Let's Talk Safety - Vax S86-SF-A User Manual

Let's talk safety

This steam mop is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
WARNING: Danger of scalding
• Only use the steam mop indoors and keep the area you're
cleaning well lit
• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and
openings whilst using the steam mop
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance
Don't touch any hot areas/accessories on your steam mop
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It's normal for the steam mop and accessories to heat up
during use, always allow them to cool down before handling
Don't use the steam mop if it has been dropped, if there
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are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking, if it has been
immersed in water or left outdoors
Don't handle the plug or use the steam mop with wet hands
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Don't pull or carry this steam mop by the power cord
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Don't use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord
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around corners or sharp edges or close a door over
the power cord
Don't attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this
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may cause damage to the steam mop, remove blockages only
as instructed in this guide
Always make sure the concentration nozzle and accessories
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are securely connected to the handheld before use
Always fill the clean water tank with water only, never add
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perfume, stain remover or products containing alcohol. Filling
the clean water tank with hot or boiling water will damage the
machine and invalidate your guarantee
Always make sure tanks are fitted correctly before using
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the steam mop
Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly and ensure
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hard floor areas are free from grit and debris before
using the steam mop
Always carry the steam mop by the handle
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Always unplug the steam mop before carrying out
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any maintenance or when unattended
Turn off all controls on the steam mop before disconnecting or
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connecting the power cord, after use always wrap the power
cord around the cord clips provided
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE
Basic safety precautions
• Please refer to floor manufacture's care recommendations
before use, and test your flooring/carpet/rugs by running the
steam mop over a small hidden area, if no pile distortion or no
damage occurs continue cleaning. Not suitable for use on wax
polished floors or furniture, acrylic surfaces and synthetic,
velvet or steam/water sensitive materials
• This steam mop should not be used to clean electrical
appliances such as microwaves, oven, televisions and
electrical heating systems etc
• Only Vax recommended cloths and detergent should be used
with this steam mop. Using other detergents will invalidate
the guarantee
Don'ts
Don't unplug steam mop by pulling on the power cord or run
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over the power cord. If the power cord or plug is damaged
please contact out Customer Care Line on
0844 4128 455 (Mon-Fri 8.30am to 6.30pm,
Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm)
Don't aim the steam mop at people, animals, plants and
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electrical components such as interior of ovens or wires.
Never touch the floor head from a short distance (there is
a risk of scalding)
Don't use the steam mop with incorrect voltage as this
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may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage
is listed on the ratings label
Don't leave this steam mop unattended while it is connected
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to the supply mains
Do's
Take extra care when cleaning on stairs
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Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse
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Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces or
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near open flames
Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords,
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non-approved extension cords may overheat
Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord
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as it could be a trip hazard
Store the steam mop in a cool, dry area away from children
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Before storing the steam mop please ensure all water/
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detergents tanks and hard water filter are thoroughly
clean and dry
Keep the appliance out of reach of children when it is
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energised or cooling down