B A I C M G D E F Fig. A Fig. 1 H Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4a 9 11 9 5 2 2A 6 8 12 11 10 4 1 3 Fig. 4b Fig. 5 Fig. 6 7 13 11 OFF ON 15 14 16 11 11 21 17 V 18 11 19 11 23 11 9 U R S Q 20 24 22 T 5 6 4 Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance. GENERATOR A)Patented Safety Cap; B)Generator on/off switch; C)Accessory on/off switch D)Central connector block with splash proof cover; E)Lock-in aperture for central connector; F)Power supply cable; G)Carrying handle; H)Pivoting wheels; I)Steam regulation control; M) Cable winder ACCESSORIES 1)Flexible hose; 2)Steam gun; 2A)Safety switch; 3)Steam request button; 4)Connector assembly; 5)Connector button; 6) Connector locking tab; 7)Extension tubes; 8)Large brush; 9)Cloth retaining clips; 10)Brush fitting; 11)Accessories locking button; 12)Small brush; 13)Cotton cloths; 14)Filler funnel; 15)Spare gaskets for accessory connections; ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY 16)120° accessory; 17)Small round brush for 120° accessory; 18)Window squeegee tool; 19)Small blade for window tool; 20)Large blade for window tool; 21)High pressure lance; 22)Triangular brush; 23)Large round brush for 120° accessory; 24)Wallpaper stripper tool; *Q)Iron; R)Steam request button; S)Temperature regulation control; T)Iron rest mat; U)Continuous steam jet button; V)"Iron heating" indicator. * (included for 1500 Kit) This apparatus conforms with EC 89/336 directive modified by 93/68 (EMC) and 73/23 directive, modified by 93/68 ( low voltage) POLTI S.p.A, reserves the right without prior notice to introduce technical and construction changes as it considers necessary. PRECAUTIONS 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 maintenance work of any kind. · Do not pull the power cord out of the socket, but grasp the plug itself to avoid damage to the socket. · Do not allow the power cord 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 plug- ged 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. · 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 cord around the appliance, especially when the appliance is still hot. · During refilling with water, switch off and disconnect the appliance from the mains. · Do not direct the steam jet on electrical and/or electronic appliances. · Let the appliance cool 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! otherwise you may experience very hot steam escaping from around the cap. · Do not refill the boiler while it is still hot. Allow it to cool down for a few minutes before refilling. · Do not empty the appliance when the water in the boiler is still hot. · Do not try to unscrew the safety cap when the appliance is in use. · Check the safety cap and that the related inner gasket is present, replace them with original spare parts if necessary. · This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. · Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT This appliance is intended for home use as a steam generator as described and in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. Please read these instructions carefully and keep them, as you may find them useful in future. Polti declines liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of VAPORETTO which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this booklet. AT T E N T I O N 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. 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 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 or the shop where you bought this appliance. I M P O R TA N T Before leaving our factory all our products are rigorously tested. For this reason, your VAPORETTO may contain some residual water in the boiler. SET UP Before using VAPORETTO for the first time assemble the pivoting wheels as indicated in Fig. A. P R E PA R AT I O N F O R U S E 1. Unscrew the patented safety cap (A) and fill the boiler with about 1.3 litres of water using the filler funnel (14) making sure that it does not overflow (fig.1). Normal tapwater can be used. However, as water by its nature contains limestone, which may cause a build-up of limescale in the boiler, in hard water areas we recommend the use of our naturalbase decalcifier KALSTOP FP 2003. 2. Carefully screw on the safety cap to hand tight (Fig. 2). Ensure the · When refilling the boiler, use HOT rather than cold water, pour in gently at first and keep your face away. Otherwise the still hot boiler walls can spit drops of very hot water or steam spray. · Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in the boiler. Water by its nature contains magnesium, mineral salts and other deposits which in hard water areas can contribute to limescale build up in the tank. To avoid these problems, it is necessary to swill out with tapwater and empty the generator tank after every 3 or 4 uses.In very hard water areas we recommend the use of our KALSTOP FP 2003, a special natural-base decalcifier which inhibits and b reaks down limescale, making it easy to remove just by swilling out the tank with a little tapwater. This is a preventive against scale build-up and protects the metal walls of the steam generator tank. KALSTOP is available from Polti dealers or by mail-order from your Polti Service Centre. · We recommend you use original Polti products only, as products of other brands may not be suitable for use in Polti products and could cause damage. · Never use distilled water or scented water. · Make sure the patented safety cap is fully and correctly screwed on, patented safety cap (A) is fully and correctly screwed on, otherwise you may experience steam escaping from around the cap. 3. Connect the power supply cable (F) into an earthed power supply of the correct voltage. WARNING: Do NOT under any circumstances put or leave the filler funnel in the water filling aperture of the appliance when the appliance is connected to the mains electricity supply. Danger of burns! INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1a. Press the generator on/off switch (B) and the accessories on/off switch (C) which will light up. 2a. Open the cover of the central connector block (D) and insert the connector assembly (4) pressing the connector button (5) taking care that the locking tab (6) is correctly positioned in the lock-in aperture (E) on the block (Fig. 3). 3a.Wait for the generator on/off switch (B) to go out. VAPORETTO is now ready for use. 4a. The steam gun (2) is equipped with a safety switch (2A) which prevents the accidental start of the steam jet by children or people who do not know how to operate the appliance. With the switch (2A) in the "OFF" position, the lever controlling the steam jet is locked (Fig.4b). Should the hose be left unattended for a moment whilst the appliance is connected to the mains, it is recommended to put the safety switch in the "OFF" position. To start working, set the (2A) button to the "ON" position and press the steam button (Fig.4a). The first burst of steam may contain some water droplets, due to imperfect thermic stabilisation inside the flexible hose. We would therefore advise that the first jet of steam is played onto an old cloth until a constant pressure of steam is obtained. Note: The generator on/off switch (B) may go on and off from time to time during use of VAPORETTO. This indicates the machine is maintaining the correct and constant pressure and is quite normal. S T E A M R E G U L AT I O N F E AT U R E Some VAPORETTO models come equipped with a steam regulator control (I) (Fig 5). You can use this control to increase the steam flow by turning in an anti-clockwise direction. Turning the control in a clockwise direction reduces the steam flow. Here are some suggestions for the choice of steam flow level: Strong steam: For encrusted dirt, stains, sanitising, grease Normal steam: For carpets, rugs, glass, tiles etc. Delicate steam: For vaporising plants and cleaning delicate fabrics, upholstery, wallpaper etc. CONNECTION OF THE ACCESSORIES All the accessories of VAPORETTO can be connected to the handle or to the extension tubes as follows (fig.6): 1b. Move the accessories locking button (11) on every accessory to the "OPEN" position. 2b. Attach the required tool to the hand gun or to the extention tube. 3b.Move the accessories locking button (11) back to the "CLOSED" position. 4b. Check that the connector button has engaged and the accessory is fully connected. PAT E N T E D S A F E T Y C A P / '' WAT E R O U T '' The appliance is equipped with a safety cap, which prevents opening of the boiler as long as there is any pressure remaining inside. This is an important and indispensable safety device, and it is necessary to follow certain procedures when re-filling the boiler. Whenever you have used up all the water in the boiler, proceed as follows: 1c.Switch off the machine at the generator on/off switch (B) 2c.Press the steam request button (3) on the steam gun (2) or, if using the iron, the steam request button (R) on the iron (Q) so as to fully exhaust the steam supply from the boiler. 3c.Switch OFF the accessory on/off switch (C). 4c.Disconnect the power supply cable (F) from the mains. 5c.Unscrew anti-clockwise the patented safety cap (A) 6c.Wait for a few minutes to allow the boiler to cool down. 7c.When cool, proceed to carefully refill the boiler as described in paragraph 1 of the section "Preparation for Use". 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