Filling The Boiler During Use; Using Accessory For Cleaning Carpets; After Use; Cleaning And Maintenance - ARIETE 4163/1 Manual De Instrucciones

Insert the tank (G) by slightly pressing it downwards and at the same time pushing it inwards. Do not force the pin on the
upper side of the tank during its removal/insertion.
Warning!
Make sure the tank is filled enough to avoid dry running.
To protect the floor from high temperatures, it is advisable to allow the appliance to warm up/cool down on the carpet
cleaning attachment.
Before use, make sure objects and surfaces to be treated are resistant or compatible with the high temperature of
steam. In case of treated terracotta floors and wooden surfaces, refer to the manufacturer's instructions and test the
appliance first on a concealed area of the floor or a sample.
If the appliance is left standing on the floor whilst in use, a whitish ring may form. Not to worry, as this can be re-
moved with a normal decalcification agent or with some drops of vinegar.
Place the cloth (M) underneath the steam head (L) - Fig. 9. Lay the cloth on the apposite Velcro (R).
Insert the plug into the socket, which must be earthed. The indicator light (D) will turn on, signalling the appliance is on and
the internal boiler is starting to heat up.
Make sure there is no more dust on the floor. Press the steam dispensing button (B) and run the appliance on the floor.
STEAMdelivery can be adjusted through the apposite dial (F), by rotating it from a minimum (-) to a maximum level (+).
For more delicate floors, as parquet, wood or laminate, it is advisable to adjust steam delivery at a lower level, while, for sur-
faces requiring a deeper cleaning, e.g. marble, terracotta tiles floor, tiles or stone, it is advisable to adjust at a higher level.
Warning!
Do not use the steam function without the cloth. The cloth can be purchased at Authorised Service Centres.
Use the appliance in well-lit rooms.
Warning!
Burn hazard! Do not turn the steam head upside-down during use to remove the cloth.
Unplug the appliance. Wait at least 5 minutes to allow both the steam head and the cloth to cool down.
The cloth can be removed and rinsed during use. Before removing the cloth, press the button (B) to stop steam dispensing
and unplug the appliance.

Filling the boiler during use

No special operation is necessary when the water in the tank runs out. Just unplug the machine, pull out the tank and fill it
with fresh cool water again. If the tap water is particularly hard (higher than 20°f), use a mixture of 50% tap water and 50%
demineralised water.

using accessory for cleaning carpets

The accessory must be used only to clean carpets and similar soft surfaces. Do not use on hard surfaces.
Lay the carpet attachment (O) on the floor on the flat side. Make sure the cloth is positioned underneath the steam head (L).
Position the appliance on the attachment (O) by slightly pressing (Fig. 10). The appliance is now ready for use.

After use

Remove the power cable from the socket-outlet. Empty the water tank completely so as to prevent the water from stagnat-
ing, which may form lime deposit.
Warning!
Wait at least 5 minutes so that the steam head and cloth cool down.
Remove cloth. Wrap the electrical power cord on hooks (E) - Fig. 11. Press the handle release button (P). Fold the handle
to close the appliance (Fig. 12). Position the appliance on the attachment for carpet cleaning (O). Position the motor body
vertically.
Warning!
Make the joint between steam head and motor body snap so that the appliance is stable in a vertical position.
Put the appliance in a dry place and away from the reach of children.

cleAning And mAintenAnce

Warning!
Always unplug the appliance before cleaning it. Let the appliance to cool down for a few minutes.
Warning!
Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
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