Safety CUT-OUT, Other Uses, Artex, Vinyl Floor Tiles

SAFETY CUT-OUT

If the unit should cut out when being used, this is because the safety thermal cut-out has operated. Wait 2 minutes and refill with water. The cut-out will automatically reset and you should have to wait between eight and fifteen minutes before steam is again produced.

The cut-out will not protect the element if a part filled unit is tilted during use in a way which enables part of the element to be out of the water for longer than 15-20 seconds.

OTHER USES

Artex®

Normally Artex can be removed using the same method as for wallpaper although the steaming time may be longer.

Vinyl Floor Tiles

Vinyl floor tiles can also be removed if the plate is left long enough for the heat to penetrate the adhesive. Once the adhesive is hot it softens and the tile can be peeled from the floor. Suction cap is to be removed if used for this operation.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My unit fails to boil?

The unit has probably not been left for long enough to cool, please refer to section on safety cut-out. Check the fuse in the plug is sound and is approved to BS1362 and rated at 13 amps. If using an extension lead, check that it is rated at 13 amps and it is fully unwound.

My unit leaks steam from the Pressure Release Valve?

The pressure release valve is a special low pressure valve and it must not be replaced by any other valve. Never block the safety

valve. Allow time to cool then clean the rubber washer on the valve and the seat in the neck of the box. Check the hose for kinks. Check the hole inside the steam plate for obstructions. If the hose is blocked NEVER force the safety valve closed.

The base of my unit is leaking water?

This is the residue water valve which releases a small amount of water collected by the vacuum on the steam plate when working on the ceiling. This happens to ensure the safe running of the unit. A maximum of 45ml of water will be expelled from this in 78 minutes. Please protect all carpets and flooring with dust sheets during operation.

The steam plate is not sticking to the wall?

Ensure you have switched the vacuum on and inserted the foam vacuum cup and filter into the steam plate as per the instructions on page 5 of this manual.

If you require further assistance please contact our Customer Care Line on:

Tel: 01483 454666

Fax: 01483 454548

Email: enquiries@earlex.co.uk

Opening hours: Monday-Friday 08.30-17.00 (excluding bank holidays)

Website: www.earlex.com

Information on the disposal of waste electrical & electronic equipment known as WEEE:

Your attention is brought to new directives applicable to the disposal of electrical or electronic equipment, where in accordance with the legislation this product must not be disposed of in your normal household waste. Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of this type of waste by handing it over to special designated collection points for recovery and recycling. This product is marked with a ‘wheelie bin’ symbol with a cross on it to remind you of this action. The objective of this directive is to help conserve resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste, please contact your local authority. Take back facilities are free of charge.