• Check the heater switch is set to the on ( I ) position. WARNING: If the cleaner has been boiled dry, it must be switched off for a few minutes to allow the safety cut-out to reset. • Check water is in the tank. We recommend the use of filtered water to reduce the scale. • The cleaner may need descaling. (In hard water areas, the cleaner will require regular descaling. Follow the instructions on page 7). Using the steamer • When using the steamer, always keep it vertical. Please study all instructions carefully before use. For replacement parts, help with using your Morphy Richards product, problems and lots more, contact us by phone or through our website. UK Helpline: 0845 077 7700 Ireland 1800 409 119 70455 Rev 1 13/9/07 14:43 Page 1 Important safety instructions The use of any electrical appliance requires the following common sense safety rules. Primarily there is danger of injury or death and secondly the danger of damage to the appliance. These are indicated in the text by the following two conventions: WARNING: Danger to the person! IMPORTANT: Damage to the appliance! In addition we offer the following safety advice. Location • Do not use or keep this product outside. • Do not store the appliance near hot ovens or heating appliances. Children • Never allow children to use this appliance. • Children do not understand the dangers associated with operating electrical appliances. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, or stumble over the power cord. Personal safety • WARNING: The filling cap must not be opened during use. • Let the cleaner cool for a few minutes before re-filling. • To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug or cleaner in water or other liquid. • The plug should be removed from the wall socket after use, before cleaning, filling or changing the accessories. • The accessories get very hot. Allow to cool before changing. • Make certain the steam has stopped before changing the accessories or putting the hose aside. • WARNING: Do not discharge the steam towards people. Danger of scalding. • WARNING: Never touch the plug or cable with wet hands. • WARNING: Danger of scalding. • Steam must not be directed towards equipment containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens. • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Other safety considerations • Do not use any chemical detergents, perfumes, alcohol etc in water. • Repairs to electrical appliances are only to be undertaken by trained personnel. Unprofessional repairs can be dangerous for users. • Use only genuine Morphy Richards spare parts and accessories. • If the electrical cable becomes damaged, the complete cable assembly must be replaced. Do not attempt this task yourself, contact Morphy Richards using the replacement parts number on the front of this leaflet. • The appliance must never be left running when unsupervised. • This steam cleaner is intended for domestic use only. Misuse or use for commercial or any other purpose will render the guarantee invalid. Product safety • Never modify the cleaner in any way. • When using the cleaner, always keep it vertical. Electrical requirements Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your appliance corresponds with your house electricity which must be A.C. (alternating current). If the socket outlets in your home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this 2 70455 Rev 1 13/9/07 14:43 Page 2 Features . Heater switch ¤ ‘Heater on’ indicator light ‹ Filler cap › Flexible hose fi Hose end fl Carry strap fixing locations ‡ Carrying handle · Cord storage ‚ Hose end storage holder › fl · „ 3 ‰ Illustration Accessories you should have „ Funnel ‰ Filling jug A Round brush E Jet nozzle A Directional nozzle E Cotton socks (3 of) E Upholstery nozzle I Window squeegee attachment I Carrying strap • Storage bag (not shown) fi A ‚ . ¤ A E A E E I ‡ I ‹ appliance, the plug should be removed and the appropriate one fitted. WARNING: The plug removed from the mains lead, if severed, must be destroyed, as a plug with a bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged into a live socket outlet. WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug require changing, a 13 amp BS1362 fuse must be fitted. 70455 Rev 1 13/9/07 14:43 Page 3 Operation Please remember that the steam cleaner operates by emitting steam at an increased temperature of 115oC. Never use it on objects or surfaces which cannot resist this temperature, delicate materials, dralon, plastic, natural fur etc. Where any doubt exists, check carefully on a part of the material where minor marks will not matter. Filling the water tank 1 To fill, unscrew the filler cap ‹ anti-clockwis...