OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Models LCS270 / LCS176 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE Thank you for purchasing an Earlex Steam Wallpaper Stripper. In order to obtain the best results please read the instructions before commencing any work. Please also make a special note of the safety rules. EARLEX LIMITED WILL ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IF USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSES THAN THOSE DETAILED HEREIN. RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Safety Rules G G Keep away from children and animals. Do not pull by the mains lead or the steam hose. Be careful of overhead dripping, when using on overhead areas tilt the steam plate away from the face and body, and regularly empty the steamplate of any collected condensation. Do not leave unattended. Do not point the steam plate at anyone. Do not allow water or steam to enter light switches or sockets. Always use and store upright. Always visually check that the hose and steam plate inlet are not blocked before attempting to use. Do not strain, kink or trap the hose under heavy objects. Use only 4lb pressure cap as supplied. It is also a safety valve. NEVER BLOCK OFF THIS OUTLET. G Always disconnect power supply when filling the machine or when not in use. Do not use any caustic cleaners on the tank. Do not allow to boil dry. Do not overfill the reservoir. DO NOT USE ADDITIVES. Never detach the hose whilst the unit is switched on. The tank becomes hot in use. Do not touch. Only move with the carrying frame. Steam is produced at 100oC. Wear protective clothing and gloves when operating this stripper. DO NOT USE THIS STRIPPER FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSES THAN DETAILED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Under no cirumstances should you attempt to repair a unit unless qualified and authorised to do so. Use only genuine Earlex replacement parts. G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G NEVER remove the filler cap when unit is boiling - switch off and wait for 5 minutes. G Never use outside when raining. G Main Features This is a professional, fast-action steam wallpaper stripper. It has many added features; G Each tank is individually pressure tested. G G G sound indicates that you should proceed only with extreme care - stopping immediately if you hear a cracking sound or plaster starts to break loose. The steam stripper is safe for drywall/plaster board surfaces but whatever the material, it is always wise to check a small area before starting work properly. Protect your home! The heat generated by the boiler unit can mark carpets, soft furnishings, table tops, cabinets etc. Dust sheets or newspapers are not suitable heat protectors for delicate surfaces. Storage for the hose and the mains lead. Neon mains On/Off switch, Cooler running steam hose. Caution! Check the state of your plaster before starting work. Steam can loosen weak, porous or poorly bonded plaster - which also loosens readily if cracked, holed or if steam plate is held in one position for too long after the paper is soaked. Weak plaster can normally be detected by tapping a few areas of the wall. A hollow 2 Preparation To achieve fastest paper removal always gently score the areas to be stripped. With heavily embossed, vinyl coated or painted papers this is essential. Either use a proprietary perforator tool or alternatively score the paper with the edge of a wall scraper in a criss-cross pattern with 150mm (6 inch) spacing. As with all decorating work be sure to protect carpets and furniture with covers. MAX MIN Operation STEAM IS HOT! The unit is designed for safe, fast removal of wallpaper but you must be aware that steam is produced at 100oC so be careful, wear protective clothing and protect your hands with heat resistant gloves or mitts. Place the unit on a flat surface near to the area to be stripped. Remove the steam plate. FULLY UNCOIL the hose and mains lead. Connect the thread on the steam plate to the end of the hose. This only needs to be hand tight. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Connect the mains lead from the unit to the socket and switch on. The mains switch on the unit has a neon light and will light when the unit is on. It will take between 10 and 20 minutes for the 230V unit or 25-35 minutes for the 110V unit to start producing steam depending on the temperature of the water used. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED. Once steam is being produced at the steam plate you are ready to commence operation. Prior to the steam being produced a small amount of bubbling will occur at the steam plate. WARNING: Beware of hot water discharge prior to steam emission. When the steam has been produced, lift the steam plate above the level of the tank outlet to allow condensed steam to run back down the hose and into the tank. If you are right handed hold the steam plate in your left hand and place flat against the wall where you wish to commence removing. Leave the plate against the wall for approximately 10 seconds. If you are left handed you may find it easier to operate with the other hand. If the steam plate is fitted with a metal swivel joint, tighten hose nut to thread using two spanners. The plate can remain permanently attached to the hose thereafter. To fill the unit, remove the filler cap and fill to the maximum water level as shown on the glass panel at the end of the tank. This must be clean water, preferably hot. DO NOT USE ADDITIVES - DO NOT OVERFILL. 3 Move the steam plate to the section immediately next to where you have just been working and use a wallpaper scraper to remove the section that has just been steamed. By working in this way you should be able to remove paper continually. You may have to leave the plate against the wall for longer periods with some papers or re-steam if not completely removed. The 230V unit will operate for approximately 1 1/2 hrs and the 110V unit will operate for approximately 3 1/4 hrs before requiring refilling. The water level is shown through the glass level indicator and should not be allowed to fall below minimum. Switch the unit off when this level has been reached. If you require further use of the steamer, ensure unit is switched off and has stopped boiling. Wait for 5 minutes. Slowly turn cap anti-clockwise, any remaining trapped steam will be released from beneath cap. Caution - steam is very hot -wear a glove and keep face clear. Refill to the level indicator as before and follow above instructions. YOU MUST NEVER ALLOW THE UNIT TO BOIL DRY. There is a safety thermal cut-out device fitted to the unit. If the unit is allowed to boil dry this will operate and prevent further use. Switch the unit off and allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes, refill with water and then switch on again - the thermal cut-out should automatically re-set. If this has not re-set allow a further cooling period. When you have finished using the unit allow any remaining water to cool and then empty the unit. We recommend flushing the tank out with clean water before storing. NEVER LEAVE WATER IN THE UNIT WHILST BEING STORED. Storage Brackets are fitted to the frame for the storage of the mains lead and hose. To recoil - wind the mains lead onto the brackets - then wind on the steam hose ensuring adequate length of hose is left to secure the steamplate into the clips on the opposite side. The handle should face outwards - slide the plate in until tight. Radiator Cap To fit - screw onto the filler neck hand tight. Do not overtighten. To remove - ensure unit is switched off and has stopped boiling. Wait for 5 minutes. Slowly unscrew the cap, any remaining trapped steam will be released from the anti-discharge valve. Caution - steam is very hot - wear a glove and keep face clear. Refill to the level indicator as before and follow above instructions. STEAM IS DANGEROUS. 4 Other Uses The stripper can also be used to: G Remove Artex® . G Lift stuck down vinyl tiles. G Sterilise soil. G Kill garden weeds. Unit keeps cutting out G Check that water is above minimum level. G Check that the extension lead is rated at 13 amps minimum and fully unwound. 230V unit only. G Check that no additives have been used. Steam escaping from Pressure Cap G Check for blockages in hose or steam plate. G Clean seating around cap area. Descaling We recommend that the tank is cleaned every three months using proprietary descaling products, used as per the manufacturers instructions. Spare Parts The full range of spare parts is available from Earlex. Despatch is available same day by first class post to Companies with credit facilities or for payment by credit card. TROUBLE SHOOTING Unit Fails to Boil G The thermal cut-out has operated. Switch off, allow to cool, refill with water then switch on again. G Check the fuse in the plug - 230V unit only. G If using an extension lead - check that the thermal re-set button on the extension lead has not tripped out. Check that the extension lead is rated at a minimum of 13 amps - 230V unit only. If the unit still will not operate return the unit to the dealer or authorised agent to check the thermal fuse link and element. ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS SHOULD UNDERTAKE THIS WORK. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FURTHER ASSISTANCE PLEASE CALL OUR HELPLINE ON 01483 454666 Monday - Friday 08:30 - 18:00 (excluding Bank Holidays) 5 Spare Parts List and Diagram PART NO. DESCRIPTION PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008/A 0019 0020 0021 0022 0023 0027 0028 0029 0032 0038 0042 0047 0048 0049 0053 0055 0071 0117 0118 0123 0124 0127 0128 0134 QTY PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS 0136 0137 0138 0139 0140 0155 0200 0202 0302 0296 0301 0303 0316 0317 0321 3000 3001 3003 3004 3005 3006 3014 3037 Glass Window....................................... 1 Glass Retaining Plate........................... 1 Level Indicator Ball............................... 1 Screw for Retaining Plate..................... 6 Screw for Tank Joint............................. 3 Cable Assembly 110V........................... 1 Steam Plate Buffer .............................. 1 Steam Plate Swivel Joint...................... 1 Switch Assy-mains with indicator.......... 1 Short Stud for Earth Connection........... 1 Anti-discharge Valve (not shown).......... 1 Pressure Cap Assembly-with Chain..... 1 Heat Shield ............................................1 Heating Element 2750W....................... 1 Heating Element 1760W....................... 1 Side Frame left hand............................ 1 Side Frame right hand.......................... 1 Handle tube........................................... 1 Hose/CableClip...................................... 2 Spacer Tank Mounting........................... 4 C/sk Screw for Clip................................ 2 PVC Handle........................................... 1 Foot Moulding........................................ 4 Tube Connector-external....................... 4 Tube Connector-internal........................ 2 C/sk Screw-Frame Joints...................... 8 Stand/Seat Moulding............................. 1 Steam Tank Assembly........................... 1 Thermal Fuse........................................ 1 `O'Ring for Element............................... 1 Stud....................................................... 2 Hexagon Nut......................................... 6 Shakeproof Washer.............................. 4 Cable Assembly-Switch to Cut-out....... 1 Cable Assembly-Switch to Element...... 1 Mains Cable Assy-with 13 amp Plug.... 1 Element Cover...................................... 1 Steam Hose Assembly.......................... 1 Elbow-Steam Outlet.............................. 1 Steamplate Assembly (not shown)....... 1 Steam Plate.......................................... 1 Adaptor-for Hose.................................. 1 Circlip.................................................... 1 Taper Nut.............................................. 2 Clip for Steam Plate.............................. 2 `0' Ring Tank Seal................................. 1 Gasket Tank Window............................ 1 Thermostat........................................... 1 Tank Cover - Black............................... 1 Lock Nut M6 ........................................ 4 Protective Cover M6............................. 2 Stainless Steam Pipe............................ 1 6 PS0004 PS3014 PS3004 PS0006 PS0005 PS0055 PS3001 PS0200 PS3003 PS3000 PS0134 PS0202 PS0048 PS0038 PS3037 PS0049 PS0138 PS0137 PS0042 PS0140 PS0008/A MIN PS0053 PS0303/0315 PS3006 PS0006 PS0139 PS0004 7 PS0022 MA X PS0071 PS0136 PS0118 PS0124 BLACK PS0020 PS3005 PS0029 UK PS0317 2750W x 230V PS0321 1760 x 110V PS0021 PS0022 PS0316 PS0296 PS0023 PS0006 PS0117 PS0155 110V PS0028 PS0127 PS0032 PS0027 PS0302 PS0123 PS0019 PS0128 Mains connection 230V UK only The stripper is supplied fitted with a 13 amp plug top and fuse. If a replacement fuse is required this must be rated at 13 amps. If in d ...