Morphy Richards IB70540 Instructions Manual

Steam cleaner

Please read and keep these instructions

Quick start
1

Fill the tank up to a maximum of 1.0 litre of water
(using warm water will reduce the heat-up time).
Screw cap on and tighten fully.

2 Attach the hose and required accessories.
3 Connect to the power supply.
4 Pr

ess the on/off button to start heat-up. When

orange light turns off, the steam is ready.

5 Press the trigger on the handle to release the

steam.

6 Aim the steam safely: at the start water may be

ejected. Hold over a sink or bucket until excess
water has cleared.

Descaling

Descale regularly, do not wait for a problem to
occur. In very hard water areas we recommend using
distilled water.

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Important safety
instructions

The use of any electrical appliance
requires the following common sense safety
rules.

Primarily there is danger of injury or death
and secondly the danger of damage to the
appliance. These are indicated in the text by
the following two conventions:

WARNING: Danger to the person!

IMPORTANT: Damage to the appliance!

In addition we offer the following safety
advice.

Location

• Do not use or keep this product outside

when it is raining.

• Do not store the appliance near hot

ovens or heating appliances.

Children

• Children do not understand the dangers

associated with operating electrical

appliances. Never allow children to use

this appliance.

Personal safety

• The plug must be removed from the wall

socket before cleaning, filling the boiler or

maintaining the appliance.

• To protect against fire, electric shock and

personal injury do not immerse cord, plug

or cleaner in water or other liquid.

• Do not discharge the steam towards

people. Danger of scalding.

• Never touch the plug or cable with wet

hands.

• Never modify the cleaner in any way.

• When using the machine always keep it

horizontal.

• Steam must not be directed towards

equipment containing electrical

components, such as the interior of

ovens.

Other safety considerations

•

Do not use any chemical detergents,
perfumes, alcohol etc in the water.

• Repairs to electrical appliances are only
to be undertaken by trained personnel.
Unprofessional repairs can be dangerous
for users.

• Use only genuine Morphy Richards spare
parts and accessories.

• If the electrical cable becomes damaged
the complete cable assembly must be
replaced. Do not attempt this task
yourself, contact Morphy Richards using
the replacement parts number on the
front of this leaflet.

• The appliance must never be left running
when unsupervised.

• This steam cleaner is intended for
domestic use only. Misuse or use for
commercial or any other purpose will
render the guarantee invalid.

Electrical
requirements

Check that the voltage on the rating plate

of your unit corresponds with your house
electricity which must be A.C. (alternating
current).

If the socket outlets in your home are not

suitable for the plug supplied with this
appliance the plug should be removed and
the appropriate one fitted.

WARNING: The plug removed from

the mains lead, if severed, must be
destroyed as a plug with a bared
flexible cord is hazardous if engaged
into a live socket outlet.

WARNING: This appliance must be

earthed.

Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug

require changing a 13 amp BS1362 fuse
must be fitted.

When using this appliance outdoors it

should be additionally pr

otected by a RCCB

(Residual Curr

ent Cir

cuit Br

eaker).

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Features

⁄ Tool storage cart
¤ Wheels
‹ Tube park
› Filler cap
fi Carrying handle
fl On/off switch
‡ Power light

· Thermostat indicator light
‚ Steam adjustment knob
„ Hose inlet and flap
‰ Hose handle
 Trigger lock button
Ê Steam trigger
Á Hose

Accessories

Ë Extension tubes x 3
È Professional iron
Í Iron pad
Î Upholstery nozzle
Ï Cloth cap for upholstery nozzle
Ì Window squeegee attachment
Ó Elbow attachment (shown attached to

floor nozzle)

Ô Floor nozzle
 Cotton towel
Ò Angled nozzle
Ú Small and lar

ge plastic brushes

Û Small and lar

ge brass brushes

Ù Jet nozzle
ı Jet nozzle adaptor
ˆ Measuring jug
˜ Funnel

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Fitting the hose

1 Pull the hose inlet flap „ down at the

front of the cleaner, line up the locating
keyway on the plug with the socket and
push the hose connector firmly and fully
into the cleaner socket

B.

Quick accessory
assembly guide

C

Please refer to the accessory assembly
section for full descriptions on how to attach
tubes and nozzles.

Most accessories are stored in the cart
under the steamer

D.

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Using

IMPORTANT: Please remember that the
steam cleaner operates by emitting steam at
an increased temperature of 130˚C. Never
use it on objects or surfaces which cannot
resist this temperature, delicate materials,
dralon, plastic, natural fur etc. Where any
doubt exists check carefully on a part of the
material where minor marks will not matter.

Filling the boiler

E

Ensure the steamer is unplugged from
the mains supply before filling or re-filling.
1 Unscrew the filler cap › by pressing

down and turning anti-clockwise.
2 Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1.0 litres

of water by using the jug and funnel

provided. Warm water may be used

which will r

educe the heat-up time. Do

not use any detergent.
3 Refit the filler cap and fully tighten by

pressing down and turning clockwise.

WARNING: The filler cap must never
be opened during use.

IMPORTANT: The use of any other fluids
can be dangerous and can lead to damage
o

f the heating element.

Re-filling the boiler

WARNING: Always switch off, unplug
from the mains supply and release all
steam before opening and removing the
filler cap.
1

Release the steam pressure by pressing

the steam trigger Ê on the handle until

all the steam has been expelled F. Leave

the steamer to cool down for a few

minutes.
2 Fill the boiler as previously.

• Use warm water to reduce the risk of

spitting.

Switching on

1 Insert the plug into the power socket.
2 Switch the cleaner on by pressing the

on/off switch

fl to ‘on’ G. The red
power indicator light ‡ and the orange
thermostat indicator light · will
illuminate. It will take approximately

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seven minutes to reach the correct
temperature.

3 W

hen the correct temperature has been
reached the orange thermostat indicator
light will go out. The steam cleaner is
now ready to use.
The orange thermostat indicator light will

cycle on-and-off during operation to show
that the steamer is maintaining the correct
temperature.

WARNING: To avoid injury, the

cleaner should be switched off during
breaks or pauses of work. For extra
safety apply the trigger safety lock.

If you leave the working area, please

switch the cleaner off and unplug.

Steam cleaning

1 Ensure the safety lock  is off. Push the

lock from the left side to lock the trigger
and push fr

om the right to release the

lock

H.

2 Press the steam trigger and steam will be

emitted from the nozzle. Direct the steam
at a cloth or into a bucket or sink until the
steam is emitted evenly.

WARNING: At the start hot water

may be ejected.

WARNING: Aim the steam safely.

3

Keep the steam trigger pressed and
direct the steam at the surface to be
cleaned, removing the dirt by moving the
steam jet backwards and forwards over
the area.

4 To stop the steam jet, release the steam

trigger.
IMPORTANT: Do not hold the steam jet

concentrated in one place for too long.

• To control the steam temperature and the
cleaning power move the handle closer to
o

r further away from the surface being

cleaned.

Steam adjustment

The steam adjustment control ‚ varies

the steam output. Turn the knob fully anti­clockwise for the maximum amount of steam
or clockwise for decreasing amounts of
steam

I.

Accessories

WARNING: Unplug the steamer and

allow to cool before fitting or changing
attachments as they become hot during
use.

Attach the desir

ed accessory to the hose

handle

‰. Extension tubes can be attached

to the handle for extra reach.
1 Push the extension tubes Ë onto the

handle connection nozzle as far as they
will go until you hear a click

J.

• Some tasks may be easier with only one
tube fitted or non at all.

I

H J

2 To connect the desired accessory directly

to the hose handle, slide the handle into
t

he accessory head or tube until it locks

in place

K.

Floor nozzle

Ô

The floor nozzle is used for the cleaning
of large, washable walls and floor areas. The
floor nozzle can be used with or without the
cotton towel

.

• Sensitive surfaces, wood, linoleum etc.

should be used with the cloth.
1 Fit the elbow attachment Ó to the floor

nozzle and twist 1/2 a turn L.
2 Fit the floor nozzle to the extension tube

or handle M.
3 To fit the cloth to the floor nozzle pull the

cloth under the clips on both sides. Extra

cloths can be ordered through our

helpline. Alternatively any strong,

uncolour

ed cotton cloths may be

used

N.

• The cleaning power of the cloth can be

optimised by turning and changing the

cleaning cloth regularly.

• To clean very dirty areas, move the

cleaning nozzle over the surface more

slowly in order to increase the cleaning

action of the steam.
IMPORTANT: The cleaner is not suitable

f

or cleaning unsealed wooden floors,
laminates, soft plastics or wooden furniture.
If in doubt check with the flooring
manufacturer.

Accessory adaptor

1 Push the jet nozzle adaptor ı as far as it

will go onto the connection nozzle until
you hear it click into place

O.

2 The jet nozzle adaptor can be removed

again by pressing the accessory
connection button to release it.

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Jet nozzle

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1 P

ush the jet nozzle directly onto the jet
nozzle adaptor and turn in a clockwise
direction to lock into place

P.

2 It can be used with various fittings, eg the

angled nozzle and small and large brush
attachments, depending on the task.

• The jet nozzle can be used with various
fittings for cleaning inaccessible areas
such as corners, joints, blinds, radiators
and toilets as well as various surfaces
such as stainless steel, windows, mirrors,
enamelled surfaces and also for stain
removal.

Brush attachments

Ú Û

1 Choose the desired plastic or metal brush

attachment for the task Q.

2 Fit the brush attachment onto the jet

nozzle by pushing on.

3 Pull to remove.

IMPORTANT: Do not use the brass brush

on grouting or delicate surfaces. Always test
a hidden area before using steam on any
surface.

Upholstery attachment

Î

1 F

it the rectangular upholstery steam
nozzle to the jet nozzle adaptor by
pushing on and turning clockwise to
lock

R.

2 This nozzle can be used with or without

the cotton cover

Ï.

3 Turn anti-clockwise and pull to remove.

• This nozzle is ideal for cleaning cushions,
carpets and car seats.
IMPORTANT: Always test on a hidden

area before you start. Steam cleaning may
not be suitable for certain fabrics such as
dralon due to the high temperature of the
steam.

Window squeegee attachment

Ì

1 Locate the window squeegee onto the

two tabs at the bottom of the upholstery
nozzle. Then push the top of the
squeegee until the clip goes over the top
of the upholstery nozzle

S.

• This attachment is ideal for cleaning
windows, mirrors, ceramic tiles and other
non porous smooth surfaces.

• Apply the steam evenly to the glass
surface from a distance of 10-15 cm.

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Then switch the steam off and wipe the
moisture off the glass from top to bottom
u

sing the rubber squeegee. Wipe the
rubber squeegee and the lower edge of
the window. Dry after every strip.
IMPORTANT: Glass surfaces can be

shattered by the sudden application of
excessive heat. Warm glass surfaces first
from a distance of 20-25 cm. Continue at a
distance of 10-15 cm.

Professional iron

È

(certain models only)

The high steam professional iron

produces up to six times more steam than a
normal domestic iron and is up to four times
faster.

• Do not stand the iron on its end, always
place it with the soleplate down on the
iron pad

Í.

1 Firmly insert the plug of the ir

on into the
hose inlet of the cleaner until it locks in
place.

2 Set the iron temperature knob to the

correct temperature for the fabric to be
ironed.

3 Switch the steamer on by pressing the

on/off switch. The orange power light on
the steamer will illuminate and the orange
warming-up light on the iron will
illuminate. The light on the iron will go off
when the iron has reached the desired
temperature (and cycle on-and-off during
operation to show that the iron is
maintaining the correct temperature).

4 When the steam is ready for use and the

iron is hot, place your thumb on the large
switch located at the top of the iron, to
release steam.

5 Release some steam away from the

fabric before commencing ironing until a

steady flow of steam comes out.

• The iron can be used vertically to ‘steam­i

ron’ curtains, dresses etc.

Tube park

‹

• During use the tubes and nozzle can be
stored in the park position for short
breaks whilst cleaning

T.

Tool storage cart

The cleaner may be used with or without

the storage cart.

Press the button at the rear of the cleaner

and lift to remove the boiler from the cart

U.

The accessories for your steam cleaner

can be neatly stor

ed in the cart.

When replacing the steam cleaner on the

cart put hose inlet end

„ in first, then with a

firm downward motion push till the button at
the back of cart goes in then out, a click will
be heard.

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T U

Cord storage

There is a cord storage facility on the
bottom of the cart. With the cleaner on its
heel, pull-out the lower portion and rotate
1/2 a turn. Pull the latch in the centre
downwards to let the upper portion to move
out. Wrap the cable around the two hooks
V. For quick release of the cable rotate the
lower portion back 1/2 a turn.

• Make certain cord storage is returned

and latched to its original position before

use.

After use

1 Switch the cleaner off and unplug from

the socket. Wait until the cleaner has

cooled down completely

.

2 Release any steam pressure by pressing

the steam trigger on the handle.

3 Apply the steam safety lock.
4 Remove the filler cap.
5 Empty the water tank. Allow the inside of

the water tank to dry out before replacing

filler cap.

Rinsing the water tank

To clean the water tank fill it with clean
water and shake vigorously. This will release
any limescale deposits that have collected
on the bottom of the tank. Pour the water
out by holding upside down.

Descaling

In order to prolong the life of your cleaner
you should descale the steam tank at least
every 6 months.
1 Switch the cleaner off, unplug and allow

to cool.

2 Empty any water out of the tank.
3 Mix the descaler in the measuring jug

using warm water. We recommend using

50gm of citric acid crystals per 1 litre of

water. Citric acid crystals are available

from most pharmacies.
4 Pour 1 litre of the descaler solution into

the tank.

5 Fit the cap and tighten fully.
6 Using the handle, move the steam

cleaner about to swill the solution around

the tank.

7 Leave for 30 minutes.
8 Empty the solution car

efully.

9 Rinse the tank with clean warm water,

then empty.
10 Wipe the outside of the cleaner with a

damp cloth to remove all traces of

descaler solution.

Warning: Do not switch on the
heater with the descaling solution
inside.

Care and
maintenance

Your cleaner is manufactured to
withstand normal day-to-day use, but an
occasional wipe over with a damp cloth will
help maintain its good looks. Abrasive
cleaners should not be used.

Purchasing parts

Use original parts. Replacement parts
can be pur

chased fr

om specialist r

etailers. If

you have dif

ficulty

, call the helpline number .

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Helpline

If you have any difficulty with your
appliance do not hesitate to call us. We are
likely to be more help than the store from
where it was bought.

Please have the following information
ready to enable our staff to help you.

• Name of product

• Model number as shown on the

underside of the appliance.

Your two-year
guarantee

It is important to retain the retailers
receipt as proof of purchase. Staple your
receipt to this back cover for future
reference.

Please quote the following information if
the product develops a fault. These numbers
can be found on the base of the product.

Model no. Serial no.

All Morphy Richards products are
individually tested before leaving the factory.
In the unlikely event of any appliance proving
to be faulty within 28 days of purchase it
should be returned to the place of purchase
for it to be replaced.

If the fault develops after 28 days and
within 24 months of original purchase, you
should contact Morphy Richards quoting
Model number and Serial number on the
product, or write to Morphy Richards at the
addr

ess shown.

Y

ou will be asked to r

etur

n the pr

oduct (in

secure, adequate packaging) to the address

below along with a copy of proof of
purchase.

S

ubject to the exclusions set out below
(1-6) the faulty appliance will then be
repaired or replaced and dispatched usually
within 7 working days of receipt.

If for any reason this item is replaced
during the 2-year guarantee period, the
guarantee on the new item will be calculated
from original purchase date. Therefore it is
vital to retain your original till receipt or
invoice to indicate the date of initial
purchase.

To qualify for the 2-year guarantee the
appliance must have been used according to
the manufacturers instructions. For example,
appliances must have been descaled and
filters must have been kept clean as
instructed.

Morphy Richards shall not be liable to
replace or repair the goods under the terms
of the guarantee wher

e:

1 The fault has been caused or is

attributable to accidental use, misuse,

negligent use or used contrary to the

manufacturers recommendations or

where the fault has been caused by

power surges or damage caused in

transit.
2 The appliance has been used on a

voltage supply other than that stamped

on the products.
3 Repairs have been attempted by persons

other than our service staff (or authorised

dealer).
4 Where the appliance has been used for

hire purposes or non domestic use.
5 Morphy Richards are not liable to carry

out any type of servicing work, under the

guarantee.
6 The guarantee excludes consumables

such as bags, filters and glass carafes.

This guarantee does not confer any rights
other than those expressly set out above
and does not cover any claims for
consequential loss or damage. This
guarantee is offered as an additional benefit
and does not affect your statutory rights as a
consumer

.

•

This guarantee is valid in the UK and

Ireland only.

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The After Sales Division,
Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough,
South Y

orkshir

e, England,

S64 8AJ

Helpline (of

fice hours)
UK 08450 777700
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119

Morphy Richards products are
intended for household use only

Morphy Richards has a policy of
continuous improvement in product
quality and design. The Company

,
therefore, reserves the right to change
the specification of its models at any
time.