re, or injury to persons:
1. Use Compact Fabric Steamer only for its intended purpose as indicated in this manual.
2. If an extension cord is necessary, use a properly rated cord (15 ampere, 14 gauge). Use care
to position extension cord where it is least likely to be damaged or tripped over during use.
3. Before plugging power cord into electrical outlet, be sure that all electrical information on rating
label agrees with your power supply.
4. To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, DO NOT operate another high wattage appliance on
the same circuit as this unit.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse unit in water or other liquids. Do not
use power cord as handle, let it hang over edges of counters, or be crimped or closed in doors.
6. Never yank power cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
7. Do not operate unit with a damaged power cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
To avoid risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble unit; contact Steamfast Consumer Service
for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electrical shock when unit
is used.
8. Close supervision is required for any appliance being used near children, pets and plants. Do
not leave unit unattended while plugged in.
9. This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the unit by a person responsible for their safety.
WARNING: To reduce risk of re, electrical shock or injury, the following basic
safety precautions should always be followed when using an electrical
appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance uses a
grounded (three-pronged) plug. This plug will t in a grounded wall outlet
only one way. If the plug does not correctly t in the outlet, contact a licensed
electrician to install a proper outlet. DO NOT attempt to modify the plug or
defeat this safety feature.

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10. Do not use unit where aerosol-based products are being used, or where oxygen is being
administered.
11. Unit is only meant to be used with recommended Compact Fabric Steamer model SF-440W
accessories. Using other types of attachments may cause damage to unit or injury.
12. Always check that power cord is unplugged and unit is sufciently cool (allow at least 5 minutes
of cooling time after use) before lling Boiler with water. Do not attempt to use unit without
properly lling Boiler.
13. When lling Boiler, only water should be used in unit – other cleaning agents could damage
unit or cause injury. Distilled or de-mineralized water is highly recommended, in order to
minimize potential build-up of mineral deposits. Do not overll unit.
14. To reduce risk of contact with hot water emitting from Steam Nozzle, check appliance before
each use by positioning it away from body and turning it on. Do not operate unit if Steam
Nozzle is blocked.
15. Burns can occur from touching hot plastic parts, hot water, or steam. Do not touch Steam
Nozzle or attempt to connect any accessories while unit is in use. Use caution when you turn
unit upside-down – there may be hot water in Boiler.
16. When steaming any material for the rst time, it is recommended that you consult the
manufacturer’s guidelines for the fabric being steamed. For items in question, test on an
inconspicuous area before proceeding.
17. Synthetic materials (such as 100% nylon or polyester) are sensitive to heat, and my be
damaged by exposure to hot steam. Steam is recommended for use only on natural bers
such as cotton, linen or wool, as well as nylon or polyester blends.
18. Do not allow power cord to touch hot surfaces during use. Loosely bundle cord when storing.
19. Always allow Compact Fabric Steamer to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling) and empty
Boiler before storing.
20. Only plug power cord directly into 120V outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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FABRIC BRUSH
A440-001
LINT REMOVER
A440-002
Product Information
The following features and accessories are included with your Compact Fabric Steamer. Carefully
inspect the packing material for all parts listed below. To obtain possible missing parts, refer to
Product Support on Page 10 of this manual for Consumer Service contact information.
UNIT FEATURES
& ACCESSORIES
Steam Nozzle
Boiler Cap (Internal)
Handle
Boiler Level Window
Boiler (Internal)
Fabric Brush
Lint Remover
Boiler Cap Cover
On/Off Switch
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2
3
4
5
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7
8
9
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6
2
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•The Steam Nozzle (1) emits the ow of hot, penetrating steam produced by the Boiler.
•The Boiler Cap (2) is designed to safely contain steam inside the Boiler, while providing easy
access to the Boiler’s ll hole.
•The Handle (3) is designed to stay cool while providing maximum grip and comfort.
•The Boiler Level Window (4) permits a clear view of the water level inside the Boiler, and is
marked to indicate the maximum water level for easy lling.
•The Boiler (5) is the internal reservoir where water is held and converted into steam. For
optimal steam production, the Boiler should not be lled past the MAX mark (6.1 oz. / 180 ml.)
indicated on the Boiler Level Window.
•The Fabric Brush (6) ts onto the Steam Nozzle and is designed to brush away large
particles such as hairs and loose threads.
•The Lint Remover (7) ts onto the Steam Nozzle and is designed for removing small
particles, particularly lint.
•Boiler Cap Cover (8) hides the Boiler Cap.
•On/Off Switch (9) power the unit On and Off.

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FILLING BOILER WITH WATER
1. Place Compact Fabric Steamer on a at, level surface.
2. Make sure power cord is unplugged from electrical outlet.
3. Remove Boiler Cap Cover by releasing latch. Then remove Boiler Cap.
CAUTION: If unit has been in use, allow Boiler to cool (5 minutes for minimum cooling
before removing Boiler Cap and adding water.
4. Carefully ll Boiler with water from a faucet, bottle or cup. Use Boiler Level Window to gauge
water level, stopping when it reaches the MAX mark.
WARNING: MAX mark on Boiler Level Window represents the unit’s maximum usable
water capacity (6.1 oz. / 180 ml.). Exceeding this amount will result in water spitting from
Steam Nozzle.
NOTE: In order to minimize potential mineral build-up and prolong the life of your Compact
Fabric Steamer, distilled or de-mineralized water is recommended when lling Boiler.
5. Replace Boiler Cap by pushing Cap rmly into Boiler’s ll hole until secure.
CONNECTING ACCESSORIES
1. Select either Fabric Brush or Lint Remover – only one accessory can be used at a time.
2. Align desired accessory posts (A) onto Accessory Attachment (B), see Figure 1. Make sure
accessory is securely in place.
FIGURE 1
Using Your
Compact Fabric Steamer
Accessory Attachment
Accessory
posts
A
B

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FABRIC STEAMING
CAUTION: When steaming any material for the rst time, it is recommended that you test
on a small inconspicuous area before proceeding. Do not use on synthetic fabrics such
as 100% nylon or polyester, or other steam-sensitive materials.
NOTE: Be sure that Boiler has already been lled and any desired accessories are
connected before following these steps (refer to Page 6 for details).
1. Plug power cord into a standard grounded electrical outlet.
2. After approximately 2 minutes, steam will begin emitting from Steam Nozzle.
3. Direct Steam Nozzle towards fabric material you wish to steam. See below for additional tips
and procedures.
CAUTION: Always be sure that Steam Nozzle is pointed in a safe direction (away from
yourself, other people, pets and plants) when steaming.
Steaming garments:
• Hang garment from a clean, rust-free hanger.
• Direct Steam Nozzle towards bottom of garment. Steam will rise along inside and outside of
material, removing wrinkles. Slowly slide Steam Nozzle upward from bottom to top of garment.
• Direct Steam Nozzle away from garment and smooth material with your free hand.
• Repeat as necessary until garment is fresh and wrinkle-free.
General steaming tips:
• For most effective results, hold Steam Nozzle within 1/2” of fabrics, or press it directly against
surfaces.
• Curtains and draperies can be steamed while still hanging.
• To remove wrinkles from towels, handkerchiefs and napkins, drape them over a rod or towel
rack and gently steam them.
• Heavier fabrics may require repeated steaming to achieve desired results.
• To remove exceptionally stubborn wrinkles, steam both sides of fabric.
• Be especially careful when steaming any delicate fabrics that may be damaged by heat or
water spotting.
• To sanitize a fabric, hold Steam Nozzle within 1/2 inch of a single area for at least 5 seconds.
Use caution when doing this on more delicate fabrics.
• To remove small particles like lint, use the Lint Remover. For larger particles, especially hairs
and loose threads, the Fabric Brush is more effective.
When you are nished using your Compact Fabric Steamer, immediately unplug power cord from
electrical outlet. Refer to Storage & Care guidelines on Page 8 of this manual for proper storage
and maintenance procedures.

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Storage & Care
PROPER STORAGE
Preparing your Compact Fabric Steamer for storage is quick and simple. When you have nished
your steaming tasks, follow the steps listed below.
1. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet.
2. Allow unit to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling).
3. Remove accessories from Steam Nozzle (if connected).
4. Remove Boiler Cap. Drain any water remaining in Boiler into a sink or tub, to minimize poten-
tial mineral build-up. Replace Boiler Cap.
5. Bundle power cord loosely.
6. Store Compact Fabric Steamer in a cool, dry location, along with all included accessories.
MINERAL BUILD-UP
A common maintenance need for steam appliances is the removal of build-up caused by high
mineral content in many municipal water supplies. This mineral build-up may limit the effective-
ness and reduce the life of your Compact Fabric Steamer.
The best way to minimize mineral build-up is to use distilled or de-mineralized water when
using your Compact Fabric Steamer. In addition, it is recommended that the Boiler be cleaned
at least once a month in order to remove any deposits that form. This will help to extend the life
of your Compact Fabric Steamer and keep it functioning at its maximum potential.
To remove mineral build-up:
1. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet.
IMPORTANT: Unit should remain unplugged during cleaning procedure.
2. Allow unit to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling).
3. Remove Accessory from Steam Nozzle (if connected).
4. Remove Boiler Cap and drain any water remaining in Boiler into a sink or tub.
5. Using a measuring cup, measure 4 oz. (118 ml.) of vinegar.
6. Slowly pour vinegar into Boiler.
7. Allow vinegar to soak in Boiler for 30-40 minutes.
8. Drain vinegar from Boiler into a sink or tub. Rell Boiler with fresh water, drain and repeat until
vinegar odor dissipates.
9. Replace Boiler Cap.
10. Bundle power cord loosely and store Compact Fabric Steamer in a cool, dry location, along
with all included accessories.

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Troubleshooting
Unit fails to heat up.
Steam output is weak or intermittent.
Unit is not plugged in.
Mineral build-up in unit.
Household circuit breaker / ground
fault interrupter has tripped or blown
a fuse.
Unit is damaged or in need of repair.
Water level in Boiler is running low.
Plug power cord into electrical outlet.
Refer to Mineral Build-up section on
Page 8 for cleaning procedure.
Reset circuit breaker / ground fault
interrupter, or replace fuse. For
assistance, contact a licensed electrician.
Immediately cease usage and unplug.
Contact Consumer Service for
assistance (see Page 10 for details).
Refer to Filling Boiler With Water
procedure on Page 6 to rell Boiler.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
CONSUMER SERVICES
For problems with your Compact Fabric Steamer, please refer to the troubleshooting guide located
above. Additional inquiries should be directed to our consumer support services through our Web
site, www.steamfast.com.
If you do not have internet access, you may also contact our Consumer Service Department by
telephone, at 1-800-711-6617.
NOTE: In order for our Consumer Service representatives to help you as quickly and
efciently as possible, please have the following information ready before calling:
• Purchase information (where and when you purchased this product)
• Copy of purchase receipt / proof of purchase
• Product serial number (located near electrical specication label on bottom of unit)
• Date code (4-digit number located on electrical specication label on bottom of unit)
For information regarding your 1 Year Limited Warranty, refer to Page 11 of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Unit is spewing water. Water tank is overlled. Do not ll past max line.
No water in Boiler. Refer to Filling Boiler With Water
procedure on Page 6 to rell Boiler.

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FABRIC BRUSH
A440-001
Product Support
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SF-440W
120V
800W
6.7A
6.1 OZ. (180 ML.)
2 MIN. (APPROXIMATE)
9 MIN. (APPROXIMATE)
1.6 LBS. (0.70 KG.)
5.7” (14.5 CM.) x 3.9” (9.9 CM.) x 9.7” (24.6 CM.)
7.7’ (235.0 CM.)
MODEL
VOLTAGE
WATTAGE
AMPERAGE
WATER CAPACITY
HEATING TIME
CONTINUOUS STEAM TIME
UNIT WEIGHT
UNIT DIMENSIONS
POWER CORD LENGTH
REPLACEMENT / OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
When ordering replacement or optional accessories for your Compact Fabric Steamer, you may
refer to the part numbers below. Accessories may be ordered through our Web site:
www.steamfast.com
You may also contact Consumer Service directly:
[email protected] or 1-800-711-6617
NOTE: Due to continuing improvements, part numbers listed above may change.
For assistance ordering parts, please contact Consumer Service directly.
LINT REMOVER
A440-002

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Warranty Information
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
What is covered
Steamfast, a division of Vornado Air, LLC (“Steamfast”). Subject to the terms and conditions of this
1-Year Limited Warranty (“Warranty”) as set forth below, Steamfast warrants to the original consumer
or purchaser (“Buyer”) that this Steamfast®-branded steam product, excluding all accessories and
attachments, (the “Product”) is to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one
(1) year from the date of purchase when used and maintained in accordance with the Owner’s Guide
(the “Warranty Period”).
In the event Buyer noties Steamfast of a defect in the Product within the Warranty Period, Steamfast
will replace the Product and/or defective component parts, as applicable and necessary. Any such re-
placement will be made at no charge to Buyer for parts or labor, provided that Buyer shall be respon-
sible for all shipping and transportation costs associated with returning the Product to Steamfast for
inspection and covered replacement.
What is not covered
This Warranty shall not be applicable to damage or loss caused in whole or in part by:
• Repairs, modications or alterations to the Product by anyone other than Steamfast.
• Use or operation of the Product outside the permitted or intended uses described by Steamfast in
the Owner’s Guide, or other careless operation, handling, misuse, or abuse of the Product.
• Lack of proper maintenance or timely cleaning of the Product as specied in the Owner’s Guide.
• Use of the Product other than for normal household purposes.
• Normal wear and tear.
• Used consumable parts, accessories and attachments, including, but not limited to, brushes, hang-
ers, scrub pads and mop pads.
• Use of parts and accessories other than those produced or recommended by Steamfast.
• Cosmetic damage, such as scratches, nicks and dents.
• Damage caused by accident, water, ood, re or other acts of nature or external causes.
Warranty limitations and exclusions
• NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY STEAMFAST TO BUYER AND NO REPRESEN-
TATIVE HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE REPRESENTATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE PROVID-
ED HEREIN.
• THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE
HEREOF AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SPECIFICALLY THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD, UNLESS A SHORTER PERIOD IS
PERMITTED BY LAW.
• STEAMFAST’S REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL STEAMFAST BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES, EVEN IF STEAMFAST
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF OR COULD REASONABLY FORESEE THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER
RISING OUT OF BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR UNDER ANY OTHER
THEORY OF LAW.
• THIS WARRANTY GIVES BUYER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. BUYER MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE-TO-STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLU-
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DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO BUYER.
How do you register the Warranty
Buyer must complete an application to register this Warranty within sixty (60) days following date of
purchase. Buyer may either visit Steamfast’s website at www.steamfast.com and complete an online
application or mail a completed application to Steamfast. Failure to register this Warranty within sixty
(60) days following date of purchase will render this Warranty null and void.
Warranty service
For warranty service, call 1-800-711-6617 or email [email protected] to obtain a
Return Authorization (“RA”) form. Include the Product model number and serial number, as well as
Buyer’s name, address, city, state, zip code and phone number when contacting Steamfast for war-
ranty service. Buyer may be required to provide the original sales receipt for purposes of verifying date
of purchase. After receiving the RA form, the Product must be shipped, postage prepaid by Buyer, to:
Steamfast
Attn: Warranty & Repair
415 E. 13th Street
Andover, KS 67002
To assure proper handling, packages must be clearly marked with the RA number. Packages not
clearly marked with the RA number may be refused at the receiving dock.
Important: After receiving return authorization, carefully pack the Product to avoid damage in ship-
ping. Damage in shipping is not covered by the Warranty and shall be the sole responsibility of Buyer.
Damage or loss not covered by this Warranty or occurring outside the Warranty Period will require a
fee to cover the cost of handling and shipping. All such fees and costs shall be the sole responsibility
of Buyer.
Please allow at least 1-2 weeks for return of the Product after it is received by Steamfast. For ease of
recordkeeping, it is recommended that Buyer staple or attached the original sales receipt to this Own-
er’s Guide and record the Product serial number (located on the Product specications decal) here:
________________________________________________
© 2014 Vornado Air, LLC • Andover, KS 67002
Specications subject to change without notice. Steamfast® is a trademark owned by
Vornado Air, LLC.
Manufactured in China.
Steamfast Consumer Service W: www.steamfast.com • P: 1-800-711-6617 •
E: [email protected]
Warranty Information

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