Application examples
The Vaporex is a very versatile cleaner, which if used
properly, will enable you to carry out a wide range of
cleaning tasks more quickly and efficiently.
• High-temperature steam can greatly facilitate the
removal of household dirt from smooth surfaces,
such as working surfaces, cooking utensils and tiles.
Use the Vaporex to break up and remove congealed
food particles, chewing gum, grease, mould, soap
marks, loose and solid dirt from all surfaces in the
home, without the use of any chemical solvents. Also
suitable for brightening up curtains and clothing.
• Steam removes dirt from windows and mirrors, com-
pletely without chemical glass-cleaners, which can
often leave smears.
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Application examples
Window attachment – Push the window attachment onto
the rectangular steam nozzle until you hear it click into
place. You can now fit the window attachment to the
concentration nozzle by pushing it into place, and remove
it by pulling it off after the work has been completed.
WARNING:
Remove the plug from the socket before fitting or chang-
ing accessories. The accessories will become hot during
use – allow them to cool down before replacement.
RECOMMENDATION:
Perfect for cleaning windows, mirrors, ceramic tiles and
surfaces and other non-porous, smooth surfaces.
Apply the steam evenly to the glass surface from a dis-
tance of about 20 cm. Then switch the steam off and
wipe the moisture off the glass from top to bottom in
strips using the rubber squeegee. Wipe the rubber
squeegee and the lower edge of the window dry after
every strip.
WARNING:
Glass surfaces can be shattered by the sudden applica-
tion of excessive heat. Before cleaning such glass sur-
faces with the steam-cleaner, warm them up by apply-
ing steam to the surface from a distance of 20-25 cm.
Continue by applying steam from a distance of 10-15
cm.
After use
Switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the
socket. Wait until the cleaner has cooled down completely.
Empty the water tank. Allow the inside of the water tank
to dry out before replacing the cover. Store the Vaporex
in a dry area safely out of the reach of children.
WARNING:
Before opening the tank cover to empty the tank, release
the steam pressure by pressing the steam switch on the
steam gun, or allow the cleaner to cool down completely.
Rinsing out the water tank
To clean the water tank, we recommend that you fill it
with water and shake vigorously. This will release any
limescale deposits that have collected on the bottom of
the tank. Pour the water out while holding the cleaner
upside down to rinse out any limescale deposits.
In areas with a water hardness of more than 1.8 mmol/l
(corresponding tot 10° dH), the tank should be rinsed
out at least after every 5th filling. You can find out the
hardness of the water in your area from your local water
supplier.
Descaling
RECOMMENDATION:
In order to prolong the working life of the cleaner, you
should descale the steam tank about every 6 months.
Switch the cleaner off, remove the plug from the socket
and empty the remaining water as described above.
Fill the tank with 1 l of warm water at about 50°C and
add 1 or 2 descaling tablets to the tank. Leave the tablets
to work for about 30 minutes, and then empty the tank
of the water and limescale deposits. This procedure can
be repeated if required.
Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance work on the cleaner must only
be carried out when the plug has been removed from
the socket.
Allow the cleaner to cool down completely before put-
ting it away or carrying out any cleaning.
Clean the steam-cleaner and accessories only with a
slightly damp cloth.
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Operation and function
