After Use; Steam Cleaning; Maintenance And Cleaning; Protecting The Environment - Black & Decker FSM1610-XE Original Instructions Manual

General
Caution! Never use the steam mop without first attaching a
cleaning pad.
During use you can use the cable mamagement clip (10)
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to keep your cable out of the way of the work area..
Always vacuum or sweep the floor before using the steam
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mop.
The easiest way to use the machine is to tilt the handle to
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a 45˚ 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 (6) on the floor with the 'hook & loop'
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side facing up.
Raise the steam mop off the resting mat (7) and lightly
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press it down onto the cleaning pad (6).
Place the steam mop on the resting mat.
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Connect the steam mop to the mains.
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Turn the Smartselect
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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.
Pulling the handle (4) back will activate the steam pump.
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After a few seconds steam will start to come out of the
steam head.
It takes a few seconds for steam to enter the cleaning pad.
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The steam mop will now glide easily over the surface to be
sanitised/cleaned.
Push and pull the steam mop slowly across the floor to
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thoroughly steam clean each section.
Note: During use you may turn off the steam pump by return-
ing the handle to the upright position, this convenient feature
will allow you to place the steam mop on the resting mat for
a short time so that you may move items of furniture, then
continue cleaning without the need to switch the appliance off.
When you have finished using the steam mop, return the
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handle (4) to the upright position and turn it 'OFF', place it
on the resting mat (7) and wait until the steam mop cools
down. (approximately five minutes)
Caution! It is important to monitor the water level in the water
tank. To refill the water tank and continue to sanitise/clean,
return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the steam
mop 'OFF'. Unplug the unit from the electrical wall outlet,
remove and refill the water tank (3).
Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time. Always place the steam mop on
dial (2) to the required setting.
(Original instructions)
the resting mat (7) with the handle (4) in the upright position
when stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off
when not in use.
After use (Fig. H & I)
Return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the
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steam mop 'OFF',
Place the steam mop on the resting mat (7) and wait until
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the steam mop cools down. (approximately five minutes)
Unplug the steam mop from the electrical wall outlet.
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Empty the water tank (3).
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Remove the cleaning pad (6) and wash it ready for next
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use. (Take care to follow the wash care instructions
printed on the cleaning pad).
Wrap the supply cable around the cable tidy hooks (8 &
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9).
Note: The top cable tidy hook (9) rotates to easily release the
cable ready for next use.
Clip the supply cable onto itself using the cable tidy clip
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(17) close to the plug.
Place steam mop on the resting mat (7) for storage.
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Note: With the handle (4) in the upright position, the cable
neatly wrapped around the cable tidy hooks (8 & 9) and
secured with the cable tidy clip (17) your steam mop will stand
on its own for storage. Alternatively there is a hanging bracket
(18) built into the hand grip (19) which will allow your steam
mop to be hung from a suitable hook on the wall. Always
ensure that your wall hook is capable of supporting the weight
of the steam mop safely.

Maintenance and cleaning

Your Black & Decker corded appliance has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a minimum of main-
tenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper appliance care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning on
corded appliances switch off and unplug the appliance.
Wipe your appliance over using a soft damp cloth.
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For stubborn marks you can use a mild solution of soap
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and water to dampen your cloth.
Care of the cleaning pads
Wash care instructions - No fabric conditioner - Allow to dry
fully before re-use.
Caution! Follow the cleaning instructions printed on the label
of the cleaning pad.

Protecting the environment

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