Kärcher SC 1122 Operating Instructions Manual

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12 EnglishÎ Pour the descaling solution into the boil-er and allow it to react for approximately8 hours. WARNINGDo not screw the steam boiler cap on theappliance during the descaling. Do not usethe steam cleaner as long as there is des-caling agent in the boiler.Î Empty the descaling solution after 8hours. A small amount of the solutionwill remain in the boiler. Therefore, youshould rinse the boiler two to threetimes with cold water to remove anyresidues of the descaler.Î The steam cleaner is now ready for useagain.Allow the accessory parts to dry completelybefore storing them.Î Do not place the floor nozzle (H1), themanual nozzle (E1), and the roundbrush (D2) onto the bristles during thecooling and drying process to avoid adeformation of the bristles.Note: The floorcloth and the terry cloth cov-er have been pre-washed and can be usedimmediately for working with the steamcleaner.Î You can wash dirty floorcloths and terrycloth covers in the washing machine at60°C. Do not use a liquid softener asthis would affect the ability of the clothsto pick up dirt. You may tumble dry thecloths.Often, failures have simple causes and youcan do the troubleshooting yourself usingthe following overview. If you are in doubtor if the failure is not listed here please con-tact the authorized customer service. Risk of electric shock!Repair works may only be performed by theauthorized customer service.Î Descale the steam boiler.No water in the steam boiler. Water scarcitythermostat switches off the heating.Î Turn off the appliance.Î See "Refilling Water" Page 8Steam switch ist secure with the lock /child-proof lock (C3).Î Push the steam switch lock (C3) to theback.The steam plug is not completely insertedinto the unit plug socket.Î Tightly insert the steam plug into the ap-pliance connector. The plug must clickinto place audibly.Only use original KÄRCHER spare parts.You will find a list of spare parts at the endof this document.Care of the AccessoriesTroubleshootingLong heating-up timeSteam boiler is decalcified.No steamRed low-water indicator lamp lights up.Steam lever cannot be pressed anymoreCheck the steam plugSpare Parts