Karcher SC 952 - Manual (Page 14)

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Note: The steam cleaner is ready for
use after approx. 15 seconds.
 Push the steam switch lock to the back.
 Actuate the steam lever to release
steam.
Note: During the initial startup, a small
smoke cloud may escape from the steam
nozzle! The appliance requires a short run-
in time. At first, the escaping steam is irreg-
ular and moist, some water drops may leak
out. The amount of steam flowing out in-
creases continuously until the maximum
amount is reached after about 1 minute.
 Release the steam lever.
Note: The steam discharge does not stop
immediately; but it decreases continuously.
There is no more steam discharge after a
few seconds.

Push the lock to the front (steam switch
blocked).
 Disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
 Coil the mains power cable around the
water tank and fasten with a cable
clamp.
It is recommended to sweep or vacuum the
floor prior to using the steam cleaner. This
way, the floor is already cleared of dirt/
loose particles prior to the wet cleaning.
Prior to treatment with the steam cleaner,
always check the reaction of the textiles in
an inconspicuous location: Steam at first,
then let dry and then check for colour or
shape changes.
When cleaning painted or plastic-coated
surfaces, as found on kitchen and living
room furniture, doors, parquet; wax, furni-
ture polish, plastic surfaces or paint can
come loose or stains can be created. When
cleaning these surfaces, briefly steam a
cloth and wipe the surfaces with it.
Caution
Never direct the steam jet at glued edges
as the edge band may loosen. Do not use
the steam cleaner on unsealed wooden or
parquet floors.
In case of low outside temperatures, espe-
cially in the winter, warm up the window
pane by slightly steaming the entire glass
surface. This will prevent tensions on the
surface which might lead to glass break-
age.
Caution
Do not direct steam onto the sealed loca-
tions of the window frame to prevent dam-
age.
Use the steam nozzle without accessories,
– to remove odours and wrinkles from
hanging clothes by steaming them at a
distance of 10 to 20 cm.
– to remove dust from plants. Here, keep
a distance of 20-40 cm.
– for moist dusting, by briefly steaming
the cloth and wiping the furniture with it.
The closer this nozzle is to the contaminat-
ed area, the higher the cleaning effect, as
the temperature and the steam are highest
at the nozzle output. Especially suited for
cleaning difficult access locations, joints,
fittings, drains, sinks, toilets, blinds and
heaters. Heavy lime scale can be drenched
in vinegar prior to steam-cleaning. Let the
vinegar penetrate for about 5 minutes.
Attached brushes can therefore be used to
remove heavy soiling.
Caution
Not suited for the cleaning of sensitive sur-
faces.
Turning Off the Appliance
How to Use the Accessories
Important application instructions
Cleaning floor surfaces
Cleaning textiles and upholstery
Cleaning of Coated or Lacquered
Surfaces
Cleaning of Glass
Steam nozzle
Detail nozzle
Round brush
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