Earlex LCS176, LCS270 User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Models LCS270 / LCS176

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

Thank you for purchasing an Earlex Steam Wallpaper Stripper.

In order to obtain the best results please read the instructions before commencing

any work. Please also make a special note of the safety rules.

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Keep away from children and animals.

Do not pull by the mains lead or the steam hose.

Be careful of overhead dripping, when using on overhead areas tilt the steam plate away from the face and body, and regularly empty the steamplate of any collected condensation.

Do not leave unattended.

Do not point the steam plate at anyone.

Safety Rules

Always disconnect power supply when filling the machine or when not in use.

Do not use any caustic cleaners on the tank.

Do not allow to boil dry.

Do not overfill the reservoir. DO NOT USE ADDITIVES.

Never detach the hose whilst the unit is switched on.

Do not allow water or steam to enter light switches or sockets.

Always use and store upright.

Always visually check that the hose and steam plate inlet are not blocked before attempting to use.

Do not strain, kink or trap the hose under heavy objects.

Use only 4lb pressure cap as supplied. It is also a safety valve. NEVER BLOCK OFF THIS OUTLET.

NEVER remove the filler cap when unit is boiling - switch off and wait for 5 minutes.

Never use outside when raining.

Main Features

This is a professional, fast-action steam wallpaper stripper features;

Each tank is individually pressure tested.

Storage for the hose and the mains lead.

Neon mains On/Off switch,

Cooler running steam hose.

Caution!

Check the state of your plaster before starting work. Steam can loosen weak, porous or poorly bonded plaster - which also loosens readily if cracked, holed or if steam plate is held in one position for too long after the paper is soaked. Weak plaster can normally be detected by tapping a few areas of the wall.

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The tank becomes hot in use. Do not touch. Only move with the carrying frame.

Steam is produced at 100oC. Wear protective clothing and gloves when operating this stripper

DO NOT USE THIS STRIPPER FOR

ANY OTHER PURPOSES THAN DETAILED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Under no cirumstances should you attempt to repair a unit unless qualified and authorised to do so.

Use only genuine Earlex replacement parts.

sound indicates that you should proceed only with extreme care - stopping immediately if you hear a cracking sound or plaster starts to break loose.

The steam stripper is safe for drywall/plaster board surfaces but whatever the material, it is always wise to check a small area before starting work properly.

Protect your home!

The heat generated by the boiler unit can mark carpets, soft furnishings, table tops, cabinets etc. Dust sheets or newspapers are not suitable heat protectors for delicate surfaces.

Preparation

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o achieve fastest paper removal always gently score the areas to be stripped. With heavily embossed, vinyl coated or painted papers this is essential. Either use a proprietary perforator tool or alternatively score the paper with the edge of a wall scraper in a criss-cross pattern with 150mm (6 inch) spacing. As with all decorating work be sure to protect carpets and furniture with covers.

Operation

STEAM IS HOT! The unit is designed for safe, fast removal of wallpaper but you must be aware that steam is produced at 100oC so be careful, wear protective clothing and protect your hands with heat resistant gloves or mitts. Place the unit on a flat surface near to the area to be stripped. Remove the steam plate. FULLY UNCOIL the hose and mains lead. Connect the thread on the steam plate to the end of the hose. This only needs to be hand tight. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Connect the mains lead from the unit to the socket and switch on. The mains switch on the unit has a neon light and will light when the unit is on. It will take between 10 and 20 minutes for the 230V unit or 25-35 minutes for the 110V unit to start producing steam depending on the temperature of the water used. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED. Once steam is being produced at the steam plate you are ready to commence operation. Prior to the steam being produced a small amount of bubbling will occur at the steam plate. WARNING: Beware of hot water discharge prior to steam emission. When the steam has been produced, lift the steam plate above the level of the tank outlet to allow condensed steam to run back down the hose and into the tank. If you are right handed hold the steam plate in your left hand and place flat against the wall where you wish to commence removing. Leave the plate against the wall for approximately 10 seconds. If you are left handed you may find it easier to operate with the other hand.

If the steam plate is fitted with a metal swivel joint, tighten hose nut to thread using two spanners. The plate can remain permanently attached to the hose thereafter. To fill the unit, remove the filler cap and fill to the maximum water level as shown on the glass panel at the end of the tank. This must be clean water NOT USE ADDITIVES - DO NOT OVERFILL.

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Move the steam plate to the section immediately next to where you have just been working and use a wallpaper scraper to remove the section that has just been steamed. By working in this way you should be able to remove paper continually. You may have to leave the plate against the wall for longer periods with some papers or re-steam if not completely removed.

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