Karcher SC5 EasyFix Iron Plug Steam Cleaner Instruction Manual

Karcher SC5 EasyFix Iron Plug Steam Cleaner

General notes
Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly. 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.

Note for Switzerland:
The device may only be operated indoors.

Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of 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.com/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)

Description of the device

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 illustrations, refer to the graphics page. Illustration A

1. Device socket with cover
2. Water reservoir
3. Carrying handle for the water reservoir
4. Selector switch
5. Control panel
6. Display – OFF position
7. Display – water shortage (red)
8. Display – heating (green)
9. Steam stage 1
10. Steam stage 2
11. Steam stage 3
12. Steam stage 4
13. VapoHydro function steam stage
14. Display – iron detection
15. Display – steam gun detection
16. Cap for accessory compartment
17. Maintenance lock
18. Carrying handle
19. Holder for accessories
20. Accessory storage compartment
21. Mains connection cable storage compartment
22. Park bracket for floor nozzle
23. Mains connection cable with mains plug
24. Non-driven wheels (2 x)
25. Steering roller
26. Steam gun
27. Steam lever
28. Unlocking button
29. Child lock
30. Steam hose
31. Steam connector
32. Spotlight nozzle
33. Round brush (small, black)
34. ** Round brush (small, yellow)
35. ** Power nozzle
36. ** Round brush (large)
37. Manual nozzle
38. Microfibre cover for manual nozzle
39. Extension tubes (2 x)
40. Unlocking button
41. Floor nozzle
42. Hook and loop fastener
43. Microfibre floor cloth
44. ** Carpet glider
45. Descaler
46. ** Steam pressure iron
47. Indicator light (orange) – heating
48. Steam switch (bottom)
49. Steam connector

Installation

Installing accessories

1. Open the cover on the device socket. Illustration B
2. Connect the steam connector to the device socket so that the steam connector audibly engages. Illustration B
3. Push the open end of the accessory onto the steam gun so that the unlocking button on the steam gun engages. Illustration H
4. Push the open end of the accessory onto the spotlight nozzle. Illustration I
5. Connect the extension tubes with the steam gun. a Push the 1st Push the first extension tube onto the steam gun so that the unlocking button on the steam gun engages. The connection pipe is connected. b Push the 2nd extension tube onto the 1st extension tube. The connection pipes are connected. Illustration J

Disconnecting accessories

1. Set the child lock to the rear.
   The steam lever is locked.

2. Push the cover on the device socket down and disconnect the steam connector from the device socket.

3. Push the unlocking button and pull the parts apart. Illustration O

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

1. Pull the water reservoir vertically upwards. Illustration C
2. 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.
3. Insert the water reservoir and press downwards until it locks into place.

Filling the water reservoir directly on the device

1. 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

Switching 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.
Note: 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.

1. Place the device on a firm surface.
2. Insert the mains plug into a socket. Illustration E
3. Turn the selector switch from the OFF position to the steam stages. Illustration F The steam gun display lights up green. The steam stage display lights up white and/or the VapoHydro stage lights up red. The green heating indicator light flashes.
4. Wait until the green heating indicator stays on. Illustration G
5. 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 5 steam stages for varying types of soiling.

• Steam stage 1
  • For light soiling, e.g. dust
  • For objects and surfaces, e.g. plants, sensitive, painted or coated surfaces
• Steam stage 2
  • For light to moderate soiling, e.g. finger marks, dust, food remnants, raindrops, toothpaste splashes
  • For objects and surfaces, e.g. closed heaters, mirrors, windows, plastic/metal surfaces
• Steam stage 3
  • For moderate to heavy soiling, e.g. light grease residues, finger marks, fly droppings, food or toothpaste splashes
  • For objects and surfaces, e.g. kitchen and bathroom surfaces, windows, ceramic hobs, wall tiles, tiled floors, PVC, linoleum
• Steam stage 4
  • For heavy soiling, e.g. older food encrustations, detergent residues, superficial lime residue, stubborn grease residues, dried on water marks, soap residue
  • For objects and surfaces, e.g. tiled floors, PVC, linoleum, wall tiles, tile grout, sinks, shower trays, bath tubs, bathroom fittings
• Steam stage 5 – VapoHydro function
  • For areas with an irregular surface, areas with nooks and crannies that can be sprayed with water, e.g. stubborn encrustations, dirt that has collected in the corners and gaps, soap residue, superficial lime residue
  • For objects and surfaces, e.g. bathroom fittings, inner window frames (not wooden frames), bathroom shelves, cooker hobs, shower cubicles, drains

1. Set the selector switch for the steam volume to required steam volume.
2. Press the steam lever.
3. 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.
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.

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.

Switching off the device

1. Turn the trigger to “OFF” position. Illustration N The device is switched off.
2. Set the child lock to the rear. The steam lever is locked.
3. Push the cap on the device socket down and disconnect the steam connector from the device socket.
4. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
5. Drain the water reservoir.

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

1. Switch the device off; see Chapter Switching off the device.
2. Allow the device to cool down.
3. Drain the water reservoir.
4. Remove the accessory/accessories from the accessory holders.
5. Open the cap of the accessory compartment.
6. Remove the accessory/accessories from the accessory compartment.
7. 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 R
8. 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.
9. Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler. Illustration S

Storing the device

1. Store the power nozzle and round brush in the accessory compartment.
2. Connect a manual nozzle to one extension tube.
3. Connect the extension tubes to the accessory holders.
4. First insert the extension tube and then the spotlight nozzle in the accessory storage compartment
5. Hang the floor nozzle in the park bracket. Illustration P
6. Wind the steam hose around the extension tube and connect the steam gun to the floor nozzle. Illustration Q
7. Store the mains cable in the storage for the mains cable.
8. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. Push the manual nozzle onto the steam gun according to the spotlight nozzle. Illustration H
2. 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 during steam cleaning, which will disappear however once these have been used several times.

We recommend sweeping the floor or vacuum cleaning it before using the device. 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 has longer to take effect.

1. Connect the extension tubes with the steam gun. Illustration J
2. Push the floor nozzle onto the extension tube. Illustration K
3. Fasten the floor cleaning cloth to the floor nozzle. a Place the floor cleaning cloth with the hook and loop fastener strips pointing upwards on the floor. b 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

1. 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

1. Hang the floor nozzle in the park bracket during breaks in work. Illustration P

Initial startup of steam pressure iron

ATTENTION

Material damage due to condensate/moisture
Ironing may cause condensation to drip on the floor and damage sensitive floor coverings. If possible, perform ironing tasks on a floor covering which is insensitive to condensation (e.g. tiles/stone). For sensitive floor covering, ensure that the area on which condensation can drip is adequately protected (e.g. water-impermeable floor mat).
Note: The iron plate must be hot to prevent steam from condensing on the sole plate and dripping onto the ironing laundry.
Note: 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

1. 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.
2. Insert the steam plug of the iron into the unit plug until it clicks into place.
3. Putting the steam cleaner into operation, see chapter Switching on the device.
4. Wait until the steam cleaner is ready for use.
5. The iron is ready for use as soon as the indicator light (orange) has gone out.
6. The warning light comes on during use, when the iron is reheating. The application must not be interrupted during reheating.

Steam ironing

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: With the fixed, optimal temperature setting, all ironable textiles can be ironed without additional temperature setting. Smooth delicate fabrics and imprints on the back with steam without direct contact with the iron. Steaming the fabrics at a distance of 2 to 3 cm will gently straighten the fibres.

Note: The iron is fitted with an automatic switch-off which switches off the device if it has not been moved for more than 5 minutes. This automatic shut-off increases safety and saves energy as the iron does not heat up continuously. The iron will switch back on as soon as it is moved and start heating up.
Note: The iron can be held vertically for steaming curtains, dresses, etc.

1. As soon as the heating indicator light (orange) of the iron goes out, ironing can be started.
2. Press the steam switch on the handle below. Steam emits as long as the switch is pressed.
3. 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.

Note: With the fixed, optimal temperature setting, all ironable textiles can be ironed without additional temperature setting. Delicate fabrics and prints should not be dry ironed.

• Wait until the heating indicator light (orange) of the iron 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).

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.

1. Switching off the device, see chapter Switching on the device.

2. Allow the device to cool down.

3. Drain the water reservoir.

4. Remove the accessory/accessories from the accessory holders.

5. Open the cap of the accessory compartment

6. Remove the accessory from the accessory compartment.

7. 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 R

8. Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler. Illustration S
   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.

9. Apply descaler solution to the descaler according to the details.

10. Fill the descaler solution into the steam boiler. Do not seal the steam boiler.

11. Allow the descaler solution to take effect for approx. 8 hours.

12. Drain descaler solution completely out of the steam boiler.

13. Repeat the descaling process if necessary.

14. Rinse the steam boiler 2-3 times with cold water in order to drain all the descaler solution residue.

15. Drain the water completely out of the steam boiler. Illustration S

16. Dry the mounting for the grid connection cable.

17. Close the maintenance lock with an extension tube.

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.

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

The water tank is not inserted correctly or is calcified.

1. Remove the water reservoir.
2. Rinse the water reservoir.
3. 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 (selector switch for steam volume) 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.

The steam pressure iron “spits” water

• 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.

Technical data

Documents / Resources

| Karcher SC5 EasyFix Iron Plug Steam Cleaner [pdf] Instruction Manual
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References

• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Dealer Search | Kärcher International
• Home and Garden Warranty Registration USA - Kärcher

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