SC 3 Deluxe EasyFix Premium - Steam cleaner Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SC 3 Deluxe EasyFix Premium Kärcher

Decalcification cartridge

Reduced steam volume

Indicator light (red) - replace decalcification car- tridge.

Maximum steam volume

Accessory storage area

Park bracket for floor nozzle 8 Carrying handle

Mains connection cable with mains plug

** Round brush (large)

Microfibre cover for manual nozzle

Extension tubes (2 x)

Hook and loop fastener

Microfibre floor cloth (1 x)

** Microfibre floor cloth (2 x) ** SC 3 Deluxe EasyFix Premuium Initial start-up ATTENTION Device damage due to calcification The decalcification cartridge only works properly if you adjust the device to the local water hardness before op- erating it for the first time. Set the device to the local water hardness. Set the device to the current water hardness before us- ing it in an area with a different water hardness (e.g. af- ter a move)

1. Insert the decalcification cartridge into the opening

and push it so that it is firmly in place. Illustration B

2. Set the water hardness, see chapter Setting the wa-

ter hardness. Installation Installing accessories

1. Push the open end of the accessory onto the steam

gun so that the unlocking button on the steam gun engages. Illustration C

2. Push the open end of the accessory onto the spot-

light nozzle. Illustration D

3. Connect the extension tubes to the steam gun.

a Push the 1st extension tube onto the steam gun so that the unlocking button on the steam gun en- gages. The connection pipe is connected. b Push the 2nd extension tube onto the 1st extension tube. The connection pipes are connected. Illustration E

4. Push the accessory and / or the floor nozzle onto the

free end of the extension tube. Illustration F The accessory is connected. Disconnecting accessories

1. Move the child lock back.

The steam lever is locked.

2. Push the unlocking button and pull the parts apart.

Illustration G Operation Filling water The water reservoir can be filled at any time. ATTENTION Damage to the device Unsuitable water can block the nozzles or damage the water level indicator. Do not use condensation from the clothes dryer for fill- ing. Do not use collected rain water for filling. Do not use cleaning agents or other additives (e.g. scents) for filling.

1. Fill the water reservoir with a maximum of 1 l of tap

water. Illustration HEnglish 13 Switching on the device ATTENTION Device damage due to incorrectly set water hard- ness The decalcification cartridge only works properly if the device is adjusted to the local water hardness. The de- vice may calcify if the water hardness is set incorrectly. Adjust the device to the local water hardness before first operation, see chapter Setting the water hardness. Note When steaming for the first time after removing and re- inserting the decalcification cartridge, the steam jet may be weak or irregular, and individual drops of water may be expelled. The device requires a short running-in pe- riod in which the decalcification cartridge fills with water. The steam volume that is expelled increases constantly until the maximum steam volume has been reached af- ter approx. 30 seconds.

1. Place the device on a firm surface.

2. Connect the mains plug into a socket.

3. Press the On/Off switch.

4. The LED strip is in fading red.

5. The LED strip lights up in a constant green after ap-

prox.30 seconds.The device is ready for use. Illustration J Regulating the steam volume The expelled steam volume is regulated by pressing the steam volume button. Two different steam volume but- tons are available: Illustration K Note The maximum steam volume is always selected when the device is switched on.

1. Press the steam lever after setting the steam vol-

2. Before starting cleaning, point the steam gun at a

cloth until steam is expelled evenly. Topping up the water If there is a water shortage, the LED strip rapidly flashes red. For constant steam output, the water has to be topped up through the cover of the decalcification cartridge. When topping up the water, the decalcification cartridge remains secured in the device. Note The device is equipped with dry-run protection for the pump. If the pump runs dry for a longer period, e.g. be- cause the decalcification cartridge is not correctly in- serted, the pump switches off and the red water shortage indicator light flashes. To be able to operate the device again, the device has to be switched off and back on again. In the process, you must make sure that the cartridge has been insert- ed correctly and there is enough water in the water res- ervoir.

1. Fill the water reservoir with a maximum of 1 l of tap

water through the cover of the decalcification car- tridge. The LED strip lights up in a constant green. Interrupting operation In order to save energy, we recommend that you switch off the device for breaks in operation of longer than 20 minutes.

1. Press the On/Off switch.

Switching off the device

1. Press the On/Off switch.

Illustration L The device has been switched off.

2. Press the steam lever until no more steam flows out.

Illustration M The steam boiler is depressurised.

3. Move the child lock back.

The steam lever is locked.

4. Remove the mains plug from the socket.

ATTENTION Device damage due to water putrefaction If the device is not put into operation for more than 2 months, the water in the reservoir may putrefy. Drain the water reservoir before breaks in operation.

5. Remove the decalcification cartridge from the de-

vice. Illustration N Storing the device

1. Hang the floor nozzle in the park bracket.

2. Connect the extension tubes to the large mounts for

3. Connect a manual nozzle and spotlight nozzle to

each extension tube.

4. Wrap the cable and place it in the accessory storage

5. Place the small round brush and power nozzle in the

accessory storage area.

6. Put the steam hose in the accessory storage area.

7. Store the device in a dry location that is protected

from frost. Important application instructions Cleaning the floor areas We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning it before using the appliance. In this way the floor will be cleared of dirt and loose particles before the wet clean- ing. Freshening up textiles Prior to using the appliance, always check the compati- bility of the textiles at a concealed point: Steam down the textile, allow it to dry and then check it for any change in colour or shape. Cleaning coated or painted surfaces ATTENTION Damaged surfaces Steam can loosen wax, furniture polish, plastic coatings or paint and edge band from edges. Maximum steam volume Reduced steam volume No steam - child lock Note In this position, the steam lever cannot be operated.14 English Do not direct the steam at glued laminated edges as the edge band may loosen. Do not use the appliance for cleaning unsealed wood or parquet floors. Do not use the appliance for cleaning painted or plastic coated surfaces such as kitchen or living room furniture, doors or parquet.

1. To clean these surfaces, steam a cloth briefly and

use it to wipe over the surfaces. Glass cleaner ATTENTION Glass breakages and damaged surfaces Steam can damage sealed points of the window frame and, at low outside temperatures, lead to tension on the surface of window panes and hence to glass breakages. Do not direct the steam at sealed points on the window frame. At low outside temperatures, heat up the window panes by gently steaming the full surface of the glass. Clean the window area with a manual nozzle and cover. To remove the water, use a squeegee or wipe the surfaces dry. How to use the Accessories Steam gun The steam gun can be used for the following applica- tions without accessories: ● For removing slight creases from the hanging cloth- ing items: Steam the clothing item from a distance of 10-20 cm. ● For wiping damp dust: Steam a cloth briefly and use it to wipe over the furniture. Spotlight nozzle The spotlight nozzle is suitable for cleaning areas, joins, fittings, drains, sinks, WCs, blinds or radiators that are difficult to access. The closer the spotlight nozzle is to the soiled area, the greater the cleaning efficiency will be as the temperature and steam volume are at their highest at the nozzle opening. Larger lime deposits can be treated before steam cleaning with a suitable deter- gent. Allow the detergent to soak in for approx. 5 minutes and then steam it off.

1. Slide the spotlight nozzle onto the steam gun.

Illustration C Round brush (small) The small round brush is used for cleaning stubborn dirt. Stubborn dirt can be removed more easily by brushing. ATTENTION Damaged surfaces The brush may scratch sensitive surfaces. It is not suitable for cleaning sensitive surfaces.

1. Fit the round brush to the spotlight nozzle.

Illustration D Round brush (large) The large round brush is suitable for cleaning large rounded surfaces, e.g. wash basin, shower tray, bath tub, kitchen sink. ATTENTION Damaged surfaces The brush may scratch sensitive surfaces. It is not suitable for cleaning sensitive surfaces.

1. Fit the large round brush to the spotlight nozzle.

Illustration D Power nozzle The power nozzle is used for cleaning dirt and for blow- ing down corners, on joints, etc.

1. Install the power nozzle onto the spotlight nozzle as

suitable for the round brush. Illustration D Crevice brush

1. The crevice brush is used for cleaning narrow gaps

e.g. window recess and cranks in the walls. Illustration D Manual nozzle The manual nozzle is used for cleaning small areas that can be washed down, shower cubicles and mirrors.

1. Push the manual nozzle onto the steam gun accord-

ing to the spotlight nozzle. Illustration C

2. Pull the cover over the manual nozzle.

Floor nozzle The floor nozzle is used for cleaning washable wall and floor coverings e.g. stone floors, tiles and PVC floors. ATTENTION Damage due to build-up of steam Heat and moisture can lead to damage. Check the heat resistance and steam effect on an in- conspicuous area using a minimal volume of steam pri- or to use. Note Detergent residue or care emulsions on the surface to be cleaned can lead to streaks during steam cleaning, which will disappear however once these have been used several times. We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning it before using the device. In this way the floor will be cleared of dirt and loose particles before the wet clean- ing commences. Work slowly on surfaces that are heav- ily soiled so that the steam has longer to take effect.

1. Connect the extension tubes with the steam gun.

2. Push the floor nozzle onto the extension tube.

3. Fasten the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle.

a Place the floor cleaning cloth with the hook and loop fastener strips pointing upwards on the floor. b Place the floor nozzle onto the floor cleaning cloth, applying slight pressure. Illustration Q The floor cleaning cloth will stick to the floor nozzle of its own accord due to the hook and loop fastener. Removing the floor cleaning cloth

1. Place one foot on the bottom corner of the floor

cleaning cloth and lift the floor nozzle up. Illustration Q Note Initially, the floor cleaning cloth's hook and loop fastener strip is very strong and cannot be removed from the floor nozzle easily. After the floor cleaning cloth has been used several times and washed, it is easier to re- move from the floor nozzle and it has reached the opti- mum adhesion. Parking the floor nozzle

1. Hang the floor nozzle in the park bracket during

breaks in work. Illustration OEnglish 15 Carpet glider The carpet glider is used for freshening up carpets. ATTENTION Beware of damaging the carpet glider and carpet Contamination on the carpet glider, as well as heat and moisture penetration, can result in the carpet being damaged. Prior to the application, also check the heat resistance and impact of steam on the carpet at an insignificant spot using as small an amount of steam as possible. Observe the cleaning instructions from the carpet man- ufacturer. Prior to using the carpet glider, make sure that the car- pet has been vacuumed and that stains have been re- moved. Prior to application and following operating pauses, re- move any possible water accumulation (condensate) in the appliance by means of evaporating the condensate into a drain (without floor cleaning cloth / with accesso- ries). Only use the carpet glider with a floor cleaning cloth on the floor nozzle. Steam clean with a weak steam stage when using the carpet glider. In order to prevent too much moistening and to avoid the risk of damage due to temperature effects, do not di- rect the steam continuously onto one spot (maximum 5 seconds). Do not use the carpet glider on deep-pile carpets. Fastening the carpet glider to the floor nozzle

1. For fastening the floor cleaning cloth to the floor

nozzle, please refer to chapter Floor nozzle. Illustration Q

2. Using a little force, allow the floor nozzle to slide into

the carpet glider and engage there. Illustration R

3. Start cleaning the carpet.

Removing the carpet glider from the floor nozzle 몇 CAUTION Beware of burns to your feet The carpet glider can heat up during the steaming pro- cess. Do not operate or remove the carpet glider bare-footed or using open sandals. Only operate or remove the carpet glider using suitable footwear.

1. Press the strap on the carpet glider downwards us-

2. Lift the floor nozzle upwards.

Illustration R Care and service Draining the water reservoir ATTENTION Device damage due to water putrefaction If the device is not put into operation for more than 2 months, the water in the reservoir may putrefy. Drain the water reservoir before breaks in operation.

1. Press the On/Off switch.

The device has been switched off.

2. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

3. Remove the accessories from the accessory hold-

4. Remove the decalcification cartridge from the de-

5. Drain the water reservoir.

Illustration S Replacing the decalcification cartridge ATTENTION Device damage and shortened service life If the replacement intervals (indicator light) for the de- calcification cartridge are not observed, there is a risk of device damage and the service life of the device may be shortened. Observe the replacement intervals (indicator light). Note The replacement intervals depends on the local water hardness. Areas with hard water (e.g. III/IV) have a higher replacement interval than areas with soft water (e.g. I/II). Indicator lamp at end of the run time The "decalcification cartridge indicator light " indicates when the decalcification cartridge has to be replaced: ● The indicator light flashes 2 hours before the run time expires. ● The indicator light flashes more quickly 1 hour be- fore the run time expires. ● Once the run time for the decalcification cartridge has expired, the indicator light and the LED strip light lights up in continuously red and the pump switches off automatically in order to prevent device damage. Inserting the decalcification cartridge ATTENTION Device damage There is a risk of damage to the device if the used de- calcification cartridge is re-used. Work carefully in order to prevent mixing up the cartridg- es. Note When steaming for the first time after removing and re- inserting the decalcification cartridge, the steam jet may be weak or irregular, and individual drops of water may be expelled. The device requires a short running-in pe- riod in which the decalcification cartridge fills with water. The steam volume that is expelled increases constantly until the maximum steam volume has been reached af- ter approx. 30 seconds.

1. Press the Off switch.

The device has been switched off.

2. Remove the decalcification cartridge.

3. Insert the new decalcification cartridge.

4. Press the On switch.

The device is switched on.

5. Press and hold the Maximum steam volume and

Reduced steam volume buttons at the same time until the "Replace decalcification cartridge" goes out. This means that the reset is complete.

6. Allow the device to heat up.

7. Press and hold the steam lever for approx. 30 sec-

onds to vent the decalcification cartridge. Setting the water hardness ATTENTION Device damage due to calcification Without a decalcification cartridge, the device may cal- cify if the water hardness is set incorrectly. Always work with a decalcification cartridge. Set the device to the local water hardness.16 English Set the device to the current water hardness before us- ing it in an area with a different water hardness (e.g. af- ter a move). Note Your water board or municipal utilities authority can pro- vide information on hardness of tap water. The water hardness setting is stored until a new setting (e.g. after a move) is made. The device is set to the highest water hardness (level IV) in the factory. The de- vice indicates the set water hardness with flash pulses. Water hardness levels and flash pulses Note The anti-calcification effect of the decalcification car- tridge is activated as soon as the device is filled with wa- ter and put into operation. Lime in the water is absorbed by the granulate in the decalcification cartridge. Addi- tional descaling is not required. Note The granulate in the cartridge can discolour on contact with water due to the mineral content in the water, which is no cause for concern and has no negative effects on the device, cleaning work or the functionality of the car- tridge. Note Do not pause for longer than 15 seconds when setting as the device will otherwise be set automatically to the last selected water hardness or the highest water hard- ness set during initial start-up.

1. Make sure that the device is switched off.

2. Press the ON/OFF button and hold it for 6 seconds.

and signals the current water hardness setting with the number of pulses.

4. Press the Reduced steam volume button repeatedly

to set the lower water hardness level.

5. Press the Maximum steam volume button repeated-

ly to set the higher water hardness level.

6. Release the Reduced/Maximum steam volume but-

ton. The flash pulse for the set water hardness is indicat- ed.

7. Repeat the process as necessary until the desired

water hardness level has been achieved. Note When the steam volume is pressed, the flash pulse for the water hardness level is not indicated.

8. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 4 seconds to

save the setting for the water hardness level. The decalcification cartridge indicator light lights up. Care of accessories (Accessories - depending on scope of delivery) Note The micro fibre cloths are not suitable for dryer. Note When washing the cloths, observe the instructions on the washing tag. Do not use any liquid softeners as this will affect the ability of the cloths to pick up dirt.

1. Wash the floor cleaning cloths and covers at a max.

temperature of 60 °C in the washing machine. Troubleshooting guide Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorised Customer Service. 몇 WARNING Risk of electric shock and burns Trying to eliminate faults while the appliance is connect- ed to the mains or has not yet cooled down is always dangerous. Remove the mains plug. Allow the appliance to cool down. The LED strip flashes red The dry-run protection for the pump is activated.

1. Switch the device off and back on again.

2. Make sure that the decalcification cartridge has

been inserted correctly and there is sufficient water in the reservoir. No water in the water reservoir.

1. Top up the water reservoir, see chapter Topping up

parking. Illustration O