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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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, LLC

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model STM30E Form No. SJ-STM30E-880E-M

ELECTRIC ALL-PURPOSE

STEAM CLEANER

13-AMP HEATING POWER | CLEAN + SANITIZE

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These

Instructions Before Use

Any electrical appliance can be dangerous if used incorrectly.

Some of the safety precautions given in this manual apply

generally to many appliances. Other warnings are specic to

the use of this electric steam cleaner.

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may

result in personal injury or property damage.

mWARNING! This unit can be dangerous! Careless or

improper use can cause serious injury.

General Safety

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Before using, be sure that everyone using this tool reads

and understands all safety instructions and other information

contained in this manual. Save this manual and review it

frequently prior to using this tool and when instructing

others on the proper operating procedures.

Before using the steam cleaner, take the time to familiarize

yourself with the controls, especially how to stop the steam

cleaner in an emergency. The only individuals who should

use the steam cleaner are those who have a thorough

understanding of the instructions and who know how to

operate the machine. Children should never be allowed access

to the steam cleaner.

Retain this manual for future reference.

1. Do not immerse in water.

2. Household use only.

3. Indoor use only.

4. Not for space heating purposes.

5. Keep bystanders and children away – All bystanders,

including children and pets, should be kept a safe

distance away from the work area.

6. Disconnect tool – Disconnect the steam cleaner from the

power supply when not in use, before servicing,

when transporting, or when changing accessories.

7. Do not use in dangerous environments – Do not use the

steam cleaner in rain, damp or wet locations.

Do not operate the steam cleaner in gaseous or explosive

atmospheres.

8. Check for damaged parts – Before using the steam

cleaner, repair or replace any part that is damaged.

In addition, check for alignment of moving parts, binding

of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other

conditions that may aect the tool's operation.

Inspect the appliance cord periodically. If damage is

found, have it repaired by an authorized service facility.

Extension cords should also be inspected periodically and

immediately replaced if damaged.

9. Avoid unintentional starting – Make sure the switch is o

before plugging in the appliance.

10. Use the right tool – Do not force the tool or any

attachment on the tool to do a job for which they were

not designed.

11. Maintain tools with care – Keep tools clean for best

and safest performance. Follow instructions for changing

accessories. If the appliance is not working as it should,

or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, dropped

into water, please call Snow Joe

+ Sun Joe

customer

service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

12. Use recommended accessories – Consult the owner’s

manual for recommended accessories. The use of

improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

13. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the appliance by its

cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle.

Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

14. Do not force the appliance – It will do the job better and

with less likelihood of a risk of injury if it is used at the rate

for which it was designed.

15. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance

at all times.

16. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the steam

cleaner should be stored indoors in a dry and locked-up

place out of the reach of children.

17. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate the steam cleaner when you are

tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or other

medication.

Summary of content (16 pages)

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R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC ELECTRIC ALL-PURPOSE STEAM CLEANER 13-AMP HEATING POWER | CLEAN + SANITIZE Model STM30E Form No. SJ-STM30E-880E-M IMPORTANT! 7. Do not use in dangerous environments – Do not use the steam cleaner in rain, damp or wet locations. Do not operate the steam cleaner in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Safety Instructions All Operators Must Read These Instructions Before Use 8.
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m CAUTION! To provide continued protection against risk of electric shock, connect to properly grounded outlets only. 2. Make sure that the mains voltage matches that listed on the unit's rating label. Using the improper voltage can damage the steam cleaner and injure the user. Personal Safety 3. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord suitable for indoor use only, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
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4. To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two cords as shown in Table 1. • Do not operate the unit without water in the tank. • Do not overfill the water tank. The unit can hold a maximum of 33.8 oz (1 L) of water. Over filling the water tank may cause damage to the machine and injury to the operator. Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord Cord set • Do not fill the water tank with any fluid other than water.
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Safety Symbols The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbols Descriptions Symbols Descriptions Safety alert. Exercise caution. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read the instruction manual. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or in damp or wet environments. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors in a dry place.
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Know Your Electric Steam Cleaner Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the electric steam cleaner. Compare the illustration below to the electric steam cleaner in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 1 18 2 3 17 THE OTHER SIDE 4 5 6 16 7 8 9 15 14 10 13 11 12 1. Water tank opening 7. Safety lock 13. Jet nozzle 2. Carrying handle 8. Trigger 14.
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Unpacking mWARNING! To avoid serious personal injury, read and Carton Contents mWARNING! Before performing any maintenance, make understand all safety instructions provided. sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
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Fig. 4 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Large cleaning brush Release button Cotton cloth Fig. 9 Fig. 8 Attachment Clip Using the Accessory Kit NOTE: All accessories use different amounts of steam. For example, cleaning with the trigger gun uses less water than removing wallpaper with the steam plate. Using less water will provide a longer steam time. 3. Use the jet nozzle to disinfect bathroom and kitchen fixtures and small areas (Fig. 10). 1. The large cleaning brush can be used with or without the cotton cloth.
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NOTE: This steam cleaner may be used with or without accessories. Visit page 6 for attachment assembly directions. 5. Use the steam plate only to remove wallpaper. For best results, use a putty knife or scoring tool to lightly score the wallpaper in a crisscross pattern before steaming. The perforations will help steam to penetrate the wallpaper. To remove, hold the steam plate flat against the scored wallpaper. Hold down the trigger for 15-20 seconds.
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Fig. 16 Using the Trigger Safety Lock Power cord The nozzle has both a trigger and safety lock. The trigger controls the steam that comes from the nozzle. 1. Use the safety lock to prevent the trigger from being pulled. While the trigger is not in use, lift up the safety lock and push it into place (Figs. 18 - 19). Fig. 18 4. To start the unit, turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON position (Fig. 17), as indicated. Trigger safety lock Fig. 17 ON/OFF switch Fig. 19 5.
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mWARNING! DO NOT attempt to use the included Light Indicator Panel Fig. 21 Red light Light indicator panel Green light steam plate with this unit for cleaning purposes. The steam plate is designed for wallpaper removal only. This unit is not recommended to be used on self-adhesive vinyl tiles. mWARNING! Pressurized steam may deflect back off cleaning surface. mCAUTION! Hot steam and parts may cause injury. This includes skin burns or property damage. Temperatures exceed 212ºF (100ºC).
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Windows and Tiles 1. Completely empty the water tank. • While using the squeegee on glass, be careful not to pick up dirt or grit particles with the rubber blade. This could scratch the glass. 2. Fill the water tank with no less than 13.5 fl oz (400 ml) of the descaling solution. • Antique and stained glass may be brittle and can crack under the extreme temperatures emitted by this steamer. 4. Turn the unit on and wait until the green light is steadily lit (Fig. 21). 3.
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Service and Support If your Sun Joe® STM30E electric steam cleaner requires service or maintenance, please call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). Model and Serial Numbers When contacting the company, reordering parts or arranging service from an authorized dealer, you will need to provide the model and serial numbers, which can be found on the decal located on the housing of the unit. Copy these numbers into the space provided below.
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Troubleshooting mWARNING! Always unplug the power cord before performing any adjustments, maintenance or repairs to your electric steam cleaner. Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Unit fails to heat up. Indicator lights do not flash or illuminate when set to “I” (on) position. Unit is not plugged in. Check power supply – cord, breakers, fuses. If damage is found, contact a qualified electrician to repair Household circuit breaker / ground fault interrupter has tripped or blown a fuse.
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Optional Accessories mWARNING! ALWAYS use only authorized Snow Joe + Sun Joe® replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories that are not intended for use with this tool. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your tool. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage.
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SNOW JOE® + SUN JOE® CUSTOMER PROMISE ABOVE ALL ELSE, Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® are dedicated to you, our customer. We strive to make your experience as pleasant as possible. Unfortunately, there are times when a product does not work or breaks under normal operating conditions. We think it’s important that you know what you can expect from us. That’s why we created the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® promise. OUR PROMISE: Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® warrant new products for two years from the date of purchase.
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