Thermo-Star Avantgarde Istruzioni operative

Operating and

Maintenance Manual

Dear Thermostar Customer,

congratulations on your purchase of a

newThermostar Dry Steam Cleaner.

This unique cleaning system is exclu-

sively available from selected author-

ized dealers. It allows you to not only

clean your home faster, more efﬁciently

and more cost-effectively, but also pro-

tects your valuable furniture as well as

other interior items since there is no

need to use any chemicals.

This user’s guide illustrates how to use

your Thermostar Dry Steam Cleaner

correctly and in the most efﬁcient way

in a few easy steps.

Allow yourself to be surprised how ef-

fective and efﬁcient your new Thermo-

star operates and soon it will become

an integral part of your household.

Please take a few moments and read

this user’s guide before you operate the

machine. Please also note the included

safety instructions!

We hope you enjoy your new Thermo-

star!

Products for Life

We sometimes think that we own

nature – the truth is that we are only

part of nature.The way we treat nature

directly affects our children! We atTher-

mostar believe that waste should be

prevented whenever possible. With this

cleaning system we have found a so-

lution that is ecologically practical and

makes good economic sense. Products

for life are only purchased once and

disposed once.

The Thermostar dry steam system is

available exclusively from selected au-

thorized dealers. It offers outstanding

quality standards as well as extraordi-

nary guarantees – it just doesn’t com-

pare to any other commercially avail-

able product.

Introduction

Commonly available steam cleaners

generally operate with low pressure

(app. 3 to 4 bar) and low steam temper-

atures. This creates a very wet steam

with low cleaning capacity, which can

be harmful to wood surfaces.This is the

main reason why many of those appli-

ances are rarely used and will ﬁnally

end up in the basement. Many manu-

facturers therefore offer steam vacuum

cleaners that suction excessive mois-

ture directly during the cleaning pro-

cess. This results in the appliances be-

ing larger and their hoses being thicker

and heavier. Numerous market analy-

ses show that household appliances

will only be used on a regular basis if

they are light, small and convenient.

Furthermore, these appliances will only

function properly when the steam is

not too hot and/or wet – which is con-

trary to one of the basis rules for effec-

tive steam cleaning: Because less heat

equals less cleaning performance.

The terms dry steam, micro steam or

heat cleaning are used in describing

appliances that operate with high tem-

peratures and pressures (beginning at

app. 160° C and app. 6 bar pressure).

Larger heating elements and compre-

hensive safety features are generally

necessary in order to generate more

heat and pressure. This results in the

appliances to be larger and rather in-

convenient to handle. Thanks to the

unusually high capacity of the AKU-

THERM-COMPACT heating system

used in the Thermostar it is possible

even in relatively small boilers to gen-

erate a rather high working pressure

of up to 8 bar. The result is an amazing

high-capacity appliance with a practical

size that ﬁts every household.

The major advantage of cleaning with

dry steam is that fabrics and other ma-

terial do not become wet but rather

slightly damp. The high temperature

and speed at which the steam is dis-

charged removes dirt and dust from its

carriers.

The high steam temperature has there-

fore a “releasing” effect.The hot steam.

What is dry

steam?

The manufacturer is not li-

able for damages arising

from improper or incorrect use.

Do not direct the steam or hot wa-

ter jet toward persons or ani-

mals. Do not touch the steam or hot

water jet – danger of severe burns!

The Thermostar is equipped with

a pressure meter, which allows you

to regulate the pressure and main-

tain a preset level (see “rated pres-

sure” listed on the technical speci-

ﬁcations label attached to the appli-

ance). If steam should ever exit from

the bottom section of the appliance,

the appliance may not be functioning

properly and the safety valve is limit-

ing the pressure within the

boiler. In this case we strongly

recommend that you stop using

the appliance, immediately

disconnect the power supply and

contact the customer service

department.

Do not use the appliance if the power

cord or other major components

such as safety devices, high-pres-

sure hoses or the handle/pistol grip

are damaged.

The Thermostar Dry Steam Cleaner

is equipped with a “solids

discharge” warning system. If

“CALC” is displayed on the multi-

function display, it is time to clean

the boiler (see “Maintenance”).

Remove the discharge cover only if

the appliance has been turned off

and the power cord has been

disconnected for a minimum of 5

hours.

This appliance is not intended to be

used by persons (including children)

with limited physical, sensory or

mental aptitude or lack of experi-

ence and/or knowledge unless they

are supervised by a person respon-

sible for their safety or have received

instruction from this person as

to howThermostar is used. Children

should be supervised to ensure they

are not playing with the appliance.

High-pressure hoses, accessories

and connections are necessary to

safely operate the appliance. Only

use those hoses, accessories and

connections recommended by the

manufacturer.

CAUTION: Before using brushes,

you should always try them ﬁrst in

an inconspicuous area to avoid

damaging any surfaces. The steam

generated by the steam generator

is very hot. You should therefore

always conduct a test on a small

surface area. Wood surfaces and

silicone joints should only be treated

with a minimum amount of steam

and then immediately dried using a

micro-ﬁbre cloth.

When using an extension cord, the

connector plugs as well as the

receptacles must be completely

waterproof. Incorrect extension

cords can be hazardous.

Never leave the optional iron unat-

tended once it is connected to the

power supply.

Any alteration to the appliance

releases the manufacturer from all

claims and liabilities.

The data for hand-arm vibration with

respect to this appliance is less than

2.5 m/s² and is therefore not

speciﬁed.

Safety regulations

PLEASE READ THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLI-

ANCE. PLEASE KEEPTHEM IN A SAFE PLACE SOTHATYOU MAY REFERTOTHEM

LATER AND PROVIDETHEMTO ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNERS.

IT IS ESSENTIALTHATYOU CAREFULLY READ AND FAMILIARIZEYOURSELF WITH

ALL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST

TIME. NOTIFY YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU NOTICE THAT

THE APPLIANCE WAS DAMAGED DURING SHIPPING.

Introduction 2

What is dry steam? 3

Safety regulations 4

Component index 6

Keypad functions 8

Steam generator maintenance 9

Operating hours counter 9

Pressure gauge 9

Operating instructions 10

UsingThermostar micro steam 12

Iron (optional) 16

Steam mop (optional) 16

Interpretation of the symbols

Environmental protection

CAUTION!

STEAM …

Risk of injury

Please read the

instructions

Manual;

Instruction for use

All packaging materials can be reused. The packaging should not be treated as

household waste but instead be taken to respective collection sites.

Please remember that the appliance contains precious materials that should be

recycled and taken to respective collection sites when necessary. Electric and elec-

tronic appliances, batteries, oil and similar substances may not be disposed in the

environment. Please separate all waste.

Substances such as motor oil, heating oil, gasoline or diesel fuel may not be dispo-

sed in the natural environment. Please protect the soil and dispose used oil accor-

ding to the environmental regulations.

CAUTION!

Technical Data

Look at the technical badge on the

machine.

Features

Stainless steel boiler

(10-year warranty!)

Integrated fan to keep the

electronic cool

Self-decalcifying heating

element (expansion during

heating process causes cal-

cium deposits to fall off). The

capacity of these elements is

four times greater than equiv-

alent spiral heating elements

(28 instead of normally

7 W/cm²). They offer very long

service life and – contrary to

most spiral heating elements –

can be replaced.

Self-decalcifying electrome-

chanical ﬂoat (with TrueTemp

Technology for constantly high

steam temperature)

24 x 7: Constant steam– 2 tank

systems allow continuous

operation

Table of content

Component

index*

1) Lid for cold-water reservoir

1A) Stand-By switch

2) Main switch

3) Boiler switch

4) “Low water” indicator light

5) “Steam ready” indicator light

6) Digital thermometer and hour counter

6A) “Minimum steam” indicator light

6B) “Medium steam” indicator light

7) Power outlet for accessories

8) Discharge cover (drain)

9) Handle/Pistol grip with steam hose

10) Steam button

11A) Minimum Steam button

11B) Medium Steam button

11C) Hot water button (press simultaneously with steam button “10”)

12) Steam connector plug

13) Securing button for steam connector plug

14) Power cord and plug

15) Extension pipe

16) Locking button

17) Rectangular brush

17A) Attachment clip for micro-ﬁbre cloths

18) Large triangular brush

19) Window cleaner (optional) 19

20) Steam nozzle

21) Brass brush (Ø 60mm) or nylon brush (Ø 60mm, optional)

22) Nylon brush (Ø 28mm)

23) Brass brush (Ø 28mm)

24) Stainless steel brush (Ø 28mm) (optional)

25) Stainless steel wool (optional)

26) Drain cap

27)Triangular brush (optional)

28) Steam scraper

29) Reﬁll bottle (optional)

30) Iron (optional)

30A)Thermostat

30B) Steam button

30C) Rubber mat (optional)

31) Rectangular steam puffer (optional)

32)Triangular steam puffer (optional)

33) Evaporator (optional)

34) Micro-ﬁbre cloths (optional)

35) Stainless steel trolley (optional)

36) Steam mop (optional)

* Accessories included withThermostar may vary for different countries (except for Germany).

Keypad functions

Multi-function display

Steam readyOn-button

Low waterBoiler button

Medium steam activation Minimum steam

activation

The two keys located on the front keypad as well as the main switch located at the back of the appliance are used to control

different operating modes:

The keys are designated as follows:

1A)Appliance on-switch hereinafter only 1A

3) Boiler on-switch hereinafter only 3

2) Main power switch hereinafter only 2

CAUTION: WE STRONGLY REC-

OMMEND THAT YOU CLEAN THE

BOILER ONLY AFTER THE APPLI-

ANCE HAS COOLED DOWN, PAR-

TICULARLY AFTER IT HAS BEEN

TURNED OFF FOR A MINIMUM OF

5 HOURS AND THE POWER CORD

HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED.

TheTrueTemp Technology makes it pos-

sible to use distilled or osmosis water

in your Thermostar (contrary to many

other commonly available steam clean-

ing systems). It is therefore not neces-

sary to decalcify the appliance. If you

use calcium-free water and the main-

tenance display indicates “CALC” it is

okay to just turn the display off (see *1).

The appliance is equipped with a main-

tenance alert system that is activated

when the “CALC” is displayed alter-

nating with the temperature. You can

still complete your cleaning chores

when these letters are displayed. Then

disconnect the appliance from the pow-

er source and allow it to cool off for at

least ﬁve hours. Follow the aforemen-

tioned steps to ensure that no steam or

pressure is present in the boiler interior.

1. Fill water reservoir (1) with water.

2. Either place a suitable small tub

underneath the appliance or

position it on top of the kitchen

sink and remove the discharge

cover (8) from the appliance

bottom.

3.Turn on the appliance by activating

the main switch (2) and the Stand-

By switch (1A) (the boiler switch (3)

must be in the off position) and

allow the pump to run for app. 2

to 3 minutes until all water has

drained. Shake the machine a little

in order to completely remove all

calcium deposits.

The boiler switch / heater (3) must

remain off during the entire decalciﬁca-

tion process. Do not turn the machine

upside down or calcium may enter into

the valves!

If you are using water with high cal-

cium content it is recommended to re-

ﬁll the machine with water again and

repeat the aforementioned steps.

4. Replace the drain cover (8) and reﬁll

the machine with water (1).

5. Turn on the main switch (2) and

the Stand-By switch (1A) and wait

approximately two minutes before

activating the boiler switch (3).The

machine will initially pump water

into the boiler for app. 2 minutes

(you will hear the pump working).

Only then you may turn on the

boiler switch (3).

6. It is recommended that you turn

on the steam button (11A) located

on the handle (activate safety

switch (10 simultaneously) in order

to release the air from the empty

boiler.

*1 Reset the maintenance intervals

CALC

Turn on the machine by activating both

button (2) and (1A), then press and

hold button (1A) for app. 10 seconds.

“CALC” will no longer be displayed

until the next time maintenance is

needed.

This machine is equipped with 2 hour

counters.

In order to read the elapsed hours you

must ﬁrst turn off the machine using

button (1A) and then activate button

(3). Pressing this button will

alternatively show the elapsed hours

for counter 1 and/or 2.

Keep button (3) depressed while the

machine is turned on. After a few

seconds the display will show the

pressure (in bar) currently present

inside the boiler. The value remains

visible on the display for app. 10

seconds before the temperature is

again shown in °C.

Steam generator maintenance

Removal of calcium deposits within the boiler

Hour counter

Pressure gauge

10 11

Operating instructions

1. Before using your Thermostar,

please ensure that there is no

visible damage to the appliance.

Verify that the volt and ampere

ratings for your power source match

those listed on the appliance sticker.

2. Remove the reservoir lid (1) from the

appliance and ﬁll the reservoir with at

least 1 litre water.You may use straight

tap water, distilled or osmosis water.

Please don’t ﬁll any type of chemicals

into yourThermostar.

3. Connect the power cord (14) to an

outlet.

4. Connect the steam connector plug (12)

to the designated appliance accessory

outlet. Press ﬁrmly until you hear the

locking button (13) click.

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