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Steaming Equipment Since 1940
Esteam
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and J-Series
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Worldwide Leader in Steaming Equipment Since 1940 Esteam ® and J-Series OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Congratulations and Thank You! Thank you for purchasing your Jiffy ® Steamer from the world’s leading manufacturer of steaming equipment since 1940. We strive to engineer and manufacture the very best steamer available backed by superior customer service. With proper maintenance and cleaning, your Jiffy ®...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Jiffy ® Steamer Safety Instructions When using your Jiffy ® Steamer, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions prior to usage. 2. To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents, check appliance before each use by holding it away from body and operating.
  • Page 4: How To Steam

    How to Steam As your drycleaner knows, steam is the gentlest, safest, most efficient method to remove wrinkles. Not only is steaming five times faster than ironing, it is guaranteed not to scorch even the most delicate materials and fabrics. Our steamers will remove wrinkles from clothing, drapery, tablecloths...virtually any fabric.
  • Page 5: Esteam Hand Held Steamer

    Esteam ® Features and Directions. Features Includes: • 3 times more powerful than any other hand-held steamer on the market • Largest water reservoir available • Wide mouth, easy-to-fill water tank • 600-watt heating element; automatic safety shut-off temporarily cuts unit off when Steam Cap it runs dry Owner’s...
  • Page 6 Esteam ® Parts Diagram...
  • Page 7 Should you ever need replacement parts for your Jiffy ® Steamer, you may purchase them separately. Use this handy diagram and parts list to identify any part you may need. Please include model and serial number when ordering. Jiffy Steamer List Key# Part # Part Description...
  • Page 8 Esteam Cleaning Instructions ® Once you begin to see calcium scale collect in the bottom of your ESTEAM ® hand steamer, it is time to use the Jiffy ® Steamer Liquid Cleaner. Please follow these instructions: 1. Pour 4 ounces of water in your ESTEAM ®...
  • Page 9 J-Series Rod Set Assembly 1. Screw all three (3) sections of the rod set together (hook, middle, and bottom sections). 2. Slide bottom section of rod (marked “A” on drawing) through the rod set nut (marked “B” on drawing) with the threads facing down.
  • Page 10 Jiffy ® J-1/J-2/J-200 Model Steamer FEATURES • Cast aluminum housing for durability (Models J-1 and J-2) • High impact polymer housing (Model J-200) • Lightweight, flexible hose - Models J-2/J-200 (J-1 series utilizes a brass hat nozzle) • Shatterproof water bottle •...
  • Page 11 Jiffy ® J-1/J-2/J-200 Model Steamer Directions 1. For J-2/J-200 models, attach hose firmly with included assembly wrench, which is magnetized and located on the bottom of the unit (figure #1). Assemble and attach hose hanger rod set. See page 9 for assembly instructions. For J-1 models, the brass hat nozzle should already be attached.
  • Page 12 Should you ever need replacement parts for your Jiffy ® Steamer, you may purchase them separately. Use this handy diagram and parts list to identify any part you may need. Please include model and serial number when ordering. Jiffy Steamer List Key# Part # Part Description...
  • Page 13 Bottom Plate Casters (Set of 4) $ 6.50 0010 Screws for Bottom Plate (4 Screws Total) $ 0.75 ACCESSORIES 1050 Jiffy Steamer Assembly Wrench $ 4.00 0274 Brass Hat Nozzle Attachment $ 13.00 0254 Metal Head/Wood Handle Hose Attachment Complete $ 70.00...
  • Page 14: Steamer

    Jiffy ® J-1/J-2/J-200 Wiring Diagram Caution: Insure that the power cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet before attempting to repair your Jiffy ® Steamer.
  • Page 15 Jiffy J-1/J-2/J-200 Wiring Instructions ® Please note switch terminal numbers 2, 3, 5 and 6 indicated on the enlarged switch diagram are marked on the actual switch. Jiffy ® Steamers manufactured before May 2000 are not marked with the terminal switch numbers, but the terminal blades are in the same location.
  • Page 16 Jiffy ® J-2000 Model Steamer FEATURES • Polymer outer housing unit for durability • Lightweight, flexible hose • Shatterproof water caddy • Safety wiring feature temporarily turns the unit off should it accidentally run dry • Comfortable, easy-to-grip handle • Removes wrinkles up to five times faster than conventional ironing •...
  • Page 17 Jiffy ® J-2000 Directions 1. Attach hose firmly with included assembly wrench, which is magnetized and located on the bottom of the unit. Assemble and attach hose hanger rod set. See page 9 for assembly instructions. 2. Invert water caddy filled with distilled or tap water, plug into proper voltage outlet, turn switch to lighted Figure 1 ON position and you will have steam within minutes.
  • Page 18 Jiffy ® J-2000 Parts Diagram Should you ever need replacement parts for your Jiffy ® Steamer, you may purchase them separately. Use this handy diagram and parts list to identify any part you may need. Please include model and serial number when ordering.
  • Page 19 Bottom Plate Casters (Set of 4) $ 6.50 0010 Screws for Bottom Plate (4 Screws Total) $ 0.75 ACCESSORIES 1050 Jiffy Steamer Assembly Wrench $ 4.00 Metal Head/Wood Handle Hose Attachment Complete $ 70.00 0254 0256 Metal Head / Wood Handle Only $ 37.50...
  • Page 20: Steamer

    Jiffy ® J-2000 Wiring Diagram Caution: Insure that the power cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet before attempting to repair your Jiffy ® Steamer.
  • Page 21 Jiffy ® J-2000 Wiring Instructions Please note switch terminal numbers 2, 3, 5 and 6 indicated on the enlarged switch diagram are marked on the actual switch. Jiffy ® Steamers manufactured before May 2000 are not marked with the terminal switch numbers, but the terminal blades are in the same location.
  • Page 22 Jiffy ® J-4000 Model Steamer FEATURES • Built-in, easy-to-read sight gauge also indicates sediment build-up • Cast aluminum housing unit for durability • Corrosion-proof stainless steel boiler tank--no water lines to become clogged with hard water deposits • Dual thermostats for preheat and steam settings. •...
  • Page 23 Jiffy ® J-4000 Directions 1. Attach hose firmly with included assembly wrench, which is magnetized and located on the bottom of the unit (figure #1). Assemble and attach hose hanger rod set (figure #2). See page 9 for assembly instructions. 2.
  • Page 24 Should you ever need replacement parts for your Jiffy ® Steamer, you may purchase them separately. Use this handy diagram and parts list to identify any part you may need. Please include model and serial number when ordering. Jiffy Steamer List Key# Part # Part Description...
  • Page 25 0017 Bottom Plate Screws (Set of 4) 0.75 0018 Bottom Plate Casters (Set of 4) 6.50 ACCESSORIES Jiffy Steamer Assembly Wrench 4.00 1050 Auto Hose Attachment with Dual Metal Heads $ 82.00 0259 0257 Carpet Hose Attachment with 12” wide Metal Head $ 75.00...
  • Page 26: Steamers

    Jiffy ® J-4000 Wiring Diagram Caution: Insure that the power cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet before attempting to repair your Jiffy ® Steamer.
  • Page 27 Jiffy ® J-4000 Wiring Instructions Please note, the switch terminal numbers and the switch terminal letters are marked on the actual switch. 1. Neutral wire #1 (white wire from the cord set bundle) attaches to “A” marked on the GE #ASR3282-05 rotary power switch. 2.
  • Page 28: Cleaning Instructions

    Jiffy ® J-1/J-2/J-200 /J-2000 Cleaning Instructions. 1. Remove hose from unit. Use caution as hose may be hot. 2. Run steamer for 5 minutes in normal operating mode. 3. Turn unit off and unplug from outlet. 4. Use a water hose to clean the hose attachment if blocked with sediment build-up.
  • Page 29 Jiffy J-4000 Cleaning Instructions ® 1. If sediment is visible in the sight gauge then it is recommended that you use our Jiffy ® Liquid Cleaner. 2. Remove hose from unit. 3. Use a water hose to clean the hose attachment if blocked with sediment build-up.
  • Page 30: Jiffy Steamer Maintenance

    Jiffy ® Steamer Maintenance Clean and rinse your steamer regularly: All steamers need to be cleaned and rinsed on occasion to remove mineral deposits. We recommend our Jiffy ® Steamer Liquid Cleaner for cleaning internal parts. Never use additives: Additives such as salt, perfumes and dyes should never be added to your steamer water.
  • Page 31 Other Jiffy Steamer Accessories ® Esteam ® Converter & Adapter Plugs Take your Esteam ® worldwide and use it at 100% power. Our converter contains a 25 amp triac semiconductor for stable power output, large aluminum heat-sink to dissipate heat and a UL listed, flame retarding, non-conductive material used in the outer housing.
  • Page 32: Jiffy Steamer Steam Head Configurations

    Jiffy ® Steamer Head Configurations Optional Steam Head Configurations Configuration #1 Standard Plastic Steam Head Available on the J-2 , J-2000 ® ® J-4000 ® and J-4000D ® Model steamers. Configuration #2 Metal Steam Head with Wooden Handle Available on the J-2M ®...
  • Page 33 Jiffy Steamer Plug Configurations ® Configuration #6 Hat Steam Nozzle Available on the J-1 ® , and J-4000H ® Model steamers. Configuration #7 Steam Cleaning Brush Head Available on the J-2B ® , J-2000B ® and J-4000B ® Model steamers. Jiffy ®...
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Jiffy ® Steamer Troubleshooting Esteam ® PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Steamer works poorly or The unit has sediment build-up and needs a thorough Use Jiffy ® Liquid Cleaner to clean off element. A cycles ON and OFF while cleaning. small brush may be needed to help scrub unit. steaming.
  • Page 35 Jiffy Steamer Troubleshooting ® J-3 / J-4 /J-4000 Model PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The red indicator light The heating element may be bad. Replace the heating element or control unit and remains ON for over 20 reseal the tank assembly with high temperature Control may be bad.
  • Page 36 Jiffy Steamer Matrix Chart...
  • Page 37 Use this helpful matrix chart to help you find the right Jiffy ® Steamer for your needs!
  • Page 38 ♦ Jiffy Steamer Matrix Chart Use this helpful ma Index A = upholstery C = carpet D = drapery DM = metal steam head for drapery H = hat Each J-4000 model features a M = metal steam clear, built-in sight gauge. It head with allows you to view the water wooden...
  • Page 39 Use this helpful matrix chart to help you find ♦ rix chart to help you find the right Jiffy Steamer for your needs! the right Jiffy Steamer for your needs! ® Available with metal steam head (J-4000DM) With 7.5 foot drapery hose &...
  • Page 40: Jiffy

    Jiffy ® Steamer PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Worldwide Leader in Steaming Equipment Since 1940...
  • Page 41: Jiffy

    Jiffy ® Steamer Warranty 1 Year Limited Product Warranty The Jiffy ® Steamer is precision built, tested and inspected before leaving our factory. It is guaranteed against defects in material or workmanship for one year from date of purchase. Cords are excluded. If any part proves to be defective, this product will be repaired free of charge.
  • Page 42: Jiffy Steamer Extended Warranty

    Jiffy ® Steamer Extended Warranty Extended Warranty Program As a part of our growing family of valuable customers, you shall enjoy the sense of security that comes with knowing the Jiffy ® Steamer product you purchased was built with precision, using the highest quality materials and workmanship available. This sense of security is reinforced by our standard one-year limited warranty coverage.

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Esteam j-1Esteam j-2Esteam j-200

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