User manual KARCHER VITRE

[. . . ] Scope of delivery The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on the packaging. In the event of missing accessories or any transport damage, please contact your dealer. The appliance is intended to be used with steam and can be used with the appropriate accessories as described in these operating instructions. You will find a list of spare parts at the end of these operating instructions. [. . . ] If the pressure controller is defect and the steam pressure in the boiler rises, a pressure control valve in the safety lock opens, and steam is emitted through the lock to the outside. Please contact your local KÄRCHER customer service before you put the appliance into operation again. Quick Reference  Illustrations on Page 2 1 Unscrew the safety lock and fill the steam cleaner with a max. A1 Indicator lamp - heater (ORANGE) A2 Indicator lamp (green) – line voltage is on A3 Switch - ON A4 Switch - OFF A5 Safety cap A6 Holder for accessories A7 Storage holder for floor nozzle A8 Mains cable with mains plug A9 Running wheels (2 ea. ) A10 Steering roller B1 Steam gun B2 Unlocking button B3 Selector switch for the steam volume (with child protection) B4 Steam lever B5 Steam hose C1 Detail nozzle C2 Round brush C3 Power nozzle D1 Hand nozzle D2 Terry cloth cover E1 Extension tubes (two tubes) E2 Unlocking button F1 Floor nozzle F2 Retaining clip F3 Terry floor cloth G1 Window wiper EN – 7 15 Operation  Illustrations on fold-out page!Attaching the Accessories Illustration  Insert steering roller and transport wheels and lock them. Illustration +  Connect the required accessories (see Chapter "How to use the accessories“) to the steam gun. Insert the open end of the accessory on the steam gun and push onto the steam gun until the unlocking button of the steam gun locks into place. Insert the required accessories on the free end of the extension tube. Removing the Accessories ƽ Danger Hot water may drip out of the accessory parts while you are detaching them!Never detach accessory parts while steam streams out - risk of scalding!This way, the floor is already cleared of dirt/ loose particles prior to the wet cleaning. Refreshing textiles Prior to treatment with the steam cleaner, always check the reaction of the textiles in an inconspicuous location: Steam at first, then let dry and then check for colour or shape changes. Cleaning of Coated or Lacquered Surfaces When cleaning painted or plastic-coated surfaces, as found on kitchen and living room furniture, doors, parquet; wax, furniture polish, plastic surfaces or paint can come loose or stains can be created. When cleaning these surfaces, briefly steam a cloth and wipe the surfaces with it. Caution Never direct the steam jet at glued edges as the edge band may loosen. Turning Off the Appliance  Press the OFF switch to turn off the appliance. EN – 9 17 Cleaning of Glass In case of low outside temperatures, especially in the winter, warm up the window pane by slightly steaming the entire glass surface. This will prevent tensions on the surface which might lead to glass breakage. Caution Do not direct steam onto the sealed locations of the window frame to prevent damage. Power nozzle The power nozzle can be installed onto the detail nozzle as an accessory. Therefore, it is wellsuited for cleaning very tough dirt, blowing out corners, grooves, etc. [. . . ] σ Pour the descaling solution into the boiler and allow it to react for approximately 8 hours. Warning Do not screw the safety lock on the appliance during the decalcifying. Do not use the steam cleaner as long as there is decalcifying agent in the boiler. Therefore, you should rinse the boiler two to three times with cold water to remove any residues of the descaler. [. . . ]