Earlex LMB230V, LMB110V User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Models LMB230V/LMB110V

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.

EARLEX LIMITED WILL

PRODUCT

IF USED FOR

ANY

NO RESPONSIBILITY

OTHER PURPOSES THAN THOSE DETAILED HEREIN.

FOR

RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

U.K. Patent No.2,263,996. USA Patent No.5,542,021.

THE USE OF

THIS

Safety Rules

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.

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.

Before standing on the frame ensure all

screws are tight and the frame is undamaged.

Never use outside when raining.

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.

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.

When standing on the stripper always

remain within the confines of the step and do not over-reach.

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.

Maximum weight for standing on the unit

is 127 kg (20 stone) and no more than 1 person at a time.

Main Features

is a professional,

The Earlex SteamMaster fast-action steam wallpaper stripper. It has many added features;

Each tank is individually pressure tested. Storage spools for the hose and the mains lead. Neon mains On/Of Patented stand to enable user to reach the top of the wall. 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

f switch,

soaked. Weak plaster can normally be detected by

hollow

tapping a few areas of the wall.

A 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

MAX

MIN

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 SteamMaster® is designed for safe, fast removal of wallpaper but you must 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. 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.

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

VE UNATTENDED.

LEA 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. Move the steam plate to the section

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. must be clean water, preferably hot. DO NOT USE

ADDITIVES - DO NOT OVERFILL. Replace the filler cap, connect the mains

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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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