K RCHER SC 5 EasyFix Steam Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: K RCHER

K RCHER SC 5 EasyFix Steam Cleaner

K RCHER-SC-5-EasyFix-Steam-Cleaner-product

General notes

Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them.
Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

Intended use

Only use the appliance in private households. The appliance is intended for cleaning with steam and can be used with appropriate accessories as described in these operating instructions.
Detergents are not required. Observe the safety instructions.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of the packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – can pose a potential threat to human health and the environment.
However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Notes on the content materials (REACH)

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking.
If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site. (See overleaf for the address)

Safety devices

CAUTION

Missing or modified safety devices

Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Never modify or bypass safety devices.

Symbols on the appliance

(according to type of appliance)

| Risk of burns, surface of appliance be- comes hot during operation
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| Risk of scalding from steam
| Read operating instructions

Pressure controller

The pressure controller keeps the pressure in the steam boiler as constant as possible during operation. The heating is switched off when the maximum operating pressure is reached in the steam boiler and is activated if there is a pressure drop in the steam boiler as a result of a steam removal.

Safety thermostat

The safety thermostat prevents the device from overheating. If the pressure regulator and the boiler thermostat fail and the unit overheats, the safety thermostat switches the unit off. Before resetting of the safety thermostat, contact the responsible KÄRCHER Customer Service.

Boiler thermostat

The boiler thermostat switches off the heating in the event of a fault; for example, if there is no water in the steam boiler and the temperature in the steam boiler rises.
As soon as you refill the water, the device is ready for use again.

Maintenance lock

The maintenance lock seals the steam boiler from the steam pressure present. The maintenance cap is also a pressure relief valve. If the pressure regulator is defective and the steam pressure in the steam boiler rises, the pressure relief valve opens and steam is escapes through the lock. Prior to restarting the device, contact the responsible KÄRCHER Customer Service.

Device description

The maximum amount of equipment is described in these operating instructions. Depending on the model used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see packaging). For the figures, refer to the graphics.

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Unit plug with cover
Water reservoir
Carrying handle for the water reservoir
Selector switch
Control panel
Display – OFF position
Display – water shortage (red)
Display – heating (green)
Min. steam stage
Steam setting selection range
Max. steam stage
VapoHydro function steam stage
Cap for accessory compartment
Maintenance lock
Carrying handle
Holder for accessories
Accessory storage compartment
Mains connection storage compartment
Park bracket for floor nozzle
Mains connection cable with mains plug
Non-driven wheels (2 x)
Steering roller
Steam gun
Steam lever
Unlocking button
Child lock
Steam hose
Steam connector
Spotlight nozzle
Round brush (small)
**/***Power nozzle
**/***Round brush (large)
Manual nozzle
Manual nozzle microfibre cover
Extension tubes (2 x)
Unlocking button
Floor nozzle
Hook and loop fastener
Microfibre floor cloth (1 x)
**/***Microfibre floor cloth (2 x)
**/***Carpet glider
Descaler
*/***Steam pressure iron
*/***Steam switch (bottom)
*/***Indicator light (orange) – heating
*/***Steam switch (top)
*/***Lock for steam switch
*/***Temperature controller
*/***Steam connector

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Installation

Installing accessories

Open the cover on the device socket.
- Illustration B
Connect the steam connector to the device socket so that the steam connector audibly engages.
- Illustration B
Push the open end of the accessory onto the steam gun so that the unlocking button on the steam gun engages.
- Illustration H
Push the open end of the accessory onto the spotlight nozzle.
- Illustration I
Connect the extension tubes with the steam gun.
- Push the first extension tube onto the steam gun so that the unlocking button on the steam gun engages. The connection pipe is connected.
- Push the second extension tube onto the first extension tube.
- The connection pipes are connected. Illustration J
Push the accessory and/or the floor nozzle onto the free end of the extension tube.
- Illustration K
- The accessory is connected.

Disconnecting accessories

Set the child lock to the rear. The steam lever is locked.
Push the cover on the device socket down and disconnect the steam connector from the device socket.
Push the unlocking button and pull the parts apart. Illustration P

Operation

Filling water

The water reservoir can be removed at any time for filling or be filled directly at the device.

ATTENTION

Damage to the device
Unsuitable water can block the nozzles or damage the water level indicator.
Do not fill in pure distilled water. Use a maximum of 50% distilled water mixed with tap water.
Do not use condensation from the clothes dryer for filling.
Do not use collected rain water for filling.
Do not use cleaning agents or other additives (e.g. scents) for filling.

Remove the water reservoir for filling

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Pull the water reservoir vertically upwards. Illustration C
Fill the water tank vertically with tap water or a mixture of tap water and no more than 50% distilled water up to the “MAX” mark.
Insert the water reservoir and press downwards until it locks into place.

Filling the water reservoir directly on the device

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Fill tap water or a mixture of tap water and no more than 50% distilled water from a vessel into the filling hole of the water reservoir up to the “MAX” mark. Illustration D

Switch on the device

Note

If there is no or too little water in the steam boiler, the water pump starts to run and pumps water from the water reservoir into the steam boiler. The filling process can take several minutes.
The device briefly closes the valve every 60 seconds causing an audible soft click. Closing prevents the valve from clogging. This does not affect the steam output.

Place the device on a firm surface.
Insert the mains plug into a socket.
- Illustration E
Turn the selector switch from the OFF position to the steam setting selection range.
- The green heating indicator light flashes.
- Illustration F
Wait until the green heating indicator stays on.
- Illustration G
Press the steam lever.
- Illustration H
- Steam leaks out.

Regulating the steam volume

The expelled steam volume is regulated using the selector switch for steam volume. The selector switch has the setting options min. steam stage for light soiling to max. steam stage for heavy soiling. The VapoHydro function is for the removal of heavy soiling in areas that are difficult to access.

Set the selector switch for the steam volume to required steam volume.
Press the steam lever.
Before starting cleaning, point the steam gun at a cloth until steam is expelled evenly.

Refilling water

If there is not enough water, the water shortage indicator lamp flashes red and a signal tone sounds.

Note

The water pump fills the steam boiler at intervals. If the filling is successful, the red water shortage indicator lamp goes out.
If there is no or too little water in the steam boiler, the water pump starts to run and pumps water from the water reservoir into the steam boiler. The filling process can take several minutes.

ATTENTION: Damage to the device

Unsuitable water can block the nozzles or damage the water level indicator.
Do not fill in pure distilled water. Use a maximum of 50% distilled water mixed with tap water.

Do not use condensation from the clothes dryer for filling. Do not use collected rain water for filling. Do not use cleaning agents or other additives (e.g. scents) for filling.

Fill the water tank with tap water or a mixture of tap water and no more than 50% distilled water up to the “MAX” mark.
- The device is ready for use.

Switching off the device

Turn the power switch to “OFF” position.
- Illustration N
- The device has been switched off.
Press the steam lever until no more steam flows out.
- Illustration O
- The steam boiler is depressurized.
Set the child lock to the rear.
- The steam lever is locked.
Push the cap on the device socket down and disconnect the steam connector from the device socket.
Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Drain the water reservoir.

Rinsing out the steam boiler

Rinse the device’s steam boiler out after every eighth filling of the tank.

Switch the device off; see Chapter Switching off the device.
Allow the device to cool down.
Drain the water reservoir.
Remove the accessory/accessories from the accessory holders.
Open the cap of the accessory compartment.
Remove the accessory/accessories from the accessory compartment.
Open the maintenance lock. To do this place the open end of an extension tube on the maintenance lock, insert this into the guide so it engages and open it.
- Illustration S
Fill the steam boiler with water and swing it around vigorously. Lime residue which has been deposited on the bottom of the steam boiler will be released as a result.
Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
- Illustration T

Storing the device

Store the round brush in the accessory compartment.
Connect a manual nozzle to one extension tube.
Connect the extension tubes to the accessory holders.
Insert the spotlight nozzle in the storage for accessories.
Hang the floor nozzle in the park bracket.
- Illustration Q
Wind the steam hose around the extension tube and connect the steam gun to the floor nozzle.
- Illustration R
Store the mains cable in the storage for the mains cable.
Store the device in a dry location that is protected from frost.

Important application instructions

Cleaning the floor areas

We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning it before using the appliance.
In this way the floor will be cleared of dirt and loose particles before the wet cleaning.

Freshening up textiles

Prior to using the appliance, always check the compatibility of the textiles at a concealed point: Steam down the textile, allow it to dry and then check it for any change in colour or shape.

Cleaning coated or painted surfaces

_ ATTENTION: _Damaged surfaces

Steam can loosen wax, furniture polish, plastic coatings or paint and edge band from edges. Do not direct the steam at glued laminated edges as the edge band may loosen. Do not use the appliance for cleaning unsealed wood or parquet floors. Do not use the appliance for cleaning painted or plastic coated surfaces such as kitchen or living room furniture, doors or parquet.

To clean these surfaces, steam a cloth briefly and use it to wipe over the surfaces.

Glass cleaner

ATTENTION: Glass breakages and damaged surfaces

Steam can damage sealed points of the window frame and, at low outside temperatures, lead to tension on the surface of window panes and hence to glass breakages. Do not direct the steam at sealed points on the window frame. At low outside temperatures, heat up the window panes by gently steaming the full surface of the glass.

Clean the window area with a manual nozzle and cover. To remove the water, use a squeegee or wipe the surfaces dry.

How to use the Accessories

Steam gun

The steam gun can be used for the following applications without accessories:

For removing slight creases from the hanging clothing items: Steam the clothing item from a distance of 10-20 cm.
For wiping damp dust: Steam a cloth briefly and use it to wipe over the furniture.

Spotlight nozzle

The spotlight nozzle is suitable for cleaning areas, joins, fittings, drains, sinks, WCs, blinds or radiators that are difficult to access. The closer the spotlight nozzle is to the soiled area, the greater the cleaning efficiency will be as the temperature and steam volume are at their highest at the nozzle opening. Larger lime deposits can be treated before steam cleaning with a suitable detergent. Allow the detergent to soak in for approx. 5 minutes and then steam it off.

Slide the spotlight nozzle onto the steam gun.
- Illustration H

Round brush (small)

The small round brush is used for cleaning stubborn dirt.
Stubborn dirt can be removed more easily by brushing.

ATTENTION: Damaged surfaces

The brush may scratch sensitive surfaces.
It is not suitable for cleaning sensitive surfaces.

Fit the round brush to the spotlight nozzle.
- Illustration I

Round brush (large)

The large round brush is suitable for cleaning large rounded surfaces, e.g. wash basin, shower tray, bath tub, kitchen sink.

ATTENTION: Damaged surfaces

The brush may scratch sensitive surfaces.
It is not suitable for cleaning sensitive surfaces.

Fit the large round brush to the spotlight nozzle.
- Illustration I

Power nozzle

The power nozzle is used for cleaning stubborn dirt, blowing down corners, joins etc.

Install the power nozzle onto the spotlight nozzle according to the round brush. Illustration I

Manual nozzle

The manual nozzle is used for cleaning small areas that can be washed down, shower cubicles and mirrors.

Push the manual nozzle onto the steam gun according to the spotlight nozzle. Illustration H
Pull the cover over the manual nozzle.

Floor nozzle

The floor nozzle is used for cleaning washable wall and floor coverings e.g. stone floors, tiles and PVC floors.

ATTENTION: Damage due to build-up of steam

Heat and moisture can lead to damage.
Check the heat resistance and steam effect on an inconspicuous area using a minimal volume of steam prior to use.

Note

Detergent residue or care emulsions on the surface to be cleaned can lead to streaks, which will disappear however once these have been used several times. We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning it before using the appliance. In this way the floor will be cleared of dirt and loose particles before the wet cleaning commences. Work slowly on surfaces that are heavily soiled so that the steam can impact longer.

Connect the extension tubes with the steam gun.
- Illustration J
Push the floor nozzle onto the extension tube.
- Illustration K
Fasten the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle.
- Place the floor cleaning cloth with the hook and loop fastener strips pointing upwards on the floor.
- Place the floor nozzle onto the floor cleaning cloth, applying slight pressure. Illustration L

The floor cleaning cloth will stick to the floor nozzle of its own accord due to the hook and loop fastener.

Removing the floor cleaning cloth

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Place one foot on the bottom corner of the floor cleaning cloth and lift the floor nozzle up.
- Illustration L

Note

Initially, the floor cleaning cloth’s hook and loop fastener strip is very strong and cannot be removed from the floor nozzle easily. After the floor cleaning cloth has been used several times and washed, it is easier to remove from the floor nozzle and it has reached the optimum adhesion.

Parking the floor nozzle

Hang the floor nozzle in the park bracket during breaks in work.
- Illustration Q

Carpet glider

The carpet glider is used for freshening up carpets.

ATTENTION: Beware of damaging the carpet glider and carpet

Contamination on the carpet glider, as well as heat and moisture penetration, can result in the carpet being damaged. Prior to the application, also check the heat resistance and impact of steam on the carpet at an insignificant spot using as small an amount of steam as possible.

Observe the cleaning instructions from the carpet manufacturer. Prior to using the carpet glider, make sure that the carpet has been vacuumed and that stains have been removed. Prior to application and following operating pauses, remove any possible water accumulation (condensate) in the appliance by means of evaporating the condensate into a drain (without floor cleaning cloth / with accessories). Only use the carpet glider with a floor cleaning cloth on the floor nozzle. Steam clean with a weak steam stage when using the carpet glider. In order to prevent too much moistening and to avoid the risk of damage due to temperature effects, do not direct the steam continuously onto one spot (maximum 5 seconds). Do not use the carpet glider on deep-pile carpets.

Fastening the carpet glider to the floor nozzle

For fastening the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle, please refer to chapter Floor nozzle.
- Illustration L
Using a little force, allow the floor nozzle to slide into the carpet glider and engage there.
- Illustration M
Start cleaning the carpet.

Removing the carpet glider from the floor nozzle

CAUTION: Beware of burns to your feet

The carpet glider can heat up during the steaming process. Do not operate or remove the carpet glider bare-footed or using open sandals. Only operate or remove the carpet glider using suitable footwear.

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Press the strap on the carpet glider downwards using your toecap.
Lift the floor nozzle upwards. Illustration M

Iron steam pressure

Note

We recommend using the KÄRCHER ironing board with active steam suctioning. This ironing board is optimally matched to the device you have acquired. It facilitates and speeds up the ironing process. In any case, the ironing board used should have a steam-permeable, grid-like ironing base surface.
Do not turn on the steam stage for the VapoHydro function when the steam pressure iron is plugged in, since otherwise the ironing laundry will get wet.

Recommended steam stages

Stage	Clothing fabrics
Min. steam stage	Garments with few wrinkles
Max. steam stage	Jeans

Ensure that tap water or a mixture of tap water and no more than 50% distilled water is in the steam boiler of the steam cleaner.
Insert the steam plug of the iron into the unit plug until it clicks into place.
Putting the steam cleaner into operation; see Chapter Switching on the device.
Wait until the steam cleaner is ready for use.

Steam ironing

All fabrics can be ironed with steam. Iron sensitive fabrics or overprints on the reverse or, as the case may be, according to manufacturer’s instructions.

ATTENTION: Damage to garments

Failure to observe the ironing information in the garment may result in damage.
Observe the ironing information in the garment.

Note

For sensitive textiles, we recommend using the KÄRCHER non-stick electric iron plate BE 6006.
The iron plate must be hot to prevent steam from condensing on the sole plate and dripping onto the ironing laundry.

The iron can be held vertically for steaming curtains, dresses, etc.

Set the temperature controller of the iron within the selected range ( /MAX). As soon as the orange heating indicator light of the iron goes out, ironing can be started.
Press the “steam” switch (top) or the “steam” switch (bottom).
- Steaming at intervals: Press the “steam” switch. Steam flows out as long as the switch is pressed.
- Continuous steaming: Pull the lock for the “steam” switch backwards until it engages. Steam flows out continuously. To release, push the lock forward.
Before ironing and after pauses in the ironing process, direct the blast of steam onto a cloth until the steam flows evenly.

Dry ironing

ATTENTION: Damage to the device

Water shortage in the steam boiler leads to damage to the device
Make sure that there is water in the steam boiler.

ATTENTION: Damage to garments

Failure to observe the ironing information in the garment may result in damage.
Observe the ironing information in the garment.

Set the temperature controller of the iron in accordance with the garment.
| Synthetics
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| Wool, silk
| Cotton, linen
Wait until the iron’s heating indicator light goes out. The iron is ready for ironing.

Care and service

Descaling the steam boiler

Note: Since the lime clogs the appliance, we recommend descaling the appliance based on the number of times the water reservoir is filled as specified in the table (TF=tank fillings).

Hardness range	°dH	mmol/l	TF
I	soft	0-7	0-1.3
II	Medium	7-14	1.3-2.5
III	Hard	14-21	2.5-3.8
IV	Very hard	>21	>3.8

Note: Your water board or municipal utilities authority can provide information on hardness of tap water.

ATTENTION: Damaged surfaces

The descaler may corrode sensitive surfaces.
Fill and empty the appliance carefully.

Switch off the appliance, see Chapter Switching off the device.
Allow the appliance to cool down.
Drain the water reservoir.
Remove the accessory/accessories from the accessory holders.
Open the cap of the accessory compartment.
Remove the accessory from the accessory compartment.
Open the maintenance lock. To do this place the open end of an extension tube on the maintenance lock, insert this into the guide so it engages and open it.
- Illustration S
Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
- Illustration T
- ATTENTION: Appliance damage due to descaler
- An unsuitable descaler or incorrect dosing of the descaler may damage the appliance.
- Only use KÄRCHER descaler.
- Use 1 dosing unit of the descaler for 0.5 l water.
Apply descaler solution to the descaler according to the details.
Fill the descaler solution into the steam boiler. Do not seal the steam boiler.
Allow the descaler solution to take effect for approx. 8 hours.
Drain descaler solution completely out of the steam boiler.
Repeat the descaling process if necessary.
Rinse the steam boiler 2-3 times with cold water in order to drain all the descaler solution residue.
Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler.
Dry the mounting for the grid connection cable.
Close the maintenance lock with an extension tube.

Care of accessories

(Accessories – depending on scope of delivery)

Note

The micro fibre cloths are not suitable for dryer.
When washing the cloths, observe the instructions on the washing tag. Do not use any liquid softeners as this will affect the ability of the cloths to pick up dirt.

Wash the floor cleaning cloths and covers at a max. temperature of 60 °C in the washing machine.

Troubleshooting guide

Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock and burns

Trying to eliminate faults while the appliance is connected to the mains or has not yet cooled down is always dangerous.
Remove the mains plug.
Allow the appliance to cool down.

The water shortage indicator light flashes red and a signal tone sounds

No water in the tank.
Fill the water reservoir up to the “MAX” marking.

The water shortage indicator light is lit in red No water in the steam boiler. The pump’s overheat protection has triggered.

Switch the device off; see Chapter Switch off the device.
Fill the water reservoir.
Switch on the device; see Chapter Switching on the device.

The water tank is not inserted correctly or is calcified

Remove the water reservoir.
Rinse the water reservoir.
Insert the water reservoir and press downwards until it locks into place.

The steam lever cannot be pressed

The steam lever is locked with the child lock.
Set the child lock to the front.
The steam lever is released.

Long heating-up time

The steam boiler is scaled.
Descale the steam boiler.

High water output

The steam boiler is scaled.
Descale the steam boiler.
VapoHydro steam stage set.
Turn the selector switch to the steam setting selection range.

The steam pressure iron “spits” water

Set the temperature controller to stage .
Rinse or descale the steam boiler of the steam cleaner; see Chapter Descaling the steam boiler.

After ironing breaks, water droplets come out of the steam pressure iron

During longer ironing breaks, steam can condense in the steam line.
After pauses in the ironing process, direct the blast of steam onto a cloth until the steam flows evenly.