Earlex IS2000 User Manual

Instant Steamer – Model IS2000

USER INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

Thank you for purchasing an Earlex Instant Steam Cleaning Kit. In order to obtain the best results

from this product, please read these instructions & make a special note of the Safety Rules before

commencing any work.

EARLEX LTD. WILL ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IF USED

FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSES THAN THOSE DETAILED HEREIN

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CONTENTS

Important Information

Check that your Steam Caddy is complete 3
Safety Rules 4
Safety Precautions 4
Steam Cleaning Delicate materials 4

About your Earlex Steam Caddy 5
Features Guide 7
Preparing your Steam Caddy for use 8
Using the main attachments 9
Using the mini attachments 11
Getting started 12
Cleaning & maintenance 13
Storing the unit 13
Trouble Shooting 14
Spare parts 14
Mains connection 15
Guarantee 16

BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER PLEASE CHECK THAT YOUR EARLEX

STEAM CADDY IS COMPLETE.

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OPENING THE CARTON

When you open the carton, you will see a plain brown carton containing the Caddy unit, which has the
4 main attachments stowed inside and 2 Extension Tubes. This carton is on top of another plain brown
carton, which contains the Boiler Unit, which has a recess in its underside where the three Mini
Attachments are stored. The Hose and Handle and the Mains Lead are attached to the Boiler Unit.
Check the list below to ensure your Steam Caddy is complete.

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COMPONENT LIST

a) Boiler Unit
b) Jet Nozzle *
c) Brush Nozzle *
d) Scraper Nozzle *
*These 3 tools are stored in a recess, in the
underside of the boiler unit as illustrated in 2
e) Caddy Unit
f) 2 x Extension Tubes
g) Floor Cleaner **

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h) Floor Cleaner Bonnet **
i) Window/Tile Cleaner **
j) Upholstery Cleaner/Clothes Steamer **
k) Upholstery Cleaner/Clothes Steamer Bonnet **
l) Clothing Attachment Rest **
**These 6 items are stored in the caddy as
illustrated in 3
m)Instruction Manual (item not shown)
n) Quick Reference Guide (item not shown)

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Should any of these components be missing please phone our helpline and we will arrange
immediate despatch of replacements.

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SAFETY RULES

l Keep equipment away from children and pets.
l If using the unit on stairs or at a height, always ensure that it has been properly blocked to

prevent it falling off.

l Steam is produced at 100˚C. Be careful, wear protective clothing and protect your hands with

heat resistant gloves or mitts.

l Never point the steam at anyone.
l Never use unit outside when raining.
l Do not overfill water tank.
l Do not stand on the unit or the hose.
l Do not pull the unit by the Mains Lead, only by the Hose.
l Do not allow water or steam to enter light switches or power points.
l Do not leave unit unattended.
l Use only standard tap water. Never add detergents or chemicals for cleaning.
l Extreme care must be taken when using in bathrooms. Always be aware of electrocution from

stored water in baths or sinks.

l It is recommended that a RCD (residual current device) rated at 30mA is fitted into the mains

supply socket for added protection against electric shock.

l Use only genuine Earlex replacement parts, unless otherwise stated.
l Never direct steam towards equipment that contains electrical components.

CAUTION

STEAM IS HOT! Please be aware that steam is produced at 100˚C – so be careful, wear protective

clothing and protect your hands with heat resistant gloves or mitts. Be aware that during use,
condensing steam will result in a small amount of hot water dripping from the attachments. Take extra
care when cleaning with the attachments at higher levels, eg cleaning windows or tiles. When used
for removing creases from clothes or curtains avoid water marks from dripping water by wiping the
attachments occasionally with a dry cloth. The exposed parts of the Steam Caddy that become hot in
use, and which the user is likely to touch in use, are coloured RED as an extra warning. Never touch
these parts when the unit is in use. Any part of the Steam Caddy may be hotter than you expect, so
always take extra care during or after use.

You will see this symbol above the Steam Release button on the handle, to warn you about
the presence of steam.

Quality control checks in our factory may result in a very small residue of water in the steam hose of
the Steam Caddy. This is due to steam cooling in the hose. When you switch the unit on for the first
time (and every time thereafter) and before the Steam Ready light comes on, there may be a short jet
of hot water or steam ejected from the end of the tool, before or immediately after the Steam Button
is pressed. Drain this water into a container, until only steam is produced, before starting your cleaning
task.
Only submerge the end of the handle nozzle when descaling. Never submerge at any other time, with
or without attachments fitted. Cooling steam will draw water up into the hose.

USING STEAM ON DELICATE MATERIALS

Always check the suitability of materials before steam cleaning. Steam is being generated at 100˚C.

Do not use on any surfaces that cannot withstand this temperature e.g. Draylon®, velour, delicate
fabrics etc. Always test a small area of the material – preferably a portion that is normally unseen –

and allow it to dry before starting the full cleaning task.
Do not soak materials being cleaned. Only a light application of steam is required.

We do not recommend using this product on self adhesive vinyl tiles.

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ABOUT YOUR EARLEX STEAM CADDY

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing an Earlex Steam Caddy. It is a totally unique steam cleaning system unlike
any other currently available. It enables the user to complete numerous cleaning and other tasks
around the home, in the garden and in the car. We hope you will use the Earlex Steam Caddy often
to save you time, enhance the look of your home and keep it spotlessly clean.

The really unique aspect of the Steam Caddy is that you get three products in one. A hand held
steamer, a floor mounted steamer and an upholstery/clothes steamer.

THE POWER & HYGIENE OF STEAM

The Steam Caddy will clean most surfaces and materials using only the power of steam. No
chemicals, detergents or cleaning fluids are required. This not only helps to protect the environment
but also saves the money normally spent on traditional cleaning products. The action of steam also
removes any traces of powder or liquid cleaners previously used.

Using the heat and power of steam, the Earlex Steam Caddy is extremely effective in maintaining
hygiene around your home. In the kitchen and bathroom, on carpets, and upholstery the action of
steam can kill off many common bacteria. E-coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus and
Pseudomonas aeruginosa are among the bacteria that the Steam Caddy can banish from all your
living areas and give you peace of mind that your home is as clean as it can be.

WHERE TO USE YOUR STEAM CLEANER

The Earlex Steam Caddy can be used around your home to clean, brighten and restore the pile in your
carpets. Even tiled, stone and sealed hard wood floors can be cleaned to make them look almost new.
Clean and refresh the colour of your soft furnishings and upholstery, and remove unwanted creases
and wrinkles from your clothes and curtains. The Steam Caddy has been cleverly designed to convert,
very simply, to a clothes steamer that gives very professional results. With the instant steam
availability and fast assembly as a garment steamer this means you can use this product regularly to
keep your clothes looking their best.

In the kitchen and bathroom the Earlex Steam Caddy will both clean and sanitise. Cleaning around
taps, toilets, all sanitary ware and tiles, will both improve the looks and ensure these areas are truly
sanitised. Ceramic tiles will sparkle when soap deposits are removed, mirrors too will look like new.
Removing burnt and caked on deposits from cookers becomes an easy task.

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