Operating Guide

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The 225CC has a built-in water tank holding 1.5 liters. The steam cleaner must
always be disconnected from the mains when filling or topping up with water.
Unscrew the tank cap (Fig. 16) by pressing the cap down and simultaneously
turning it counter-clockwise. Use the funnel and measuring jug supplied when
filling with water (Fig. 17).
CAUTION
Always test the steam cleaner first on inconspicuous or invisible areas of the
surfaces or fabrics to be cleaned to check their tolerance to hot steam.
• Steam may result in bleaching of painted/varnished wood.
• Steam may discolor shiny plastics.
• Acrylic, velvet and linen react very sensitively to the temperature of steam
• Do not use the steam cleaner on Dralon fibres without first having carried out
a suitability test on a concealed area. Reliable cannot be held responsible for
damage to objects, materials, people, animals or plants that occurs due to
unsuitable use of hot steam or due to improper use of the appliance.
Only fill with pure water without additives of any kind, e.g. perfume, cleaning
agents alcohol, as they could damage the machine and make it dangerous to use.
It is advisable to use distilled water to prevent limescale deposits if your water is
very hard.
CAUTION
• Do not exceed the maximum quantity of 1.5 litres when filling the tank!
• Screw the tank cap firmly back on by turning it clockwise under pressure.
• Tip: The heating up time will be shortened if warm water is used when filling.