Nilfisk-Advance STEAMTEC 312 Operating Instructions Manual page 4

STEAMTEC 312
To prevent the cleaner from
being used inadvertently dur-
ing work breaks, switch off the
cleaner and pull out the mains
plug.
Allow the cleaner to cool down
completely before storing it or
opening the safety catch.
Store the cleaner in a dry place.
CAUTION!
Unsuitable extension cords can
represent a source of danger.
Always unwind cord from the
reels completely to prevent the
power cord overheating.
Extension cords are not recom-
mended, however if necessaray
refer to the following recom-
mendations:
Cord length m
up to 20 m
20 to 50 m
Do not damage the power cord
(e.g. by driving over it, pulling or
crushing it).
Disconnect the power cord by
grasping the plug only (do not
pull or tug the power cord).
Keep the power cord away from
hot surfaces.
CAUTION:
Never immerse the cleaner or
its parts in or under water or
other liquids. Risk of electric
shock.
The cleaner may only be con-
nected to a correctly installed
plug socket.
Switching on the cleaner may
cause voltage fl uctuations.
Voltage fl uctuations should
not occur if the impedance at
the transfer point is less than
0.15If in doubt ask your local
electricity supplier.
Observe the latest edition of the
IEC regulations.
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Maintenance and repair
CAUTION!
Always remove the plug from
the power supply before clean-
ing or carrying out maintenance
work on the cleaner.
Carry out only the maintenance
operations described in the
operating instructions. Use only
original Nilfi sk spare parts.
The power cord must not differ
from the version specifi ed by
the manufacturer and may only
be replaced by a repair service
centre authorised by the manu-
facturer.
Do not make technical modifi-
cations to the cleaner.
Please contact your local
Cross section
authorized Nilfi sk equipment
ø1.5mm² ø2.5mm²
distributor for all other mainte-
nance or repair needs!
ø2.5mm² ø4.0mm²
Accessories and spare parts
Use only the accessories sup-
plied with the cleaner or speci-
fied in the operating manual.
Use original Nilfisk-spare parts
only. The use of other parts can
adversely affect safety.
Recycling the steam cleaner
1. Unplug the cleaner and cut
Do not discard of electrical ap-
pliances with household waste.
As specified in European Direc-
tive 2002/96/EC on old electri-
cal and electronic appliances,
used electrical goods must
be collected separately and
recycled ecologically.
Contact your local authorities or
Make the old
cleaner unusable
immediately.
the power cord.
your nearest dealer for further
information.
Guarantee
Our general conditions of busi-
ness are applicable with regard
to the guarantee.
Subject to change as a result of
technical advances.
Tests and approvals
The cleaner has been approved
in accordance with IEC/EN
60335-2-54.
Purpose
This cleaner is for domestic use
only.
Only use the cleaner for the
cleaning jobs described in the
operating manual.
This cleaner is suitable for
cleaning heat and moisture re-
sistant surfaces.
Read the operating manuals for
the machines and equipment
that you clean as there may be
limitations stated by the manu-
facturer. Do not use the cleaner
for ovens, microwaves, deep
freezers, refrigerators and other
electrical equipment.
CAUTION:
In the case of heat and mois-
ture sensitive materials, make a
test on a concealed place first.
Begin with a low steam setting
and keep a minimum distance
of 6 cm. The high steam tem-
perature/quantity may dam-
age the object to be cleaned
(e.g. varnished parquet, wood,
wood ceilings, plaster, window
frames, surface-treated wood,
decorative beams, etc.).
Below we have listed some ex-
amples of applications: