Built for years of
care-free use,
Read These Instructions
completely
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before use.
MODEL SP-350
Series
Please read this manual before using
and keep for future reference.
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INTRODUCTION
®
Congratulations on your purchase of the Steam Fast
®
professional Steamer. You will find that the Steam Fast is
easy to use and extremely versatile.
Your new steamer provides professional results every time!
1. Holds over one half gallon of water
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enough for approximately
30 minutes of continuous operation.
2. Water container is removable and easy to fill.
3. Automatic shut off safety feature.
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4. Easy to use drain port.
5. Eliminates ironing by removing wrinkles.
6. Easy roll casters make unit highly portable.
7. Convenient hanger for hose.
8. Stores upright minimizing storage space requirements.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, always follow basic safety
precautions, including the following:
1 . Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put appliance in
water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
4. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use, before putting on or
taking off parts and before cleaning.
5. Avoid contact with hot parts. Keep hands, hair, and clothing away from
these parts to prevent risk of injury to persons and or burns that
could occur.
6. Use this product for its intended use only.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
A
damaged cord, plug or unit may result in fire, electrical shock
or injury.
8. Do not leave the steamer unattended.
9. Please allow the unit to cool before storage. The use of attachments
not recommended or sold for this appliance may cause fire, electric
shock or injury.
10. Always turn the switch to
unplugging the unit.
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off
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position before plugging in or
1 1 . Do not let cord touch hot surfaces.
12. Do not operate steamer without properly filling the water container.
13. Always keep the hose nozzle elevated above the water container.
Do not lay the hose on the floor.
14. Burns can occur by touching hot parts, hot water or steam.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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LEARNING ABOUT YOUR STEAMER
Please refer to the picture for each point
(1) The control HANDLE on the end of the hose sits just
before the nozzle. The HANDLE is designed to be
heat free and is safe to grasp. Use the HANDLE to
aim the direction of the steam released from the
nozzle.
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(2) The NOZZLE on the end of the handle is located on
the end of the steamer hose. Always sit the NOZZLE
end of the hose on the hanger rod when not in use.
Keep the NOZZLE pointed upward and steam will
rise. If you point the NOZZLE downward, water
may condense and drip.
(3) The ROD is designed to conveniently hang the hose
handle and also can support garments for steaming.
(4) The HOSE extends from the base of the unit. Do not
pull on the HOSE with extreme pressure or you may
cause damage and leakage of steam.
(5) The ON/OFF switch is located on the front of the base.
(6) The WATER CONTAINER is filled through a hole in
the bottom and should be placed in the reservoir on the
base. Avoid spilling excess water into the reservoir as
this could cause the steamer to expel water from the
nozzle. Do not try to substitute another water container
for the one designed for this u n i t .
(7)The WATER LEVEL can be seen visually in the water
container. Do not operate the steamer without water
in the WATER CONTAINER.
(8)The steamer BASE houses the reservoir and water
container. It also supports the hanger rod and hose.
(9)The CASTERS allow the unit to roll freely.
(10) The ELECTRICAL CORD plugs into a standard three-
prong plug. Use only three prong UL approved extension
cords with
a
minimum 20-ampere rating.
(11) The DRAIN PLUG is located on the side for
convenient drainage of the water reservoir.
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12) The dual hook hanger allows for convenient simultaneous hanging
of the nozzle and clothing.
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STEAMER ASSEMBLY
STEP
1
-ATTACHING THE ROD
A. Set the appliance on
a
steady surface.
B. The Rod is shipped in a collapsed position and
must be extended for use. Take the Rod and
loosen the Top Knurled Knob slightly by
rotating it counter-clockwise. Grab the Rod by
the Hook Mount and extend fully (about 18
inches). Tighten the Top Knurled Knob.
Similarly loosen the Bottom Knurled Knob and
extend the middle section of the Rod and
retighten.
C.
D. Loosen the Rod Base by turning it counter
clockwise several turns. Insert the bottom of the
Rod and press down firmly. Hand-tighten the
Rod Base by turning clockwise.
Place the Dual Hook Hanger over the Hook
Mount and hand-tighten with clockwise turns.
E.
STEP
2
-ATTACHING THE STEAMER HOSE
A. Screw the end of the steamer hose with the
knurled knob onto the threaded pipe on the
top of the steamer unit. (Caution: Do not use
excessive force in tightening the knob
)
B. Tighten by hand until it no longer turns.
C. Hang the nozzle from the large hook on the
Dual Hook Hanger.
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STEAMER OPERATION
STEP 1 - PREPARATION FOR USE
Set the unit on the floor and remove the water
A.
container.
B. Check the inside of the container the sediment. If
present rinse the container and following the
Removing Mineral Buildup procedure found later in
this manual.
Turn the container upside down and push the plunger
valve open and allow to close two or three times to
insure it is functioning smoothly.
C.
CAUTION: DO NOT PULL ON THE PLUNGER
VALVE OR YOU MAY ACCIDENTALLY REMOVE
IT AND THE WATER TANK WILL NOT FUNCTION
PROPERLY.
If the plunger is removed or falls out of the from the
valve cap assembly please refer to the Reassembling
The Water Tank Valve Cap procedure later in this
manual.
D.
STEP
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FILLING THE WATER CONTAINER
NOTE: USE OF DEMATERIALIZED OR DISTILLED
WATER IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Insure the unit is unplugged.
Remove the water container with the handle and turn
upside down.
A.
B.
C. Turn the water facet in you sink o n to
a
mild stream
D. While depressing the valve in the center of the base,
fill the tank with cool water through the opening.
NOTE: DO NOT FILL THE CONTAINER WITH HOT
WATER.
E.
Release the valve and install water tank o n the base.
STEP
3
-OPERATING THE STEAMER
A. Ensure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
B .
Plug the steamer cord into
a
normal electrical
outlet or approved extension cord.
C . Turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
D. The switch will light when electricity is connected.
E. Steam will be produced from the nozzle in a few
seconds.
CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW THE CONTAINER TO
BECOME DRY DURING OPERATION, AS THIS WILL
SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE STEAMER.
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PRESSING WITH STEAM
1 . Grasp the control handle with the
nozzle facing upward. Beginning at
the bottom of the fabric will allow the
s t e a m t o rise i n s i d e and o u t s i d e
removing wrinkles. Slowly move the
nozzle from the bottom to the top of
the fabric.
2. Remove the nozzle from the garment
and smooth the fabric with your free
hand.
NOTE:
a. Pressing will be easier if there are fewer
creases in the object to be steamed.
b. Shaking out the article prior to steaming
will avoid excess creasing.
c. For towels, handkerchiefs and napkins
peg drape them over a rod or steam
press them in place over towel racks.
d. Heavier fabrics may require repeated
steaming. Repeat steps
necessary.
1
AND
2
as
With practice you will gain speed and
You will soon learn which
efficiency.
fabrics will require multiple steam
applications.
IMPORTANCE NOTICE
Remove and drain the water container by depressing
the valve at the bottom of the container. (See drawing)
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Drain the unit by removing the drain plug
(located at the side of the main unit see
valve
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reservoir (main unit) to drain. Tipping the
unit in the direction of the drain plug to
remove any remaining water. Replace the
drain plug.
Using distilled water will eliminate a
residue build up usually found in tap water.
CLEANING AND STORING
1 . Turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position and unplug from the power
source.
2. Wait for the steamer to cool completely
for at least 30 m i n u t e s .
3. Remove and drain the water container.
Drain the unit by removing the drain
plug and allowing the contents of the
reservoir to drain. Tip the unit in the direction
of the drain plug to remove remaining
water. Replace the plug.
4. Remove the steamer hose and hanger rod.
5. Remove the Water Tank.
6. Remove excess water from the reservoir
by lifting the unit and pouring. Flush the
reservoir area with fresh water to clean
any residue from the water source.
7. Reattach the hose, hanger rod and water
container and store the unit.
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OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES
During operation the steamer hose may
gurgle.
a. This is a normal result of condensation
collecting inside the hose. Simply lift the
control handle upward until the hose is
extended to its full height.
b. The gurgling will disappear when the
excess moisture inside the hose has had a
chance to drain back into the base.
If the steamer stops producing steam
then starts again.
a. You may wish to examine the inside of
the reservoir. The most common reason
for this effect is the accumulation of
sediment from mineral laden water.
b. Clean the offending sediment from
inside the unit. first following the steps
for cooling and cleaning the unit as
presented previously.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING THE STEAMER
PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
Plug in to electrical outlet
Steamer not plugged in
Steamer fails to heat
check water container. add water
if empty.
Auto shut off engaged
Reset ON/OFF switch.
water level is low
Turn ON/OFF switch OFF and refill
water container
No steam
Condensation in hose
Water drips from nozzle
Hold the hose vertical and allow
water to drain back to tank
condensation in hose
sediment in container
Nozzle gurgles
Hold the hose vertical and allow
water to drain back to tank
Steam is intermittent
Follow the removing mineral
buildup procedure
Water tank
Valve leaks
Valv
is removed
e
plunger
Follow the
Water Tank Valve Cap
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Reassembling The
Procedure
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Note: Water chemicals and conditions will vary in different areas. To
insure continued operation of the steamer, never store without
cleaning and removing excess water from the reservoir and
water container.
The brush attachment can be used to
gently brush the nap of fabric such as
corduroy.
Do not use brush on delicate fabrics
such as silk or satin.
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Removing Mineral Buildup
One common problem with steamers is mineral buildup caused by the high
mineral content in many municipal water supplies. Mineral residue inside of the
internal pipes and heater can cause intermittent steaming or in severe cases no
steaming at all.
The best way to avoid this is to use demineralized or distilled water in the unit.
The procedure below can be used to clear mineral buildup. If you are unable to
use de-mineralized or distilled water we recommend you use this procedure
monthly to help avoid mineral buildup.
Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.
Unscrew and remove the hose from the hose connector on the top of the
1.
2.
unit.
Remove the pole from the unit.
Remove the water tank from the main unit and drain any water in the
unit.
3.
4.
Make
this mixture will be sufficient.
Slowly pour the water vinegar mixture into the hose connector.
a. If the internal piping is only partially blocked by mineral
buildup, the water vinegar mixture will soon start flowing out
a
mixture of 50% vinegar and 50% water. In most cases 1 cup of
5.
6.
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of the water intake hole. If this happens proceed to step 8.
b. If the internal piping is completely blocked, continue to pour
the mixture into the hose connector till full.
Pour the water-vinegar mixture into the water intake hole until full.
Let stand for 40 minutes.
Drain the water using the drain plug.
7.
8.
9.
10. Pour clean water though the hose base and water intake hole until the
vinegar smell dissipates.
11. Reassemble the unit and operate normally.
If the procedure above does not return the unit to normal operation, the unit may
need servicing.
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Reassembling The Water Tank Valve Cap
Disk
If the plunger becomes separated from the Valve Cap,
follow the following procedure.
A. Grab the Value Cap Assembly and rotate it counter
clockwise about 1/8th of a turn. Lift straight up t
remove the cap.
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The disk will most likely be found inside the water
container. Carefully drain the water from the container
and search for the disk.
B.
valve
C. Insure the spring is around the plunger.
D. Place the small end of the plunger through the center
hole of the cap.
E. Push the plunger through the central hole in the disk
until it pops into place.
Note: Be sure the disc is oriented as seen in the
bottom illustration.
F. Replace the Value Cap Assembly by aligning the
notches and rotating the cap 1/8 turn clockwise.
Fill the tank with water and check the operation of
valve by holding the tank by the handle and checking
for leaks.
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