KARCHER SC 3.000 Garden Steam Cleaners Instruction Manual

KARCHER SC 3.000 Garden Steam Cleaners

Specifications

• Model: SC 3.000
• Intended Use: Steam cleaner for private households
• Accessories: Can be used with appropriate accessories as described in the operating instructions
• Detergent: No detergent needed

Product Usage Instructions

General Information
Before the initial operation of your appliance, please read and comply with the original instructions provided. Store them for later use or subsequent owners.

Safety Instructions

• The appliance should not be used in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
• Do not use the appliance to clean electrical appliances or objects containing hazardous substances.
• Check the appliance and accessories for any faults or damages before using it.
• If the power cord or steam hose is damaged, arrange for immediate exchange by an authorized customer service or a skilled electrician.
• Do not touch the mains plug and socket with wet hands.

Description of the Appliance
The steam cleaner is designed for private households and uses steam for cleaning. It can be used with the appropriate accessories as described in the operating instructions. The appliance does not require any detergent.

Quick Reference
Refer to the quick reference guide provided in the operating instructions for a summary of key features and functions of the appliance.

Operation
Follow the step-by-step instructions in the operating manual to correctly operate the steam cleaner. Make sure to adhere to the safety instructions provided.

How to Use the Accessories
Refer to the section on how to use the accessories for detailed instructions on using the appropriate accessories with the steam cleaner.

Maintenance and Care
Information on maintenance and care of the appliance can be found in the operating instructions. Follow the recommended guidelines to ensure optimal performance and longevity of the steam cleaner.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues or problems with the steam cleaner, refer to the troubleshooting section in the operating instructions for possible solutions.

Customer Service
If you have any further questions or require assistance, please contact our customer service department. Contact details can be found in the operating instructions.

Spare Parts
If you need to replace any parts of the appliance, refer to the spare parts list in the operating instructions for the order numbers and contact your dealer for assistance.

General information

Dear Customer,
Please read and comply with these original instructions before the initial operation of your appliance and store them for later use or subsequent owners.

Proper use
Use the steam cleaner only for private households. The appliance is intended to be used with steam and can be used with the appropriate accessories as described in these operating instructions. You will not need any detergent. Please adhere to the safety instructions.

Symbols in the operating instructions

Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe injury or even death.

Warning

• Possible hazardous situations that could lead to severe injury or even death. Caution
• Possible hazardous situations that could lead to mild injury to persons or property damage.

Symbols on the machine

Steam
CAUTION – Danger of scalding

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper recycling. Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of old appliances. Please dispose of your old appliances using the appropriate collection systems. Notes about the ingredients (REACH) You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH

Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on the packaging. Check the con-tents of the appliance for completeness when unpacking. In the event of missing accessories or any transport damage, please contact your dealer

Safety instructions

Danger

• The appliance may not be used in areas where a risk of explosion is present.
• If the appliance is used in hazardous areas the corresponding safety provisions must be observed.
• Never use the appliance in pools containing water.
• The device should not be used to clean electrical appliances such as ovens, exhausts, microwaves, televisions, lamps, hair dryers, electrical heating systems, etc.
• Check the faultless condition of the appliance and the accessories before using it. Otherwise, the appliance must not be used. Please check in particular the power cord, the safety lock, and the steam hose.
• If the power cord is damaged, please arrange immediately for the exchange by an authorized customer service or a skilled electrician.
• Please arrange for the immediate exchange of a damaged steam hose. You may only use a steam hose that is recommended by the manufacturer (see the spare parts list for the order number).
• Never touch the mains plug and the socket with wet hands.
• Never use the appliance to clean objects containing hazardous substances (e.g. asbestos).
• Never touch the steam jet from a short distance with your hands and never direct the steam jet to persons or animals (risk of scalds).

Warning

• The appliance may only be connected to an electrical supply that has been installed by IEC 60364.
• The appliance may only be connected to alternating current. The voltage must correspond with the type plate on the appliance.
• In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms, connect the appliance to sockets with a series-connected RCD adapter.
• Unsuitable extension cables can be hazardous. Only use a splashproof ex-tension cable with a minimum section of 3×1 mm².
• The connection between the power cord and the extension cable must not lie in water.
• If couplings of the power cord or extension cable are replaced the splash pro-tection and mechanical tightness must be ensured.
• The operator must use the appliance correctly. When working with the applicant, he must consider the local conditions and pay due care and attention to other persons, in particular children, who are nearby.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, sen-sonic, or mental capacities or lack of experience and/or skills unless such persons are accompanied and supervised by a person in charge of their safety or if they received precise instructions on the use of this appliance.
• Children must only use this appliance if they are older than 8 and if they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or if they are instructed on the use of the appliance by such a person.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when it is in operation.
• Be very careful while cleaning tiled walls with sockets.

Caution

• Make sure that the power cable or extension cables are not damaged by running over, pinching, dragging, or similar. Protect the power cable from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• Never fill solvents, solvent-containing liquids, or undiluted acids (e.g. detergents, benzene, paint thinner, and acetone) into the water reservoir as these substances affect the materials used on the appliance.
• The appliance must provide a stable ground.
• Use and store the unit only by the specifications in the description and/or figure.
• The steam switch must not be locked during the operation.
• Protect the appliance from rain. Do not store outside.

Safety Devices

Caution
Safety devices protect the user and must not be modified or bypassed.

Pressure controller
The pressure controller keeps the boiler pressure during the operation as constant as possible. The heating is turned off if the maximum operating pressure of 4 bar is reached in the boiler and is reactivated in case of a pressure drop in the boiler due to steam tapping.

Safety thermostat
The safety thermostat turns off the appliance if the pressure controller fails and the appliance overheats in case of a malfunction. Please contact your local KÄRCHER customer service to arrange for the rest of the safety thermostat.

Safety lock
The safety lock seals the boiler against the steam pressure that builds up in the boiler. If the pressure controller is defective and the steam pressure in the boiler rises, a pressure control valve in the safety lock opens, and steam is emitted through the lock to the outside. Please contact your local KÄRCHER customer service before you put the appliance into operation again.

Description of the Appliance

• A1 Indicator lamp – heater (ORANGE)
• A2 Indicator lamp (green) – line voltage is on
• A3 Switch – ON
• A4 Switch – OFF
• A5 Safety cap
• A6 Holder for accessories
• A7 Storage holder for floor nozzle
• A8 Mains cable with mains plug
• A9 Running wheels (2 ea.)
• A10Steering roller
• B1 Steam gun
• B2 Unlocking button
• B3 Selector switch for the steam volume  (with child protection)
• B4 Steam lever
• B5 Steam hose
• C1 Detail nozzle
• C2 Round brush
• D1 Hand nozzle
• D2 Terry cloth cover
• E1 Extension tubes (two tubes) E2 Unlocking button
• F1 Floor nozzle
• F2 Retaining clip
• F3 Terry floor cloth

Quick Reference

1. Unscrew the safety lock and fill the steam cleaner with a max. of 1 liter of water.
2. Screw in the safety cap.
3. Plug in the main plug. Turn on the appliance. The green and orange indicator lamps light up.
4. Wait until the orange indicator lamp goes out.
5. Connect the accessories to the steam gun. The steam cleaner is ready to use.

Operation

Attaching the Accessories

Illustration A

• Insert the steering roller and transport wheels and lock them.

Illustration B+ C
Connect the required accessories (see Chapter “How to use the accessories“) to the steam gun. Insert the open end of the accessory on the steam gun and push onto the steam gun until the unlocking button of the steam gun locks into place.

Illustration D
Use the extension tubes if necessary. To do so, connect one or both extension tubes to the steam gun. Insert the required accessories on the free end of the extension tube.

Danger

• Hot water may drip out of the accessory parts while you are detaching them! Never detach accessory parts while steam streams out – risk of scalding!
• Move the selector switch for the steam volume back (steam lever locked).

Illustration E
To detach the accessory parts, press the unlocking button and pull the items apart.

Note : If you always use usual commercial distilled water it is not necessary to descale the boiler.

Caution

• Do not use condensation water from the drier!
• Do not fill in detergents or other additives!
• Remove the safety cap from the device.
• Empty the steam boiler to remove existing water (see Fig.).
• Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1 liter of fresh tap water.

Note : You can cut down the heating-up time by using warm water. Screw the safety cap back onto the device.

Turning on the Appliance

• Place the unit securely on a firm surface.

Caution
The appliance must not be carried during cleaning.

• Insert the mains plug into a socket.
• Press the ON switch to turn on the appliance. Both indicator lamps must illuminate.

Caution

• Do not turn the appliance on without water in the boiler. Otherwise, the appliance may overheat (see Help with faults).
• The orange indicator lamp goes out after approximately 8 minutes. The steam cleaner is ready to use.

Adjusting the Steam Quantity
Use the selector switch for the steam volume to regulate the discharged steam. The selector switch has three positions:

• Set the selector switch to the required steam volume.
• While operating the steam switch, always direct the steam gun at a separate piece of cloth until the steam is emitted evenly.

Note : The heating of the steam cleaner is turned on at regular intervals during the operation of the appliance to maintain the pressure in the boiler at a constant level. When the heating is turned on, the orange indicator lamp (heater) lights up.

Refilling Water

Water needs to be filled into the boiler if the steam volume decreases during work and no more steam is emitted in the end. Note: The safety lock cannot be opened as long as slight pressure remains in the boiler.

• Press the OFF switch to turn off the appliance.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• Push the steam switch until the steam discharge stops. Now, the boiler of the appliance is unpressurized.
• Remove the safety cap from the device.

Danger
A residual amount of steam may be emitted when you open the safety lock. Be careful when opening the safety lock, there is a risk of scalding. Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1 liter of fresh tap water.

Danger
If the boiler is hot, there is the risk of scalding as the water may splash back during the filling process! Do not fill any detergents or other additives into the boiler!

• Screw the safety cap back onto the device.
• Insert the mains plug into a socket.
• Press the ON switch to turn on the appliance. Both indicator lamps must illuminate.
• The orange indicator lamp goes out after approximately 8 minutes. The steam cleaner is ready to use.

Turning Off the Appliance

• Press the OFF switch to turn off the appliance.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

Storing the Appliance

Illustrations – G AND H

• Fasten the power nozzle to the detail nozzle.
• Insert the manual nozzle and detail nozzle onto each extension pipe.
• Put the extension pipes into the large accessory compartments.
• Put the round brush into the medium accessory compartments.
• Hook the floor nozzle into the parking position.
• Wrap the steam hose around the extension pipes and insert the steam pistol into the floor nozzle.

How to Use the Accessories

Important application instructions

Cleaning floor surfaces
It is recommended to sweep or vacuum the floor before using the steam cleaner. This way, the floor is already cleared of dirt/loose particles before the wet cleaning.

Refreshing textiles
Prior to treatment with the steam cleaner, always check the reaction of the textiles in an inconspicuous location: Steam at first, then let dry, and then check for color or shape changes.

Cleaning of Coated or Lacquered Surfaces
When cleaning painted or plastic-coated surfaces, as found on kitchen and living room furniture, doors, and parquet; wax, furniture polish, plastic surfaces or paint can come loose or stains can be created. When cleaning these surfaces, briefly steam a cloth and wipe the surfaces with it.

Caution
Never direct the steam jet at glued edges as the edge band may loosen. Do not use the steam cleaner on unsealed wooden or parquet floors.

Cleaning of Glass
In case of low outside temperatures, especially in the winter, warm up the window pane by slightly steaming the entire glass surface. This will prevent tensions on the surface which might lead to glass breakage. Then clean the window surface with the hand nozzle and attachment. Use a squeegee to remove the water or wipe the surfaces dry.

Caution
Do not direct steam onto the sealed locations of the window frame to prevent damage.

Steam gun
You can use the steam gun without any additional accessories, e.g.:

• to remove odors and wrinkles from hanging clothes by steaming them at a distance of 10 to 20 cm.
• to remove dust from plants. Here, keep a distance of 20-40 cm.
• for moist dusting, by briefly steaming the cloth and wiping the furniture with it.

Detail nozzle
The closer this nozzle is to the contaminated area, the higher the cleaning effect, as the temperature and the steam are highest at the nozzle output. Especially suited for cleaning difficult access locations, joints, fittings, drains, sinks, toilets, blinds, and heaters. Heavy limescale can be drenched in vinegar before steam-cleaning. Let the vinegar penetrate for about 5 minutes.

Round brush
The round brush can be installed onto the detail nozzle as an accessory. Attached brushes can therefore be used to remove heavy soiling.

Caution
Not suited for the cleaning of sensitive surfaces.

Illustration
Attach the round brush to the detail nozzle.

Hand nozzle
Pull the terry cloth cover over the hand nozzle. Especially well-suited for small washable areas, shower stalls, and mirrors.

Floor nozzle
Suited for all washable walls and floor coverings, e.g. stone floors, tiles, and PVC floors. Work slowly on very dirty surfaces to allow the steam to act on the dirt for a longer period.

Note : Detergent residue or care emulsions that are still present on the surfaces to be cleaned, can lead to smears when steam cleaned. However, these will disappear with repeated cleaning procedures.

Illustration F
Attach the floor cloth to the floor nozzle.

1. Fold the floor cloth the long way and place the floor nozzle on top of it.
2. Open holding clamps.
3. Place the cloth ends into the openings. 4 Close the holding clamps.

Caution
Do not insert fingers between the clamps.

Parking the floor nozzle

Illustration G
During work breaks, hook the floor nozzle into the parking holder.

Maintenance and care

Danger
Always disconnect the mains plug and allow the steam cleaner to cool down before performing any maintenance work.

Rinsing the boiler
Rinse the steam cleaner boiler at the latest after 10 boiler fillings.

• Fill the boiler with water and shake it strongly. This dissolves lime scaling residing on the boiler bottom.
• Empty water out.

Descaling the boiler {I}

Note : If you always use usual commercial distilled water it is not necessary to descale the boiler. As limescale builds up on the boiler walls, we recommend descaling the boiler in the following intervals (RF=reservoir fillings):

Note : Please contact your Conservancy Board or the local water supply company to inquire about the hardness of your water.

• Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• Allow the device to cool down.
• Remove the safety cap from the device.
• Empty the steam boiler to remove existing water (see Fig.).
• Warning Only use products approved by KÄRCHER to exclude any damages to the appliance.
• User the KÄRCHER decalcifier sticks (order no. 6.295-206) to decalcify the water. Please follow the dosing instructions on the packaging while using the decalcifying solution.

Caution
Use caution when filling and emptying the steam cleaner. The descaling solution can have an aggressive effect on delicate surfaces. Pour the descaling solution into the boiler and allow it to react for approximately 8 hours.

Warning

• Do not screw the safety lock on the appliance during the decalcifying.
• Do not use the steam cleaner as long as there is a decalcifying agent in the boiler.
• Empty the descaling solution after 8 hours. A small amount of the solution will remain in the boiler. Therefore, you should rinse the boiler two to three times with cold water to remove any residues of the descaler.
• Empty the steam boiler to remove existing water (see Fig.I ).

Care of the Accessories

Note : The floorcloth and the terry cloth cover have been pre-washed and can be used immediately for working with the steam cleaner. You can wash dirty floorcloths and terry cloth covers in the washing machine at 60°C. Do not use a liquid softener as this would affect the ability of the clothes to pick up dirt. You may tumble dry the clothes.

Troubleshooting

Often, failures have simple causes and you can do the troubleshooting yourself using the following overview. If you are in doubt or if the failure is not listed here please contact the authorized customer service.

Danger
Always disconnect the mains plug and allow the steam cleaner to cool down before performing any maintenance work. Repair works may only be performed by the authorized customer service.

Long heating-up time

Steam boiler is decalcified
Describe the steam boiler.

No steam
No water in the steam boiler.

• Turn off the appliance.
• See „Refilling Water“ Page 10. Steam lever cannot be pressed anymore Steam switch is secured with the lock /child-proof lock.
• Move the selector switch for the steam volume to the front.

High water output

• Steam chamber too full
  Press the steam gun until less water is emitted.

• Steam boiler is decalcified
  Describe the steam boiler.

Spare parts
Use only original KÄRCHER spare parts. You will find a list of spare parts at the end of these operating instructions

Customer Service

Australia
KÄRCHER Pty. Ltd. 40 Koornang Road Scoresby, Victoria 3179 1800 675 714 (Free Call) www.karcher.com.au

New Zealand
Karcher Ltd. 12 Ron Driver Place East Tamaki, Aukland (09) 274-4603 www.karcher.co.nz

Technical specifications

Power connection

• Voltage 220-240 V 1~50/60 Hz
• Protection class IPX4
•  Protective class I

Performance data

• Heating output 1500W
• Operating pressure max. 0,32 MPa
• Heating time 8 Minutes
• Steam volume
• Continuous steaming 50 g/min
• Steam push max. 110 g/min

Dimensions

• Boiler capacity 1,0 l
• Weight (without accessories) 3,1 kg
• Width 250 mm
• Length 382 mm
• Height 256 mm

Subject to technical modifications!

Spare Parts

www.karcher.com.au

www.karcher.co.nz

FAQ’s

Can I use the steam cleaner in hazardous areas?

No, the appliance may not be used in areas where a risk of explosion is present. Observe the corresponding safety provisions.

Can I clean electrical appliances with the steam cleaner?

No, the device should not be used to clean electrical appliances such as ovens, exhausts, microwaves, televisions, lamps, hair dryers, electrical heating systems, etc.

What should I do if the power cord or steam hose is damaged?

Arrange for immediate exchange by an authorized customer service or a skilled electrician.

References

• Cleaning Appliances & Solutions for Home & Commercial Use | Kärcher New Zealand
• Powerful Cleaning Machines and Solutions for Home, Commercial or Industrial Use | Kärcher Australia
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