SC 1402 - Steam cleaner KARCHER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SC 1402 KARCHER

Dear Customer, ÂA Please read and comply with these instructions prior to the initial operation of your appliance. Retain these operating instructions for future refe- rence or for subsequent possessors. Proper use Only use the steam cleaner for private household applications. The unit is meant for steam cleaning and can be used with ap- propriate accessories as described in these operating instructions. Especially mind the safety instructions during use. Quick Reference 217 Description of the Appliance 3/17 Safety Instructions 18 Preparing the Appliance 20 Operation 21 How to use the accessories 23 Maintenance and Care 27 Troubleshooting 27 General Notes 28 Specifications 28 Quick Refe e > See page 2. 1 Fillthe water reservoir up to the "MAX" marking. 2 Insert the steam plug into the appliance connector. 3 Connect the accessories to the steam gun. Plug in the mains plug. 4 Turn on the appliance. The green and orange indicator lamps li- ght up. The water pump fills the steam boiler from the water reservoir. Before initial operation and after des- caling, the water reservoir will need to be filled twice. 5 Wait (for approximately 8 minutes) until the orange indicator lamp goes out. 6 The steam cleaner is ready to use. Description of the Appliance > See page 3. A1 Appliance connector with cover A2 Water reservoir A3 Switch - ON/OFF A4 Descaling key A5 Accessory compartment A6 Power cord AT Steam boiler seal A8 Handle A9 Funnel inlet B1 Indicator lamp (red) - lack of water steam boiler B2 Indicator lamp (green) - operative B3 Indicator lamp (orange) - heating C1 Steam gun C2 Unlocking button C3 Lock (child-proof lock) C4 Steam switch C5 Rotary knob - adjusting the steam quantity C6 Steam hose C7 Steam plug D1 Detail nozzle D2 Extension piece D3 Round brush D4 Power nozzle (red) E1 Manual nozzle E2 Terry cloth cover F1 Window nozzle G1 2 extension pieces G2 Unlocking button G3 Parking device H1 Floor nozzle H2 Retaining clip H3 Floor cleaning cloth K1* Steam iron K2 Indicator lamp - steam iron heating K3 Switch - steam ironing K4 Temperature controller K5 Steam plug *_ available as an optional accessory Symbols on the machine Steam CAUTION - Danger of scalding English 17

Safety Instructions Warnings and notes that are attached on the appliance provide important notes for safe operation. Apart from the notes contained herein the general safety provisions and rules for the prevention of accidents of the legislator must be observed. À Electrical connection Only connect the appliance to properly earthed sockets. The voltage indicated on the type plate must correspond to the voltage of the socket. In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms, connect the appliance to sockets with a series connected RCD adapter. If you are not sure, please contact an electrician. Never touch the mains plug and the socket with wet hands. Make sure that the power cord or exten- sion cables are not damaged by running over, pinching, dragging or similar. Pro- tect the power cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Only use a splashproof extension cable with a minimum section of 3x1 mm°. The connection between power cord and extension cable must not lie in water. Never use a damaged power cord or ex- tension cable! If the power cord is dama- ged it must be replaced with a special power cord available from the manufac- turer or his customer service. If couplings of the power cord or extensi- on cable are replaced the splash protec- tion and the mechanical tightness must be ensured. À Application Check the faultless condition of the ap- pliance and the accessories before using it. Otherwise, the appliance must not be used. Please check in particular the po- 18 English wer cord, the steam boiler seal, and the steam hose. The steam hose must not be damaged (risk of scalds). À damaged steam hose must be replaced immediately. You may only use a steam hose that is recommen- ded by the manufacturer (see spare parts list for the order number). Never fill solvents, solvent-containing li- quids or undiluted acids (e.g. detergents, benzene, paint thinner, and acetone) into the water reservoir as these sub- stances affect the materials used on the appliance. Itis not allowed to use the appliance in hazardous locations. lf the appliance is used in hazardous areas the correspon- ding safety provisions must be observed. The appliance must be used on a flat surface. The steam switch must not be locked du- ring the operation. Never touch the steam jet with your hands and never direct the steam jet to persons or animals (risk of scalds). Never use the appliance to clean objects containing hazardous substances (e.g. asbestos). The operator must use the appliance properly. He must consider the local con- ditions and must pay attention to third parties, in particular children, when wor- king with the appliance. This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with redu- ced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lacking experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or are instruc- ted by these persons on the use ofthe device. Children should be supervised, to ensure that they do not play with the device. Never leave the appliance unattended as long as it is in operation.

À Steam cleaning electric household appliances m f you use the appliance to clean electric household appliances (e.g. electric kit- chen ranges) these appliances must be off circuit (switch off the fuse). Before you use the appliances again make sure they have dried completely. Please ob- serve the notes of the appliance manu- facturers! # Do not use the steamer on electrical ap- pliancies such as lamps, hair driers, electric heaters, as the steam may cause an electrical defect. À Maintenance m Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and mainte- nance works. = The steam boiler seal may only be ope- ned to descale the appliance. m Never open the steam boiler seal if the appliance is hot or turned on. = Repair works may only be performed by the authorized customer service. À Storage M Caution: Never operate or store the ap- pliance in a horizontal position! M Protect the unit from rain. Do not store outside. Safety elements This steam cleaner is equipped with several safety devices that provide an all-round pro- tection of the appliance. The most important safety devices are described in the follo- Wing. Pressure controller The pressure controller keeps the boiler pressure during the operation as constant as possible. The heating is turned off if the ma- ximum operating pressure of 3.5 bar is rea- ched in the boiler and is reactivated in case of a pressure drop in the boiler due to steam tapping. Boiler thermostat If there is no water in the boiler the tempera- ture in the boiler rises. The boiler thermostat turns off the heating. The heating is preven- ted from being turned on again until the boi- ler has been filled. Safety thermostat If the boiler thermostat fails and the ap- pliance overheats, then the safety thermo- stat turns off the appliance. Please contact your local Kärcher customer service to arrange for the reset of the safety thermostat. Steam boiler seal The steam boiler seal acts as a pressure control valve at the same time. lt seals the boiler against the steam pressure that builds up in the boiler. If the pressure controller is defect and the steam pressure in the boiler rises above

5.7 bar, the steam boiler seal opens, and

steam is emitted through the lock to the out- side. Please contact your local Kärcher customer service before you put the appliance into operation again. English 19

Unpacking the Appliance When you unpack the system, check that everything is complete (see page 3). Ifthere are any missing parts or you detect any transport damage when unpacking, please inform your dealer immediately. OY The packaging materials are recyclable. Please do notthrow ee packaging in the domestic wa- ste but pass it on for recycling. Old units contain valuable re- cyclable materials. Batteries, oil and similar substances may

not be released into the envi- ronment. Therefore please dis- pose of old units through suitable collection systems. Storing the Accessories > Place the manual nozzle (E1) into the appropriate accessory compartment (see Fig. 1). Note: The detail nozzle (D1), the exten- sion piece (D2), the round brush (D3), and the power nozzle (D4) are already stored. Figure 1 > Hold the unlocking button down, and push the parking device (G3) on an ex- tension tube (G1) until it locks into place in the second aperture. The parking de- vice must lock into place when you re- lease the unlocking button (see Fig. 2). 20 English Figure 2 Put the floor nozzle (H1) on the extensi- on piece with the parking device. Insert the window nozzle (F1) on the se- cond extension piece. Put the extension pieces into the large accessory compartments (see Fig. 3). Figure 3 Putting Down the Accessories If you interrupt your work for a short period of time, the extension tube with the floor nozzle can be put into the parking position (see Figure 4). Figure 4

Attaching the Accessories > Tightly insert the steam plug (C7) intothe appliance connector (A1). The locks of the steam plug must lock into the cover of the appliance connector (see Figure 5). Figure 5 > Connect the required accessories (D1, E1, F1) with the steam gun (C1). Insert the open end of the accessory on the steam gun (C1) and push onto the steam gun until the unlocking button (C2) of the steam gun locks into place (see Fig. 6). Figure 6 > Use the extension pieces (G1) if neces- sary. To do so, connect one or both ex- tension pieces to the steam gun (C1) (see Fig. 7). Insert the required accesso- ries (D1, E1, F1, H1) on the free end of the extension piece. Figure 7 > The detail nozzle (D1) may also be used with the extension piece (D2), the round brush (D3), or the power nozzle (D4) (see Fig. 8). To do so, put the two grooves of the attachments on the locks of the detail nozzle and turn clockwise until the stop.

FT + Le) Figure 8 Removing the Accessories À DANGER Hot water may drip out of the accessory parts while you are detaching them! Never detach accessory parts while steam streams out - risk of scalds! > To detach the accessory parts, press the unlocking button (C2 or G2), and pull the items apart (see Figure 9).

Figure 9 > To detach an attachment from the detail nozzle, turn the attachment counter- clockwise and pull the parts apart. Filling the Water Reservoir You can remove the water reservoir to fill it or you can fill it directly on the appliance. Note: If you always use usual commercial distilled water it is not necessary to descale the boiler. CAUTION Do not use condensation water from the drier! Do not fill in detergents or other additi- ons! A) Remove the water reservoir > Pull out the water reservoir using the handle (A8). > Fill the water reservoir up to the "MAX" marking. > Insert the water reservoir and press downwards. English 21

B) Directly on the appliance > Pour water from a container into the fun- nel inlet (A9). Fill up to the "MAX" mar- king. Turning on the Appliance Note: Before initial operation and after des- caling the steam boiler must be filled with water. To this purpose, the water reservoir will need to be filed twice. > Insert the mains plug into a socket. > Press the switch (A3) to turn on the ap- pliance. The green (B2) and orange (B3) indicator lamps will light up. Note: If there is no or not enough water in the boiler, the pump starts and supp- lies water from the reservoir into the boi- ler. The filling process may take several minutes. > The orange indicator lamp (B3) goes out after approximately 8 minutes. The ap- pliance is ready for use. > Push the lock (C3) of the steam switch forward. Note: If you push the lock (C3) back- wards, the steam switch (C4) cannot be activated (child-proof lock). Activate the steam switch (C4). Always direct the steam gun (C1) at a se- parate piece of cloth until the steam is emitted evenly. Note: The heater ofthe steam cleaner is turned on in regular intervals during the operation of the appliance in order to maintain the pressure in the boiler at a constant level. When the heater is turned on, the orange indicator lamp (B3) lights up. Adjusting the Steam Quantity The steam quantity is adjusted using the ro- tary knob (C5) on the steam gun (C1). > If you turn the rotary knob forward: a higher steam quantity is emitted, > If you turn the rotary knob backward: a lower steam quantity is emitted.

22 English Refilling Water The water reservoir may be refilled at any time. Note: ff there is not enough water in the steam boiler the pump automatically supp- lies water from the water reservoir into the steam boiler. If the water reservoir is empty, the pump is not able to fill the steam boiler and the steam tapping is blocked. Indicator lamp (B1) - low-water blinks. > Fill the water reservoir. Note: The pump tries to fill the steam boiler in short intervals. ff the filling is successful, the steam tapping is re- leased immediately, and the red indica- tor lamp goes out. Turning Off the Appliance > Press the switch (A3) to turn off the ap- pliance. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket. Press the cover of the appliance connec- tor (A1) to the bottom and disconnect the steam plug (C7) from the appliance con- nector. > Empty the residual water from the water reservoir.

Storing the Appliance See page 20, "Storing the Accessories". Always make sure that the brushes are cold before storing them to avoid a defor- mation of the bristles.

How to Use the Accessories Important Application Instructions Cleaning of Textiles Before you use the steam cleaner for the cleaning of textiles, you should always test the resistance of the fabrics against steam by means of cleaning a hidden spot. Apply steam to the hidden spot, and then let it dry. Check whether the colour and shape of the area have changed. Cleaning of Coated or Lacquered Surfaces À WARNING Never direct the steam jet at glued edges as the edge band may loosen. Do not use the steam cleaner on wooden or parquetry floors that have not been sealed. Be careful when you clean kitchen and living room furniture, doors, parquetry, lacquered or plastic-coated surfaces! Upon a longer in- fluence of steam, wax, furniture polish, pla- stic coatings, or paint may come off, or stains may occur. Therefore, you should only clean such surfaces using a piece of cloth to which steam has been applied or very briefly using a double layer of cloth on the nozzle. Cleaning of Glass À WARNING Never direct the steam jet directly at the sea- led parts of the window around the window frame to prevent damages of the sealing. In case of low outside temperatures, especi- ally in the winter, warm up the window pane. Apply a small quantity of steam to the entire glass surface. Thus, you compensate tem- perature differences and avoid stresses in the glass surface. This is of importance be- cause glass surfaces that are heated un- evenly may crack. Steam gun (C1) You can use the steam gun without any ad- ditional accessories. Application: — _elimination of odours and creases from garments: Apply steam to the hanging garment from a distance of 10-20cm. —_ removing dust from plants: Respect a di- stance of 20-40 cm. —_ dusting with a damp cloth: Apply a small amount of steam to a cloth, and then use this cloth to wipe over the furniture. Detail nozzle (D1) The closer you hold the nozzle to the dirty spot, the higher the cleaning effect as tem- perature and pressure of the steam reach their maximum values immediately when they are emitted from the nozzle. Application: — fittings, drains — wash-basins, toilets — _blinds, radiators — _ Removing stains: Moisten stubborn lime- scale with vinegar, and allow to react for approximately 5 minutes. Extension piece (D2) The extension piece is attached to the detail nozzle. Application: — inaccessible gaps, joints, etc. Round brush (D3) Note: The round brush is not suited for the cleaning of delicate surfaces. The round brushis attached directly or using the extension piece (D2) on the detail nozzle. Application: — locations that are difficult to access, such as corners and joints — fittings, drains English 23

Power nozzle (D4) The power nozzle is attached directly or using the extension piece (D2) on the detail nozzle. The power nozzle increases the emission speed of the steam. Application: — removal of especially stubborn dirt — cleaning out corners, joints, etc. Manual nozzle (E1) Pull the terry cloth cover (E2) over the manu- al nozzle. Application: — small, washable surfaces, such as kit- chen surfaces made of plastic, tiled walls — windows, mirrors — furniture fabrics — vehicle interior, windscreens — _ bath-tubs Window nozzle (F1) Application: — windows — mirrors — glass surfaces on shower cubicles — other glass surfaces > Apply steam to the glass surface from a distance of approximately 20 cm until the surface is moistened evenly. Then push the lock (C3) to the rear to prevent an un- desired actuation of the steam switch (C4). Wipe the glass surface in straight li- nes from the top to the bottom using the rubber lip ofthe window nozzle. Wipe the rubber lip and the bottom edge of the window dry after each strip. > Before cleaning with the window nozzle, disolve fat residue using the manual nozzle (E1) and a terry cloth cover (E2). 24 English Floor nozzle (H1) Application: — all washable wall and floor coverings, e.g.: stone floors, tiles, and PVC floors. > Attach the floor cloth to the floor nozzle. 1 Fold the floor cloth the long way and pla- ce the floor nozzle on top of it. 2 Open holding clamps. 3 Place the cloth ends into the openings. 4 Close the holding clamps. Caution Do not insert fingers between the clamps. Figure 10 > To remove the cloth, press the retaining clips (H2), and pull out the cloth. > Turn and exchange the floorcloth in re- gular intervals. Thus, you improve the ability to pick up dirt. > Work slowly on very dirty surfaces to al- low the steam to act on the dirt for a lon- ger period of time. > Ifthere are residues of detergents or floor cleaning products (e.g. wax, liquid polish) on the surface to be cleaned, st- reaks may form during the cleaning. The- se streaks normally disappear after a repeated use of the steam cleaner. Steam iron (K1) (optional) Special accessory, see page 26 for the order number. > Firmly insert the steam plug (K5) into the appliance connector (A1). The locks of the steam plug must lock into the cover of the appliance connector. Steam ironing We recommend the use of the Kärcher iron- ing table with active steam extraction. This

ironing table has been especially designed to match your new unit. It facilitates and, thus, accelerates the ironing process sub- stantially. In any case, you should use an ironing table which is covered with a mesh- type underlay allowing the steam to pass through. > Al fabrics can be steam ironed. Adjust the temperature regulator (K4) of the steam iron within the notched range (°+/ MAX). Delicate imprints or fabrics should be ironed on the reverse or according to the manufacturer's specifications. For this, you can use our anti-stick sole plate (see optional accessories overview). > Once the indicator light on the steam iron (K2) has gone out, the steam iron is rea- dy for use. The sole plate must be hot to prevent the steam from condensing on the sole plate and dripping onto the gar- ment to be ironed. > Press the switch (K3) on the iron. Steam flows out on the sole plate. — Press the switch to the front: À steam burst is emitted while the switch is being pressed. — Press the switch to the back: The switch locks and steam is continuously emitted. To release, press the switch to the front. > Direct the first burst of steam at a sepa- rate piece of cloth until the steam is emit- ted evenly. > You can hold the iron in an upright position to apply steam to curtains, dresses, etc. Dry ironing > Adjust the temperature of the iron accor- ding to the garment you want to iron. + Man-made fiber + Wool ++ Linen Wallpaper remover (optional) Special accessory, see page 26 for the order number. You can use the wallpaper remover with the steam cleaner to remove paper wallpapers. > Place the entire surface of the wallpaper remover along the edge of a strip of wall- paper. Switch on the steam supply (C4) and allow the steam to act on the wallpa- per until it is completely soaked (approxi- mately 10 seconds). > Move the wallpaper remover to the next piece of wallpaper you want to remove. Hold the steam switch (C4) pressed whi- le you move the tool. Lift the soaked pie- ce of wallpaper using a flat trowel, and pull it off the wall. Move the wallpaper re- mover from strip to strip, and pull the wallpaper off in strips. > In case of woodchip wallpaper that has been painted several times, the steam may not be able to soak the wallpaper. Thus, we recommend to prepare the wallpaper using a spiked roller before steam is applied. Steam turbo-brush (optional) Special accessory, see page 26 forthe order number. The steam turbo-brush is rotated by the emitted steam and is ideally suited for the easy cleaning of extreme dirt at places in the kitchen and the bathroom that are difficult to access. Application: — cleaning of corners, joints — areas that are difficult to access Textile cleaning nozzle (optional) Special accessory, see page 26 forthe order number. Application: To freshen hanging textiles, such as jackets or curtains, by means of two functions: — _ Defleecing garment using the thread lifter. — Vaporizing and dewrinkling of textiles (also eliminates odours). If you activate the steam switch, steam is emitted. Direct the first burst of steam at a separate piece of cloth until the steam is emitted evenly. English 25

Special Accessories Overview Steam iron with special steel sole (order no. 2.884-503) Anti-stick sole plate (order no. 2.860-132) Professional steam iron with aluminium sole (order no. 2.884-504) Anti-stick sole plate (order no. 2.860-131) Ironing table with active steam extraction (order no. 6.906-002) For excellent ironing results with a substan- tial saving of time (only for 230 V) Wallpaper remover (order no. 2.863-062) Round brush kit (order no. 2.863-058) - 4 round brushes for the detail nozzle. Round brush kit with brass bristles (order no. 2.863-061) - 3 round brushes for the detail nozzle (for particularly stubborn dirt) Terry cloths (order no. 6.369-481) - 5 floorcloths Terry covers (order no. 6.370-990) - 5 covers Terry cloth kit (order no. 6.960-019) - 2 floorcloths, 3 covers Microfibre cloth kit (order no. 6.905-921) - 1 floorcloth, 1 cover with extremely high ab- sorbency and ability to pick up dirt Bio-descaler RM 511 (order no. 6.290-239) 3 x 100 g powder for the cleaning of the boi- ler. Round brush with scraper (order no. 2.863-140) Rubber lip for window nozzle (order no. 6.273-140) Textile cleaning nozzle (order no. 4.130-390) Steam turbo-brush (order no. 2.863-159) 26 English Mainte À DANGER Always disconnect the mains plug and allow the steam cleaner to cool down before per- forming any maintenance work. Descaling the Steam Boiler As limescale builds up on the boiler walls, we recommend to descale the boiler in the following intervals (RF=reservoir fillings): Degree of hardness | mmol/l | RF l soft 0-1.3 | 100 Il medium 1.3-2.5 | 90 Il hard 2.5-3.8 | 75 IV very hard >3.8] 50 Note: If you always use usual commercial distilled water it is not necessary to descale the boiler. > Disconnect the steam cleaner from the electrical network. > Remove the water reservoir. > Remove the accessories from the acces- sory compartments. > Open the steam boiler seal (A7) using the descaling key (A4).

- Figure T > Completely empty the steam boiler. Figure 12

À WARNING Only use products approved by Kärcher to exclude any damages of the appliance. > User the KÂRCHER decalcifier sticks (order no. 6.295-206) for decalcifying the water. Please follow the dosing instruc- tions on the packaging while using the decalcifying solution. À Caution Use caution when filing and emptying the steam cleaner. The descaling solution can have an aggressive effect on delicate surfaces. > Pour the descaling solution into the boi- ler and allow it to react for approximately 8 hours. À WARNING Do not screw the steam boiler seal (A7) on the appliance during the descaling. Do not use the steam cleaner as long as there is descaling agent in the boiler. > Empty the descaling solution after 8 hours. À small amount of the solution will remain in the boiler. Therefore, you should rinse the boiler two to three times with cold water to remove any residue of the descaler. > Close the steam boiler seal (A7) using the descaling key (A4). > After the refilling with fresh water (see page 21, “Filing the Water Reservoir“) the steam cleaner is ready for use again. Care of the Accessories Allow the accessory parts to dry completely before storing them. > Do not place the floor nozzle (H1), the manual nozzle (E1), and the round brush (D3) onto the bristles during the cooling and drying process to avoid a deformati- on of the bristles. Note: The floorcloth and the terry cloth cover have been pre-washed and can be used immediately for working with the steam cleaner. > You can wash dirty floorcloths and terry cloth covers in the washing machine at 60°C. Do not use a liquid softener as this would affect the ability of the cloths to pick up dirt. You may tumble dry the cloths. Often, failures have simple causes and you can do the troubleshooting yourself using the following overview. If you are in doubt or if the failure is not listed here please contact the authorized customer service. À Risk of electric shock! Repair works may only be performed by the authorized customer service. Long heating-up time Steam boiler is decalcified. > Descale the steam boiler. No steam Red low-water indicator lamp blinks No water in the water reservoir. > Fill the water reservoir. Red low-water indicator lamp lights up No water in the steam boiler. Overheating protection of the pump was triggered. > Turn off the appliance. > Fill the water reservoir. > Turn on the appliance. Steam switch cannot be pressed anymore Steam switch is secure with the lock / child- proof lock (C3). > Push the lock (C3) of the steam switch forward. English 27

General Notes Specifications Warranty The warranty terms published by our com- petent sales company are applicable in each country. We will remedy possible failures of the appliance free of charge within the war- ranty period if these failures are attributed to a material or manufacturing error. In case of warranty please contact your dealer or the next authorized customer service and sub- mit the accessories and the proof of purcha- se. No liability will be accepted if the appliance is incorrectly operated or if the in- structions for use are not complied with. Accessories and Spare Parts Only use accessories and spare parts which have been approved by the manufacturer. The exclusive use of original accessories and original spare parts ensures that the ap- pliance can be operated safely and trouble- free. Please see the last page for anillustration of the appliance with the order numbers of the individual components. 28 English Electrical connection Voltage Kind of current Voltage in the handle Performance data Heating output max. operating pressure adm. pressure Heating time per litre of water Max. steam quantity Dimensions Water reservoir capacity Boiler capacity Weight without accessories Width Length Height 220-240 V

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