Hints For Optimum Use; Steam Cleaning - Black & Decker FSMH13E5 Manual

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Attaching the steam head (Fig. D)
Connect the steam mop body to the steam head (6) via
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the steam head connector (5), ensuring the connection
button (5a) clicks into place in the the opening (5b).
Attaching a cleaning pad (Fig. E)
Replacement cleaning pads are available from your
BLACK+DECKER dealer :- (cat no. FSMP20-XJ).
Place a cleaning pad (7) on the floor with the velcro 'loop'
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side facing up.
Lightly press the steam mop down onto the cleaning pad
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(7).
Caution: Always place your steam mop with the handle (9)
supported in the upright position when stationary and make
sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.
Removing a cleaning pad
Caution! Always wear suitable shoes when changing the
cleaning pad on your steam mop. Do not wear slippers or
open toed footwear.
Return the handle (9) to the upright position and turn the
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steam mop 'OFF'.
Wait until the steam mop cools down (approximately 5
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minutes).
Lift the steam mop away from the cleaning pad freeing it
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from the velcro fastening.
Caution! Always place your steam mop with the handle (9)
supported in the upright position when stationary and make
sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.
Using as a hand held unit
Disonnect the hand held unit from the steam head by
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pushing the connection button (5a) figure D.
Remove the handle (9) from the hand held unit by pushing
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the handle connector button (8) figure C.
Fitting accessories (Fig. F)
Fit the accessorie adaptor (13) into the main body of the
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unit ensuring the button (13a) clicks into the relevant
opening.
Attach the required accessorie to the accessorie adaptor
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(13) and twist clockwise to lock into place.
Filling the water tank (Fig. G)
Note! Fill the water tank with clean tap water.
Note! In areas of hard water, the use of de-ionised water is
recommended.
Open the water tank access tab (3).
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Fill the water tank (4) with water.
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Warning! Your water tank has a 380ml capacity. Do not over
fill the tank.
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(Original instructions)
Replace the water tank access tab.
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Note! Ensure the water tank access tab is firmly secured.
Note! Do not use chemical cleaners with your steam mop
water tank.
Use
Important! This unit will kill 99.9% of bacteria and germs
when used in accordance with the instructions in this manual
and with the micro fibre pad fitted and a continuous run time
of 90 seconds.
Switching on and off
To switch the appliance on, press the ON/Off button (1).
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It takes approximately 15 seconds for the steam mop to
heat up.
Press the steam operation button (2). This will operate the
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pump and the unit will begin to produce steam.
To stop steam generation, turn the steam operation button
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(2) to off. This will maintain power to the boiler for quicker
start up.
To switch the appliance off, press the ON/Off button (1).
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Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time.
Always place the steam mop with the handle (9) supported in
the upright position when stationary and make sure the steam
mop is turned off when not in use.
Caution! Always empty the steam mop after use.
Note! When first filled or after running dry, it can take up to 45
seconds for steam to be produced.

Hints for optimum use

General
Caution: Never use the steam mop without first attaching a
cleaning pad.
Always vacuum or sweep the floor before using the steam
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mop.
The easiest way to use the appliance is to tilt the handle
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to a 45º angle and clean slowly, covering a small area at a
time.
Do not use chemical cleaners with your steam mop. To
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remove stubborn stains from vinyl or linoleum floors, you
can pre-treat with a mild detergent and some water before
using the steam mop.

Steam Cleaning

Place a cleaning pad (7) on the floor with the velcro 'loop'
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side facing up.
Lightly press the steam mop down onto the cleaning pad
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(7).
Connect the steam mop to the mains.
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Press the ON/OFF button (1). It takes approximately 15
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seconds for the steam mop to heat up.