Reliable Vivio 100GC, Vivio 150GC Instruction Manual

PROFESSIONAL GARMENT STEAMERS

CENTRALES VAPEUR PROFESSIONNELLES

VAPORIZADOR DE PRENDAS PROFESSIONAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL GUIDE D’UTILISATION MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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VIVIO 100GC & VIVIO 150GC PARTS IDENTIFIER 01 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ENGLISH 03 GUIDE D’UTILISATION FRANÇAIS 13 MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES ESPAÑOL 23

VIVIO 100GC PARTS IDENTIFIER

ENGLISH

1 Brush (removable) 2 Steam head 3 Handle 4 Steam hose 5 Rod set (supports steam hose) 6 Bottle 7 Rod set holder 8 Body of steamer 9 Wheels

FRANÇAIS

1 Brosse (amovible) 2 Collecteur de vapeur 3 Manette 4 Boyau de vapeur 5 Ensemble de tirant (soutient le boyau de vapeur) 6 Bouteille 7 Support pour ensemble de tirant 8 Corps du vaporisateur 9 Volants

ESPAÑOL

1 Cepillo (para remover) 2 Cabezal de vapor 3 Mango 4 Manguera de vapor 5 Varilla (soporta la manguera de vapor) 6 Botella 7 Soporte de la varilla 8 Cuerpo del vaporizador 9 Ruedas

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VIVIO 150GC PARTS IDENTIFIER

ENGLISH

1 Metal steam head 2 Wood handle 3 Steam hose 4 Rod set (supports steam hose) 5 Bottle 6 Rod set holder 7 Body of steamer 8 Wheels

FRANÇAIS

1 Collecteur de vapeur métallique 2 Manette en bois 3 Boyau de vapeur 4 Ensemble de tirant (soutient le boyau de vapeur) 5 Bouteille 6 Support pour ensemble de tirant 7 Corps du vaporisateur 8 Volants

ESPAÑOL

1 Cabezal de vapor metálico 2 Mango de madera 3 Manguera de vapor 4 Varilla (soporta la manguera de vapor) 5 Botella 6 Soporte de la varilla 7 Cuerpo del vaporizador 8 Ruedas

VIVIO 100GC & VIVIO 150GC INSTRUCTION MANUAL ENGLISH

Thank you for purchasing the Reliable™ Vivio 100GC/Vivio 150GC garment steamer. Please follow the instructions carefully. With proper care and maintenance, your steamer will provide years of dependable service.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Your Reliable™ Vivio 100GC/Vivio 150GC steamer is made for professional and home use. Please follow these basic instructions to ensure your safety:

• Read all instructions before using the steamer.

• Use the steamer for its intended use only.

• In order to prevent harm, when the steamer begins to steam, be sure to face the steam head away from your body.

• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the steamer in water or other liquids.

• To disconnect the plug from the wall outlet, gently remove the plug (do not pull on the cord).

• Do not allow the cord to touch a hot surface. After use, allow to completely cool before storage.

• When ﬁlling with water, emptying or while not in use, always make sure that the steamer is disconnected.

• Make sure the power switch is in the off position when plugging or unplugging the unit from the wall circuit.

• Before turning the power switch on, make sure the water bottle has been ﬁlled.

• Do not operate the garment steamer with a damaged cord, plug or if the steamer has been dropped or damaged. This will void any and all warranties. Please contact the place of purchase for repair procedure.

• Close supervision is necessary for any steamer being used by or near children. Do not leave the steamer unattended while connected

• Caution must be used when the steamer is on, as some parts can get very hot. Please use care when you turn a steamer upside down as there may be hot water in the reservoir.

• Never steam near a person’s body, as the steam is extremely hot.

• If an extension cord is necessary, use a 15 amp heavy-duty grounded extension cord only.

FEATURES & PERFORMANCE

• One-gallon (3.8L) water capacity

• Heavy-duty brass heating element

• Super-ﬂex™ steam hose

• Bottle wont fall off steamer

• No need to empty steamer after each use

• Automatic shut-off feature with thermal fuse

• Stores upright in a small space

• Steam head – 2x the thickness of other brands (Vivio 100GC model)

• Removable brush (Vivio 100GC model)

• Metal head with wood handle (Vivio 150GC model)

• Easy roll casters for maneuverability

HOW TO STEAM

Fabric care professionals know and appreciate the value of steam for gently de-wrinkling all type of fabrics. Fabric steaming is fast and safe, and has a myriad of applications including clothing, upholstery, (auto and home) window fashions, and linens. Your Reliable Vivio 100GC/Vivio 150GC garment steamer has been designed to provide the best quality steam for these tasks. Here are a few tips:

1. It is important to make sure that the steam hose is in an upright (vertical)

position so that any condensation can ﬂow back to the steamer. If you do have to steam in a low position it is suggested that you frequently lift the steam head up so that the hose is extended.

2. For very long articles light pants or coats, it might be helpful to put the garment

on a hanger and place the hanger on the top of a doorframe (or any high shelf that would accommodate a hanger).

3. This will allow you to steam higher up, and reduce the chance of condensation

forming in the steam hose.

4. It may be helpful to gently pull the bottom of the garment (hem) to allow

the steam to penetrate the fabric and release the wrinkles. This may be particularly useful at the seam of a garment.

5. It is not necessary to “push” the steam head onto the fabric. Lightly touching

the material is all that is usually needed. For fabrics with a nap (corduroy, velvet, velour), the brush that is included with the Vivio 100GC model is very helpful for refreshing the fabric while protecting the nap of the fabric.

HOW TO STEAM CONTINUED…

6. Some garments may react better if they are steamed from the inside.

7. Retail clothing stores know the advantage of having a garment steamer on

the sales ﬂoor, ready for quick touch ups to make the garment look like new again. While you can easily store the Vivio 100GC/Vivio 150GC when not in use (the water should be drained from the unit if it will be stored for a long period of time) the best way to use the steamer is like the pros. Have it in a convenient spot where you will use it the most frequently. For some people that would be in their laundry room, for others it’s in their bedroom. Because the Vivio 100GC/Vivio 150GC heats up so quickly (less than one minute) it is the perfect solution to the un-wearable wrinkled blouse or sweater. Plug it in, turn it on, sixty seconds later a few waves of the steam head and you are looking your best… everyday.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

The Vivio 100GC/Vivio 150GC is easy to use, and easy to set up.

1. The 3-piece rod set that holds up the steam head needs to be screwed

together. When done, place the rod set into the device that holds it in place.

2. With the supplied wrench, attach the hose to the body of the steamer and

tighten until it is snug.

3. The same wrench can also be used for tightening the device that holds the rod

set. The steam head can be placed in the upper portion of the rod set until it is ready for use.

4. Remove the cap from the water bottle. Fill the water bottle with regular tap

or distilled water; replace the cap and invert the bottle, placing it in the body of the steamer.

5. Always make sure there is water in the bottle. DO NOT ALLOW THE STEAMER

TO RUN DRY.

6. Turn the unit on, wait for about sixty seconds for the steam to start.

7. It is a good idea to periodically pour old water out of the steamer to avoid

mineral build-up.

NOTE: If rinsing the unit does not improve the performance, the steamer may require more thorough cleaning. This must be done by an authorized service center only, or the warranty will be void.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Do not operate the garment steamer with a damaged cord, plug or if the steamer has been dropped or damaged. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit on your own. Return the unit to Reliable Corporation (see warranty) for examination, repair or replacement.

PROBLEM

Steamer does not get hot.

The unit is not producing steam.

Unit produces little steam and cycles on/off.

The switch light does not illuminate when the switch is turned to the on position.

Water drips from nozzle.

REMEDY

1. Plug the steamer in. Turn it on.

2. Push the on/off switch to the off position. Fill the water bottle and ﬁt it in place. Turn on.

1. Push the on/off switch to the off position. Reﬁll the water bottle and ﬁt it in place. Turn on.

2. Replace heating element.

1. Throw the old water out and ﬂush the unit.

2. Replace thermostat.

1. Replace part.

2. Replace part.

3. Replace part.

4. Try plugging into a different outlet.

1. Hold the hose upright and allow to drain back into the base of the unit.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

1. Steam unit is not plugged in or turned on.

2. Automatic shut-off has engaged. The water bottle is empty and the reservoir has drained.

1. Water level is too low.

2. Element may not be functioning.

1. Unit is dirty and requires cleaning.

2. The thermostat may be defective.

1. Switch is not working.

2. Cord is not good.

3. Fuse wire is bad.

4. The outlet may not have power.

1. Condensation has formed inside the steamer hose.

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VIVIO 100GC PARTS LIST

REF. NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 HS-3 Outer Housing 2 HS-9 Cap 3 HS-10 Hose Barb Nut 4 HS-11 Hose Barb 5 HS-12 Spring 6 HS-14W Hose 7 HS-20 Handle Cover Bottom 8 HS-21 Handle Cover Top 9 HS-22/23 Steam Head 10 HS-32 Brush 11 HS-19 Hanger Rod Top 12 HS-18 Nut Cap 13 HS-17 Hanger Rod Middle 14 HS-16 Threaded Connector 15 HS-24 Hanger Rod Bottom 16 HS-13 Rod Base 17 HS-29 Rod Base washer 18 HS-28 Rod Base Fitting 19 HS-8 Washer 20 GB818-85 Screw 21 HS-7 Element Cap 22 HS-2-0 Heater element 23 HS-1-0 Silicone Tubing 24 HS-4 Elbow Connector 25 HS-SP Spanner 26 HS-MAG Magnet 27 GB845-85 Screw 28 GB5285-85 Screw 29 HS-A-6 Caster 30 HS-1 Base Plate 31 HS-2W Cord Bushing 32 HS-A-3 Power Cord 33 HS-A-1 On/Off Switch 34 HS-27W Name Plate 35 HS-25 Footer 36 GB818-85 Screw 37 HS-A-2 Thermostat 38 HS-A-5 Clamp 39 HS-A-4 Fuse 40 HS-5 Bottle Cap 41 HS-15 Water Bottle 42 HS-4 Elbow (same as HS-4) 43,44 HS-CLIP Clip 45 HS-SEAL Seal

ASSEMBLIES: NOT SHOWN IN DIAGRAM

HHC Plastic Head and Handle Complete HSHHC Plastic Head/Handle w/Hose Complete HSMHHC Metal Head w/Hose Complete HS-HR Hanger Rod Complete

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