Karcher SC 2-550 C EU - Manual (Page 18)

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Use the selector switch for the steam vol-
ume to regulate the discharged steam. The
selector switch has three positions:
 Set selector switch to the required
steam volume.
 While operating the steam switch, al-
ways direct the steam gun at a separate
piece of cloth until the steam is emitted
evenly.
 Press the OFF switch to turn off the ap-
pliance.
 Disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
 Empty the residual water from the water
reservoir.
Illustrations -
 Insert the round brush into a small hold-
er for accessories.
 Insert the manual nozzle and detail noz-
zle onto each extension pipe.
 Put the extension pipes into the large
accessory compartments.
 Hook the floor nozzle into the parking
position.
 Wrap the steam hose around the exten-
sion pipes and insert the steam pistol
into the floor nozzle.
 Stow away the mains cable in the ac-
cessory holder for the mains cable.
It is recommended to sweep or vacuum the
floor prior to using the steam cleaner. This
way, the floor is already cleared of dirt/
loose particles prior to the wet cleaning.
Prior to treatment with the steam cleaner,
always check the reaction of the textiles in
an inconspicuous location: Steam at first,
then let dry and then check for colour or
shape changes.
When cleaning painted or plastic-coated
surfaces, as found on kitchen and living
room furniture, doors, parquet; wax, furni-
ture polish, plastic surfaces or paint can
come loose or stains can be created. When
cleaning these surfaces, briefly steam a
cloth and wipe the surfaces with it.
Caution
Never direct the steam jet at glued edges
as the edge band may loosen. Do not use
the steam cleaner on unsealed wooden or
parquet floors.
In case of low outside temperatures, espe-
cially in the winter, warm up the window pane
by slightly steaming the entire glass surface.
This will prevent tensions on the surface
which might lead to glass breakage.
Then clean the window surface with the
hand nozzle and attachment. Use a squee-
gee to remove the water or wipe the surfac-
es dry.
Caution
Do not direct steam onto the sealed locations
of the window frame to prevent damage.
Adjusting the Steam Quantity
Maximum steam volume
Reduced steam volume
No steam - child protection
Note: In this lever position, the steam
lever cannot be used.
Turning Off the Appliance
Storing the Appliance
How to Use the Accessories
Important application instructions
Cleaning floor surfaces
Refreshing textiles
Cleaning of Coated or Lacquered
Surfaces
Cleaning of Glass
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