SC 2 EasyFix
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these operating intructions
carefully before using the unit
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Contents
General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Instructions for Steam Cleaners. . . . . 5
Safety Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
How to Use the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
General information
Please read and comply with these original instructions prior to the initial operation of your appliance and store them for
later use or subsequent owners.
Proper use
Use the steam cleaner only for private households.
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 not
need any detergent. Please adhere to the safety instructions.
Environmental protection
The packaging material can be recycled. Please
do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper re-
cycling.
Old appliances contain valuable materials that
can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper
recycling of old appliances. Please dispose your
old appliances using appropriate collection sys-
tems.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients
at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on
the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for
completeness when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any transport
damage, please contact your dealer.
Only use original accessories and spare parts, they ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device.
For information about accessories and spare parts,
please visit www.kaercher.com.
The warranty terms published by the relevant sales
company are applicable in each country. We will repair
potential failures of your appliance within the warranty
period free of charge, provided that such failure is
caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In
the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer
or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
(See address on the reverse)
– Warnings and notes that are
– Apart from the notes con-
DANGER
Pointer to immediate danger,
which leads to severe injuries or
death.
몇 WARNING
Pointer to a possibly dangerous
situation, which can lead to severe injuries or death.
몇 CAUTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous
situation, which can lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous
situation, which can lead to
property damage.
Accessories and Spare Parts
Warranty
Safety Instructions for
Steam Cleaners
attached on the appliance
provide important notes for
the safe operation.
tained herein the general
safety provisions and rules
for the prevention of accidents of the legislator must be
observed.
Hazard levels
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Electric components
DANGER
Never use the appliance in
pools containing water.
Do not level the steam jet di-
rectly at equipment that contains electrical components,
such as the inside of ovens.
Check the appliance and the
accessories, especially the
power cord, the safety lock
and the steam hose for proper condition.
Do not use the appliance in
case of damage.
If the power cord is damaged,
please arrange immediately
for the exchange by an authorized customer service or
a skilled electrician.
Promptly replace a damaged
steam hose. You may only
use a steam hose that is recommended by the manufacturer.
Never touch the mains plug
and the socket with wet
hands.
Always disconnect the mains
plug and allow the steam
cleaner to cool down before
performing any maintenance
work.
Repair works may only be
performed by the authorized
customer service.
The connection between the
power cord and extension cable must not lie in water.
몇 WARNING
The appliance may only be
connected to an electric supply that has been installed by
an electrician in accordance
with IEC 60364.
The appliance may only be
connected to alternating current. The voltage must correspond with the type plate of
the appliance.
In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms,
connect the appliance to
sockets with a series connected RCD adapter.
Only use splash-proof electri-
cal extension cables with a
minimum cross-section of
3x1 mm²
Replace couplings at the
power cord or extension cable only with couplings that
have the same protection
against splashing water and
the same mechanical
strength.
Be very careful while cleaning
tiled walls with sockets.
몇 CAUTION
Make sure that the power
cord or extension cable is not
damaged by running over,
pinching, dragging or the like.
Protect the power cords from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Safe handling
DANGER
The user must use the appli-
ance as intended. The person
must consider the local conditions and must pay attention
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to other persons in the vicinity
when working with the appliance.
The appliance may not be op-
erated in explosive atmospheres.
If the appliance is used in
hazardous areas the corresponding safety provisions
must be observed.
Do not use the appliance if it
fell down, is visibly damaged
or leaking.
Never use the appliance to
clean objects containing hazardous substances (e.g. asbestos).
Never touch the steam jet
from a short distance with
your hands and never direct
the steam jet to persons or
animals (risk of scalds).
Never open the maintenance
/ safety lock during operation.
Allow appliance to cool down
first.
Do not fill in detergents or oth-
er additives!
Risk of scalding when the
boiler is hot. Allow the boiler
to cool down prior to filling in
water.
몇 WARNING
The appliance must not be
operated by children or persons who have not been instructed accordingly.
This appliance is not intended
for use by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or lacking expe-
rience and/or skills, unless
such persons are accompanied and supervised by a person in charge of their safety
or they have received precise
instructions on the use of this
appliance and have understood the resulting risks.
Children must not play with
this appliance.
Supervise children to prevent
them from playing with the
appliance.
Keep appliance out of reach
of children as long as it is
switched on or hasn't cooled
down.
Operate or store the appli-
ance only in accordance with
the description or illustration!
Do not wedge the steam lever
/ the steam button during operation.
Only switch on the appliance
when there is water in the
boiler. Otherwise the appliance might overheat (see
Troubleshooting).
Hot water may drip out of the
accessory parts while you are
detaching them! Allow appliance to cool down.
Never separate accessories
from the appliance as long as
steam is escaping!
몇 CAUTION
Create stability for the appli-
ance prior to any work on or
with the appliance to prevent
accidents or damage.
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Never fill solvents, solvent-
containing liquids or undiluted
acids (e.g. detergents, benzene, paint thinner, and acetone) into the boiler as these
substances affect the materials used on the appliance.
Never leave the appliance
unattended as long as it is in
operation.
ATTENTION
In case of longer breaks and
after use, switch the appliance off at the main switch /
appliance switch and pull the
mains plug.
Do not operate the appliance
at temperatures below 0 °C.
Protect the unit from rain. Do
not store outside.
몇 CAUTION
Place the appliance on a sol-
id, even ground to ensure a
safe footing.
Do not carry the appliance
during cleaning work.
Descaling the boiler
몇 CAUTION
Do not screw the safety lock
onto the appliance during decalcification.
Do not use the steam cleaner
as long as there is decalcifying agent in the boiler.
Be careful when filling and
draining the steam cleaner
with the decalcifying solution.
The decalcifying solution can
corrode sensitive surfaces.
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Symbols on the machine
몇 CAUTION
Danger of scalding by steam!
Safety Devices
몇 CAUTION
Safety devices protect the user and must not be modified or bypassed.
Pressure controller
The pressure controller keeps the boiler pressure during the operation as constant as possible. The heating
is turned off if the maximum operating pressure of 4 bar
is reached in the boiler and is reactivated in case of a
pressure drop in the boiler due to steam tapping.
Safety thermostat
The safety thermostat turns off the appliance if the pressure controller fails and the appliance overheats in case
of a malfunction. Please contact your local KÄRCHER
customer service to arrange for the reset of the safety
thermostat.
Safety lock
The safety lock seals the boiler against the steam pressure that builds up in the boiler. 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.
Description of the Appliance
Illustrations on fold-out page!
A1 Indicator lamp (green) – line voltage is on
A2 Indicator lamp - heater (ORANGE)
A3 Safety cap
A4 Holder for accessories
A5 Storage holder for floor nozzle
A6 Mains cable with mains plug
A7 Running wheels (2 ea.)
A8 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
D1 Hand nozzle
D2 Hand nozzle microfibre cover
E1 Extension tubes (two tubes)
E2 Unlocking button
F1 Floor nozzle
F2 Hook and loop fastener
F3 Microfibre floor cloth
G1 Descaler
Quick Reference
Illustrations on Page 2
Illustration
Unscrew the safety lock and fill the steam cleaner
with a max. of 1 litre of water.
Illustration
Screw in safety cap.
Illustration
Plug in the mains plug.
Illustration
The green and orange indicator lamps light up.
Wait until the orange indicator lamp goes out.
Illustration
Connect the accessories to the steam gun.
The steam cleaner is ready to use.
Operation
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. In-
sert the open end of the accessory on the steam
gun and push onto the steam gun until the unlock-
ing button of the steam gun locks into place.
Illustration
Use the extension tubes if necessary. To do so,
connect one or both extension tubes to the steam
gun. Insert the required accessories on the free
end of the extension tube.
Removing the Accessories
Move the selector switch for the steam volume
back (steam lever locked).
Illustration
To detach the accessory parts, press the unlocking
button and pull the items apart.
Fill up with water
Note:
If you always use usual commercial distilled water it is
not necessary to descale the boiler.
ATTENTION
Do not use condensation water from the drier!
Do not fill in detergents or other additives!
Remove the safety lock from the device.
Illustration
Completely empty the steam boiler to remove exist-
ing water.
Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1 liters of fresh tap
water.
Note:
You can cut down the heating-up time by using
warm water.
Screw the safety cap back onto the device.
Turning on the Appliance
Place the unit securely on a firm surface.
Insert the mains plug into a socket.
Both indicator lamps must illuminate.
The orange indicator lamp goes out after approxi-
mately 8 minutes.
The steam cleaner is ready to use.
Adjusting the Steam Quantity
Use the selector switch for the steam volume to regulate
the discharged steam. The selector switch has three positions:
Maximum steam volume
Reduced steam volume
No steam - child protection
Note:
In this lever position, the steam lever cannot be
used.
Set selector switch to the required steam volume.
While operating the steam switch, always direct the
steam gun at a separate piece of cloth until the
steam is emitted evenly.
Note:
The heating of the steam cleaner is turned on in
regular intervals during the operation of the appliance in order to maintain the pressure in the boiler
at a constant level. When the heating is turned on,
the orange indicator lamp (heater) lights up.
Refilling Water
Water needs to be filled into the boiler, if the steam volume decreases during work and no more steam is emitted in the end.
Note:
The safety lock cannot be opened as long as slight pressure remains in the boiler.
Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
Push the steam switch until steam discharge stops.
Now, the boiler of the appliance is unpressurized.
Remove the safety lock from the device.
Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1 liters of fresh tap
water.
Screw the safety cap back onto the device.
Insert the mains plug into a socket.
The orange indicator lamp goes out after approxi-
mately 8 minutes.
The steam cleaner is ready to use.
Turning Off the Appliance
Illustration
Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
Push the steam switch until steam discharge stops.
Now, the boiler of the appliance is unpressurized.
Storing the Appliance
Illustration
– Put the extension pipes into the large accessory
compartments.
– Insert the manual nozzle and detail nozzle onto
each extension pipe.
– Put the round brush into the medium acessory
compartments.
– Hook the floor nozzle into the parking position.
– Wrap the steam hose around the extension pipes
and insert the steam pistol into the floor nozzle.
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How to Use the Accessories
Important application instructions
Cleaning floor surfaces
It is recommended to sweep or vacuum the floor prior
to using the steam cleaner. 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.
ATTENTION
Never direct the steam jet at glued edges as the edge
band may loosen. Do not use the steam cleaner on unsealed wooden or parquet floors.
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.
Then clean the window surface with the hand nozzle
and attachment. Use a squeegee to remove the water
or wipe the surfaces dry.
ATTENTION
Do not direct steam onto the sealed locations of the window frame to prevent damage.
Steam gun
You can use the steam gun without any additional accessories, e.g.:
– to remove odours and wrinkles from hanging
clothes by steaming them at a distance of 10 to 20
cm.
– to remove dust from plants. Here, keep a distance
of 20-40 cm.
– for moist dusting, by briefly steaming the cloth and
wiping the furniture with it.
Detail nozzle
Illustration
The closer this nozzle is to the contaminated area, the
higher the cleaning effect, as the temperature and the
steam are highest at the nozzle output. Especially suited for cleaning difficult access locations, joints, fittings,
drains, sinks, toilets, blinds and heaters. Heavy lime
scale can be drenched in vinegar prior to steam-cleaning. Let the vinegar penetrate for about 5 minutes.
Round brush
The round brush can be installed onto the detail nozzle
as an accessory. Attached brushes can therefore be
used to remove heavy soiling.
ATTENTION
Not suited for the cleaning of sensitive surfaces.
Illustration
Attach the round brush to the detail nozzle.
Hand nozzle
The manual nozzle is used for cleaning small areas that
can be washed down, shower cubicles and mirrors.
Illustration
Push the manual nozzle onto the steam gun ac-
cording to the spotlight nozzle.
Pull the cover over the manual nozzle.
Floor nozzle
The floor nozzle is used for cleaning washable wall and
floor coverings e.g. stone floors, tiles and PVC floors.
ATTENTION
Damage due to build-up of steam
Heat and moisture can lead to damage. Check the heat
resistance and steam effect on an inconspicuous area
using a minimal volume of steam prior to use.
NOTICE
Detergent residue or care emulsions on the surface to
be cleaned can lead to streaks, which will disappear
however once these have been used several times.
We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning
it before using the appliance. In this way the floor will be
cleared of dirt and loose particles before the wet cleaning commences. Work slowly on surfaces that are heavily soiled so that the steam can impact longer.
Illustration
Connect the extension tubes with the steam gun.
Illustration
Push the floor nozzle onto the extension tube.
Illustration
Fasten the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle.
Place the floor cleaning cloth with the hook and
loop strips pointing upwards on the floor.
Place the floor nozzle onto the floor cleaning cloth,
applying slight pressure.
The floor cleaning cloth will stick to the floor nozzle of its
own accord due to the hook and loop fastening.
Removing the floor cleaning cloth
Illustration
Place one foot on the bottom corner of the floor
cleaning cloth and lift the floor nozzle up.
NOTICE
Initially, the floor cleaning cloth's hook and loop fastener
strip is very strong and cannot be removed from the
floor nozzle easily. After the floor cleaning cloth has
been used several times and washed, it is easier to remove from the floor nozzle and it has reached the optimum adhesion.
Parking the floor nozzle
Illustration
Illustration
During work breaks, hook the floor nozzle into the
parking holder.
Care and maintenance
Rinsing the boiler
Rinse the steam cleaner boiler at the latest after 10 boiler fillings.
Fill the boiler with water and shake it strongly. This
dissolves lime scaling residing on the boiler bottom.
Empty water out.
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Descaling the boiler
Note:
If you always use usual commercial distilled water it is
not necessary to descale the boiler.
As limescale builds up on the boiler walls, we recommend to descale the boiler in the following intervals
(RF=reservoir fillings):
Degree of hardness ° dH mmol/l RF
I soft 0- 7 0-1,3 55
II medium 7-14 1,3-2,5 45
III hard 14-21 2,5-3,8 35
IV very hard >21 >3,8 25
Note:
Please contact your Conservancy Board or the local
water supply company to inquire about the hardness of
your water.
Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
Allow device to cool down.
Remove the safety lock from the device.
Illustration
Completely empty the steam boiler to remove exist-
ing water.
ATTENTION
Only use products approved by KÄRCHER to exclude
any damages of the appliance.
Use KÄRCHER decalcifying agents for descaling.
Please follow the dosing instructions on the packaging when preparing the descaler.
Pour the descaling solution into the boiler and allow
it to react for approximately 8 hours.
Completely empty the descaling solution after 8
hours. A small amount of the solution will remain in
the boiler. Therefore, you should rinse the boiler
two to three times with cold water to remove any
residues of the descaler.
Illustration
Completely empty the steam boiler to remove exist-
ing water.
Care of the Accessories
(Accessories - depending on scope of delivery)
NOTICE
The micro fibre cloths are not suitable for dryer.
NOTICE
When washing the cloths, observe the instructions on
the washing tag. Do not use any liquid softeners as this
will affect the ability of the cloths to pick up dirt.
Wash the floor cleaning cloths and covers at a max.
temperature of 60 °C in the washing machine.
Troubleshooting
Often, failures have simple causes and you can do the
troubleshooting yourself using the following overview. If
you are in doubt or if the failure is not listed here please
contact the authorized customer service.
Long heating-up time
Steam boiler is decalcified
Descale the steam boiler.
No steam
No water in the steam boiler.
Turn off the appliance.
Fill the water reservoir
Steam lever cannot be pressed anymore
Steam switch is secured with the lock / child-proof lock.
Move the selector switch for the steam volume to
the front.
High water output
Steam chamber too full
Press the steam gun until less water is emitted.
Steam boiler is decalcified
Descale the steam boiler.
Technical specifications
Power connection
Voltage 220-240
1~50-60VHz
Protective class I
Protection class IPX4
Performance data
Heating output 1500 W
Operating pressure max. 0,32 MPa
Heating time 8 Minutes
Steam volume
Continuous steaming 40 g/min
Steam push max. 100 g/min
Dimensions
Boiler capacity 1,0 l
Weight (without accessories) 3,1 kg
Width 254 mm
Length 380 mm
Height 260 mm
Subject to technical modifications!
Customer Service
Australia
KÄRCHER Pty. Ltd.
385 Ferntree Gully Road,
Mount Waverley, Victoria, AU. 3149
1800 675 714 (Free Call)
www.karcher.com.au
New Zealand
Karcher Ltd.
66 Allens Road,
East Tamaki, Aukland
(09) 274-4603
www.karcher.co.nz
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www.kaercher.com/dealersearch
Alfred Kärcher SE
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28-40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Tel.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
& Co. KG
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