LEIFHEIT CleanTenso Power Steam Mop Cleaner User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- LEIFHEIT
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LEIFHEIT CleanTenso Power Steam Mop Cleaner
Dear Customer
We congratulate you on the purchase of your new Leifheit CleanTenso steam cleaner. You’ve made an excellent choice in your purchase of this highly- regarded product from the Leifheit family of quality home care products. Please read the operating instructions carefully before using this appliance and store these for later reference or for the benefit of subsequent owners. They will help you to use the device sensibly and correctly from the get go and avoid faulty operation. Please pay particular attention to the safety instructions provided in this manual. We sincerely hope that you will be satisfied with the steam cleaner. Simply call us if you have any questions or feedback about this product
The Leifheit team will be happy to help you.
Parts list
- Chassis
- Mop head
- Carpet glider base
- Microfibre floor cleaning cloth
- Water reservoir
- Operating instructions
Check the contents against the parts list for completeness and for any damage during shipping. If you discover any shipping damage, do not use the appliance and contact Customer Service immediately.
Product overview
- Handle
- Steam button
- Folding handle release button
- Chassis
- Cable holder
- Top hook for retractable cable (rotatable)
- Steam control knob with ON/OFF switch
- Handle for removable water reservoir
- Water reservoir
- Water reservoir cap
- Mains plug with cable
- Power indicator
- Steam indicator light
- Lower hook for retractable cable
- Mop head release button
- Mop head
- Microfibre floor cleaning cloth
- Floor cloth tab
- Carpet glider base
Technical specifications
- Voltage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220-240 V~, 50-60 Hz
- Protection class: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I
- Degree of protection: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IPX4
- Heat capacity: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 W
- Water reservoir capacity: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 680 ml
- Weight (without accessories): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 kg
Authorised use
This device is only intended for thorough and hygienic steam cleaning of heat- resistant surfaces. These surfaces (e.g. hard floors such as tile, stone floors and smooth or sealed surfaces) must be suited for exposure to the high temperatures and moisture of a steam cleaning treatment. Do not use this appliance on untreated wood floors! Use of this product may reduce the gloss of wax-treated surfaces (or in rare cases also on unwaxed floors). We recommend that you first test the steam cleaner in an inconspicuous place and if in doubt, seek an expert opinion from a professional. Only use the device with accessories and spare parts approved by Leifheit. Any use going beyond this is considered improper and can cause damage or injury. Please note that this product is only intended for household use. Leifheit provides no manufacturer warranty for commercial use. If the device is misused or incorrectly or improperly operated, no liability shall be assumed for any damage.
Safety instructions
Surfaces on this appliance can get hot during use! Risk of scalding from discharged steam!
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This product may be used by individuals with impaired physical, sensory or mental faculties and/or a lack of experience and/ or knowledge when supervised or instructed regarding safe use of the equipment and educated about the resulting risks. Children must not play with this product!
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The packaging materials (plastic bag, polystyrene etc.) are a potential hazard and must be kept away from children!
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Inspect the product for damage after unpacking it. In the event of any doubt, contact Customer Service and do not use the device!
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Only use the device if it is fully assembled and functional!
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Only operate the steam cleaner at the voltage shown on the identification plate on the back of the device.
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If possible, do not use any adapters, power strips and/or extension cables. However, if this is necessary, only use one that complies with the safety instructions and under no circumstances exceed the maximum power rating of the adapter, power strip or extension.
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Place the mains power cable where it is in no danger of being tripped over, crimped or kinked.
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Check the floor cleaning cloth for wear before each use. It must not be used if it shows visible wear! Your floor covering could be damaged!
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Do not leave the product unattended while connected to a mains socket.
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Improper use or unauthorised repairs can be dangerous and may void the warranty. For necessary repairs, please contact Leifheit’s Customer Service department.
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If your hands are wet, do not touch the plug or operate the steam cleaner!
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Do not place your hands or feet under the steam cleaner! It can get very hot and may cause burns.
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Surfaces may become very hot due to the steam and can cause burns if touched.
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To avoid the risk of explosion or short circuit, do not operate the appliance in close proximity to corrosive or explosive substances.
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Do not use the steam cleaner on leather, waxed furniture or flooring, synthetic fabrics or non-waterproof materials.
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Keep loose clothing, hair, fingers and other body parts away from all openings.
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Never direct the liquid or steam jet toward electrical outlets or devices containing electrical components, such as the inside of an oven, furnace etc.
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Never turn the appliance upside down or on its side during use.
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Do not expose electrical wiring components (on/off switches etc.) to water. If the device accidentally becomes immersed in water, immediately disconnect the mains plug. Never touch the water to remove the appliance – you can be electrocuted!
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The mains power cable must not come in contact with any sharp edges or hot surfaces.
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Avoid yanking the cable or pulling the device around by the cable. When disconnecting the mains plug from the socket, always pull on the plug itself and never on the power cable. Never use the appliance if either the mains cable or plug are damaged. If this happens, contact Customer Service.
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To avoid damaging the cable, only wind it around the two cable holders provided.
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Only operate the steam cleaner on flat, horizontal surfaces (not on walls, countertops or windows). Use extra care when cleaning stairs. Do not place the device on stairs or furniture as this can lead to injury or damage.
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Do not operate the steam cleaner without water in the water reservoir.
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Do not carry the device by the water tank handle.
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Do not insert any objects into the openings of the appliance.
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The product should not be used if it has
been dropped, visibly damaged or leaks. Call the Leifheit Service Hotline if you are unsure. -
Do not use the steam cleaner in a confined space with vapours, solvent-based paints, thinners, flammable particles or other explosive or toxic fumes.
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Allow the steam cleaner to cool down sufficiently before removing the microfibre cloth.
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Turn the steam cleaner off before removing the plug from the wall outlet.
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Keep the appliance away from flammable materials such as e.g. curtains, drapes etc.
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Do not clean over electrical floor outlets.
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Do not use the device to heat a room.
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Do not leave the device unattended while plugged into an outlet. Pull the mains plug from the socket: – when the appliance is either not in use or will not be used for a long period. – when cleaning or servicing the appliance. – during a storm.
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Keep the appliance out of the reach of children when it is turned on or is still cooling down.
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Allow the device to cool down completely before stowing it away for storage.
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Follow the standard safety precautions for the equipment.
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Never store or use the appliance outdoors. Do not expose the device to temperatures below freezing. Grounding instructions This device must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or failure, the grounding allows the current to easily dissipate, reducing the risk of electric shock. This device is equipped with a ground terminal and grounded plug The plug must be plugged into a compatible outlet, which is properly installed and grounded and complies with local regulations.
ATTENTION! Improper connection of the ground terminal may lead to electric shock! If in doubt, have an electrician or specialist check whether the connection is properly grounded. Never modify the device’s mains plug! If it does not fit in the outlet, have an electrical contractor install a suitable outlet. This product is designed for an operating voltage of 230 Volts and is equipped with a grounded mains power plug.
Set-up / Assembly
- Push the handle [1] into the chassis [4] until you hear a click.
- Then push the chassis onto the mop head [16] until you hear a click.
- Attach the microfibre floor cloth [17] to the steam foot. To do this, position the steam foot in the centre of the floor cloth such that the floor cloth slightly and evenly protrudes from the sides. For optimal performance, wash the microfibre floor cloth (at 60° C) prior to use. To prevent any damage to the appliance or floor coverings, make sure the microfibre floor cleaning cloth [17] is firmly attached to the mop head [16] .
Never use the steam cleaner without the microfibre cloth. Before use, we recommend that floors and carpets be thoroughly vacuumed.
Preparation for use
Fill the water reservoir
- Remove the water reservoir [9] by pulling it out of the chassis by the handle.
- Open the cap [10] by turning it anticlockwise and fill the reservoir.
- Replace the cap and tighten by turning it clockwise. Reattach the water reservoir [9] , inserting it until you hear a click
Do not add any decalcifiers, aromatic products, alcoholic solvents, cleaning solutions, perfumes, oils or other chemicals to the water reservoir. Evaporation of such chemicals in the fluid can lead to serious health risks. We recommend the use of distilled water to prevent the formation of residue (available in stores). Never remove the water reservoir when the steam cleaner is in use. Always make sure the water reservoir is full when operating the steam cleaner. Turning the steam cleaner on Before turning on the appliance, make sure the mop head [16] is not in the vicinity of people or pets.
- To remove the power cable, rotate the upper hook [6] . 5. For easy handling, position the cable in the cable holder [5] provided.
- Insert the mains plug [11] into the wall socket.
- To switch on the steam cleaner, turn the steam control knob [7] clockwise from the ON
- Turn the steam adjustment dial [7] to the desired amount of steam. The green steam indicator light [13] will light up for about 30 seconds after it’s turned on and signals that the appliance is ready for use. For a minimal amount of steam, turn the steam adjustment dial [7] all the way anticlockwise. This prevents the floor from getting soaked, allowing it to dry more quickly.
- Set the mop head [16] on the floor and tilt the chassis [4] backwards.
- Press the steam button [2]to release steam from the mop head. This ejects steam for a couple of seconds. To avoid soaking the cloth and the floor, just press the steam button intermittently. Following an interruption, the visibility of the steam may briefly decrease, but this will not affect the cleaning performance.
- Soak the floor cleaning cloth [17] for about 30 seconds for optimal cleaning performance. The heat and moisture in the cloth allow you to easily clean floors. Additional team soaks into the floor and requires longer drying time. During cleaning, the mop head should always be in motion. Do not clean in the same spot for too long with the team cleaner.
- To clean a carpet, set the mop head [16] with the microfibre floor cleaning cloth [17] on the carpet glider base [19], so the mop head can glide more easily over the carpet. If water is leaking from the product where it would not be expected from normal use, immediately remove the mains plug [11] and do not touch the appliance. You could be electrocuted! Please contact the Leifheit Service Hotline!
Shut-down
- To switch off the steam cleaner, turn the steam control knob [7] to the ON/OFF position. The power indicator [12] switches off. Residual steam may escape briefly after releasing the steam button!
- Next, disconnect the mains plug [11] from the socket. Place the steam cleaner on a suitable surface (e.g. tile floor) where any residual moisture in the nozzles/cleaning cloth cannot damage the floor surface. Allow the steam cleaner to cool down completely.
- Empty the water reservoir [9] and allow it to dry internally before screwing the cap [10] back on.
- Allow the steam cleaner to cool down sufficiently before removing the microfibre floor cleaning cloth. It is possible to remove the floor cloth [17] without touching it. To do this, secure the floor cloth to the tab provided [18] with your foot on the floor and lift the device away upwards.
Storage
- We recommend storing the steam cleaner with the carpet glider base [19] attached. However, the microfibre floor cleaning cloth [17] should be removed to prevent the leakage of water and formation of mould and mildew.
- Rotate the upper hook for the retractable cable [6] into the storage position as illustrated and wrap the mains cable [11] around both hooks [6], [14].
- Press the release button for the folding handle [3] and move the handle [1] to store the appliance compactly. Only store the appliance once it has cooled down completely and the water reservoir has been emptied. Store the appliance in a cool, dry place. Do not expose the steam cleaner to extreme solar radiation or weather effects such as rain or frost etc.
Maintenance / Servicing
Always remove the mains plug from the wall socket before attempting any cleaning or repair work. To clean the steam cleaner, we recommend occasionally wiping it with a moistened towel. Do not use any abrasives, alcohol, benzene or chemicals on the device. Microfibre floor cleaning cloth The microfibre floor cleaning cloth [17] may be washed in a washing machine (max. 60 °C). Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Allow the cloths to dry fully before storing. Replacement floor cleaning cloths can be purchased
Disposal
When this appliance is discarded, it should be rendered unusable (e.g. by severing the mains cable from the mains plug) and disposing of it per applicable regulations. Your local municipality can provide you with further information on this. Make sure to sort any recyclable or compostable packaging into the proper bins!
Troubleshooting
- The appliance does not turn on, the upper power indicator
- light fails to light up.
- The mains plug is not in the socket /
- power or fuse issue in the house.
- Reinsert the mains plug / Check the circuit breaker
- or consult an electrician.
The appliance is not emitting steam even though the power indicator lights up. ⇒ The appliance needs more time to heat up. ⇒ Wait about 30 seconds until the appliance has warmed up. The steam indicator light lights up. The appliance is not emitting any steam, the power indicator and the steam indicator light light up. ⇒ The water reservoir is empty. ⇒ Fill the water reservoir. ⇒ The appliance automatically turns off to prevent overheating as soon as the reservoir is emptyand the steam button is then pressed. ⇒ Wait until the appliance has cooled down sufficiently and fill the water reservoir. There is a reduced amount of steam. ⇒ The water reservoir is empty. ⇒ Fill the water reservoir
Leifheit hereby declares that this appliance is in conformity with the basic requirements of the German Product Safety Act and other applicable provisions and Directives. The EU Declaration of Conformity can be found under www.leifheit.com
References
- How housework's done today | Leifheit
- Leifheit Online-Shop: Große Auswahl an Haushaltshelfern entdecken | Leifheit
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