Kalorik USK SFC 1 User Manual

STEAM CLEANER

LIMPIADOR VAPOR

USK SFC 1

www.KALORIK.com

120V~60Hz 1500W

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using your appliance, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:

WARNING: DANGER OF SCALDING

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

2. Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the
rating plate of the appliance before using the appliance.

3. This product is designed for domestic use only.

4. Do not use outdoors.

5. Do not leave steamer unattended while turned on. Unplug the
electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.

6. Do not allow the steam mop to be used as a toy. Close attention
is necessary when used near children, pets or plants.

7. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons.

8. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.

9. Never direct steam towards people, animals, plants, or
equipment containing components.

10. Do not immerse the steamer in water or other liquids.

11. Do not use if cord or plug is damaged. If steamer is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
immersed in water, return it to the distributor before continuing
use. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or a similarly qualified person.

12. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door
on the cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.

13. Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current
carrying capacity.

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14. Unplug after use. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.

15. Do not handle plug or steam cleaner with wet hands or operate
without shoes.

16. Do not insert any objects into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked.

17. Do not use without floor cloth in place.

18. Do not use on stairs.

19. Store your steamer indoors in a cool, dry area.

20. Keep your work area well lit.

21. Never put cleaning detergents or chemical into the Steamer. This
will make the operation unsafe and damage the unit.

22. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s
recommended accessories.

23. Avoid contacting moving parts.

24. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

25. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces including the stove.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS

Some appliances are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug
will fit into the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
properly fit into the outlet at first, reverse it. If it still does not fit,
contact a competent qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify
the plug in any way.
For appliances equipped with a standard plug, simply insert the plug
into the outlet without paying attention to the way you plug it.

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PARTS

A) Trigger
B) Handle cord wrap
C) Steamer handle
D) Folding handle button
E) Led
F) Carry handle
G) Water tank release lock
H) Water tank
I) Filter
J) Steamer body
K) Steamer head
L) Cloth pad clip
M) Quick release cord wrap
N) Power cord
O) Lower cord wrap
P) Cloth pad
Q) Carpet glider

This appliance must be grounded. Use only the proper type outlet
when plugging in the appliance; do not attempt to override the
ground wire feature.

DESCRIPTION

Thank you and congratulations for choosing the Steam Vortex. This
Steamer is a modern way of cleaning that is effective and far more
hygienic than conventional methods.
The Steamer achieves a high degree of hygienic and decreasing
cleansing power by converting water into steam. It uses a 100%
cotton floor cloth to enhance absorbency. When contact is made
with floor surfaces, dirt and grime can be eliminated in a matter of
seconds.

Since the Steamer uses the active power of steam without the use of
detergents or soap, it is environmentally friendly.
The Steamer does not require distilled water. Residents in areas with
hard water should use distilled or filtered water for better

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performance. Regular descaling might be needed to maintain an
optimal performance.

When used correctly the Steamer can kill dust mites and some types
of bacteria, such as salmonella and E-coli.

To disinfect a specific area, position the steamer over the area for a
minimum of eight seconds. The steam temperature will reach to
approximately 100°C (212 °F). Use this procedure to disinfect floors
near: bathroom stools, kitchen counters, pet sleeping quarters, etc.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

The Steamer is designed to thoroughly clean floor surfaces, such as
marble, ceramic, stone, linoleum, sealed hard wood floors and
parquet.

WARNING: ON SURFACES THAT HAVE BEEN TREATED WITH WAX,

THE WAX MAY BE REMOVED BY THE HEAT AND STEAM
ACTION. DO NOT USE ON UNSEALED WOOD FLOORS OR
LET UNIT STAND ON ANY WOOD FLOOR FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE THE WOOD GRAIN TO
RISE. IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED THAT A SAMPLE
CLEANSING BE CARRIED OUT ON AN ISOLATED AREA OF
THE FLOOR. IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT YOU CHECK
THE USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS OF THE SURFACE FROM
THE FLOOR MANUFACTURER TO ENSURE SUITABILITY TO
STEAM CLEANING.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE AND USE

1) Insert steamer head onto the steamer body

2) Secure the steamer head with the small Philips-head screws until
fully tightened (only before first use)

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3) Push the Steamer handle straight up by pressing firmly on the
folding handle button.

4) Push the cloth pad clip down, set the cloth pad on the clip.
Replace the clip back to the Steamer Head.

5) Push the water tank release lock upwards to take out the water
tank, unscrew the water tank cap, fill it with cool tap water,
tighten the cap, replace the water tank back to the unit.

NOTE: Do not operate without a floor cloth in place.

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6) Twist the quick release Cord Wrap clockwise to un-wrap the
power cord completely, hang the cord on the handle cord wrap
for better use of the steamer when moving and cleaning, plug
into a grounded outlet.

7) The LED will illuminate when the steamer is plugged in.

NOTE: It is recommended that another high wattage appliance is

not operated on the same circuit to avoid a circuit overload.

8) Holding the steamer head flat on the floor, unlock it from its
parking position by tilting the steamer handle backwards.

CAUTION: WHEN USING STEAMER FOR FIRST TIME, PLEASE HOLD

TRIGGER IN FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS TO PRIME THE
UNIT.

9) Slowly pass over surface to be cleaned while pressing trigger to
emit steam. It is recommended to sweep or vacuum floor prior
using the steamer.

CAUTION: TO SANITIZE AN AREA OF YOUR FLOOR, LEAVE THE STEAMER

OVER THE AREA FOR A MINIMUM OF 8 SECONDS, BUT NO
LONGER THAN 15 SECONDS. LEAVING THE STEAMER
STATIONARY POSITION FOR A LONGER PERIOD THAN
RECOMMENDED MAY CAUSE THE BUILD UP OF A PALE
RESIDUE. THIS RESIDUE CAN BE REMOVED BY USING A
DECALCIFYING PRODUCT OR WITH A FEW DROPS OF
VINEGAR (SEE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE)

10) When steamer stops emitting steam, after approximately 15
minutes of use, simply remove the water tank, refill, and continue
cleaning.

WARNING: NEVER RUN THE STEAMER WITHOUT WATER. NEVER DIRECT

STEAM AT ANY PERSON OR ANIMAL. USE STEAMER ON
SEALED HARD FLOOR ONLY! DO NOT USE ON WAXED
FLOORS!

11) When you finish your cleaning, unplug the power cord from the
outlet, empty the water tank, let it cool for a few minutes and
carefully remove the cloth pad from the steamer head; wind the
power cord around the Cord Wrap and store it upright in a dry
area or hang it by the storage hook.

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