VaporMax PC800 Steam Cleaner
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hank you for purchasing a Simac steam cleaner. It is the result of expert
research and development to produce a quality functional product. Rigorous
q
uality control ensures that your product will give you good service.
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his booklet has been prepared to enable you to get the most out of your steam
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leaner. Please read it thoroughly to familiarise yourself with the machine and
make steam cleaning an easy chore. Keep the instructions in a safe place so that
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ou can refer to it in the future.
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he booklet refers to the following steam cleaner only:
V
aporMax PC800 pressure steam cleaner
SPECIAL WARNING
Do not use steam on Dralon® or synthetic velvet type materials.
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n any other fabric carry out a patch test on an unseen area of reasonable size
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nd allow to dry before doing a full clean or check with the fabric manufacturer to
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ee if steam is safe on their product.
Description
1 Water tank and cover
2
ON/OFF power button
3
Steam ready/temperature indicator light
4
Tool holders
5 Castors
6 Flexible hose with hand grip
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ccessories
7 Carpet/floor brush
8 Window/tile cleaner with combined squeegee
9
Scouring brushes
10 Two extension tubes
11 Wash cloth
12 Crevice tool
13 De-scaler solution
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General Safeguards
1. Read this instruction book carefully before using the steam cleaner.
2. When in use the appliance uses pressurised steam: incorrect use could
be dangerous. The appliance is only for domestic uses as shown in this
booklet. The manufacturer will not be responsible for damage caused by
incorrect use of the appliance.
3. Always unplug the appliance from the mains before refilling, changing
tools or carrying out any maintenance or cleaning work on the appliance
itself.
4. Before use, check that the supply voltage corresponds to the voltage
shown on the rating plate on the base of the appliance.
5. Connect the appliance only to power points that have a minimum capacity
of 10 amps and are earthed.
6. NEVER aim the steam jet in the direction of power points or othe
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electrical items; this could damage them and expose you to risk of electric
shock.
7. Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. If the power
cord is damaged it must be replaced by a professional repairer.
8. Avoid steam contact with the skin. The extremely high temperatures can
cause serious burns. Never aim the steam jet at people or animals or use
on any object that is unable to withstand high temperatures.
9. DO NOT put detergent, perfume or any other substance into the boiler.
USE ONLY WATER.
10. Before steam cleaning any electrical appliances (cooker, fridge, freezer,
hob, etc.) unplug them from the power supply. Before reconnecting make
sure that they are completely dry as any remaining water could cause
dangerous electrical discharges.
11. Before storing the appliance for long periods ensure that the tank and
boiler are completely empty.
12. Do not leave the appliance unattended when switched on. Keep away
from children.
13. Do not use the appliance if it appears to be defective.
14. Do not leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, frost, sun, etc.)
15. NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER
16. For all repairs contact the Service Centre named in the guarantee. This
will ensure that it is repaired to it's original quality using only genuine
spare parts. In-guarantee repairs can only be carried out by the authorised
Service Centre.
17. After disconnecting from the mains the appliance steam may continue to
flow from the hose for a few seconds. Keep out of reach of children.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE.
Preparing For Use
CAUTION: Before preparing the
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ppliance for use or carrying
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ut any maintenance, always
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isconnect from the power
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upply.
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ll tools provided can be used on
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ither the extension tubes or the
handgrip. To fit, just push on until
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hey click into place (fig. 1).
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o remove, press the button and pull,
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aking care not to pinch the finger
pressing the button.
Remove the cover (fig. 2) from the
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ater tank and pour in 1 litre of water
(fig. 3). The appliance works with
normal tap water. If the water is very
hard (over 100 mg/l) we suggest
using half distilled water and half tap
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ater. Never use distilled water
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lone. Never add detergent.
Replace filler cover.
Using the appliance
Plug into the mains and turn on the
main switch (2). The indicator light (3)
comes on and the boiler starts
operating.
When the light (3) goes off the
appliance is ready for use.
To start the steam push the button [A]
in Fig 4 underneath the handle and
steam will start to flow. It is normal for
a few drops of water to come out first.
Release the button whenever you
want to stop the steam.
The steam will continue to flow from
the tool for about one minute until the
boiler is system is empty.
During use the steam ready light will
go on and off indicating that the boiler
is being heated to maintain steam
output.
Important: it is normal for a little
water to be given off before steam
starts to flow and for the steam
ready light (3) to go on and of
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during use. When changing tools
release the trigger and the allo
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the steam to die down (about one
minute) before changing.
Safety Device
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he appliance is fitted with a safety
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evice which discharges steam from
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he bottom in the event of a
malfunction. Should this occur, turn
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ff the appliance immediately. Unplug
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rom the mains and leave to cool.
Contact the authorised service
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entre.
Descaling
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o guarantee consistently high quality
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team, the appliance should be
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escaled about every 15 tank-fulls of
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ater depending on local hardness.
Proceed as follows:
1. Fill the tank with a solution of 125
ml of descaler and 625 ml of
water (one part descaler to five
parts water). Use the descaler
provided only. Replacement
supplies of descaler are
obtainable from the service
centre.
2
. Position the handgrip/steam
outlet inside a container or the
sink to collect the water/descaler
solution running out of the hose.
3
. Plug into the mains and turn on
the main switch (2). Plug into the
mains and turn on the main
switch (2). Press button (A). To
run off all the descaler solution,
the button can be held down
using a Velcro band.
4
. Run the appliance until the
solution is used up.
5
. Empty the tank of any remaining
solution and to remove all residue
from the tank and hose, operate
the appliance again with a
quarter of a litre of fresh water in
the tank.
GENERAL CLEANING
ADVICE
Before using for the first time:
• Test the resistance of fabrics and
colours on a hidden area before
using
• Before cleaning floors or fabric
surfaces (e.g. carpets, rugs, etc.)
you are recommended to pre-clean
with a vacuum cleaner
• The scouring brushes (9) are in
different colours. Use the different
colours for different purposes (e.g.
red for the kitchen, yellow for the
bathroom, etc.)
When attaching the cloth lay it on a
flat surface and fold the two long
edges in toward the middle. Put the
floor head onto the cloth ensuring that
there is a double layer of cloth
underneath the bristles then clip the
edges of the cloth to the floor head.
This will reduce wear on the cloth.
When cleaning carpets and hard
floors move the floor head over the
surface at a slower pace than when
using a vacuum cleaner.
Do not use physical pressure when
steam cleaning – let the power o
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the steam do the work. When
excess pressure is used on brush
tools the bristles can be permanently
mis-shaped.
Cleaning carpets and rugs
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ccessories: carpet/floor brush (7)
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nd cloth (11) attached by the spring
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lips.
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dvice: test for colour fastness and
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ibre resistance on a concealed
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ection of reasonable size before
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arrying out the full clean.
It is advisable to remove surface dust
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irst with a carpet sweeper or vacuum
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leaner and again after the carpet is
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ompletely dry. This will remove dirt
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t the bottom of deeper carpet pile
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hich has been loosened by the
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team.
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eplacement cloths; these can be
purchased from most supermarkets
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r direct from the Service
Department. To save money - use old
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owels or cotton floor cloths.
Cleaning hard floors
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ccessories: carpet/floor brush (7)
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nd cloth (11) attached by the spring
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lips.
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dvice: Not recommended for wax
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reated floors or wood floors which
have been treated with non heat
resistant varnish.
For hard floors able to withstand the
high temperature of steam it is
possible to use the floor brush directly
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n the surface without a cloth. This is
particularly useful on heavily soiled
floors. Go over the area afterwards
with the cloth attached to remove
loosened dirt.
Cleaning tile grout,
bathrooms, shower stalls,
toilets and hand basins
Accessories: crevice tool (12) with
scouring brush (9) then hand held
cloth to wipe up loosened dirt and
dry.
Cleaning ovens, hobs and
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ridges
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ccessories: crevice tool with
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couring brush then hand held cloth
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o wipe up loosened dirt and dry.
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dvice: always unplug the appliance
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o be cleaned before steam cleaning.
Before plugging in again, ensure the
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ppliance is completely dry as any
remaining water could cause
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lectrical discharge.
Cleaning mirrors, windows
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nd tiles
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ccessories: crevice tool with
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indow/tile cleaner (8) with extension
pipes if necessary then hand held
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loth to wipe up loosened dirt and
d
ry.
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dvice: when cleaning cold glass
bring the steam to the glass slowly so
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s to prevent a rapid rise in
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emperature and the possibility of
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racking.
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o clean windows and wall tiles move
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he tool over the surface with steam
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witched on using the rubber ribbed
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dge to clear any stubborn dirt, then
release trigger to switch steam off,
and use squeegee edge to clear dirt
and condensation downwards.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Wallpaper Stripper
The professional style wallpaper
stripper makes short work o
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removing old wallpaper. Designed to
fit directly to the hand grip or with
extension pipes.
Upholstery Tool
The triangular brush is available for
cleaning upholstery and other drapes.
Used with the cloth which attaches
with spring clips it is ideal for most
types of sofas, chairs and mattresses.
Both of the above accessories,
replacement cloths and de-scaler
solution can be obtained at extra
cost direct from the Service Centre
Ö see guarantee details.
POWER CORD SAFETY
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he power cord is fitted with a molded plug incorporating a 13A fuse. Should the
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use need to be replaced an ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the
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ame rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the appliance with the cover
removed. If the plug fitted is not suitable for your socket outlet it should be cut of
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nd destroyed. The end of the power cord should them be suitably prepared and
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he correct plug fitted as below.
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ARNING: A PLUG WITH BARED POWER CORD IS DANGEROUS IF
PLUGGED INTO A LIVE SOCKET.
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ARNING: This appliance must be earthed
Important: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
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ollowing code:
Green & Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
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s the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the
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oloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
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onnect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or coloured Green & Yellow;
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onnect Brown wire to terminal marked N or coloured red; connect Blue wire to
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erminal marked N or coloured black. If a 13A plug (BS 1363) is used it must be
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itted with a 13A Fuse.
Some hints and tips.......
Use your steam cleaner to de-frost the freezer. It melts the ice quicker and
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terilises at the same time.
Get rid of unwanted odours on clothing (e.g. after going to a smoky pub) by
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afting steam from the crevice tool over the fabric. It brings back the freshness
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nd gets rid of creases.
Use on mountain bikes garden tools and kid’s toys to remove mud. On car and
motor bike engines to remove grease.
If you find that the cloths wear quickly always have a double layer of cloth over
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he bristles. Place the cloth on a flat surface and fold the longest edges into the
middle. Place the tool onto the cloth so that the bristles are over the double cloth
layers then fold up to the clips. Did you know that you can save money by using
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ld towels instead of the cloths supplied with the machine? They work just as well
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nd it's a good way of using up part worn towels.
Blast out black mould from joints in shower enclosures and bath edges using the
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revice tool. You'll be surprised what's lurking in the places that you can't see. Be
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ure to wipe up the mould with a cloth straight away since the steam 'cooks' it and
if left to cool it sticks like glue making another cleaning task!
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