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Safety instructions
In order to prevent injuries, fires and damage, the appliance may
not be used to clean:
– People, animals and plants. Always keep mop head away from all
body parts, hair and clothing. Do not use near your head.
– Surfaces that are contaminated by substances hazardous to health.
The hot steam can release these substances.
– Textiles, leather, furniture, walls, counter tops, window panes, un-
sealed, painted, oiled or waxed wood or ceramic floors, as well as
surfaces made of glass, synthetic fibers, soft or glossy plastic.
It is crucial that care instructions of the respective surface manu-
facturers are followed. If in doubt, contact manufacturer before
cleaning with hot steam!
The following use is also prohibited:
– As room humidifier or even as heater.
– Use when not completely assembled or with other accessories not
mentioned in these instructions.
– On surfaces that come into contact with food.
– With empty water tank.
– In horizontal or above head position.
– Without clean cleaning cloth.
– Outside.
Never fill water tank with any other liquid than cold water. Additives in
the water tank result in unsafe use of the appliance.
Always remove wet cleaning cloth when appliance is standing or stored.
Otherwise the surface may be damaged. Residual moisture in the
cleaning cloth can cause odours or even mould growth.
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