WORX WX770L, WX770L.X Steam Storm 20V Cordless Handheld Steam Cleaner Instruction Manual

20V Cordless Handheld Steam Cleaner

WX770L WX770L.X
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1-866-354-WORX (9679)

WX770L, WX770L.X Steam Storm 20V Cordless Handheld Steam Cleaner

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT SAFETY

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE DANGER – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Remove the battery pack immediately.

2. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.

3. Except when charging, always remove the battery pack immediately after using.

4. The filling aperture shall not be opened during use.

5. The liquid or steam must not be directed towards equipment containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.

6. The steam is hot, do not spray towards the operator, bystanders, or pets, otherwise they will be scalded

7. Remove or disconnect the battery pack after using and before carrying out user maintenance or cleaning on the appliance.

8. The appliance shall not be left unattended while it is connected to the battery pack.

9. The appliance is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

10. Keep the appliance out of reach of children when it is in use or cooling down.

11. This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards  involved.
    Children shall not play with the appliance.

12. The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance.

13. The tool shall be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

14. Use battery operated tool only with specifically designed battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

15. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper, clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns or a fire.

16. Do not incinerate the tool even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.

Additional safety rules for your steam cleaner

1. Always allow the steam cleaner to cool before storing.
2. Do not leave the steam cleaner unattended when in use.
3. This product is designed for light domestic use only, it is not designed for industrial purposes and every care has been taken to make the steam cleaner safe, accidents can happen. By following the simple safety guide, you can avoid serious accidents.
4. Be aware that heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are out of sight.
5. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Store indoors. Read instruction manual before using.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children or invalids.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged battery pack, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
4. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
5. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
6. Always turn all controls to “off” first, then remove the battery pack.
7. WARNING – During use, do not place or leave the appliance where it is expected to be: 1) Subject to damage by an animal, or 2) Exposed to weather.
8. WARNING – Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge or listed in this instruction.
9. WARNING – Use only the battery or battery pack supplied by the manufacturer or listed in this instruction.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK
a) Do not dismantle, open or shred battery pack.
b) Do not expose battery pack to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
c) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not store battery packs haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short- circuited by other metal objects. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or fire.
d) Do not subject battery pack to mechanical shock.
e) In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
f) Do not use any battery pack which is not designed for use with the equipment.
g) Keep battery pack out of the reach of children.
h) Always purchase the battery pack recommended by the device manufacturer for the equipment.
i) Keep battery pack clean and dry.
j) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
k) Battery pack needs to be charged before use.
Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.
l) Do not leave battery pack on prolonged charge when not in use.
m) After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.
n) Recharge only with the charger specified by WORX. Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment.
o) Retain the original product literature for future reference.
p) Use only the battery pack in the application for which it was intended.
q) Remove the battery pack from the equipment when not in use.
r) Dispose of properly.
s) Do not mix cells of different manufacture, capacity, size or type within a device.
t) Keep the battery away from microwaves and high pressure.

POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash.
After the batteries’ life cycle is ended, then please call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.

SYMBOLS

| To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual
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| Warning
| Wear eye protection
| CAUTION: Hot surface. Danger of scalding. Avoid Contact.
| Batteries may enter water cycle if disposed improperly, which can be hazardous for ecosystem. Do not dispose of waste batteries as unsorted municipal waste.
| Do not burn
| Li-Ion battery,  battery must be recycled
| Make sure the battery is removed prior to changing accessories or making any adjustments to the tool.

COMPONENT LIST

1. ON/OFF BUTTON
2.  BATTERY PACK *
3. INDICATOR LIGHT
4. WATER TANK
5. BATTERY PACK RELEASE BUTTON *
6. BALL VALVE
7. NYLON BRISTLE BRUSH
8. GROUT TOOL
9. FABRIC STEAMER AND CLOTH
10. FLAT SCRAPER TOOL
11. ANGLE CONCENTRATOR TOOL

• Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

TECHNICAL DATA

Type Designation: WX770L WX770L.X(770-designation of machinery, representative of battery-powered handheld steam cleaner )

| WX770L WX770L.X**
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Voltage| 20V   Max***
Water tank capacity| 4.1 oz (120 ml)
Runtime| 8 min (2.0Ah)
16 min (4.0Ah)
Steam temperature| 220 °F (105 °C)

**X may be followed by one or two characters. All models are the same except model number and trademark. The suffix in models may be number from “1” to “999” or English letter “A” to “Z” or “M1” to” M9” which means different package or the various of accessories packed in the package.
*** Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.

SUGGESTED BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the tool. Refer to the accessory packaging for further details. Store personnel can assist you and offer advice.

INTENDED USE

The machine is intended for steam cleaning.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Before using the machine, read the instruction book carefully.

WARNING: Keep the machine pointed away from yourself and others when operating.
Always remove the battery pack when machine is not in use. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION

NOTE: When using the fabric steamer for cleaning, attach cloth over it before assembling it with the machine.| See Fig. A4
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to connect any accessories while the machine is emitting steam. Doing so could result in burns or other injury.|
Installing/removing the battery pack| See Fig. B1, B2
Checking the battery condition NOTE: Fig. C only applies for the battery pack with battery
indicator light.| See Fig. C
Charging the battery pack| See Fig. D
Filling with water
NOTE: Please fill with cool water or you will cause damage to the water tank.
NOTE: It is suggested to use distilled or demineralized water if your water contains a high level of mineral content.
NOTE: Please ensure that the water level in the water tank remains sufficient, and refill the water tank promptly whenever the water level is low. Turn off the steam cleaner before refilling the water.
NOTE: It’s possible that there is some leftover water in the water tank that remained from testing.| See Fig. E1, E2, E3, E4
OPERATION|
Press and hold down the on/off button for 2 seconds to turn on the machine
– The white light will start flashing and then will become solid before the machine starts to work.
– Wait for about 8 seconds for the steam to come out.
NOTE: When using the machine for the first time, it will take a little longer (≈20 s) for the steam to come out.
NOTE: When you use your SteamStorm for the first time or after it has been idle for a long period, it will automatically perform a self-check to ensure that all systems are functioning properly. This process may take up to 20 seconds before steam is generated.
WARNING: Keep the steam cleaner away from people, pets, and plants before pressing the on/off button.| See Fig. F
Steam cleaning
-Use a slight back-and-forth motion over the area you are steaming.
NOTE: Please ensure that the ball valve is submerged in water during use.
WARNING: Do not touch the steam outlet area while the steam cleaner is working Press the on/off button to turn off the machine after cleaning.| See Fig. G

ATTACHMENT OF ACCESSORIES
A number of accessories have been supplied with this product and are required for use in different applications.

1. NYLON BRISTLE BRUSH
   The NYLON BRISTLE BRUSH is utilized for scrubbing stubborn dirt and grime.

2. GROUT TOOL
   The GROUT TOOL is utilized for scrubbing small cracks and crevices.

3. FABRIC STEAMER AND CLOTH
   The FABRIC STEAMER is utilized for refreshing upholstered surfaces such as car interiors, car seats, patio
   cushions, pillows, and more.

4. FLAT SCRAPER TOOL
   The FLAT SCRAPER TOOL is utilized for removing sticky messes.

5. ANGLE CONCENTRATOR TOOL
   The ANGLE CONCENTRATOR TOOL is utilized for cleaning hard-to-reach areas or surfaces.

FOR BATTERY TOOLS
The ambient temperature range for the use and storage of tool and battery is 0 °C-45 °C (32 °F-113 °F).
The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging system during charging is 0 °C-40 °C (32 °F104°F).

MAINTENANCE

Remove the battery pack from the machine before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store your machine in a dry place. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean.
Keep all working controls free of dust. If you see some sparks flashing in the ventilation slots, this is normal and will not damage your machine.

CLEANING

1. Fill the water tank with water (100ml or more).

2. Add 5g of citric acid to the water tank.

3. Insert a fully charged battery pack into the machine.

4. Turn on the machine and allow it to operate until all the water in the tank is depleted.
   NOTE:
   • Avoid using the machine for cleaning during this process to prevent acidic substances from causing damage to the cleaning surface.
   • The steam emitted during this process may appear yellow-brown, and there may be drops of yellow-brown liquid, which is the dissolved dirt inside the machine and is considered normal.

5. Refill the tank with clean water and let the machine run until the steam appears normal.

6. Use a clean towel to wipe the steam outlet area, ensuring there is no residue of citric acid.

NOTE: Regularly using citric acid for cleaning contributes to maintaining product performance. Please follow the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations and use the cleaner recommended by the manufacturer.

STORAGE

Remove the battery pack from the machine before storage.

1. Allow the steam cleaner to cool before storage.
2. Remove any connected accessories and drain any remaining water in water tank before storage.
3. Store in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children.
4. Do not place other objects on the product.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The machine turns on but fails to emit steam and the indicator light does not illuminate.| The battery pack is not attached well.| Reinstall the battery pack.
Defective battery| Replace with a new battery pack.
The machine fails to emit steam. The Indicator Light does illuminate.| No water in water tank| Fill with water
Other problems| Contact service agent.
Steam emission is weak or intermittent.| Water level in water tank is running low| Fill with water
Red light flashing| Temperature fault of battery| Turn off the machine and remove the battery. Wait until the battery
temperature returns to normal status.
Replace with a new battery pack.
Battery is low| Replace with a new battery pack or recharge the battery pack.
Defective machine| Contact service agent.

Positec USA, Inc. Charlotte, NC 28216 USA

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References

• www.ca.gov | California State Portal
• P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Lawn & Garden Equipment | Innovative Power Tools | WORX

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