Refilling the water tank
If the water tank needs to be refilled during use, first
switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the
socket. Before opening the tank cover to refill the tank,
release the steam pressure by pressing the steam switch
on the steam gun, or allow the cleaner to cool down
completely.
The water tank can then be refilled as follows. Remove
the cover of the water tank by pressing it down and
turning it anti-clockwise. Fill the tank with 1.4 l of water
using the measuring beaker. Replace the cover and close
it tightly by turning in the clockwise direction.
DANGER:
Even after a cooling down period of 5 minutes, the
remaining water in the tank and the tank cover locking
screw will still be hot. Always take care when removing
the tank cover locking screw, since hot steam may be
emitted and the thread can still cause burns. The filler
opening of the cleaner must never be opened during use
(CONTAINER UNDER PRESSURE).
WARNING:
Never fill the tank with anything but cold water. The use
of any other fluids can be dangerous, and can lead to
damage of the heating element.
RECOMMENDATION:
The use of distilled water is recommended particularly
in areas with hard water, in order to prevent the build-
up of limescale. Otherwise, use boiled water in order to
prolong the working life of the cleaner.
Power indicator light / On/Off switch
When the water tank has been filled, insert the plug into
the socket. Switch the cleaner on by pressing the on/off
switch to On. The power indicator light (red) should then
come on, indicating that the cleaner is being supplied
with power.
Ready display
The steam readiness light (yellow) will come on. The oper-
ating temperature will be reached after about 11 min-
utes (steam readiness light (yellow) goes out). The
Vaporex is now ready for use.
WARNING:
In order to avoid injury, the steam should be switched
off during breaks or pauses during work by pressing the
on/off switch to Off.
If you leave the working area, please switch the cleaner
off, and remove the plug from the socket (by pulling
on the plug, and not on the power supply cable).
Steam gun
The cleaner is ready for use when the yellow steam readi-
ness light goes out. Ensure that the child safety lock on
the steam gun is off. When you now press the steam
switch, steam will be emitted from the nozzle. Direct the
steam gun at a cloth first, until the steam is emitted
evenly.
Now keep the steam switch pressed, and direct the steam
jet at the surface to be cleaned, removing the dirt by
moving the steam jet to and fro over the surface. The
steam jet will be stopped as soon as you release the
steam switch.
NOTE:
When the lock is pushed to the forward position, the
steam switch cannot be pressed. Push the lock to the
rear position to release the steam switch.
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Operation and function
• Acrylic, velvet and linen react very sensitively to
the temperature of steam.
• Do not use the cleaner of Dralon fabrics without
first having carried out a suitability test on a small,
inconspicuous area.
• The cleaner conforms to EU regulations on house-
hold electrical equipment.
DANGER:
Never direct the steam jet at other persons, animals,
electrical equipment or power connections (e.g. into a
refrigerator, oven pipes etc…).
DANGER:
Exposure to hot steam van cause scalding!
WARNING:
Before opening the tank cover to refill the tank, release
the steam pressure by pressing the steam switch on the
steam gun, or allow the cleaner to cool down completely.
WARNING:
Before cleaning surfaces and textiles, first check
whether these are suitable for steam cleaning. If you
are not sure, carry out a test first on an inconspicuous
area. Do not hold the steam jet concentrated for too
long on a single spot.
NOTE:
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or
injury to objects, materials, persons or animals as a result
of improper use of steam or improper use of the cleaner.
Please see the User Manual for recommendations.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:
The cleaner should be rendered inoperative at the end
of its useful working life. To do this, remove the plug
from the socket and then cut the power supply cable.
Then ensure that the cleaner is disposed of properly. You
can find out about collection times from your local waste
disposal department or from a waste collection point.
Starting up
Unpack the equipment
If you notice any transport damage when unpacking the
equipment, please notify your dealer immediately.
Operation and function
Over-heating protection
The Vaporex is equipped with protection against over-
heating. The cleaner will switch itself off automatically
on reaching a temperature of 180 °C, in order to pre-
vent over-heating. In this event, please remove the plug
from the socket immediately. Allow the cleaner to cool
down for 30 minutes before resuming work.
Filling the water tank
Always ensure that the plug of the Vaporex is removed
from the socket before filling or refilling the cleaner
with water. Remove the cover of the water tank by press-
ing it down and turning it anti-clockwise. Fill the tank
with 1.4 l of water using the measuring beaker. Replace
the cover and close it tightly by turning in the clockwise
direction. The water tank should be emptied after use.
Allow the inside of the water tank to dry out before
replacing the cover.
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