VAPORETTO LEADER - Steam cleaner POLTI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VAPORETTO LEADER POLTI

1 Patented safety cap 2 Power cable 2 A Power cable plug 3 On/off switch 4 Accessories switch 4 A Steam pressure warning lamp 5 Monobloc socket 5 A Location for connection of monobloc plug 6 Cover for power cable compartment 6 A Power cable compartment 7 Carrying handle 7 A Steam adjustment knob 7 B No water audible indicator 7 C Pressure and temperature indicator 8 Wheels 9 Monobloc plug button 10 Monobloc plug 10 A Monobloc plug engagement pin 11 Flexible hose 12 Steam switch 13 Steam gun 14 Accessories lock button 15 Extension tube 16 Large brush body 17 Replaceable bristle plate 18 Cloth retaining clips

Small brush 120° accessory Little brush for 120° accessory Filler bottle Cotton cloths Glass cleaner 24 A Short squeegee 24 B Long squeegee

ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY

25 Long steam lance 26 Wallpaper stripper 27 Iron 27 A Steam button (illuminated) 27 B Temperature adjustment knob 28 Iron rest TECHNICAL DATA Supply 230V - 50 Hz Boiler resistance 1500 W (Optional) Iron resistance 750 W Boiler capacity 1,5 l. Weight 6,3 kg. Dimensions 31 x 27 x 46 Manufacturer reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specification. IMPORTANT! Before leaving the factory, all our products are subjected to rigorous testing. Your VAPORETTO LEADER already contains some water, so we recommend that you do not add any further water until all the steam is used up. ENGLISH GENERATOR FIG. A Fig. A - Fit the pivoting wheels. Fig. 1 - Put generator and accessories switches in the “off” position. Remove the patented safety cap by screwing anti-clockwise. Fig. 2 - Place the filler funnel in the aperture left by the tank. Do FIG. 2 not over-fill. Fig. 3 - Fully screw on the patented safety cap (clockwise). Fig. 4 - Connect the coupling on the central connector into the plugin connection on the generator, pressing lightly on the connector button, which will click up when connected. FIG. 1

REFILLING When the water has all been used the machine will indicate (on most models) by a buzzer or “water out” light. A safety thermostat prevents the empty generator from overheating. CARE! If refilling the generator tank whilst still warm, begin pouring slowly and in small quantities to avoid escapes of hot steam or “spitting” from the aperture. If you overfill or spill water around the aperture this escapes from underneath the unit. In very hard water areas, we recommend use of the Polti Water-filter.

ACCESSORIES The tools are easily connected to the central connector. Put the accessories on/off switch on the generator and the on/off switch on the steam gun to the “off” position. ENGLISH FIG. 6

OPERATING PRESSURE Carry on if control lamp comes on whilst cleaning. This is quite normal indicating that the system is maintaining its correct operating pressure. FIG. 5

Fig. 5 - Put the lock-on connector button on the tool or extension tube to “open”. Fig. 6 - Connect to the handgrip connection on the steam gun. Add a further extension tube if required. Fig. 7 - Add the tool (eg large brush) by putting its connector button to “open” and attaching. Lock on by pushing connector button across to “closed” position. Switch on the accessories on/off switch on the generator. After a few minutes the generator is then ready for use. Fig. 8 - Steam jet can be switched on and off by the switch on the steam gum handle. Always unplug the supply cable from the mains while changing accessories. Where your machine has the steam regulation feature, you can regulate the amount of steam as necessary according to application. FIG. 8

PROFESSIONAL IRONING STATION

(Optional extra) With generator containing water and ready for use (accessory switch on generator in “off” position). Fig. 9 - Connect the system plug on the iron into the connection on the generator for the central connector; Place iron soleplate down on the heatresistant stand. Fig. 10 - For Steam Ironing place the thermostat ring on the highest “steam” / “cotton/linen” position. Wait until the control-light on top of the iron goes out. The iron is then ready to use. ENGLISH

FIG. 10 Fig. 11 - Fig. 12 - The steam swit- FIG. 9 ch on top of the iron is your on/off control for the steam through the iron. When starting an ironing session, allow the first jets of steam to escape into an old cloth, until the steam begins to be emitted evenly. FIG. 12 If you wish to dry iron, position the FIG. 11 regulator to indicate the required fabric. Switch “on” the accessories on/off switch on the generator but switch “off” the generator on/off switch. Wait until the control light on top of the iron goes out, indicating the iron is ready for use. Since steam is not required for dry ironing, do not press the “steam on” switch on top of the iron. With the Polti professional steam iron you can even iron vertical objects (eg. curtains) while still hanging. For steaming or freshening up fabrics (curtains, suits, shirts, etc.) you can also use the steam gun on the central connector. IRONING Do not leave the iron unattended whilst connected to the mains. It is always advisable to allow the first jets of steam to go into an old cloth, to allow remaining condensation globules to escape. Iron only on surfaces which are not sensitive to heat and which steam can penetrate.

ACCESSORY TOOL AND USAGE HINTS

(Standard accessory pack varies with machine) WARNING Before cleaning cookers, fridges lamps or other electrical appliances we recommend you should always disconnect the appliance to be cleaned from the mains. STEAM GUN (ON/OFF HANDLE) If necessary wipe the surface cleaned with a cotton cloth after cleaning with steam gun. This helps to take up any reamining dampness, especially after close application. ENGLISH To regulate the steam temperature and cleaning power hold the gun nearer to or further from the surfaces as required. By adding one or more extension tubes you can also use the outlet of the extension tube as a steam gun to avoid over-reaching. Use the steam gun in any application; eg to get into hard-to-reach corners and crannies in living rooms or bathrooms, in the kitchen (eg cooker or fridge), car interiors, for softening of stains in fabrics, etc. GENERAL Apply the steam jet with great care especially on sensitive surfaces to avoid damage by the hot steam. Never hold your hand close to the steam, the steam is even effective in places which cannot be reached by normal cleaning methods. Even old deposits are released and removed. If you find strong smells given off by the dirt released, ventilate the room well whilst working. LARGE BRUSH Use this brush to clean all large surfaces. Stretch the cotton cloth lightly over the bristles using the clips provided on the brush head. Switch on the steam at the handgrip, and move the cloth-covered brush gently over the surfaces to be cleaned (including rugs and carpets). To clean hard surfaces you need only place the brush head inside a cloth without clipping on, if you wish. To clean heavily soiled surfaces, apply the brush with steam on first without a cloth to release the dirt, then proceed as above. With the large brush you can also clean large tiles, wall surfaces or other wall coverings, or preprepare badly soiled large glass surfaces. SMALL BRUSH Use this brush for surfaces similar to those mentioned for the large brush, but where the area to be covered is smaller. Always cover the brush head with at least one small cotton cloth (or our special sockettes). Dirty cloths can be washed in a washing machine or dishwasher, (however do not add softener).

CLEANING WITH BRUSHES

On sensitive surfaces (eg plastic or synthetics, varnished surfaces) always use at least one cotton cover (to avoid marking). ENGLISH WOOD SURFACES Too long or too strong an application of steam may loosen wax, furniture polish or dye from wood surfaces (eg furniture, doors, etc.). On such surfaces give only a short gentle application from a distance or play the steam into a cloth and then wipe surface with the cloth. FABRICS Before cleaning fabrics, always test first on a non-visible area. Apply steam in the non-visible area and leave to dry before inspecting for colour-change or texture-change.

120° NOZZLE WITH REMOVABLE CIRCULAR BRUSH

Use this tool to clean hard to reach corners, grooves and crannies (eg sanitaryware and piping, radiators, etc.) as well as resistant dirt deposits like grease and fat. The fine steam particles also release dirt deposits in ovens freezers and fridges as well as bathroom and toilet fittings. You clean and disinfect in one without chemicals. GLASS SURFACES Excessive temperature variations on a piece of glass can cause it to crack, especially where outside air temperature is exceptionally low. The whole glass surface should first be pre-warmed with the steam gun from a distance, so as to raise the temperature gradually and avoid tension in the glass. WINDOW SQUEEGEE Affix the small or large blade (deep side of blade downwards) according to the area to be cleaned. If necessary, add extension tube(s). Hold the steam jets on the tool up to the glass, then switch on the steam, and pull the squeegee blade down the glass surface. Heavily-soiled glass surfaces can be preprepared with the cloth-covered brushes. GENERAL HINTS The Polti-patented safety cap prevents the unit being opened whilst any pressure remains in the system. ENGLISH Always switch the generator off whilst filling or emptying. Any remaining pressure after cooling can be evacuated by switching accessories on/off switch to “on” till all remaining steam/pressure is evacuated. Always close the safety-cap by screwing to hand tight. Empty and swill out the generator tank with just normal tapwater once every 1-3 months according to water-hardness in your area. In this way you remove limescale deposits and maintain the system’s efficiency. After using the brushes allow to cool in free-standing position to avoid misshaping the bristles. The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for use of the system which is not in accordance with operating instructions.

CARE OF UNIT

Before cleaning or servicing the unit, ensure it is disconnected from the mains. Never empty the generator tank when the water inside is still hot.

POLTI ACCESSORIES AND SPARES

Central connector / steam gun Extension tubes Large brush Small brush Window squeegee 120° nozzle Long steam lance Wallpaper stripper tool Replacement bristles (large brush) Replacement bristles (small brush) Round circular brushes (for 120° nozzle) Large cloths Small cloths Filler funnel Professional pressing iron Water filter (container with replaceable filter for softening of especially hard water, distilled) Replacement filter WARRANTY Your Polti system bears a warranty against defective materials or workmanship giving 3 years cover from date of purchase in the case of the generator tank and 1 year on the rest of the system. This guarantee is valid for Great Britain and Ireland. Please register your purchase for warranty according to the card included with your new system. Damage due to unusual handling or operation of the machine or normal wear and tear is excepted. Consequential damage is also not covered by the warranty. In case of failure please return the machine to your dealer or to your nearest Polti Service Centre. NEDERLANDS