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Built for years of care-free use,
Read These Instructions completely before use.
MODEL SF-450
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MODEL SF-450
Professional Style Steamer
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the SteamFast Professional Style steamer.
If tap water is being used, in order to prolong the life of your steamer, we
recommend that the unit be drained occasionally. This will reduce lime
buildup within the unit. If used in a hard water area the use of distilled water
is encouraged. If you chose to use distilled water it will not be necessary to
drain the unit.
Your SteamFast steamer is equipped with a thermostat control that will shut
the steamer off when the temperature reaches 250°F. The steamer will
automatically being heating again when the temperature drops below 250°F.
Should the water tank run dry while the unit is in operation, we recommended
that it be turned off immediately. If the steamer is not turned off immediately,
the thermostat will cause the unit to shut off, however, damage may occur to
the unit.
In the event that the steamer is left in operation without water or the
thermostat should fail to operate properly, the unit’s fuse will burn out at 302°F
causing the steamer to shut off.
Top Innovations, Inc.
400 NW Platte Valley Drive
Riverside, Missouri 64150-9572
Web site:
www.mitcoproducts.com
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You are about to use the simplest and most Versatile
steamer brought to you, SteamFast, a trusted name in clothing care.
Your new steamer provides clean, professional results every time!
1. Holds over ½ gallon of water – enough for approximately 30 minutes of
continuous operatin.
2. Water container is removable and easy to fill.
3. Automatic shut-off safety feature.
4. Easy to use drain port.
5. Eliminates ironing by removing wrinkles.
6. Easy roll casters make unit highly portable.
7. Convenient hanger for hose.
8. Stores upright minimizing storage space requirements.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, always follow basic safety precautions,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put appliance I nwater
or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
4. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts and before cleaning.
5. Avoid contact with hot parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing away from
these parts to prevent risk of injury to persons and or burns that could
occur.
6. Use this product for its intended use only.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. A
damaged cord, plug or unit may result in fire, electrical shock or injury.
8. Do not leave the steamer unattended.
9. Please allow the unit to cool before storage.
10. Always turn the switch to “off” position before plugging in or unplugging
the unit.
11. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces.
12. Do not operate steamer without properly filling the water container.
13. Always keep the hose nozzle elevated above the water container. Do
not lay the hose on the floor.
14. This appliance has a grounded plug. As a safety feature, this plug will
fit in a three-prong plug outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in
the outlet, do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
15. Burns can occur by touching hot parts, hot water or steam.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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LEARNING ABOUT YOUR STEAMER
Please refer to the picture for each point.
(1) The control HANDLE on the end of the hose sits just before the nozzle.
The HANDLE is designed to be heat free and is safe to grasp. Use the
HANDLE to aim the direction of the steam released from the nozzle.
(2) The NOZZLE on the end of the handle is located on the end of the
steamer hose. Always hang the NOZZLE end of the hose on the
hanger rod when not in use. Keep the NOZZELE point the NOZZLE
downward, water may condense and drip.
(3) The ROD is designed to conveniently hang the hose handle and also
can support garments for steaming.
(4) The HOSE extends from the base of the unit. Do not pull on the HOSE
with extreme pressure or you may cause damage and leakage of
steam.
(5) The ON/OFF switch is located on the front of the base.
(6) The WATER CONTAINER is filled through the removable water valve
in the bottom and should be placed in the reservoir on the base. Avoid
spilling excess water into the reservoir as this could cause the steamer
to expel water from the nozzle. Do not try to substitute another water
container for the one designed for this unit.
(7) The WATER LEVEL can be seen visually in the water container. Do
not operate the steamer without water in the WATER CONTAINER.
(8) The steamer BASE houses the reservoir and water container. It also
supports the hanger rod and hose.
(9) The CASTERS allow the unit to roll freely.
(10) The ELECTRICAL CORD plugs into a standard three-prong plug.
Use only three prong UL approved extension cords with a minimum 20ampere rating.
(11) The DRAIN PLUG is located on the side for convenient drainage
of the water reservoir.
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STEAMER ASSEMBLY
STEP 1 – ATTACHING THE MEATL ROD
Set the appliance on a steady surface. The bottom metal rod is threaded on
one end. Screw the two larger metal rods together. Insert the bottom of the
metal rod into the holder on the unit base and screw the setscrew until tight.
(Caution: do not over tighten) Screw the top smaller metal rod (with hook)
into the top of the large metal rod.
STEP 2 – ATTACHING THE STEAMER HOSE
Screw the end of the steamer hose with the knurled knob onto the threaded
pipe on the top of the steamer unit (Caution: Do not use excessive force in
tightening the knob) Tighten by hand until it’s no longer turns. Hang the
nozzle from the metal rod. Prior to filling the water tank, be certain that the
steamer’s drain plug is properly installed and tightened to prevent leaking.
STEP 3 – BEFORE FILLING THE WATER CONTAINER
Turn the water container upside down and inspect to see the valve and spring
assembly are functioning in the bottom of the container. Place the container
in the reservoir and inspect that it seats securely.
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STEAMER OPERATION
STEP 1 – PREPARATION FOR USE
Set the unit on the floor and remove the water container. Check the inside of
the container for sediment. Turn the container upside down and push the
valve open and allow to close two or three times to insure it is functioning
smoothly. If the container has been stored with water inside, it may be
necessary to remove the water and clean the container. Follow the steps for
care and cleaning.
STEP 2 – FILLING THE WATER CONTAINER
(PRIOR TO PLUGGING IN THE APPLIANCE)
Remove the water container with the handle and turn upside down. Unscrew
the valve in the center of the base and pour water into the opening or hold
under a source of running water until the container is filled to the desired level.
Replace the valve and return the container to the upright position. Place the
water container onto the base and make certain it seats properly into the
cavity.
DO NOT FILL THE CONATINER WITH HOT WATER.
DO NOT ALLOW THE CONTAINER TO BECOME DRY DURING
OPERATION AS THIS WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE STEAMER
STEP 3 – OPERATING THE STEAMER
Insure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. Plug the steamer cord into
a normal electrical outlet or approved extension cord. Turn the ON/OFF
switch to the ON position. The switch will light when electricity is connected.
Steam will be produced from the nozzle in few seconds.
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PRESSING WITH STEAM
1. Grasp the control handle with the nozzle facing upward. Beginning at
the bottom of the fabric will allow the steam to rise inside an outside
removing wrinkles. Slowly move the nozzle from the bottom to the top
of the fabric.
2. Remove the nozzle from the garment and smooth the fabric with your
free hand.
NOTE :
1. Pressing will be easier if there are fewer creases in the object to be
steamed.
2. Shaking out the article prior to steaming will avoid excess creasing.
3. For towels, handkerchiefs and napkins, drape them over a rod or
steam press them in place over towel racks.
4. Heavier fabrics may require repeated steaming. Repeat steps one and
two as necessary.
With practice you will gain speed and efficiency. You will soon learn which
fabrics will require multiple steam applications.
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Accessories
Fabric Brush
Your steamer is supplied with an accessory fabric brush which can be used to
gently brush the knap of fabric such as corduroy. To install simply snap into
the appropriate slot in the nozzle when the steamer is off and cool.
Don’t use the brush on delicate fabrics such as silk or stain
Lint Remover
The supplied lint removal tool may be used with the steamer or by itself. To
install on the steamer make certain the unit is off and cool. Simply snap the
tool on the nozzle.
Captured lint may be removed by rubbing the surface of the tool with a dry
scrap of fabric in the reverse direction from normal use.
Squeegee
Another feature of steam is the ability to clean. Live steam dissolves greasy
film and dirt. To take advantage of this your unit is equipped with a squeegee
to allow the cleaning of windows, mirrors and other glass surfaces. To install
the squeegee merely snap it into the appropriate slot in the nozzle when your
unit is off and cool.
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CLEANING AND STORING
a. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position and unplug from
the power source4.
b. Wait for the steamer to cool completely for at least 30 minutes.
c. Remove and drain the water container. Drain the unit by
removing the drain plug and allowing the contents of the,
reservoir to drain. Tip the unit in the direction of the drain plug
to remove remaining water. Replace the plug.
d. Remove the steamer hose and hanger rod.
e. Remove the water tank.
f. Remove excess water from the reservoir by lifting the unit and
pouring. Flush the reservoir area with fresh water to clean any
residue from the water source.
g. Pour fresh water into threaded pipe of steam hose. Then
remove water from reservoir to clean any residue inside the
steamer. If there is too much residue, you may use soft water to
soak and flush the reservoir.
h. Reattach the hose, hanger rod and water container and store
the unit.
OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES
During operation the steamer hose may gurgle. This is a normal result of
condensation collecting inside the hose. Simply lift the control handle upward
until the hose is extended to its full height. The gurgling will disappear when
the excess moisture inside the hose has had a chance to drain back into the
base. If the steamer stops producing steam then starts again. You may wish
to examine the inside of the reservoir. The most common reason for this
effect is the accumulation of sediment from mineral laden water. Clean the
offending sediment from inside the unit. First following the steps for cooling
and cleaning the unit as presented previously.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING THE STEAMER
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Steamer fails to heat Steamer not plugged in Plug in to electrical
Outlet
Auto shut off engaged check water container
Is not empty. Reset
ON/OFF switch.
No steam water level is low Turn ON/OFF switch
OFF and refill water
Container
Water drips from nozzle Condensation in hose Hold the hose vertical
And allow water to
drain back to tank
Nozzle gurgles Condensation in hose Hold the hose vertical
and allow water to drain
back to tank
Steam is intermittent Sediment in container Follow the removing
Mineral buildup
Procedure
NOTE : Water chemicals and conditions will vary in different areas. To insure
continued operation of the steamer, never store without cleaning and
removing excess water from the reservoir and water container.
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Removing Mineral Buildup
One common problem with steamers is mineral buildup caused by the high
mineral content in many municipal water supplies. Mineral residue inside of
the internal pipes and heater can cause intermittent steaming or in severe
cases no steaming at all.
The best way to avoid this is to use de-mineralized or distilled water in the unit.
The procedure below can be used to clear mineral buildup. If you are unable
to use de-mineralized or distilled water we recommend you use this procedure
monthly to help avoid mineral buildup.
1. Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.
2. Unscrew and remove the hose from the hose connector on the top of
the unit.
3. Remove the pole from the unit.
4. Remove the water tank from the main unit and drain any water in the
unit.
5. Make a mixture of 50% vinegar and 50% water. In most cases 1 cup of
this mixture will be sufficient.
6. Slowly pour the water-vinegar mixture into the hose connector.
a. If the internal piping is only partially blocked by mineral buildup, the
water-vinegar mixture will soon start flowing out of the water intake
hole. If this happens proceed to step 8.
b. If the internal piping is completely blocked, continue to pour the
mixture into the hose connector till full.
7. Pour the water-vinegar mixture into the water intake hole until full.
8. Let stand for 40 minutes.
9. Drain the water using the drain plug.
10. Pour clean water though the hose base and water intake hole until the
vinegar smell dissipates.
11. Reassemble the unit and operate normally.
If the procedure above does not return the unit to normal operation, the unit
may need servicing.
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