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Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.
KEY
A) Main switch
B) Boiler switch
C) Detergent switch
D) Steam control knob
E) Steam ready indicator light
F) Out of water light
G) Detergent function indicator light
H) Pressure gauge
I) Water tank
J) Detergent tank
K) Dirt container lock levers
L) Dirt container
M) Dirt container lid
N) Unit socket door
O) Power cable winder pins
P) Safety float
Q) Air outlet filter
R) Hose clip
S) Tank lid
T) Accessory rack
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U) Rack lock knob
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ACCESSORIES
1) Hose
2) Handle
3) Steam button
4) Safety button
5) Vacuum button
6) Unit plug
7) Button for locking unit plug
8) Accessory lock button
9) Extension tubes
10) Multipurpose brush
10a) Attachment locking slides
11) Brush attachment
12) Liquid vacuum attachment
13) Carpet attachment
14) Cotton cloths
15) 120° tool
16) Coloured 120° vacuum-steam brushes
17) Steam nozzle
18) 120° tool nozzle
19) Vacuum-steam squeegee tool
20) Small vacuum-steam nozzle
21) Squeegee attachment for small
vacuum-steam nozzle
22) Brush attachment for small
vacuum-steam nozzle
23) Funnel
24) Spare gaskets
25) Fabric brush with sprayer
26) Floor brush with sprayer
27) Floor brush attachment with sprayer
28) Antifoam
29) Tank drain tap
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PPRREECCAAUUTTIIOONNS
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance.
• Any use which does not comply with these
instructions will invalidate the warranty.
• The wiring system to which the appliance is
connected must always comply with the laws
in force.
• Before connecting the appliance, make sure
that the mains voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the data label of the appliance and that the power outlet is connected to earth
• Always turn off the appliance at the on/off
switch before unplugging it.
• If the appliance is left unused, always disconnect it from the mains. Never leave the
appliance unattended with the cable plugged
into the mains.
• Always make sure the appliance is unplugged before performing any maintenance
work.
• Do not pull the power cable out of the socket,
but grasp the plug itself to avoid damage to
the socket.
• Do not allow the power cable to be twisted,
crushed, stretched, or come into contact with
sharp or hot surfaces.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cable
or other important parts are damaged.
• Do not use electric extension leads that are
not authorized by the manufacturer, as they
may cause damage or fire.
• If it is necessary to replace the power supply
cable, please refer to the nearest Polti authorised service centre, since the use of a special tool is necessary.
• Never touch the appliance with wet hands or
feet with the cable plugged into the mains.
• Do not use the appliance when barefoot.
• Do not use the appliance near a bathtub,
shower or container full of water
• Never immerse the appliance, the cable or
the plugs in water or another liquid.
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• Use of the appliance in places where there is
a danger of explosions is prohibited.
• Do not use the product with toxic substances.
• Do not lay the hot appliance on surfaces
sensitive to heat.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to wind
or rain.
• Do not place the appliance near a live element, an electric stove or any other source of
heat.
• Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures
• Never let children or people who are not familiar with how the appliance works use it.
• Do not press the buttons hard or with a
pointed object such as a pen.
• Always rest the appliance on a stable surface.
• In case of accidental fall of the appliance it is
necessary to have it checked by an authorized Service Centre as the internal safety
features may have been affected.
• In case of breakdown or malfunction switch
off the appliance and never attempt to disassemble it, but refer to an authorized Service
Centre.
• In order to avoid prejudicing the safety of the
appliance, use only original spare parts and
accessories approved by the manufacturer.
• Do not wind the power câble around the appliance, especially when the appliance is still
hot.
• Do not use the appliance to suck up acids or
solvents, as these might cause serious damage to the appliance and above all do not
suck up explosive dust or liquids, as these
could cause explosions on coming into contact with the inside components of the appliance.
• Do not suck up toxic substances.
• Do not suck up burning or incandescent objects such as embers, ash or other material
in which combustion is taking place.
• Water tank can be filled with tap water.
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and 73/23 as amended by 93/68 (low voltage).
Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specification without prior notice.
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• Do not suck up materials such as cement,
chalk etc. which solidify once they came in
contact with water thus damaging the appliance
• During refilling with water, switch off and disconnect the appliance from the mains.
• It is necessary to keep the unit in horizontal
position during operation.
• Do not direct the steam jet on electrical or
electronic appliances.
• Make sure the appliance has cooled down
before cleaning it.
• Before storing the appliance make sure that
it has completely cooled down.
• This appliance is equipped with safety devices which are to be replaced only by a suitably qualified technician.
• Do not direct the steam jet at people, animals or debris.
• Never place your hands inside the jet of
steam.
ATTENTION:
Danger of burns!
• Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in the boiler.
• This appliance is not intended for use by per-
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• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when
turned on.
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Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment - WEEE):
information for users
This product complies with EU Directive
2002/96/EC.
The crossed-out wastebasket symbol
on the appliance means that at the
end of its useful lifespan, the product
must be disposed of separately from
ordinary household wastes.
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The user is responsible for delivering the appliance to an appropriate collection facility at the
end of its useful lifespan.
Appropriate separate collection to permit recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal helps to prevent negative impact
on the environment and human health and promotes recycling of the materials making up the
product. For more information on available collection facilities, contact your local waste collection service.
CCOORRRREECCTT UUSSEE OOFF TTHHEE PPRROODDUUCCT
This appliance is intended for professional use
as a steam generator and liquid/damp vacuum
cleaner in accordance with the descriptions
and instructions provided in this manual.
Please read these instructions carefully and
keep them for future reference.
Polti declines liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of Mondial Vap
which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this booklet.
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ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORY RACK
• Put the accessory rack (T) in position on
the appliance, aligning the four holes on it
with the screws on the top of the appliance.
• Screw in the four knobs for locking the
rack in place (U) to anchor the rack in position.
FILLING THE WATER AND DETERGENT
TANKS
• Unscrew the cap (S) and fill the water tank
(I) with ordinary tap water using the funnel
(23) (fig.1).
Use water with a hardness of less than 5
°F.
If your water is particularly hard, use a
mixture of 50% tap water and 50% demineralised water.
• Screw the cap (S) back on.
• Use the funnel (23) to fill the tank (J) with
appropriately diluted detergent.
• Screw the cap back on.
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CAUTION: never fill the water tank with deter-
gent solution or vice versa. It is important to fill
the water tank (I) with water only, NEVER with
detergent. Putting detergent into the water tank
could seriously damage the appliance.
When you have finished using the funnel to fill
the detergent tank, rinse it under running water
before using it to fill the water tank.
CLEANING PRODUCTS:
We recommend use of cleaning products from
the Polti HP007 PROFESSIONAL line only, as
they are specifically designed and tested for
use with Mondial Vap steam appliances.
Refer to product labels for information on dilution percentages and how to use Polti HP007
PROFESSIONAL products.
CAUTION:
• Never use foamy or acidic cleaning products,
as they could damage the components inside the appliance.
• Never use cleaning products containing
muriatic acid, ammonia or products classified
as irritant, as use of irritating products with
steam increases their volatility so that they
can be hazardous to the health if inhaled.
• Problems caused by use of cleaning
products other than those recommended
above will not be covered by the guarantee.
PREPARATION OF THE DIRT CON-
TAINER
• Release the two levers locking the dirt
container (K) in place and slide the container (L) out of the appliance (fig.2).
• Open the dirt container lid using the handle (fig.3).
• Fill the container (L) with 1 litre of ordinary
tap water.
• Add a dose (one cap) of antifoam (28) to
the water in the container (L).
• Put the container back into the appliance,
performing the procedure described above
in reverse order.
pressing the button, until you hear the
mechanism click into place, then check
that it is connected properly (fig. 4).
• To disconnect the unit plug (6) from the
appliance, press button (7) and pull the
unit plug away from the appliance.
• Plug in the appliance into a suitable electrical outlet.
STEAM FUNCTION
• Turn the main switch (A) to “I”.
• Press the boiler switch (B). The steam
ready indicator light (E) will start flashing
and then stay on (after about 10 minutes),
indicating that the appliance is ready to
dispense steam.
• Press the steam/detergent button (3) on
the handle to dispense steam.
Note: The handle (2) has a safety button (4)
which prevents accidental dispensing of steam
by children or people unfamiliar with operation
of the appliance. If you need to leave the hose
temporarily unattended while the appliance is
on, lock the safety button (4). Put it back in its
original position to start dispensing steam
again.
The first time you use the appliance, a few
drops of water may leak out because the inside
of the hose is not yet perfectly thermally stable.
It is advisable to direct the first jet of steam
onto a rag, until the jet is uniform.
• To turn off the steam function, press the
switch (B).
The indicator light (E) will go out.
VACUUM FUNCTION
• Turn the main switch (A) to “I”.
• Hold button (5) on the handle (2) down for
a few seconds, and the appliance will begin vacuuming.
CAUTION: Use the vacuum function to pick
up liquid/damp dirt only, not to pick up dry
dirt.
• To stop vacuuming, hold the button (5) on
the handle (2) down for a few seconds.
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DETERGENT FUNCTION
• Turn the main switch (A) to “I”.
• Press the detergent switch (C). The detergent indicator light (G) will come on.
• Press the steam/detergent button (3) on
the handle to dispense detergent.
Note: The handle (2) has a safety button (4)
which prevents accidental dispensing of steam
by children or people unfamiliar with operation
of the appliance. If you need to leave the hose
temporarily unattended while the appliance is
on, lock the safety button (4). Put it back in its
original position to start dispensing steam
again.
• To turn off the detergent function, press
the switch (C). The indicator light (G) will
go out.
COMBINED FUNCTIONS
You may use different functions in combination:
STEAM – VACUUM
STEAM – DETERGENT
DETERGENT – VACUUM
STEAM – DETERGENT – VACUUM
To combine functions, simply select the ones
you wish to use in the way described above.
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This appliance allows you to optimise steam
flow using the steam control knob (D). You can
use this control to increase the steam flow by
turning in anti-clockwise direction. Turning the
control in a clockwise direction reduces the
steam flow.
Use strong steam: to remove deposits, stains
and grease and to sanitise;
Use normal steam: on carpets, rugs, glass and
floors;
Use gentle steam: to spray plants and clean
delicate fabrics, upholstery, sofas, etc.
CCOONNNNEECCTTIINNGG AACCCCEESSSSOORRIIEESS
All Mondial Vap accessories may be used together. Connect them to the steam handle as
follows (fig.5):
• Set the accessory lock button (8) (present
on all accessories) in the OPEN position
(8a).
• Attach the desired accessory to the handle.
• Put the lock button (8) in the CLOSED position (8b).
• Check that the connection is tight.
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Whenever the water in the dirt container (L) is
very dirty, replace it as described in the section
on “Emptying and cleaning the dirt container”.
When dirt in the dirt container (L) reaches the
maximum permitted level, vacuuming will be
automatically shut down by the safety float (P)
(you will hear the motor running faster).
CAUTION: turn off the appliance and do not
start it up again until you have put water in the
container as described in the section on “Emptying and cleaning the dirt container”. If you attempt to turn on the appliance before this, you
could damage the filter on the air outlet (Q).
To resume cleaning, proceed as described in
the section on “Emptying and cleaning the dirt
container”, and then add water to the container.
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• Turn off the appliance with the main switch
(A) and unplug it.
• Release the two levers locking the dirt
container (K) in place and slide the container (L) out of the appliance (fig.2).
• Open the lid on the dirt container using the
handle (fig.3).
• Clean the dirt container (L).
• If you want to continue working, fill the
container with water.
• Put the container back inside the appliance, performing the procedure described
above in reverse order.
Note: empty the dirt container (L) before putting away your Mondial Vap. One of the biggest
advantages of the Mondial Vap is that it can be
put away clean.
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Mondial Vap has a convenient, accurate pressure gauge (H) for displaying actual operating
pressure.
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OOUUTT OOFF WWAATTEER
When the water tank is out of water, the out of
water light (F) will come on and an acoustic signal will sound. Fill before continuing to work as
described in the section on “Filling the water
and detergent tanks”.
OOUUTT OOFF DDEETTEERRGGEENNT
When the detergent tank is empty, the detergent indicator light (G) will flash and an
acoustic signal will sound.
Fill before continuing to work as described in
the section on “Filling the water and detergent
tanks”.
BBOOIILLEERR OOUUTT OOFF WWAATTEERR
The boiler may run out of water if the refilling
system is not working properly. This type of
fault is signalled by a flashing indicator light (F)
and an acoustic signal.
If the problem continues to occur, contact the
technical assistance service.
CCAABBLLEE WWIINNDDEERR
Wind up the cable on the pins (O) before putting your Mondial Vap away (fig.6).
AACCCCEESSSSOORRYY SSTTOORRAAGGE
Mondial Vap accessories may be stored in the
convenient accessory rack (T). Hoses may be
hooked to the hose clips (R) (fig.6).
RREECCOOMMMMEENNDDAATTIIOONNSS FFOORR UUSSEE OOF
AACCCCEESSSSOORRIIEESS
Before steam-treating leather, special fabrics
and wooden surfaces, refer to the manufacturer’s care instructions and always test by applying steam to a hidden corner or sample of
the material. Let the steam-treated part dry and
then check it for colour changes or deformation.
DO NOT USE ON DRAYLON, VELVET OR
SIMILAR SENSITIVE FABRICS.
Be very careful when cleaning wooden surfaces (furniture, doors, etc.) and brick floors, as
excessively prolonged use of steam could
damage the wax, polish or colour of the surfaces.
Apply steam to surfaces of this kind only for
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brief intervals, or clean them with a cloth to
which you have applied steam. On particularly
delicate surfaces (such as synthetic materials,
lacquered surfaces, etc.) use only the minimum
steam setting. When cleaning glass in cold
weather, preheat the glass by starting to spray
from about 50 cm away. Spray plants from at
least 50 cm away.
MMUULLTTIIPPUURRPPOOSSEE BBRRUUSSHH ((1100))
This brush is intended for use on large surfaces, tiled and stone floors, hardwood floors,
carpets, etc..
• Brush attachment (11), for vacuuming
only.
• Liquid vacuum attachment (12), for vacuuming up spills on smooth surfaces.
• Carpet attachment (13), for carpets and
rugs.
The multipurpose brush may be connected to
the hose with the extension tubes (9) or attached directly to the handle.
Assembling the multipurpose brush:
To apply different attachments to the multipurpose brush, push the two slides (10a) on the
back of the brush outwards and apply the attachment recommended for the type of surface
you wish to clean. Push the two slides (10a) inwards to lock the attachment in place.
IMPORTANT: please read the section on “Recommendations for use of accessories”.
VVAACCUUUUMM--SSTTEEAAMM SSQQUUEEEEGGEEEE TTOOOOL
((1199))
This accessory is recommended for use on
glass surfaces, large mirrors and smooth surfaces of all kinds. The squeegee tool (19) may
be connected to the hose with the extension
tubes (9) or attached directly to the handle (2).
Proceed as follows to use the squeegee tool
correctly:
• Apply steam evenly over the surface to be
cleaned to dissolve dirt.
• Press the rubber wiper onto the surface to
be cleaned, working vertically, from the top
down, with the vacuum function on.
Caution: When cleaning glass in cold weather,
preheat the glass by starting to spray from
about 50 cm away.
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This accessory is recommended for cleaning
hard-to-reach corners which are difficult to
clean with other accessories, such as:
• pre-treating stains on carpets or rugs before using the brush on them;
• cleaning stainless steel, glass, mirrors,
coated surfaces and enamel;
• cleaning hard-to-reach corners such as
stairs, window frames, door jambs,
minium sections
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• cleaning around the base of taps;
• cleaning shutters, radiators, car interiors;
• spraying houseplants from a distance;
• eliminating odours and creases from clothing.
The 120° tool may be applied directly to the
handle (2) or connected to the hose with extension tubes (9). The 120° tool may be used in
combination with the following accessories:
• coloured 120° brushes (16), recommended for removing encrustations from
narrow surfaces such as gas rings, shutters, spaces between tiles, bathroom fixtures, etc.. They are colour-coded so that
you can always use the same brush for
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bathroom fixtures and shutters. To connect the nozzle to the 120° tool simply
screw it on just like the coloured brushes,
which can in turn be screwed onto the
nozzle. TAKE CARE WHEN APPLYING,
THE METAL TIP OF THE NOZZLE REMAINS VERY HOT FOR SOME TIME AFTER USE.
• 120° tool nozzle (18), recommended for
vacuuming up dirt that has been dislodged
from narrow surfaces such as the gaps
between tiles, door jambs, gaps in shutters, etc..
SSMMAALLLL VVAACCUUUUMM--SSTTEEAAMM NNOOZZZZLLE
((2200))
This accessory is recommended for use on a
variety of mid-sized surfaces or for washing
fabric surfaces such as sofas, mattresses, etc.,
using the following attachments supplied with
it:
• squeegee attachment (21) for small mir-
rors and windows, glass and cement
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walls, etc..
• brush attachment (22) for carpets, stairs,
car interiors, textile surfaces in general;
also useful for removing pet hair from
these types of surfaces.
FFAABBRRIICC BBRRUUSSHH WWIITTHH SSPPRRAAYYEERR ((2255))
This accessory is recommended for treating
fabrics such as sofa and armchair upholstery
with the combined action of water mist and
vacuum power.
FFLLOOOORR BBRRUUSSHH WWIITTHH SSPPRRAAYYEERR ((2266))
NOTE: use this accessory with the detergent
function active ONLY, not with steam. This
brush is recommended for use on large surfaces such as tiled and stone floors, hardwood
floors, carpets, etc., with the combined action
of water mist with vacuum power.
You may separate the attachment (27) from the
brush by sliding it off as shown in figure 7 to
glide more easily over carpets.
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• Always make sure that the appliance is
unplugged before performing any maintenance on it.
• Let bristles cool down in their natural position after using brushes to prevent deformation.
• Periodically inspect the gaskets on the unit
plug (6). Replace them with original spare
parts when necessary. Also inspect the
gaskets on the extension tube (9) and
handle (2) connections. Clean the outside
of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not
use solvents or detergents, which could
damage the plastic surface.
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• Turn off the appliance with the main switch
(A) and unplug it.
• Release the two levers locking the dirt
container (K) in place and slide the container (L) out of the appliance (fig.2).
• Remove the filter on the air outlet (Q) from
its housing and clean it with a brush with
stiff bristles; if the filter is not clean
enough, rinse it with water and let it dry.
Replace the filter if it appears to be damaged, to prevent it from compromising the
appliance’s performance.
• If you wish to continue working, reassemble the filter by performing the procedure
described above in reverse. The filter will
last about 100 hours of operation.
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It is easy to empty the water tank (I) and the
detergent tank (J).
To empty the tanks, simply open the tank
drain tap (29). Close again when empty.
NOTE: Be sure to position a recipient large
enough under the tank you wish to empty.
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