Kärcher SC 2 DELUXE EASYFIX Manuel D'instructions Original page 5

aged each time before using the device. To avoid any
possible danger, a damaged mains connection cable
must be immediately replaced by the manufacturer, or
the authorised customer service department or a quali-
fied electrician. ● Do not damage the power supply and
extension cable by running over it, crushing or yanking
it or similar. Protect the power supply cable from heat,
oil and sharp edges. ● Unsuitable electrical extension
cables can be dangerous. Only use electrical extension
cables with a splash guard and a diameter of at least
2
3x1 mm . ● Only replace couplings on the power supply
or extension cable with those with the same splash
guard and the same mechanical strength. ● Clean tiled
walls with sockets carefully. ● Disconnect the device
from the mains during longer operating breaks, after use
or before performing any maintenance work.
● Only carry out servicing work when the mains plug is
pulled and the steam cleaner has cooled down.
Operation
DANGER
● Operation in explosive atmos-
pheres is prohibited. ● When using the device in hazard
zones (e.g. service stations), adhere to the respective
safety regulations.
WARNING
● Risk of scalding. Never touch the
steam jet with your hand from a close distance, and do
not direct it at people or animals. ● Danger of scalding
from high water output if you tilt the device more than
30° to the side during use.
of scalding on the hot steam boiler. Allow the steam boil-
er to cool down before filling it with water.
to SC 3 / SC 3 Upright devices
appliance and accessory parts, particularly the floor
cleaning cloth and the hand cover cool down before
touching them. ● Risk of scalding. Do not use the appli-
ance for cleaning pressure tanks as this poses a burst-
ing and explosion hazard. ● Risk of scalding from the
floor nozzle. Ensure that no part of the body gets under
the floor nozzle. Never operated the floor nozzle without
wearing shoes. ● Risk of scalding. Only operate the ap-
pliance once it is fully assembled and functional. ● Risk
of scalding. Let the appliance cool down fully before put-
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ting it away.
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ATTENTION
● Do not fill with any cleaning agents
or other supplements. ● Do not use vinegar or similar
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agents.
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WARNING
● Never disconnect accessories from
the device while steam is being expelled. ● Hot water
may drip out when disconnecting accessory parts. Allow
the device to cool down first. ● Never open the mainte-
nance / safety lock during operation. Allow the device to
cool down first. ● Do not clamp the steam lever / steam
key during operation. ● Replace a damaged steam
hose immediately with a steam hose as recommended
by the manufacturer. ● Do not steam any objects which
contain harmful substances (e.g. asbestos).
CAUTION
● Only operate or store the device
in accordance with the description or figure. ● Check
the device and the accessories, in particular the power
supply cable, safety lock and steam hose, to make sure
it is in proper safe and reliable condition before opera-
tion each time. Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Replace damaged components immediately. ● Only
switch on the device when water is present in the steam
boiler. The device may otherwise overheat, see the
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● Risk
Only affects SC 1 devices
Does not apply
● Risk of scalding. Let the
Troubleshooting chapter of the operating instructions.
● Accidents or damage due to the device falling over.
Before all actions with or on the device, you must make
sure that it is stable.
ATTENTION
peratures below 0 °C. ● Never leave the device unsu-
pervised while it is connected to the mains. ● Do not use
the appliance as a humidifier or heater. ● Ensure the
room is well ventilated when working with the appliance
and afterwards. ● Protect the device from rain. Do not
store the device outdoors. ● Device damage. Never
pour solvents, liquids containing solvents or undiluted
acids (e.g. detergents, petrol, paint thinner and acetone)
into the boiler/water reservoir. ● Unsuitable water can
block the nozzles or damage the water level indicator.
Do not fill with condensate water from a dryer, collected
rainwater, detergents or additives (e.g. scents). Fill the
water reservoir with a maximum of 1 l / 0,5 / 0,4 l of tap
water.
Applies to SC 3 / SC 3 Upright / SC 2 Upright / KST 2
Upright devices only
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● Unsuitable water can block the nozzles or damage
the water level indicator. Do not fill with pure distilled wa-
ter, condensation from a dryer, collected rain water, de-
tergents or additives (e.g. fragrances), use a maximum
of 50% distilled water mixed with tap water.
● Remove the water reservoir for filling
a Pull the water reservoir vertically in an upward di-
rection
b Fill the water reservoir vertically with tap water or
a mixture of tap water and a maximum of 50%
distilled water up to the "MAX" marking.
c Insert the water reservoir and press down until it
clicks into place.
● Fill the water reservoir directly at the device
a Fill tap water or a mixture of tap water and a max-
imum of 50% distilled water up to the "MAX"
marking in the filling hole for the water reservoir.
Applies only to SC 4 and SC 5 devices
Note
● Refilling water
1 Switch off the device.
2 Allow the device to cool down.
3 Unscrew the safety lock.
4 Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
5 Fill a maximum of 200 ml distilled water or tap water
into the steam boiler.
6 Insert the safety lock.
Applies only to SC 1 devices
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● Refilling water
1 Switch off the appliance.
2 Allow the appliance to cool down.
3 Unscrew the safety lock.
4 Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
5 Fill a maximum of 1 l distilled water or tap water into
the steam boiler.
6 Insert the safety lock.
Applies only to SC 2 / KST 2 devices
For upright machines
WARNING
the appliance on even, horizontal surfaces. Do not lay
the appliance on its side during operation. Do not use
the appliance above head height or horizontally e.g. to
clean walls, work surfaces or windows.
Applies to SC 3 Upright / SC 2 Upright / KST 2 Upright only
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● Do not operate the device at tem-
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● Risk of scalding. Only operate
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