Sharper Image S1570 - Manual (Page 20)

Always test-clean a small section of the stained area first. Most
cleaning agents will do damage to certain fabrics or dyes.
•For most fresh spills, remove as much liquid as possible, as quickly
as possible. Use the Steam Wizard vacuum to extract liquid from
the carpet or upholstery before preparing to steam clean.
•The exception to this is strong acids which should be flushed
with water if possible, and then neutralized by sprinkling bak-
ing soda or an ammonia solution onto the spill area. Acids are
dangerous and it may be hard to prevent some damage. Do
not vacuum acid or allow it to dry until it has been neutralized.
•Once most of the liquid is removed, there is less risk of a seri-
ous stain. Consider the best alternatives for removing the
remainder of the spill.
•Avoid mixing cleaning solutions or agents with anything other
than water. Some chemical combinations can be deadly to you
as well as to your carpet.
•Once you have removed the liquid from a spill, don’t add
water until you steam clean the area. Water will reactivate the
stain and soak it deeper into the fabric.
Stain Removal Tips
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