Care & Maintenance - Steamfast Sidekick SF-320 Manual Del Propietário

PROPER STORAGE
Preparing your Sidekick™ Steam Cleaner for storage is quick and simple. When you have finished
your steaming tasks, follow the steps listed below.
1. Turn Steam Control Dial counter-clockwise until it clicks into "off" position and unplug power
cord from electrical outlet.
2. Allow unit to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling).
3. Remove all accessories from unit.
4. Unscrew and remove Water Tank Cap. Drain any remaining water from Water Tank into a sink
or tub – this will help to minimize mineral build-up and prevent over-filling during your next use.
Loosely replace Water Tank cap.
NOTE: Do not overtighten Water Tank Cap when storing, as this may make it difficult to
remove during next use.
5. Loosely wrap power cord around unit and store Sidekick™ Steam Cleaner in a cool, dry location.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
A common maintenance need for steam appliances is the removal of build-up caused by high mineral
content in many municipal water supplies. The best way to minimize mineral build-up is to use
distilled or de-mineralized water during every use of your Sidekick™ Steam Cleaner.
If distilled or de-mineralized water is unavailable, regular tap water may be used. However, the resulting
mineral build-up may limit the effectiveness and reduce the overall life of your Sidekick™ Steam Cleaner.
To prevent this, it is recommended to de-mineralize the boiler after 30-40 uses using Steamfast Lemon Acid.
Steamfast Lemon Acid (A292-008R-) is available for purchase on www.steamfast.com. You may also
contact Consumer Service directly at [email protected] or 1-800-711-6617.
To remove mineral build-up:
1. Turn Steam Control Dial counter-clockwise until it clicks into "off" position and unplug power cord
from electrical outlet.
2. Allow unit to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling).
3. Remove all accessories from unit.
4. Unscrew and remove Water Tank Cap, and drain any remaining water from Water Tank into a sink or tub.
5. Mix one packet of Steamfast Lemon Acid in 8 oz (236 ml) of warm tap water, and stir solution until
dissolved. CAUTION: Only Steamfast Lemon Acid should be used in the Sidekick™ Steam
Cleaner. Pour solution into Water Tank, and replace Water Tank Cap.
6. Plug power cord into an electrical outlet and Turn Steam Control Dial clockwise until it clicks into "on"
position.
7. Once heated, press down Steam Trigger and slide Steam-Lock Switch forward. Allow unit to steam
until the Water Tank is emptied. CAUTION: Do not allow unit to continue running with an empty
Water Tank. Turn Steam Control Dial counter-clockwise until it clicks into "off" position and allow unit
to cool for a minimum of 10 minutes.
8. Remove Water Tank Cap and drain any remaining cleaning solution from Water Tank.
CAUTION: Leftover solution may still be hot.
9. Pour 8 oz (236 ml) of warm tap water into Water Tank and replace Water Tank Cap. Slowly shake
or move unit around to agitate water, then remove Water Tank Cap and drain water from Water Tank.
Replace Water Tank Cap.
10. When finished, unplug power cord from electrical outlet. Continue with normal storage procedure,
as outlined in Proper Storage section above.
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