Portable Steam Cleaner
with Caddy
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model EP922H
120V., 60 Hz, 1550 Watts
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
94 Main Mill Street, Door 16
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Tel.: 1 (800) 798-7398
TIPS ON HOW TO USE YOUR SYSTEM
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS cont.
Bathroom Areas cont.
Hints
1. To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another appliance on the same socket
(circuit) as the steam cleaner.
2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, an extension cord rated a minimum
of 15 ampere, 14 gage cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may
overheat. Care should be taken to arrange cord so that it cannot be pulled or
tripped over.
To clean sanitary fixtures, use the
concentrator with or without detail
brush. Use a terry cloth towel or paper
towel to wipe up excess moisture and
residue.
ALWAYS FINISH CLEANING BY WIPING
DOWN THE CLEANED SURFACE WITH A
TOWEL
The portable steam cleaner has many
uses that have not been mentioned.
This was meant only to give you a
general idea of what can be achieved
with the unit. However, the ways in
which to use the attachments and
brushes are in most cases universal. It
is most helpful to always have a terry
cloth towel or paper towel ready to use
for removal of moisture and residue.
100% white cotton towels work best.
You can clean the brushes with your
steam cleaner. To clean the floor brush,
hold at one end and use the
To clean the sink and faucets, use detail
brush then finish by wiping with a towel.
3. Do not leave unattended when the system is connected to a power
supply/electrical outlet.
Automotive
To clean inside your car, use the floor
brush with a terry cloth towel attached
to clean upholstery and interior areas
just as in the home. You should not
expose the bristles to leather - use only
the brush with the terry cloth towel
attached. For detailing the wheels, use
the concentrator and the detail brush.
Exterior windows are cleaned best by
applying the vapor with the concentrator
and following with a paper towel.
To clean bicycles, use the detail brush.
To clean equipment, use the detail
brush, depending on the surface area.
Finish by wiping down with a towel.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING: This appliance is equipped with a grounded-
type 3-wire cord (3-prong plug). This plug will only fit into an
electrical outlet made for a 3-prong plug. This is a safety
feature. If the plug should fail to fit the outlet, contact an
electrician to replace the outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding pin, part of the 3-prong plug.
concentrator to simply blow off dirt into
the garbage can. When cleaning the
detail brush, use a pair of pliers to hold
and blow dirt as above or place in the
basket of your dishwasher.
Artificial Plants
Use the concentrator without a brush
attached to blow off the dust and dirt.
Note: Wipe with a towel immediately
before the cleaned area dries. When
cleaning the oven, use the detail brush
to clean around the elements and drip
trays. Use the detail brush for cracks,
crevices, and hard to reach areas.
CAUTION: Always drain condensed water from hose
before use or if unit has been left idle for a period of time. To
drain hose, direct nozzle into an appropriate container or sink
and depress hand grip steam trigger. Once hose has been
drained, normal use may be resumed. Never direct nozzle
towards people, animals or plants.
Clothing
A vapor cleaning system is excellent for
removing wrinkles from fabrics. Simply
“vaporize” the surface from a distance
(12”-18”) The dry vapor removes
wrinkles without leaving the fabric wet
like ordinary fabric steamers do.
Refrigerator - Use the concentrator to
blow away dirt in the ice machine and
on door seals. The vapor will not dry
out or crack the seals as chemicals
often do. Can openers and other
kitchen equipment can be easily
cleaned with the detail brush to get into
all the nooks and crannies. Mold stains
around door gaskets can be removed
with the detail brush.
Nicotine and Tar
Nicotine and tar dissolves at high
temperatures and becomes a light
yellow oil that has the consistency of
sewing machine oil. When the
nicotine/tar film is touched by a hot terry
cloth towel clipped over the floor brush,
it immediately dissolves and flows into
the towel. You can remove it from flat
surfaces as fast as you can move the
brush over the surface.
To clean microwaves or other small
appliances use the detail brush for
small areas.
Note: When cleaning small electrical
appliances always unplug them from
outlet before cleaning.
To clean counter tops, use the floor
brush with a terry cloth towel attached.
For heavily soiled areas, use the brush
without the terry cloth towel first in order
to loosen the debris, then follow with a
terry cloth towel attached to finish.
Removing Wax, Tar, Etc.
Many stains are only stuck on the
surface of materials and can be easily
and quickly removed by “blowing”
excess material away from the surface
from the side. This is accomplished by
using the concentrator. Hold the terry
cloth towel to the side to catch the loose
residue as it is blown by the
concentrator. Note: Always vacuum
any loose residue off the surface before
you apply vapor to it.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PORTABLE STEAM
CLEANER w/CADDY
TIPS ON HOW TO USE YOUR SYSTEM
Fiberglass or Stainless Steel Surfaces
Spot Cleaning (Carpets)
Use the floor brush or detail brush.
Slowly move the brush over the surface
to be cleaned. The vapor will emulsify
the dirt and grease on the surface.
Follow behind with a terry cloth towel
over the brush to remove excess
moisture and residue.
Tip: An old idea for polishing stainless
steel is to wipe it down with seltzer soda
water after it is cleaned.
Use the concentrator with or without the
detail brush. Move slowly over the soiled
area, allowing the steam to penetrate.
Agitate with detail brush or clean towel.
Dab the spot with the towel (do not rub).
Repeat as necessary to remove stain.
Vacuum only after the carpet has
completely dried.
Always test color fastness of carpet in an
inconspicuous area before cleaning.
If your portable steam cleaner fails to
remove stubborn stains a commercially
available carpet shampoo may be
required.
Soap Scum
Soap scum dissolves almost immediately
under a combination of heat and
moisture. Rinse the surface with a small
amount of water afterwards or go back
over it once more with a clean terry cloth
towel.
Do NOT add cleaning solutions, scented
perfumes, oils or any other chemicals to
the water used in this appliance as this
may damage the unit or make it unsafe
for use.
Note: Soap scum sometimes will develop
a hard surface from waterborne minerals.
If this is the case, use the floor brush with
no towel first to break up this surface - or
spray or wipe first with lemon, vinegar or
seltzer soda water to soften the minerals.
Moving too slowly can dry out the soap
scum and cause it to granulate on the
surface. The surface will have a gritty
feel. If this happens, apply vapor to the
surface with the open brush again and
re-clean.
Upholstery
Use the floor brush attached directly to
the hand grip with a clean white terry
cloth towel. Use fast, light strokes, avoid
getting the fabric wet. Be patient with
stubborn spots; work on a spot gently for
no more than a minute at a time, then
wait five minutes for the area to dry and
repeat. Use circular movements or back-
and-forth and side-to-side movements to
get all sides of surface fibers then blot
with a towel. Finish with a brushing in
one direction that will give the fabric a
uniform appearance.
Garden Furniture
Use any of the brushes depending on the
surface area. Work quickly when
cleaning resin outdoor furniture. Finish by
wiping with a towel
CAUTION: Always determine
the color-fastness of any fabric-
Blinds
especially with reds or blues - by taking a
clean, moist, warm towel and gently
rubbing a small area as far down on the
back or other out of the way place on the
furniture as possible. If color comes off
on the towel, you may need to have the
piece dry cleaned.
Use the detail brush to clean blinds.
Move the brush over the surface,
allowing enough time for the vapor to
penetrate. Work quickly on PVC blinds.
Test for color fastness on fabric blinds
before using. Finish by wiping with a
towel.
1. Safety Filler Cap
11. Rear Locking Latch
12. Hand Grip Storage
13. Castors (x4)
14. Extension Tubes (x2)
15. Window Squeegee
16. Floor Brush
2. Shoulder Strap
3. Power “On” Light (Red)
4. Steam Ready Light (Green)
5. Flexible Hose
6. Steam Switch
Window, Glass Surfaces and Mirrors
Use the dual edge glass and tile
squeegee. Work with the vapor jet on
using the top to bottom movements. Use
the squeegee with the vapor off to clear
the water from the glass. To do this
without leaving streaks, use lateral
movements from the top to the bottom of
the surface.
Bathroom Areas
7. Locking Button
8. Power Cord
9. Front ,Locking Tab
10. Caddy
17. Triangular Brush
18. Concentrator
19. Funnel
To clean the bathtub or shower area, use
the detail brush for grout, shower door
tracks, hard to get areas and heavily
soiled areas. The dual edge window/tile
squeegee will be the most efficient way
to clean the rest of the area. Allow plenty
of time for the heat to penetrate the
surface. This is especially helpful in the
shower area if there is tile or grout. Wipe
with towel.
20. Nylon Bristle Brushes (x2)
Technical Specifications
Voltage:
120V., 60Hz.
1550 Watts
Power:
Water Capacity:
Steam Generator:
40 US Fl. Oz. (1200 ml.)
Stainless Steel
Removal of soap scum on tile, grout, and
shower doors is also easier with the
steam cleaner.
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TIPS ON HOW TO USE YOUR SYSTEM
FEATURES OF PORTABLE STEAM CLEANER WITH
CADDY
Water
Wood, Vinyl and Marble Floors
•
Use tap water for all your cleaning
4. Heavy-duty crush-resistant
hose.
1. No more detergents or
chemicals. Just add water.
Use the floor brush with a terry cloth
attached. Move the brush across the
floor as if you are mopping. When the
towel is soiled, allow to cool, then turn
the towel over or replace it with a clean
towel. If you are working on a very dirty
area, you can move the brush over the
area slowly, several times. If it is a
wood floor, move fast to avoid heat or
moisture buildup in the wood. By
needs.
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However, if you live in an area with
hard water, use de-mineralized /
distilled water when steaming light
colored fabrics to eliminate the
possibility of hard water stains.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT add cleaning
solutions, scented perfumes, oils or any
other chemicals to the water used in
this appliance. Use tap water or
distilled/purified water if the tap
water in your area is very hard.
cleaning with the towel over the brush,
you will not affect the shine on the floor.
To Strip Wax: Use floor brush for open
areas; detail brush for corners or tight
areas - no towel, slow strokes. Work a
small area at a time - remove the
emulsified wax from the floor. When all
of the wax has been stripped,
immediately clean the floor and brushes
with water before residue has a chance
to harden on them. Go back over the
stripped area with the floor brush with a
towel to remove any remaining residue
before waxing.
5. Versatile, quick-change
accessories
2. Lightweight & Portable
WARNING: A towel wrapped
around the brush can become hot
enough to burn. Make sure that you let
the towel cool off for 5 minutes before
touching it.
Using Towels
•
For best results use 100% cotton
white terry cloth towels.
•
Use correct size of towel to allow you
to wrap the towel around the brushes
and clip it under the spring loaded
cloth holder.
To Clean Waxed Floors: Wrap clean
towel around the floor brush, brush
quickly. This will cause the dirt to be
removed but not the wax.
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The purpose of using a towel is to
absorb moisture and dirt being
removed. Always use dry towels.
A wet towel will smear the dirt.
Wash towels with strong detergent
and bleach.
Using scented fabric softener while
washing the towels will cause the
scent to be released into the air
when using the towels with your
steam system.
6. Indoor and Outdoor Use:
Bathrooms, kitchens, living
areas, pet areas and
appliances.
3. Stainless Steel Boiler:
Non-corroding, stainless
steel boiler. Welded
construction.
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Vinyl Floors: Do not allow heat to
buildup in any kind of vinyl, since it can
soften it enough to affect its texture.
Work fast on vinyl.
Automotive, patio and
windows.
Tile Floors: Use the concentrator with
the detail brush attached to an
extension. Have the floor brush with
cloth attached ready as well. Clean the
grout between the tiles with the detail
brush. Remove the detail brush and
attach the floor brush, move the brush
across the floor to clean the tile and
remove excess moisture and residue.
For areas of tile that are very dirty,
remove the towel and agitate with the
brush. Do not let the area dry before
you wipe with a towel.
Efficient Work
•
For vertical surfaces, wipe with a
towel from the top down, in this
way the dirty water will not soil
surfaces already cleaned.
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Avoid changing brushes back and
forth while cleaning.
Start with the smallest brush to
clean tight spots and corners first.
Use a towel to wipe dirt as soon as
possible, otherwise it will dry and
re-adhere to the surface.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Remove the funnel slowly and let
Components
If you consistently use demineralized or
distilled water, cleaning the tank is
unnecessary.
To Descale the Steam Cleaner
Step 1: Unplug the steam cleaner from
the power source before you
the remaining water in it to go
inside the water tank. Do Not
Overfill. Replace the Safety
Filler Cap.
Power “On” Light (red): This light will
illuminate when the unit is plugged into
the 120V. wall outlet. This light will cycle
on and off with the steam ready light.
CAUTION: Read the instructions
for “Filling the Water Tank” before
opening the Safety Cap.
descale the boiler. Allow to cool.
Rinsing Out the Steam Cleaner
Normally, a periodic rinse of your portable
steam cleaner will free it from deposits.
This is recommended every 10-15
tankfulls, to free up any scale deposits
from the tank.
Fill the boiler with 20 oz. of water and
shake the cleaner vigorously. Tilt the
cleaner upside down to empty the boiler of
water and any scale deposits.
Step 2: Fill the boiler with 1 part
vinegar and 5 parts water and
leave overnight or for a period
of approximately 8 hours. Do
not screw the safety/filler cap
onto the steam cleaner while
you are descaling the boiler.
Do not use the steam cleaner
while descaling solution is
inside the boiler.
WARNING:Allow unit to cool
for 15 minutes before refilling.
When refilling the steam cleaner
while the boiler is still hot, there is
a risk that water will squirt back
during filling and cause scalding.
Extreme care should be taken
when refilling the unit. Use
caution when opening the
CAUTION: Always unplug
before filling. ALLOW UNIT TO
COOL FOR FIFTEEN (15)
MINUTES BEFORE REFILLING.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT add cleaning
solutions, scented perfumes, oils or any
other chemicals to the water used in this
appliance. Use tap water or
distilled/purified water if the tap water
in your area is very hard.
Safety/Filler Cap as cap may
become hot during use and
escaping steam can cause
Step 3: After the period of soaking, turn
the steam cleaner upside down
to empty solution from the
Descaling Your Steam Cleaner
If the tap water in you area contains a high
level of calcium deposits and you have
been using tap water to do your steam
cleaning, you should descale your unit
after 10-15 tankfulls.
scalding.
Step 6: Connect desired attachments
onto the Flexible Steam Hose.
Step 7: Plug the unit into a standard (120
volt, grounded) wall receptacle.
Allow approximately 8-10 minutes
for vapor to reach its working
temperature and pressure. The
green ready light will illuminate
when the unit is ready for use.
Always point nozzle outlet in a safe
direction.
Filling or Refilling Your Steam
Cleaner With Water
boiler. Due to the fact that a
small amount of solution will be
left in the boiler, it is necessary
to rinse the boiler out with clean
water 2 or 3 times. Your steam
cleaner is now ready for use.
IMPORTANT: Always insure that the unit
is “UNPLUGGED” from the wall receptacle
prior to initial filling or re-filling the water
tank and has been allowed to cool for 15
minutes. Never attempt to fill this unit
under a water tap, always use the filling
funnel provided.
Step 1: Before refilling the steam cleaner,
make sure that the unit is NOT
plugged in and has been allowed to
cool for fifteen (15) minutes.
NOTE: When the steam cleaner has run
out of water, steam output will cease.
Step 2: Plug the power cord in to an electrical
outlet and press the steam switch on
the hand grip to the “ON” position to
vent of any residual steam that is in
the boiler.
Fig. 1
Step 3: Remove the power cord from the
electrical outlet and turn the steam
switch on the hand grip to the “OFF”
position.
Step 4: Place the unit on a flat, stable
surface. Slowly turn the safety filler
cap counter clockwise until it is
removed.
Step 5: Insert the funnel into the tank
opening and add 40 US Fl, Oz.
(1200 ml) of water. (Fig. 1) Place the
funnel in the tank opening as
WARNING:Allow unit to cool
for 15 minutes before refilling.
Use caution when opening the
Safety/Filler Cap as cap may
become hot during use and
escaping steam can cause
scalding.
illustrated in Fig. 1. The funnel has
been specially designed to show
when the water tank is full. When
water starts to come out of the vent
hole of the funnel, the tank is full.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Assembling the Caddy
Using Your Steam Cleaner
with Floor Brush
Step 1: Connect one of the extension
tubes to the hand grip on the
flexible steam hose. To
Attaching a Towel to the Floor
Brush
100% white terry cloth towel can be fitted
on this brush, so as to absorb the dirt and
protect delicate surfaces.
Important: Please note that bristles may
break through thin towels. To cut and make
your own towels, we recommend that you
use one (1) towel 8” x 17” folded in half or
two (2) towels 4” x 17” laid one on top of
the other be used. This will ensure that the
brush bristles do not break through and
that the towels will be sufficiently absorbent
and retain as much dirt as possible.
Using the detachable shoulder strap
allows for greater freedom of movement
when both hands are needed for
various cleaning tasks.
To attach the shoulder strap to the
steam cleaner, simply snap the
shoulder strap hooks onto the
connecting rings on the unit body.
See Fig. 17, 18 & 19.
The casters for the caddy for the
portable steam cleaner are packed
and shipped unassembled. To
assemble the casters to the caddy,
simply insert the caster stem into one
of the four (4) holes in the base and
push downward with the palm of your
hand. (Fig. 20.) Repeat for the next
three (3) casters.
attach the extension tubes
one onto the other or onto the
hand grip, press the locking
button ensuring that it fits into the
hole. (Fig. 2, Fig. 3) To
disconnect, repeat the operation
by pressing the locking button
and pulling the two sections
apart.
Fig. 17
Very Important: When installing the
towels to the floor brush, ensure that the
towels do not cover the front and the back
of the brush. (See Fig. 9)
Fig. 20
Attaching the Portable Steam
Cleaner to the Caddy
1. After you have inserted the castors
to the base of the caddy, turn the
caddy right side up on a flat, level
surface. Place it with the rear
locking latch to your right.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 18
NOTE: Fit floor brush with the angle
adapter on to the extension
tube.
Step 2: If the angle adapter is not
attached to the floor brush, hold
the brush with its bristles up in
your left hand. With the angle
adapter pointing downward,
insert it into the hole in the back
of the brush, then turn the floor
brush 180°.
Step 3: Insert the electrical power cord
into the wall outlet. Heating
time is approximately 8-10
minutes with cold water. Filling
the steam generator with hot
water will shorten the heat up
time.
2. Hold the portable steam cleaner
with the power cord also to your
right.
3. Insert the left side of the
portable steam cleaner (#1 in the
illustration below) down into
the caddy making sure that it
clips into the front locking tab.
4. Then press down on the right
side of the portable steam
Fig. 5
1. Prepare white terry cloth towel:
size 8” x 17” folded in half or place one
on top of another to have two layers.
(Fig. 5)
Fig. 19
cleaner (#2 in the illustration
below) so that the rear locking
latch locks in place. (Fig. 21)
2. Place the brush on top of the towel.
Cleaning the Floor Brush
To clean the floor brush after you have
finished using:
1. Lift the front clip on the floor
brush (Fig. 4) and remove the brush.
2. Rinse the bristle brush and the
diffuser housing under warm water.
3. Replace bristle brush onto the diffuser
housing.
IMPORTANT: When using the
portable steam cleaner with the
shoulder strap, avoid rocking or
tilting the unit excessively as this
may cause water to enter the
hose and be discharged along
with the steam.
Front
Locking
Tab
Rear
Locking
Latch
Fig. 6
3. Fold the towel as shown in Fig. 6.
Fig. 21
Fig. 4
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Always insure the
Attaching the Accessories to
the Flexible Steam Hose
Attaching a Towel to the
Triangular Brush
100% white terry cloth towel can be fitted
on this brush, so as to absorb the dirt and
protect delicate surfaces.
Important: Please note that bristles may
break through thin towels. We recommend
that two (2) towels, laid one on top of the
other be used. This will ensure that the
brush bristles do not break through and
that the towels will be sufficiently absorbent
and retain as much dirt as possible.
unit is “UNPLUGGED” from the
wall receptacle prior to attaching
or removing accessories.
Dual Edge Glass & Tile Squeegee
This attachment is very useful for
cleaning large windows, plastic material,
ceramic, tiled or marble surfaces.
Using Your Steam Cleaner
with Triangular Brush
To attach the triangular brush to the
angle adapter, hold angle adapter in
your right hand and the brush in your
left. Insert the angle adapter into the
triangular brush and turn 180° to lock
in place. (Fig. 10 )
To use: Connect the tile
squeegee to the hand
grip or use with
Fig. 7
extension tube for
4. Fold the other side of the towel as
shown in Fig. 7.
hard to reach surfaces.
Apply steam abundantly, rub with the
soft spongy edge, then remove excess
water and dirt with the glass wiping
edge.
Very Important: When installing the
towels to the triangular brush, ensure that
the towels do not cover the front and the
back of the brush. (See Fig. 16)
IMPORTANT:When cleaning
windows, always avoid any sudden
changes in temperature to prevent glass
breakage or cracks.
Fig. 13
Fig. 8
Concentrator
Attach the concentrator
to the handgrip or to the
extension tubes. Then
attach the detail brushes
To the concentrator.
5. Place the corner under the cloth
holder as shown in Fig. 8.
Fig. 10
Step 1: The triangle brush w/angle
adaptor connects either
directly to the handgrip or
may be used with the
1. Prepare white terry cloth towel:
size 8” x 17” as shown in Fig. 13.
Detail Brush
It is best for cleaning grout in-between
the tiles, ceramic and marble.
To use: Attach the detail
brush on to the end of the
concentrator, which
then may be used directly
on the hand grip or with extension tubes
2. Place the brush on top of the towel.
extension tubes. To connect
the extension tubes to the
hand grip attach the
extension tubes one onto the
other and then onto the hand
grip. (Fig. 11 & 12) To
disconnect, reverse the
operation by pressing the
locking button and pulling the
two sections apart.
3. Fold the towel
as shown in
Fig. 14
Fig. 9
Fig. 14
6. Place the towel around the brush,
and repeat folding the towel as shown
in Fig. 9. When folding the towel,
leave some slack. Do not pull tightly
around the brush, leave some
looseness.
4. Place the
corner under
the cloth
Fig. 11
holder.
(Fig. 15)
Fig. 15
5. Fold the other
side of the towel
in the same way
and place the
Fig. 16
corner under the
cloth holder.
(Fig. 16)
Fig. 12
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