Removing Mineral Buildup
One common problem with steamers is mineral buildup caused by the high mineral content in many municipal water supplies. Mineral residue inside of the internal pipes and heater can cause intermittent steaming or in severe cases no steaming at all.
The best way to avoid this is to use demineralized or distilled water in the unit. The procedure below can be used to clear mineral buildup. If you are unable to use
1. Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.
2.Unscrew and remove the hose from the hose connector on the top of the unit.
3.Remove the pole from the unit.
4.Remove the water tank from the main unit and drain any water in the unit.
5. Make a mixture of 50% vinegar and 50% water. In most cases 1 cup of this mixture will be sufficient.
6.Slowly pour the
a.If the internal piping is only partially blocked by mineral buildup, the water- vinegar mixture will soon start flowing out of the water intake hole. If this happens proceed to step 8.
b.If the internal piping is completely blocked, continue to pour the mixture into the hose connector till full.
7 . Pour the
8.Let stand for 40 minutes.
9.Drain the water using the drain plug.
10.Pour clean water though the hose base and water intake hole until the vinegar smell dissipates.
11. Reassemble the unit and operate normally.
If the procedure above does not return the unit to normal operation, the unit may need servicing.
