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Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance. ENGLISH LEGEND A) Power cord B) Main switch C) Detergent switch D) Steam control dial E) Steam ready light F) No water/container-full indicating light G) Detergent indicating light H) Pressure gauge I) Water tank J) Detergent tank K) Cover for unit socket L) Locking lever for dirt container M) Dirt container unit N) Dirt container O) Cover for dirt container P) Float Q) Float closing grill R) HEPA Filter S) U shaped tube for dirt container filter T) Side basket U) Carrying handle V) Handle for lower basket Z) Handle for upper basket Y1) Handle fastening screws Y2) Screws for fastening the handle of the upper and lower baskets ACCESSORIES 1) Flexible hose 2) Handle 3) Steam button 4) Safety button 5) Vacuum button 6) Unit plug 7) Button for locking unit plug ) Accessory locking switch 9) Extension tubes 10) Multi-purpose brush 10a) Attachment locking slides 11) Brush attachment 12) Liquid vacuuming attachment 13) Carpet attachment 14) Cotton cloths 15) 120 accessory 16) Coloured 120 vacuum-steam brushes 17) Steam nozzle 1) 120 tool nozzle 19) Vacuum-steam squeegee tools 20) Small vacuum-steam nozzle 21) Squeegee attachment for small vacuum-steam nozzle 22) Brush attachment for small vacuum-steam nozzle 23) Funnel 24) Spare gaskets 25) Fabric brush with sprayer 26) Floor brush with sprayer 27) Floor brush attachment with sprayer 2) Anti-foam 29) Pressure nozzle 30) Tool for cleaning toilet bowl 31) Spray gun 32) Tool for freshening-up curtains 33) Filling can 42
PRECAUTIONS KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Indoor use only Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance. Any use outside of the intended use will void the warranty. The wiring system to which the appliance is connected must comply with the laws in force. Before connecting the appliance, make sure the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating label of the appliance and that the power outlet is connected to an earthing system. Always turn off the appliance from the main switch before disconnecting it from the mains power. When not in use, always unplug the appliance from the mains power. Never leave the appliance unattended when connected to the mains power. Before performing any maintenance, always turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains power. Do not unplug the power cord by pulling at it, but extract the plug to avoid damaging the outlet. Do not twist, squash or stretch the power cord and make sure it does not come into contact with pointy or hot surfaces. Do not use the appliance if the power cord or other important parts of the appliance are damaged. Do not use electric extension leads that are not authorised by the manufacturer, as they may cause damage or fire. If it should become necessary to replace the power cord, please contact an authorised service centre because a special tool is required. Never touch the appliance with wet hands or feet when the plug is connected to the mains power. Do not use the appliance with bare feet. Do not use the appliance near sinks, bathtubs, showers or recipients full of water. Never immerse the appliance, power cord or plugs in water or other liquids. It is prohibited to use the appliance in places were there is a danger of explosions. Do not use the product in the presence of toxic substances. Do not rest the hot appliance on heat-sensitive surfaces. Do not leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (wind, rain etc.). No not place the appliance near hot cookers, electric heaters, or however, near heat sources. Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures. Keep out of reach of children or people who do not know how to operate the appliance. Do not press the buttons too hard and avoid using pointy objects such as a pen or other objects. Always rest the appliance on a stable surface. If the appliance accidentally falls, it is necessary to have it checked by an authorised service centre because the internal safety features of the product may have been damaged. In case of failure or malfunctioning, turn off the appliance and never attempt to disassemble it but contact an authorised service centre. In case of repairs or replacement of accessories, only use original spare parts and accessories so as not to compromise the safety of the appliance. Do not wind the power cord around the appliance, especially when the appliance is still hot. Do not vacuum acids and solvents since they may cause serious damage to the appliance and, above all, do not vacuum explosive dust or liquids since they may cause explosions when they come into contact with the internal parts of the appliance. ENGLISH This unit conforms with EC-directives 9/336 as amended by 93/6 (EMC) and 73/23 as amended by 93/6 (low voltage). Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specification without prior notice. 43
ENGLISH Do not vacuum toxic substances. Do not vacuum lit or smouldering objects, such as embers, hot ashes, and other burning materials. Normal tap water can be used to fill the water tank. Do not vacuum materials such as chalk, cement etc. which solidify on coming into contact with water, and therefore cause problems to the functioning of the appliance. When filling the tank with water, switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the power outlet. When in operation the appliance must be kept in a horizontal position. Do not direct the steam jet onto electric and/or electronic appliances. Before cleaning the appliance, make sure it has cooled down. Before storing the appliance away, make sure it has cooled down completely. This appliance is equipped with safety devices that can only be replaced by an authorised technician. Never direct the steam jet towards people, animals and debris. Never touch the steam jet with hands. ATTENTION: Danger of burns! Do not put any detergent or chemical substances in the boiler. This appliance cannot be used by physically, visually or mentally impaired people (including children) or by inexperienced or unqualified people, unless they are supervised or have received instructions on how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Never leave the appliance unattended when in operation. The crossed-out wastebasket symbol on the appliance means that at the end of its useful lifespan, the product must be disposed of separately from ordinary household wastes. The user is responsible for delivering the appliance to an appropriate collection facility at the end of its useful lifespan. Appropriate separate collection to permit recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal helps to prevent negative impact on the environment and human health and promotes recycling of the materials making up the product. For more information on available collection facilities, contact your local waste collection service. CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT This appliance is intended for professional use as a steam generator and liquid/damp vacuum cleaner in accordance with the descriptions and instructions provided in this manual. Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference. Polti declines liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of Mondial Vap which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this booklet. PREPARATION FOR USE ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE (U) AND BA- SKETS (V AND Z) Using the hexagonal wrench supplied, fasten the lower (V) and upper (Z) baskets on the carrying handle (U) with the screws (Y2) (fig.1a). Position the carrying handle (U) next to the seats for the handle on the tanks (I and J). Fasten the carrying handle (U) with the 4 screws (Y1) by screwing them with the hexagonal wrench supplied (fig. 1B). ATTENTION Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE): information for users This product complies with EU Directive 2002/96/EC. ASSEMBLING THE SIDE BASKETS (T) Loosen the screws with the fastening knob located on the side tanks. Align the holes present on the side baskets to the screws with the knob and insert the baskets (fig. 1C). Fasten the screws with the knob to prevent 44
the baskets from accidentally coming loose. N.B.: the basket (T) that has the opening for lodging the extension tubes must be positioned on the water tank (I) (fig. 1D). If inverted, the baskets will not be in a perfect horizontal position. FILLING THE WATER (I) AND DETERGENT (J) TANK Open the cap and fill the water tank (I) with normal tap water using the funnel (fig. 2). Use water with a hardness of less than 5 F. If the water from the mains supply is particularly hard, we recommend using a mixture of 50% tap water and 50% demineralised water. Replace the cap on the tank. Use the funnel (23) to fill the tank (J) with the suitably diluted detergent. Replace the cap on the tank. ATTENTION: never swap the contents of the two tanks. It is important that the tank (I) is always filled with water and not detergent. Placing detergent in the water tank could cause serious damage to the product. Once the funnel has been used to fill the detergent tank, rinse it under running water before reusing it to fill the water tank. DETERGENT: It is recommended to only use detergents from the Polti HP007 PROFESSIONAL line because they are specifically developed and tested for using with Mondial Vap steam appliances. Refer to the instructions on the product labels for information on the correct dilutions and on how to use the Polti HP007 PROFESSIONAL products. ATTENTION: Never use foaming or acid-based detergents because they could damage the internal components of the appliance. Never use detergents containing muriatic acid, ammonia or products classified as irritants because their volatility increases when used with steam and, therefore, could be harmful if inhaled. Any problems caused by the use of detergents not conforming to those mentioned above will not be covered by the warranty PREPARATION OF DIRT CONTAINER Release the locking lever of the dirt container (L) and slide the container unit (M) towards the outside of the appliance (fig. 3). Lift the cover of the dirt container (O). Fill the container (N) with one litre of ordinary tap water. Add a dose (one cap) of antifoam (2) to the water already in the container (N). Put the container unit back inside the appliance. OPERATION Open the door of the unit socket (K); insert the unit plug (6) all the way in without pressing the button until the mechanism clicks into place; then check that it is secure (fig. 4). To disconnect the unit plug (6) from the appliance, press the button (7) and pull the unit so that it separates from the appliance. Connect the plug to a compatible power outlet. STEAM FUNCTION Press the main switch (B). The steam-ready indicating light (E) will start flashing; after about 5-10 minutes it will become fixed indicating that the appliance is ready to generate steam. ATTENTION: do not dispense steam when the indicating light (E) is flashing, wait for it to become fixed so that the system has stabilised and the most effective results can be obtained. Press the steam/detergent request button (3) on the handle to dispense steam. Note: The handle (2) comes with a safety button (4) which prevents the accidental dispensing of steam by children or other people who do not know how to use the appliance. If the flexible hose is temporarily left unattended while the appliance is on, lock the safety button (4). To start dispensing steam again, put the safety button in its original position. On first use, a few drops of water may leak out because the thermal stabilisation inside the hose is not perfect yet. Therefore, it is advisable to direct the first jet of steam onto a rag until the jet is even. ENGLISH 45
ENGLISH VACUUM FUNCTION Press the main switch (B). Hold the button (5) on the handle (2) down for a few seconds and the appliance will start vacuuming. To stop the vacuuming action, hold the button (5) on the handle (2) down for another few seconds. DETERGENT FUNCTION Press the main switch (B). The steam-ready indicating light (E) will start flashing; after about 5-10 minutes it will become fixed indicating that the appliance is ready to generate steam. Press the detergent switch (C). The detergent indicating light (G) turns on. Press the steam/detergent request button (3) on the handle to dispense detergent. Note: The handle (2) comes with a safety button (4) which prevents the accidental dispensing of steam by children or other people who do not know how to use the appliance. If the flexible hose is temporarily left unattended while the appliance is on, lock the safety button (4). To start dispensing steam again, put the safety button in its original position. To turn off the detergent function, press the switch (C). The indicating light (G) turns off. COMBINED FUNCTIONS The functions can be combined: STEAM VACUUM STEAM DETERGENT DETERGENT VACUUM STEAM DETERGENT VACUUM To combine the various functions, simply select those you wish to use according to the instructions described above. ADJUSTING THE STEAM FLOW This appliance allows optimising the steam flow on three levels by using the steam dial (D). Turn the dial in a clockwise direction to increase the steam flow. Turn the dial in an anticlockwise direction to reduce the steam flow. Gentle steam: to spray plants, clean delicate fabrics, upholstery, sofas, etc. Normal steam: for carpets, rugs, glass and floors; Strong steam: to remove grime, stains, oil and to disinfect; CONNECTING THE ACCESSORIES All the Mondial Vap accessories can be used with each other. Connect them to the sprayer handle by following these instructions (fig. 5): Place the accessory locking switch () (present on every accessory) in the OPEN position (a). Attach the desired accessory to the handle. Place the switch () in the CLOSED position (b). Make sure the connection is secure. Another fastening button is present on the steam+vacuuming extension tubes (9). Proceed as indicated above for the other accessories and release the tubes by sliding the button until it is in the locked position. EMPTYING AND CLEANING OF THE DIRT CONTAINER (N) When the dirt in the container (N) reaches the maximum level permitted, the safety float (P) automatically stops the vacuuming function. At the same time, the container-full indicating light (F) starts to flash on and off. ATTENTION: turn off the appliance and do not restart it until the water level in the container has been restored as descried in the chapter PREPARATION OF DIRT CONTAINER. Damage may be caused to the HEPA filter (R) if the appliance is restarted immediately. To resume cleaning, proceed as illustrated below, and then fill the container with water. If the water in the dirt container (N) is very dirty, replace it. To empty the container, proceed as follows: Turn off the appliance from the main switch (B) and disconnect the power cord from the mains power. Release the locking lever of the dirt container (L) and slide the container unit (M) towards the outside of the appliance (fig. 3). Lift the cover of the dirt container (O). Clean the dirt container (N). If you want to continue working, restore the water level as indicated in the chapter PRE- PARATION OF DIRT CONTAINER. Put the dirt container unit (M) back inside the appliance. Note: empty the dirt container (N) before putting away your Mondial Vap. 46
PRESSURE GAUGE Mondial Vap is equipped with a convenient and accurate gauge (H) for immediately displaying the operating pressure. NO WATER The no water indicating light (F) will turn on and an acoustic signal will sound when there is no water in the water tank. Before continuing to work, fill the water tank as described in the chapter FILLING THE WATER (I) AND DE- TERGENT (J) TANK. NO DETERGENT The no detergent indicating light will start to flash and an acoustic signal will sound when there is no detergent. To restore the detergent level, proceed as described in the chapter FILLING OF WATER (I) AND DETERGENT (J) TANK. NO WATER IN BOILER The boiler may run out of water if the refilling system is not working properly. This type of fault is signalled by the flashing of the indicating light (F) and an acoustic signal. If the problem persists, contact the technical service centre. STORING ACCESSORIES The Mondial Vap accessories can be stored in the side baskets (T) or in the handle baskets (V and Z). The cord can be stored in a side basket while the handle with the two extension tubes and brush attached can be placed in the appropriate lodging, resting the handle on the furrow present on the carrying handle (U) and lodging the tube in the special seat located inside the side basket (T) (fig. 6). TIPS ON USING THE ACCESSORIES Before treating leather, special fabrics and wooden surfaces with steam, consult the manufacturer s instructions and always carry out a test on a hidden part or sample. Allow the treated area to dry in order to check for any changes in colour or deformations. Be careful when cleaning wooden surfaces (furniture, doors, etc.) and terracotta floors because excessive use of steam may damage the wax, polish or colour of the surfaces to be cleaned. It is recommended to steam these surfaces only for short periods at a time or to clean them with a cloth that has already been steamed. Use the lowest steam setting on particularly delicate surfaces such as synthetic materials, lacquered surfaces, etc. If cleaning glass surfaces in particularly cold weather, preheat the glass by starting to spray at a distance of about 50 centimetres from the surface. To care for your plants, it is recommended to spray at a minimum distance of 50 cm. MULTI-PURPOSE BRUSH (10) This brush is recommended for large surfaces, ceramic floors, marble floors, parquet floors and carpets, etc. Brush attachment (11) for vacuuming only. Liquid-vacuuming attachment (12) for retrieving liquids on smooth surfaces. Carpet attachment (13) for carpets and rugs. The multi-purpose brush can be connected to the flexible hose via the extension tubes (9) or can be attached directly to the handle. Assembling the multi-purpose brush: To apply the different attachments to the multipurpose brush, shift the two slides (10a) located on the back of the brush outwards and apply the attachment suitable for the type of surface to be cleaned. To lock the attachment in place, shift the two slides (10a) inwards. ATTENTION: refer to the chapter Tips on using the accessories. VACUUM-STEAM SQUEEGEE TOOL (19) This accessory is recommended for using on large glass surfaces, large mirrors, and all kinds of smooth surfaces. The squeegee tools (19) can be connected to the flexible hose via the extension tubes (9) or can be attached directly to the handle (2). Follow these instructions for the correct use of the squeegee tools: Apply steam evenly on the surface to be cleaned in order to dissolve the dirt. Press the rubber wiper on the surface to be cleaned, move vertically from the top to the bottom with the vacuuming function activated. Attention: in particularly cold weather, preheat ENGLISH 47
ENGLISH the glass by starting to spray at a distance of about 50 cm from the surface to be treated. 120 ACCESSORY (15) This accessory is recommended for hidden areas with are hard to reach with other accessories such as: treating stains on carpets or rugs before passing the brush; cleaning stainless steel, glass, mirrors, coated and enamelled surfaces; cleaning angles such as stairs, window frames, door jambs, aluminium profiles; cleaning the base of taps; cleaning shutters, radiators, car interiors; spraying house plants from a distance; eliminating odours and creases from clothing. The 120 accessory can be attached directly on the handle (2) or can be connected to the flexible hose via the extension tubes (9). It can also be used in combination with the following accessories: coloured 120 brushes (16) suitable for removing grime from very narrow surfaces such as gas rings, shutters, gaps between tiles, toilet bowls, etc. The different colours allow using the same brush on the same surface. The steam nozzle (17) is for reaching even the most hidden corners and is suitable for cleaning radiators, door and window frames, bathroom fixtures and shutters. To connect the nozzle to the 120 accessory, simply screw it on like the coloured brushes, which in turn can be screwed onto the nozzle. 120 tool nozzle (1) suitable for vacuuming dirt that has been removed from narrow surfaces such as gaps between tiles, door jambs, shutter slits, etc. SMALL VACUUM-STEAM NOZZLE (20) This accessory is recommended for various types of medium sized surfaces or for washing fabric surfaces such as sofas, mattresses, etc. using the following attachments supplied with the appliance: the squeegee attachment (21) is recommended for small mirrors, small windows, glass and cement walls, etc. the brush attachment (22) is recommended for carpets, stairs, car interiors, all kinds of fabric surfaces and is also useful for removing animal hairs from these types of surfaces. FABRIC BRUSH WITH SPRAYER (25) This accessory is suitable for treating fabrics such as sofas and armchairs, etc. using the combined action of water spray and vacuum power. FLOOR BRUSH WITH SPRAYER (26) NOTE: use this accessory with the detergent function on, do not use with steam. This brush is recommended for large surfaces, ceramic floors, marble floors, parquet floors and carpets, etc. with the combined action of water spray and vacuum power. The attachment (27) can be separated from the brush by sliding it off as shown in figure 7, so that it glides more easily over carpets and rugs. PRESSURE NOZZLE (29) This accessory can reach even the most hard to reach corners and is suitable for cleaning shutters, radiators, etc. ACCESSORY FOR CLEANING TOILET BOWL (30) This special accessory was specifically designed to clean under toilet bowl seats, in fact, its shape allows easily cleaning the area hidden under the seat that would otherwise be difficult to reach. The coloured brushes can also be connected to this accessory (16). ATTENTION: Use the toilet bowl cleaning accessory only for this purpose because, due to its special shape, any steam or detergent dispensed may be directed towards the user, with the risk of burns. Be very careful and when not in use, insert the steam lock on the FLEXIBLE hose via the safety button (4). 4
SPRAY GUN (31) / CURTAIN FRESHENING-UP ACCESSORY (32) Open the door of the unit socket (K); insert the unit plug of the spray gun (6) all the way in without pressing the button until the mechanism clicks into place; then check that it is secure (fig.4). To disconnect the unit plug (6) from the appliance, press the button (7) and pull the unit so that it separates from the appliance. Insert the catch located at the base of the curtain freshening-up accessory (32) in the special seat present on the end of the spray gun (31), then turn until it is completely blocked (fig. ). ATTENTION! The curtain freshening-up accessory (32) gets very hot during use, therefore be very careful when removing it. Use an oven mitt, or wait for it to cool down. This accessory is suitable for ironing and freshening-up curtains without having to remove them. HOW TO USE THIS ACCESSORY: pass the accessory from the top to the bottom of the curtain in order to spray and iron the curtains, removing any creases and unpleasant odours from the fabrics. The practical sponge present on the accessory collects any drops of steam. To clean the sponge, simply remove it and wash. Once dry, put it back on the accessory using the Velcro. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Before any type of maintenance, make sure the power cord is not connected to the mains power. After using the brushes, leave the bristles to cool down in their natural position in order to prevent any deformations. Periodically check the condition of the gaskets located in the unit plug (6). If necessary, replace them with an approved spare part. Also check the connection gaskets of the extension tubes (9) and handle (2). Use a damp cloth to clean the outside. Do not use solvents or detergents because they could damage the plastic surfaces. CLEANING THE DIRT CONTAINER UNIT (M) Turn off the appliance from the main switch (B) and disconnect the power cord (A) from the mains power. Release the locking lever of the dirt container (L) and slide the container unit (M) towards the outside of the appliance (fig. 3). Lift the cover of the dirt container (O). CLEANING THE HEPA FILTER (r) Turn the HEPA filter (r) in an anti-clockwise direction and pull it so that it detaches from the filter cover (O) (fig. 9). Rinse the HEPA filter under running water to remove any dirt. Allow the filter to dry before reconnecting it to the cover (O). ATTENTION: Do not clean the filter with brushes, rags or any object which may exert an abrasive action, because rubbing or buffering may damage it and consequently reduce its filtering performance. Do not use detergents, do not rub the filter and do not wash it in a dishwasher. To continue working, reassemble the filter by following the above operations in reverse. The filter has a lifecycle of about 100 hours. CLEANING U-SHAPED TUBE (S) Separate the U-shaped tube (S) from the cover and rinse under running water. Make sure that the small tube positioned on the bottom of the U-shaped tube is not obstructed. If so, separate it from the U-shaped tube and wash under running water to remove any obstructions. When replacing the U-shaped tube on the cover of the dirt container, make sure to position it by aligning the indent on the tube with the indent on the cover (fig. 10). ENGLISH 49
CLEANING THE FLOAT (P) When cleaning the dirt container unit (M), make sure there are no obstructions or dirt inside the float compartment. If the float and its cage require cleaning, proceed as follows: Open the cage of the float by working on the two tabs and remove the cover of the float (Q) (fig. 11). Remove the float. Clean the float compartment, the float and the cover and remove any dirt. Repeat these operations in reverse to close everything. ENGLISH EMPTYING OF TANKS (I and J) The water tank (I) and detergent tank (J) can be emptied easily. To empty the tanks proceed as follows: Release the locking lever of the dirt container (L) and slide the container unit (M) towards the outside of the appliance (fig. 3). As shown in figure 12, once the container unit (M) has been removed, there are two small tubes on the bottom of the appliance for emptying the tanks (I) and (J). Remove the tube from the fastening clip and leave it free. Remove the cap that closes the tube and allow the tank to empty. NOTE: It is recommended to place a large recipient under the tank that needs to be emptied. Once the tank has been emptied, replace the cap to close the tube and reattach the tube to the clip. ATTENTION: make sure the caps closing the tubes are repositioned correctly in order to prevent water from accidentally leaking out of the tanks. Make sure the two tubes are repositioned underneath the tie-rod that supports them (as shown in figure 12) to prevent these from breaking or compromising the correct position of the container unit (M) when repositioned. 50
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