STEAM CLEANING KIT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS: SC75
SC76
SC125
SC150
SC165
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
Thank you for purchasing an Earlex Steam Cleaning Kit. In order to obtain the
best results please read the instructions before commencing any work.
Please also make a special note of the safety rules.
EARLEX LTD. WILL ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT IF USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSES THAN THOSE DETAILED
HEREIN.
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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STEAM CLEANING KIT CONTENTS
Please note: Not all of the accessories shown in this instruction booklet are included in every steam cleaning
kit. To check the contents of your steam cleaning kit, please refer to the colour packaging (where supplied), cat-
alogue or store where the unit was purchased. If you are unsure about the contents of your steam cleaning kit,
please contact our helpline on 01483 454666.
Component List
Steam Boiler (not shown)
SC75
SC76
SC125
SC150
SC165
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D87
W82
B44
F64
ST118
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j
Mains Lead with Plug 3m (not shown) B17
Mains Lead with Plug 2m (not shown) C3P
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a
b
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d
e
f
g
h
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Floor Cleaner
AC254
Towel for Floor Cleaner
Window/Tile Cleaner
Jet Nozzle
Scraper for Jet Nozzle
Brush for Jet Nozzle
Universal Handle
3 lengths of Handle
3.6m Steam Hose
AC275
AC258
AC262
AC21
AC25
AC302
AC01
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ST94
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3.6m Steam Hose (SC75)(not shown) D14
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
(Not included in all kits)
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Large Plate for wallpaper stripping
Small Steam Plate
Upholstery Cleaner
Towel for Upholstery Cleaner
Sink Unblocker Tube (not shown)
Castors (SC150 and SC165 optional)
(not shown)
D39
ST165
AC250
AC276
NRL/.5
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c
b
F17
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d
f
ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORIES
The Universal Handle (AC302) is used in conjunction with the Floor Cleaner, Upholstery Cleaner, Window / Tile
Cleaner and Jet Nozzle. Align the outline triangle on the handle with the triangle on the accessory. Push the
handle into the accessory and twist so that the solid triangles on the handle and accessory are aligned (see
Diagram 1).
Over time, you may find that your steam cleaning accessories become awkward to assemble to the universal
handle. This is due to the steam reducing the lubrication properties of the ‘O’ ring seals. In this event, simply
lubricate the ‘O’ ring seals as illustrated (Diagram 2) using washing-up liquid or furniture polish.
The Long Handle Attachment (AC01) is designed to be used when cleaning floors or hard to reach areas. To
assemble, pass hose through each of the long handle sections, in at the small end out at the large end. Screw
the hose nut onto the universal handle and push the long handle sections together and onto the taper on the
universal handle (see Diagram 3). You can use one, two or three sections of the long handle. Disconnect in
reverse order. If you have any difficulty in disconnecting twist the handles apart.
Diagram 2 Seal Lubrication
Diagram 1 Assembling Handle
Diagram 3 Fitting Long Handle Attachment
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CASTORS (MODEL SC150 AND SC165 OPTIONAL)
The castors are packed separately. Turn the boiler upside down and insert the 3 castors. These should be
pushed in hard until they stop. Once installed these remain in place permanently.
FILLING
SC75 (see Fig.1)
Remove elbow filler cap and fill unit to Max. level indicator with clean - preferably hot water.
Ensure that the ‘O’ ring is seated correctly on the elbow filler cap and place elbow filler cap lugs into filler hole
with the tongue pointing to the TWO O’CLOCK position. Turn the elbow filler cap clockwise to the SIX O’CLOCK
position so that the tongue locks into place between the two teeth.
SC76, SC125 & SC165 (see Fig.2)
Remove filler cap and fill unit to Max. level line or indicator with clean - preferably hot water.
Replace filler cap.
SC150 (see Fig.3)
Remove filler cap and fill unit slowly until the float lifts up in the filler neck, with clean - preferably hot - water.
Replace filler cap.
Fig.1
Fig.2
Fig.3
SC150
SC75
SC76, SC125, SC165
Do not overfill the unit or hot water will be forced up the steam hose.
Screw hose onto threaded outlets of boiler and accessory, hand tight is sufficient.
Do not over tighten but do check for hand tight fit from time to time during use.
Connect mains lead from unit to power socket and switch on. It can take approx. 20 mins before steam is pro-
duced - depending on fill water quantity and temperature.
Do not leave unattended and keep children & pets out of the room.
Just before full steam production a small amount of bubbling and water will occur at the accessory. Beware of
hot water discharge prior to steam emission.
If the unit requires refilling, unplug and allow to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing filler cap - Beware
of steam - and re-filling. When finished, allow to cool completely and empty unit. Always store unit empty.
SAFETY CUT- OUT
A safety cut-out is fitted to prevent overheating of the element if water boils below the Min. level.
If unit stops boiling during use this may be the cause. Wait for 2 minutes before removing filler cap then re-fill
with water. The cut-out will self reset and steam be produced again within 20 minutes.
The cut-out will not protect the element if a part filled unit is tilted during use in a way which enables
part of the element to be out of the water for longer than 15-20 seconds.
CHANGING TOOLS
Never remove the hose or change tools when the unit is plugged in. Wait 2 minutes after unplugging before
changing tools. Screw the nut, which is on the end of the steam hose, onto the outlet of the tool - hand tight
only.
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FLOOR CLEANER
IMPORTANT
Some carpets have stain resistant treatments, which have varying active Iives before breakdown.
Accordingly it is best to try a small area of carpet that is normally unseen, then allow 24 hours to check
whether the steam has any unusual effects on the carpet material, e.g. white streaks. If this happens
DO NOT CONTINUE USE - Check with your carpet supplier for further advice.
Used correctly the floor cleaner will refresh your carpet by removing surface grime, pet hairs
etc. leaving the carpet looking brighter.
It is not a dirt extraction system, so cannot necessarily remove deep stains or grease.
Attempting to make it do this by longer action of steam may result in watermarking or stain-
ing.
Cleaning carpets
Connect the universal handle and long handle to the floor cleaner head. Fit the cleaning
toweI to the head by placing the towel over the floor cleaner head and pulling the drawstring
tight. The drawstring can be secured at the back of the floor cleaner. (See diagrams to right)
Before using the floor cleaner, use a vacuum to pick up the larger dirt and grit particles.
Having prepared the area, plug the boiler unit in and wait for steam to appear at the acces-
sory head. Beware of hot water discharge prior to steam emission. Now begin to move
the floor cleaner head over the carpet at a steady pace. If there are stains on the carpet
pause for a few seconds to allow the steam time to penetrate.
Do not soak the carpet. Glide the floor cleaner over the surface. It is generally better, and
easier, to pull rather than push the head across heavy pile carpets. Do not try to scrub the
surface.
The towel will collect the dirt. Both sides of the towel can be used. Used towels can be
washed out and reused. Wash at 90˚C for maximum longevity. Do not use bleach or fabric
conditioner. Use only one third of normal soap powder to avoid clogging of the fibres.
Spare towels can be purchased from Earlex.
The Floor Cleaner can also be used on other types of flooring such as ceramic, cork, mar-
ble, linoleum, stone, parquet etc. If you have an area to clean which has joints (such as tiles)
it may be useful to use the brush attachment of the jet nozzle in order to clean completely.
Be especially careful with parquet - older oak floors are very tough but on some newer floors
steam may cause the blocks to swell. Always take advice from the manufacturer of the floor
covering before proceeding to use steam. One useful point to note is that steam will cause
animal hairs to roll into easily removable balls. This attachment can be used on car interi-
ors, motor homes, painted doors, walls, louvres etc.
WINDOW/TILE CLEANER
IMPORTANT - You should only proceed at your own risk.
When cleaning exterior glass be extra careful not to pick-up any grit on the rubber
blade - which could cause scratches.
Antique glass and stained glass may be brittle and can crack under extreme temper-
atures.
Do not use on glass at temperatures below 0˚C.
Window cleaning
Connect the universal handle and long handle to the window/tile cleaner head. Select the
length of handle required (if any).
Plug the boiler unit in and wait for steam to appear at the accessory head. Beware of hot
with long
handle
water discharge prior to steam emission. Steam will be emitted from the apertures on the
accessory head. Move down the windows and clean with the rubber blade as the accesso-
ry travels down the surface. Always pull the accessory towards the handle so that the blade
is acting after the steam. Do not push the accessory away from the handle. After you have
completely finished cleaning, switch off the unit and clean the glass or tiles from top to bot-
tom with the rubber blade only.
Steam will completely remove dust, film or greasy marks from windows, mirrors and patio
doors. The window/tile cleaner will remove soap and grease residues but cannot remove
deposits of scale. To remove black marks from grouting or corners use the jet nozzle with
Cleaning tiles
brush or scraper attachment.
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JET NOZZLE
Connect the universal handle to the jet nozzle head. Select the scraper head or brush to fit the nozzle end if
required and push on to the nozzle.
PIug the boiler unit in and wait for steam to appear at the accessory head. Beware of hot water discharge
prior to steam emission. This accessory can be used for cleaning all round the house, stoves, cupboards,
work surfaces, toilets, sinks, lawnmowers etc. It both cleans and disinfects at the same time. It can also be used
to defrost your freezer in minutes with no inconvenience. Check with fridge/freezer manufacturer for advice
before use.
Cleans lawnmowers,
Defrosts freezers
use with scraper
SINK UNBLOCKER TUBE
(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY - NOT INCLUDED IN ALL KITS)
Connect the universal handle to the jet nozzle head and push one end of the sink unblock-
er tube into the hole in the end of the jet nozzle.
Thread the sink unblocker tube through the strainer in the plug hole to be unblocked. PIug
the boiler unit in and once steaming, further insert the sink unblocker tube towards the block-
age.
If whilst using the sink unblocker, you see steam escaping from the safety valve on the boil-
er unit, you may have blocked the tube by pushing it too hard into a blockage.
DO NOT FORCE SAFETY VALVE SHUT - switch off the boiler unit, remove the sink
unblocker tube and clean with a small screwdriver, stiff wire or knitting needle.
Once steam is coming out under the surface of the water you will hear a rattle as the steam
causes considerable vibration. The combination of heat and vibration will loosen and dis-
solve the blockage. Once the blockage starts to clear, water should be run through while the
sink unblocker is still operating to flush out the blockage.
UPHOLSTERY CLEANER
(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY - NOT INCLUDED IN ALL KITS)
IMPORTANT
Some upholstery, fabrics or soft furnishings have stain resistant treatments, which
have varying active lives before breakdown. Accordingly it is best to try a small area
that is normally unseen, then allow 24 hours to check whether the steam has any
unusual effects on the fabric material. If so, DO NOT CONTINUE. Check with your fab-
ric or furnishing supplier for further advice.
Do not allow the material to become soaked. You only require a small amount of
steam to clean, and soaking can leave water marks or cause bleed through from lin-
ings etc.
Connect the universal handle to the upholstery cleaner head. Fit the cleaning toweI to the
head in the same way as the Floor Cleaner (see page 5). Spare towels can be purchased
from Earlex. Used towels can be washed out and reused. Wash at 90˚C for maximum
longevity. Do not use bleach or fabric conditioner. Use only one third of normal soap pow-
der to avoid clogging of the fibres.
Curtains & Clothing
The upholstery cleaner head can also be used for removing the creases from hanging cur-
tains and to clean and remove creases from overcoats, suits, jackets, trousers, etc.
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LARGE STEAM PLATE - WALLPAPER STRIPPING
(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY - NOT INCLUDED IN ALL KITS)
CAUTION! Check the state of your plaster before starting work. Steam can loosen weak,
porous or poorly bonded plaster - which also loosens readily if cracked, holed or if the
steam plate is held in place too long after the paper is soaked. Weak plaster can normally
be detected by tapping a few areas of wall. A hollow sound indicates that you should pro-
ceed only with extreme care - stopping immediately if you hear a cracking sound or plaster
starts to break loose. The steam stripper is safe for drywall/plaster board surfaces but what-
ever the material, it is always wise to check a small area before starting work properly.
Always obtain advice from an expert if unsure.
PREPARATION
To achieve fastest paper removal always gently score the areas to be stripped. With heavy
embossed, vinyl coated or painted papers this is essential. Either use a proprietary perfo-
rator tool or alternatively score the paper with the edge of a wall scraper in a criss-cross
pattern with 150mm (6 inch) spacing.
As with all decorating work be sure to protect carpets and furniture with covers.
STRIPPING: Remember to check a small area first.
Connect the large steam plate to the steam hose. Once steam is being produced at the
hand plate you are ready to begin. Operation is simple for both right and left handed peo-
ple. Simply hold the steam plate flat against the wallpaper for approx. 10 seconds. Now
move the plate to the spot immediately next to the one just steamed - from which the paper
should now easily come away with a little help from a wall scraper.
Working this way should enable continuous paper removal although it may be necessary to
steam for longer periods with some papers, or if not completely removed first time.
SMALL STEAM PLATE
(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY - NOT INCLUDED IN ALL KITS)
The small steamplate is used in the same way as the large steam plate to strip wallpaper
in awkward areas not easily reached with the large steam plate such as around door
frames, in corners, etc.
Always wear a glove or mitt for added protection.
OTHER USES FOR THE STEAM PLATE
Artex®: Normally Artex® can be removed using the same method as for wallpaper although the steaming time
will be longer. CAUTION: Some textured finishes may contain asbestos which may be hazardous to health and
which are subject to licensing controls operated by the HSE (Health & Safety Executive).
Vinyl Floor Tiles: Vinyl floor tiles can aIso be removed if the plate is left long enough for the heat to penetrate
the adhesive. Once the adhesive is hot it softens and the tile can be peeled from the floor.
Sterilising Soil: To sterilise soil in seed trays or greenhouses rake the soil to obtain a fine surface. Leave the
steam plate on each section for 2 to 2.5 minutes which should ensure that the steam has penetrated through
the surface.
Killing Weeds: Steam will kill weeds on paths and patios without the use of chemicals. You will need to steam
the weeds for 1 to 1.5 minutes in order to kill them.
MAINTENANCE
To keep the unit and tools clean, wipe over with a clean, damp cloth. No other maintenance work should be
required. See the Trouble Shooting Guide if you experience any problems.
DESCALING
To maintain peak performance of the unit, particularly in areas of hard water, it may be necessary to descale
the element in the unit. Proprietary kettle descaling products can be used in your Steam Cleaning Kit - always
follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
IF A PROBLEM OCCURS ALWAYS SWITCH THE UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY.
PROBLEM
Unit fails to boil.
CAUSE
Safety cut-out has
operated.
Fuse has blown in lead.
Power cord extension
being used.
Element burnt out due
to tilting of unit in use or a
chemical used in boiler.
Dirty seal.
ACTION
Refill boiler making sure to cover the element;
allow unit to cool for 20 mins then re-try.
Replace with a 13 amp fuse only.
Extension cables must be rated at at least 10
amps and fully unwound. A lower rating will trip out.
The element cannot be replaced, you can buy a
replacement boiler from our Service Department.
Unit leaks from Pressure
Relief valve.
Unplug the unit and allow to cool. Clean seal and
surface it sits on.
Blockage/kink in hose.
Blockage in inlet of tool.
Allow unit to cool then remove hose and check for
blockages.
When unit is cool check for obstruction in inlet.
IF YOU REQUIRE FURTHER ASSISTANCE PLEASE CONTACT OUR HELPLINE ON
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 08:30 - 18:00 (Except Bank Holidays)
MAINS CONNECTION
Your unit has been supplied with a mains lead with a fitted plug. This is identified by the fuse holder in the base of the plug. Please read the following
safety instructions before use.
1 If the fitted plug is cut off from the mains lead then the plug must be disposed of safely. NEVER under any circumstances insert such a plug into a
13 amp socket.
2 NEVER under any circumstances use the appliance or mains lead without the fuse cover fitted. This is the little cover fixed into the base of plug to
hold the fuse in place.
3 If you lose the fuse cover then please contact any electrical dealer for a replacement or ring our helpline.
4 A replacement fuse must be rated at 13 amp. These must be manufactured and approved to BS 1362.
5 IF IN ANY DOUBT PLEASE CONSULT AN ELECTRICIAN.
If you need to fit a plug to the mains lead, this should be fitted in accordance with the wiring instructions below, and will need to be used with a 13
amp fuse. If in any doubt consult an electrician.
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. If you are using an extension lead it must be rated at a minimum of 10 amps and fully unwound.
Do not operate with a lead rated at less than 10 amps as this will cause premature failure of the element which is not covered by the guarantee.
As the colours of the wires in the mains Iead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or
by the earth symbol, or coloured green or green and yellow.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed for a period of 24 months against faulty materials and workmanship. Whilst every possible care is taken
by Earlex to ensure that our products leave the factory in good working order, Earlex cannot under any circumstances accept liability
for problems or damage caused by their subsequent use. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that surfaces to be treated,
cleaned or stripped are suitable for steam.This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights. This guarantee excludes the use for
hire purposes. In the event of a fault occuring please contact our helpline before returning the unit to our Service Department at the
address below together with a copy of your purchase receipt. All repairs will be dealt with speedily.
EC Declaration of Conformity
We declare that the units: SC75, SC76, SC125, SC150 & SC165 conform to: 73/23/EEC, EN60335-1, EN60335-2-15
& 89/336/EEC, EN55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3.
Tim Hopper -Technical Director
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