Salton SF-407 User manual

professional

steamer

Instruction Booklet

Model: SF-407

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be

followed including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the

appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool

before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the

appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return

appliance to Salton for examination, repair or adjustment. See Warranty.

7. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton may

cause hazards.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces.

10. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug into the wall outlet. To

disconnect, turn any control to Off, then remove plug from wall outlet.

11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing

hot liquids

13. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.

14. Do not leave unit unattended while in use.

15. Avoid contact with hot parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing away from

these parts to prevent risk of injury to persons and or burns that could occur.

16. Do not operate Steamer without properly filling the Water Container.

17. Always keep the Hose and Nozzle elevated above the Water Container.

Do not lay the Hose on the floor.

18. Burns can occur by touching hot parts, hot water or steam.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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GROUNDED PLUG

To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug. (2 blades

and 1 pin) If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical outlet contact a qualified

electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way or use an adaptor.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Carefully inspect the packing material as some parts are shipped inside the

Styrofoam packaging. Please check the Description of Parts below to be sure

that you have all the parts before destroying the packaging.

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

1. Pole Top

a) Steam Nozzle Holder

b) Clothes Hanger Hook

2. Telescopic Pole

3. Steam Nozzle

4. Handle

5. Hose

6. Water Tank

7. Water Reservoir

8. Lighted On/Off Switch

9. Casters

10. Drain Plug

11. Hose Base

12. Pole Base

13. Fabric Brush

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1. The Pole Top (1) is comprised of the Steam Nozzle Holder (1a) and the Clothes

Hanger Hook (1b). The Steam Nozzle Holder provides a safe and convenient

place to hang the Steam Nozzle. The Clothes Hanger Hook allows you to

steam garments that are hanging from a clean, rust-free hanger.

2. The Telescopie Pole (2) connects the Pole Top to the steamer and provides

quick, compact storage of the unit.

3. The Steam Nozzle (3) spreads the steam over a wide area providing hot,

penetrating steam.

4. The Handle (4) is permanently attached to the Steam Nozzle. It is

designed to stay relatively cool and is safe to grasp. Use the Handle

to safely direct the steam onto the desired fabric.

5. The Hose (5) directs the steam from the boiler to the Handle and Steam Nozzle.

6. The Water Tank (6) is filled through the removable Valve Cap (see figure

10) located on its bottom of the Water Tank. Once filled, it is placed on

the Water Reservoir (7).

7. The Lighted On/Off Switch (8) provides a visual indication that the

Steamer is in use.

8. 4 Easy Roll Casters (9) allow for ease of movement.

9. The Drain Plug (10) is located on the side of the unit for convenient

drainage of the Water Reservoir.

10. The Hose Base (11) is a threaded plastic pipe to attach the Hose

to the Steamer.

11. The Pole Base (12) ensures a stable mount for the Telescopic Pole.

12. The Fabric Brush (13) attaches to the Steam Nozzle and can be used

to gently brush fabric with a nap such as corduroy or velvet.

13. The Power Cord (not shown) plugs into a standard three-prong outlet.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Assembling and Mounting the Telescopic Pole

The Telescopic Pole is made up of 4 sections.

TOP (Section 1)

MIDDLE-TOP (Section 2)

MIDDLE-BOTTOM (Section 3)

BOTTOM (Section 4)

Sections 1, 2 and 3 are adjustable in length. By using the three extension

locks, these sections may be expanded or collapsed in order to achieve the

desired length. See the ‘Adjusting the Telescopic Pole’ section below.

Adjusting the Telescopic Pole

1. Release the extension lock directly below Section 1 by swinging the

hinge outward as shown. Section 1 can now be extended or retracted.

2. Close the hinge.

3. Repeat the same steps for Sections 2 and 3 of the Telescopic Pole.

NOTE: It is recommended to extend the Telescopic Pole to its full height

during steamer operation so there is a free flow of steam through the Hose.

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Connecting the Telescopic Pole

1. Connect the Pole Top by sliding it onto the top of the Telescopic Pole.

NOTE: The Pole Top must align correctly with the 2 grooves that run the

length of the Pole.

2. Line up the grooves of the Bottom section of the Telescopic Pole with the

2 tabs inside the Pole Base hole.

3. Tighten coupling by turning it in a clockwise direction until tight

Fabric Brush Attachment

The Fabric Brush attachment is used in conjunction with the Steam Nozzle.

To attach this accessory:

1. Turn the Steamer off and wait until steam is no longer emitted from the

Steam Nozzle. CAUTION: To avoid burns, do not try to install the Fabric

Brush while steam is coming out of the Steam Nozzle.

2. Align the pegs along the back of the Fabric Brush with the holes on

the Steam Nozzle.

3. Push the brush firmly in place.

HOW TO USE

Filling the Water Tank

1. Unplug the Power Cord and turn the Lighted

On/Off Switch to the ‘Off’ position.

2. Remove the Water Tank, turn it upside down and unscrew the

Valve Cap ( Ill. 7)

3. Fill the Water Tank with cool water and replace

the Valve Cap. NOTE: To prolong the life of your steamer, we

recommend using distilled or de-mineralized water. Do not

substitute another water tank for the one designed for this unit.

Ill. 7

Ill. 8

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4. Place the Water Tank on the Water Reservoir ( Ill. 8 ). You should hear

water flowing into the Water Reservoir for a short time.

CAUTION: Do not let the steamer operate with a dry Water Tank or damage

to the unit could result.

Starting the Steamer

1. Plug the Steamer into a properly grounded three pronged outlet.

2. Turn the Lighted On/Off Switch to ‘On’. Verify that the light on the switch

is illuminated.

3. Steam should start flowing from the Nozzle in approximately 45 seconds.

4. When finished using the Steamer, turn the Lighted On/Off Switch to the

‘Off’ position.

Pressing with Steam

1. To steam a garment, place it on a clean, rust-free clothes hanger and

place the hanger on the Clothes Hanger Hook. Caution: Be careful when

handling garments on the Clothes Hanger Hook. Pulling on the garment

with too much force may cause the unit to tip.

2. Grasp the Handle and place the Steam Nozzle at the bottom of the

garment. Steam will rise along the inside and outside of the fabric,

removing wrinkles. Slowly slide the nozzle vertically, from the bottom

to the top of the garment. Note: Do not allow kinks to form in the

hose at any time. Do not pull on the Hose with excessive force.

This will damage the Hose and may result in steam leaks.

3. Remove the Nozzle from the garment and smooth the fabric with

your free hand.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as necessary until the fabric is wrinkle free.

5. Curtains and draperies can be steamed while hanging.

6. To remove wrinkles from towels, handkerchiefs and napkins, drape

them over a rod or towel rack and gently steam.

7. Heavier fabrics may require repeated steaming.

8. To remove stubborn wrinkles, steam both sides of the fabric.

9. The Fabric Brush may also be used to remove tough wrinkles.

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CLEANING AND STORAGE

Quick Storage

1. Turn the Lighted On/Off Switch to ‘Off’.

2. Unplug the Power Cord.

3. Wrap the Hose around the Telescopic Pole one time.

4. Hang the Steam Nozzle from the Steam Nozzle Holder.

5. Loosen the two ridged knobs on the Telescopic Pole by turning them

counter-clockwise.

6. Push down on the Pole Top and the pole will collapse to a compact height.

7. Roll the unit to a convenient storage location.

Long Term Storage

We recommend you follow this procedure at least once per week. Use of

distilled or de-mineralized water reduces the need for cleaning and prolongs

the life of your steamer.

1. Turn the Lighted On/Off Switch to ‘Off’.

2. Unplug the unit from the power outlet.

3. Wait for the unit to cool completely (at least 30 minutes).

4. Remove the Hose and the Telescopic Pole and set them aside.

5. Carry the unit to a sink or tub.

6. Remove and drain the Water Tank. Rinse the Water Tank with fresh water

and drain completely.

7. Drain the Steamer by removing the Drain Plug and emptying the contents

into the sink or tub. Tilt the unit towards the Drain Plug to facilitate

removal of the water.

8. Flush the unit by filling the Water Reservoir and the Hose Base with fresh

water and draining completely. Replace the Drain Plug.

9. Place the Water Tank back on the Water Reservoir.

10. Reattach the Telescopic Pole and Hose.

11. Follow steps 3- 7 of the Quick Storage procedure above.

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Removing Mineral Build-Up

Mineral build-up is caused by a high mineral content in many municipal water

supplies. Mineral residue inside of the internal pipes and heater can cause

intermittent steaming or, in some cases, no steaming at all.

NOTE: To reduce of eliminate the occurrence of mineral build-up, we recommend

the use of de-mineralized or distilled water in the unit.

The procedure below can be used to reduce mineral build-up. If you are

unable to use de-mineralized or distilled water, we recommend you follow

this procedure monthly.

1. Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the Hose and Pole from the unit.

3. Drain the Water Reservoir by following steps 1 – 7 of the Long Term

Storage procedure. Leave the Water Tank off the unit.

4. Mix a solution of 1 cup of vinegar and 1 cup of water.

5. Slowly pour the water-vinegar solution into the Hose Base connector.

6. If standing water-vinegar solution becomes visible in the Water

Reservoir’s inlet hole, continue to pour the solution into the Hose Base

until the Water Reservoir is about half-full.

7. If standing water-vinegar solution does not become visible in the Water

Reservoir’s inlet hole, continue pouring the solution into the Hose Base

until standing solution appears near the top of the Hose Base. Pour

additional solution into the Water Reservoir until it is about half full.

8. Allow to stand for 40 minutes.

9. Drain the solution out of the Water Reservoir by removing the Drain Plug

and allowing the liquid to drain into a sink or tub.

10. Drain the solution out of the Hose Base by tilting the unit over a sink or

tub and pouring the water out of the Hose Base.

11. Pour clean water in the Hose Base and Water Reservoir inlet and drain.

Repeat this step until the vinegar odour dissipates.

12. Reassemble the unit and operate normally.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

The unit fails to steam

or the light on the

On/Off Switch does not

illuminate.

Indicator light is illumi-

nated but the Steamer

fails to steam.

Water drips from Nozzle

Excessive gurgling of

Hose and Steam Nozzle

Steam is intermittent

Cause

The steamer is not

plugged in or the

household circuit

breaker is tripped or

the fuse in blown.

Mineral build-up in the

unit or the Water Tank is

empty.

Condensation in Hose

Mineral build-up in

the unit.

Solution

Plug into the electrical

outlet, reset the circuit

breaker or replace the

fuse. If you need assis-

tance contact a qualified

electrician.

Follow the ‘Removing

the Mineral Build-up’

procedure in the Care

and Cleaning section or

refill the Water Tank

Extend the Hose vertically

and allow water to drain

back to Water Reservoir.

Some gurgling is a natural

effect of the steaming

process. For excessive

gurgling extend the

Hose vertically to allow

water to drain back into

the Water Reservoir.

It is normal for the unit

to periodically stop

steaming for a few

seconds. If the steam

stays off for longer

periods, follow the

Removing Mineral

Build-up procedure in

the Care and Cleaning

section.

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