Steamfast SF-407 - Manual (Page 12)

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Storage & Care
PROPER STORAGE
Preparing your Everyday Fabric Steamer for storage is quick and simple. When you have finished
your steaming tasks, follow the steps listed below.
1. Set Lighted On/Off Switch to “OFF” position, and unplug power cord from electrical outlet.
2. Allow unit to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling).
3. Bring unit to a convenient sink or tub.
4. Remove Water Tank from unit. Unscrew Valve Cap and drain all remaining water from Water
Tank. Replace Valve Cap when finished.
5. Open Drain Plug and drain all remaining water from Water Reservoir to prevent overfilling during
your next use. Securely replace Drain Plug and place empty Water Tank back onto main unit.
6. For storage convenience, you may wish to collapse Telescopic Pole to its most compact height
(refer to Page 7 for details).
7. Loosely bundle power cord and store Everyday Fabric Steamer in a cool dry location, along
with all included accessories.
MINERAL BUILD-UP
A common maintenance need for steam appliances is the removal of build-up caused by high
mineral content in many municipal water supplies. This mineral build-up may limit the
effectiveness and reduce the life of your Everyday Fabric Steamer.
The best way to minimize mineral build-up is to use distilled or de-mineralized water when
using your Everyday Fabric Steamer. In addition, it is recommended that the unit be cleaned
at least once a month in order to remove any deposits that form. This will help to extend the life
of your Everyday Fabric Steamer and keep it functioning at its maximum potential.
To remove mineral build-up:
1. Set Lighted On/Off Switch to “OFF” position and unplug power cord from electrical outlet.
2. Allow unit to cool (15 minutes for complete cooling).
3. Bring unit to a convenient sink or tub.
4. Remove Water Tank from unit. Unscrew Valve Cap and drain all remaining water from Water Tank.
5. Open Drain Plug and drain all remaining water from Water Reservoir. Securely replace Drain Plug.
6. Fill a measuring cup (not included) with 12 oz (355 ml) vinegar.
7. Pour vinegar into Water Tank, then replace Valve Cap and place Water Tank back onto main unit.
8. Allow vinegar to flow into Water Reservoir / Boiler and soak for 30-40 minutes.
9. Plug power cord into an electrical outlet and set Lighted On/Off Switch to “ON” position. Allow
unit to steam until no vinegar remains.
10. Open Drain Plug and drain vinegar from Water Reservoir. Securely replace Drain Plug.
11. Remove and refill Water Tank to maximum capacity (40 oz / 1180 ml) with fresh water and
place it back onto main unit. Allow all fresh water to flow into Water Reservoir / Boiler and be
steamed out. Refill and repeat as necessary until vinegar odor has completely dissipated.
12. When finished, set Lighted On/Off Switch to “OFF” position and unplug power cord from electrical
outlet. Follow normal storage procedure as outlined in Proper Storage section above.