Morphy Richards 70490 Operating instructions

Brand: Morphy Richards

Model: 70490

Category: Steam cleaners

Type: Operating instructions

Steam Mop & Cleaner

Please read and keep these instructions

If you have a problem or complaint, please call our dedicated UK based helpline

before returning your product to the retailer from where it was purchased.

UK Helpline: 0844 871 0960

Replacement Parts: 0844 873 0726

Ireland Helpline: 1800 409 119

Limescale

•

Naturally occurring minerals in tap water can result in a build-up of limescale inside all water

heating appliances. This can affect performance and, with time, could result in blockages

that could stop the product working. To prevent this possibility, we strongly recommend

using distilled/de-ionised water in this steam cleaner. This is especially important in hard

water areas.

Distilled/de-ionised water should be obtainable from most large supermarkets.

If distilled/de-ionised water is not used, then after approximately each ten uses, the boiler

and steam outlet must be cleaned as described on page 7. Failure to do so may

invalidate the warranty.

Upon registration with Morphy Richards

(UK & ROI only)

guarantee. See back of this

instruction book for details.

(UK and Ireland customers only)

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FEATURES

⁄ Hanger strap

¤ Variable steam setting

‹ Control switches

(see Ù/ı/ˆ/˜)

› Power cord holder

(with quick release)

ﬁ Water tank filler cap

ﬂ Power cord

‡ Water tank

· Lower handle

‚ Fold-out power cord holder

„ Lock button

‰ Floor head

Â 2x Floor cloth grips

(set on either side)

Ê Brush sliders

Á Steam release valve

(located on rear)

Ë Floor cloth (for hard floors)

È Floor cloth (for carpets)

Í Elasticated utility cloth

Î Squeegee nozzle

Ï Utility nozzle

Ì Deflector nozzle

Ó Spot brush

(with 2x spare brushes)

Ô Nozzle cleaning pin

 Boiler cleaning brush

Ò Detachable steam comb

attachment

Ú Detachable carpet glide

base attachment

Û Water filling funnel

⁄

›

ﬁ

ﬂ

‡

‚

„

‰

ÎÏ

ÌÓ Ô

Ë È

‹

Ù ON/OFF switch

ı STEAM switch

ˆ Power ON light (red)

˜ Steam ready light (green)

Sideways view

Ùı

ˆ˜

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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

Please remember that the steam cleaner

operates by emitting steam at an increased

temperature of 115

C. Never use it on objects

or surfaces which cannot resist this

temperature, or on delicate materials such as

dralon, plastic, natural fur etc.

If in doubt, check carefully on a part of the

material where minor marks will not matter.

FILLING THE WATER TANK

In hard water areas, we strongly recommend

using distilled or de-ionised water (available

from larger supermarkets). This will prevent

limescale build-up which with time will affect

the performance of the cleaner. Problems

caused by limescale are not covered by the

guarantee.

1 Remove the tank filler cap by unscrewing it

anti-clockwise and fit the funnel provided.

2 With the cleaner held at around 45°, pour the

water into the funnel. The maximum capacity is

0.8 litres of water which will give more than 30

minutes of steaming. Use less water if required.

Do not overfill.

3 Remove the funnel and refit the cap. Press the

black centre of the cap to ensure the air valve is

free. This valve prevents water escaping but

allows air into the tank. Test this valve by

pressing the centre after every filling.

ASSEMBLY

1 Depending on the task, decide on the nozzle

and prepare the nozzle as shown in later

sections (pages 4-6). To fit the nozzle to the

main body, align the hole in the nozzle with the

lock button „ on the main body. Press the lock

button in and then push the nozzle fully on until

the lock button clicks into place A.

USING THE PRODUCT

WARNING: Before switching ON, make sure

the nozzle is located in safe area and away

from persons. Steam will be emitted after

around 30 seconds.

1 Press the ON/OFF switch

and the red power

ON light

will illuminate. The boiler will start

to heat but no steam will be emitted.

2 Press the STEAM switch

, after about 30

seconds when the boiler is up to temperature,

the water pump will start, the green steam

ready light

will illuminate and steam will be

emitted.

3 The steam output

can be regulated

using the variable

steam setting

control on the side

of the handle B.

When using on hard/wooden floors, we

recommend setting to minimum steam to

prevent the floors becoming too wet.

• To stop the steam, switch either switch to the

OFF position

. For quick breaks, we suggest

just switching OFF the STEAM switch

After switching the cleaner to OFF, steam will

continue to be emitted for a few seconds until

the boiler is empty.

WARNING: Switch OFF and unplug before

changing nozzles. After use, nozzles will be

very hot, allow to cool before handling.

CARPET CLEANING

IMPORTANT: Carpets should be dry vacuumed

thoroughly before using the steam cleaner.

For freer movement of the steamer over larger

carpeted areas, the carpet glide base

attachment Ú can be used.

1 Detach and remove the steam comb section Ò

from the carpet glide attachment.

2 Fold the floor cloth (for carpets) È and place

inside the carpet glide base ÚC.

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3 Secure the floor head ‰ inside the carpet glide

base attachment Ú and connect the floor cloth

(for carpets) È to the attachment by using the

floor cloth grips ÂD.

4 When cleaning carpets and rugs, set the

variable steam setting ¤ to “maximum”. Use

slow forward and backward cleaning strokes

over the desired area.

Carpet pile rejuvenation

To rejuvenate flattened carpet piles, remove the

floor cloth (for carpets) È and connect the

carpet glide base attachment Ú to the floor head

with the steam comb attachment Ò in place E.

HARD FLOOR CLEANING

Reduce the steam flow to a lower setting by

turning the variable steam setting ¤. Use both

forward and backward strokes across the floor

area.

When cleaning parquet, laminate and wood

floors, set the variable steam setting ¤ to

“minimum”.

Both sides of the floor cloth (for hard floors) Ë

can be used. Choose the smoother side for

easier movement and attach to the floorhead

using the floor cloth grips Â to secure it in

place F.

When the floor cloth becomes very wet or too

dirty, rinse out the moisture, use the reverse

side or replace with a clean, dry cloth.

Stubborn stains on hard floors

To remove stubborn stains on hard surfaces,

fold and attach the floor cloth (for carpets) È

whilst leaving the brushes underneath the floor

head ‰ visible G.

Move the brush sliders Ê so that the brushes

appear underneath the floor head ‰. Move the

brushes back and forth over the area.

IMPORTANT: Do not use the brushes for

routine carpet and hard floor cleaning as

unnecessary scrubbing may cause damage.

SANITISING BEDDING AND

UPHOLSTERY

To sanitise and remove dust mites and

allergens from bedding and upholstery, fit the

utility nozzle and pass the steam slowly and

evenly over the surface, ensuring all areas are

treated. Repeat the process. Leave the

mattress to dry thoroughly before covering.

ATTACHING ACCESSORIES

IMPORTANT: Before connecting any of the

accessories (excluding the

floor head ‰

), first

connect the deflector nozzle Ì to the end of

the steam outlet on the main body of the steam

cleaner.

Fit the required accessory over the deflector

nozzle by aligning the hole in the side of the

accessory with the lock button „ on the main

body of the steam cleaner. Ensure that the lock

button clicks firmly into place H.

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Squeegee nozzle

For cleaning glass and mirror panels. Use the

squeegee at a very low steam flow by adjusting

the variable steam setting ¤. Use a cloth to

wipe the blade and remove excess water

during usage.

This accessory is ideal for cleaning windows,

patio doors, conservatory glass, tiles and

shower screens.

To clean windows, start at the top of the

window, pressing the squeegee to the surface

and drag downwards. Move the squeegee in

straight passes from top to bottom. Wipe the

rubber blade and the bottom edge of the

window dry after each pass.

For small window panels, remove the squeegee

tool and spray the steam directly onto the

surface. Use the squeegee separately to wipe

away the moisture.

WARNING: Do not use on very cold glass, as

the sudden temperature change may crack

the glass.

Spot brush

For cleaning the grout between tiles or

stubborn marks and stains on hard surfaces.

Use at medium or high steam flow by adjusting

the variable steam setting ¤.

Apply gentle pressure. Too much force may

damage the bristles. Two sets of spare bristles

are supplied. To change, loosen the screw and

pull out the bristle set.

Utility nozzle

For cleaning tiled surfaces, cabinets and

worktops in kitchens and bathrooms. Also use

this attachment for cleaning upholstery,

curtains, blinds, pillows and mattresses. Use on

a low to medium steam flow by adjusting the

variable steam setting ¤. Cover the utility

nozzle Ë with the elasticated utility cloth ÍI.

The utility tool can also be used to clean

sanitary ware such as toilet bowls, taps or drain

covers. Use this nozzle at maximum steam

flow. Point it directly at non-permanent stains

on carpets or upholstery whilst holding a clean

cloth near the stained area to capture any

loosened dirt.

NOTE: When the steam cleaner is used for

cleaning in a horizontal or inclined position,

shake the steam cleaner gently to ensure that

the weighted tubing inside the tank is in the

correct (immersed) position.

STORAGE

Wrap the cord around the two power cord

holders › and ‚, folding the lower holder out

from its location on the lower handle ·.

Your steam cleaner comes with a hanger strap

⁄ to hang the product from during storage.

AFTER USE

Follow the two maintenance steps below after

every use.

1 Switch the cleaner off and unplug from the

socket. Wait until the cleaner has cooled down

completely.

2 Empty the water tank by unscrewing the cap

and pouring out the water. Allow the inside of

the water tank to dry out before replacing the

filler cap.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT: Unless distilled or de-ionised

water is used, then after approximately each

ten uses, the steam outlet must be removed

and cleaned along with the boiler.

Rinsing the water tank

Regularly rinse the water tank ‡ to release any

limescale deposits that have collected on the

bottom of the tank. Use clean cold water and fit

the filler cap ﬁ to allow vigorous rinsing.

Naturally occurring minerals in tap water can

result in a build-up of limescale inside all water

heating appliances. This can affect

performance and, with time, could result in

blockages that could stop the product working.

To prevent this possibility, we strongly

recommend using distilled or de-ionised

water in this steam cleaner. This is especially

important in hard water areas.

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Distilled or de-ionised water should be

obtainable from most large supermarkets.

If distilled or de-ionised water is not used, then

after approximately each ten uses, the boiler

and steam outlet must be cleaned as described

on page 7. Failure to do so may invalidate the

warranty.

Steam outlet cleaning

1 Unplug the cleaner from the electrical outlet

and allow the steam cleaner to completely cool

down.

2 Pull down the nozzle lock J1 and twist the

steam outlet J2 , releasing it from its locked

position.

3 Pull upwards J3; this will remove it completely

from the steam chamber along with an

attached spring K.

4 Insert the nozzle brush into the chamber L.

Rotate the brush while pulling it in and out of

the chamber. Insert the steam nozzle back into

the chamber and turn it clockwise to lock back

into position.

Unblocking the steam outlet

If steam flow appears reduced, the steam

nozzle may be blocked. Insert the nozzle

cleaning pin Ô into the centre of the steam

nozzle. This will clear any blockages that may

have formed M. After unblocking, remove the

outlet and clean the chamber.

Cleaning the cloths

The floor cloths Ë/È and the elasticated utility

cloth Í can all be machine washed (60ºC

max). For heavy soiling, soak the cloths in

warm water and detergent or a mild stain

remover. Allow to completely dry before storing.

Contact our hotline to purchase replacement

cloths.

• Your cleaner is manufactured to withstand

normal day-to-day use, but an occasional wipe

over with a damp cloth will help maintain it.

Abrasive cleaners should not be used.

HELPLINE

If you have any difficulty with your appliance,

do not hesitate to call us. We are more likely to

be able to help than the store from where you

bought it.

Please have the following information ready to

enable our staff to deal with your query quickly.

• Name of the product.

• Model number as shown on the underside of

the appliance.

• Serial number as shown on underside of the

appliance.

UK Helpline 0844 871 0960

Replacement Parts 0844 873 0726

Ireland Helpline 1800 409 119

WEBSITE

You may also contact us through our website,

or visit the site to browse and purchase

appliances, spare parts and accessories from

the extensive Morphy Richards range.

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down

nozzle

lock

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

Personal safety

• WARNING: Never direct

steam at electrical

components or fittings. If in

doubt about the suitability

of steam for cleaning an

appliance, contact the

appliance manufacturer for

advice prior to cleaning.

• WARNING: Never touch the

plug or cable with wet

hands.

• WARNING: Nozzles and

tools will be hot after use.

Allow to cool before

attempting to remove.

• WARNING: Do not

discharge the steam

towards people. Danger of

scalding.

• To protect against fire, electric

shock and personal injury, do

not immerse cord, plug or

cleaner in water or other

liquid.

• The plug should be removed

from the wall socket after use,

before cleaning, filling or

changing the accessories.

• The accessories get very hot.

Allow to cool before changing.

• This appliance is not intended

for use by persons (including

children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of

experience and knowledge,

unless they have been given

supervision or instruction

concerning use of the

appliance by a person

responsible for their safety.

• Do not use the appliance

without the filling cap in place.

Location

• Do not use or keep this

product outside.

• Do not store the appliance

near hot surfaces eg. ovens or

heating appliances.

Mains lead

• Do not allow the mains lead to

become strained.

• If the supply cord is damaged,

it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent

or similarly qualified person(s)

in order to avoid a hazard.

Product safety

• WARNING: Always test on

an inconspicuous area first.

Never use on materials that

can’t resist high

temperature, such as

dralon, natural fur etc.

• Never modify the steam

cleaner in any way.

• Never operate the steam

cleaner without water in the

tank. Always top-up with

water during extended

periods of use.

• Never fill the steam cleaner’s

tank with anything other than

water.

• Press the centre button on the

water tank cap at every refill

and ensure that the cap has

been screwed down fully

before use.

Other safety

considerations

• Do not use any chemical

detergents, perfumes, alcohol

or descaler etc in water.

• Repairs to electrical

appliances are only to be

undertaken by trained

personnel.

• Unprofessional repairs can be

dangerous for users.

• Use only genuine Morphy

Richards spare parts and

accessories.

• The appliance must never be

left running when

unsupervised.

• This steam cleaner is intended

for domestic use only. Misuse

or use for commercial or any

other purpose will render the

guarantee invalid.

Children

• Never allow children to use

this appliance.

• Children do not understand

the dangers associated with

operating electrical

appliances. Never allow

children to use this appliance.

• Children should be supervised

to ensure that they do not

play with the appliance, or

stumble over the power cord.

ELECTRICAL

REQUIREMENTS

Check that the voltage on the

rating plate of your appliance

corresponds with your house

electricity supply which must

be A.C. (Alternating current).

If the socket outlets in your

home are not suitable for the

plug supplied with this

appliance, the plug should be

removed and the appropriate

one fitted.

WARNING: The plug

removed from the mains

lead, if severed, must be

destroyed, as a plug with a

bared flexible cord is

hazardous if engaged into a

live socket outlet.

WARNING: This appliance

must be earthed.

Should the fuse in the 13 amp

plug require changing, a 13

amp BS1362 fuse must be

fitted.

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Morphy Richards products are

intended for household use only.

Morphy Richards has a policy of

continuous improvement in product

quality and design.

The company, therefore reserves

the right to change the specification

of its models at any time.

VC70490 MUK Rev 1 01/11

The After Sales Division

Morphy Richards Ltd

Mexborough, South Yorkshire,

England, S64 8AJ

Helplines (office hours)

UK 0844 871 0960

Spare Parts 0844 873 0726

Republic of Ireland 1800 409 119

REGISTERING

YOUR TWO YEAR

GUARANTEE

Your standard one year guarantee is

extended for an additional 12

months when you register the

product within 28 days of purchase

with Morphy Richards. If you do not

Richards within 28 days, your

product is guaranteed for 1 year. To

validate your 2 year guarantee

www.morphyrichards.co.uk

N.B. Each qualifying product needs

to be registered with Morphy

Richards individually.

Please note that the 2 year

guarantee is only available in the

UK and Ireland. Please refer to the

one year guarantee for more

information.

YOUR ONE YEAR

GUARANTEE

It is important to retain the retailer’s

receipt as proof of purchase. Staple

your receipt to this back cover for

future reference.

Please quote the following

information if the product develops

a fault. These numbers can be

found on the base of the product.

Model no.

Serial no.

All Morphy Richards products are

individually tested before leaving the

factory. In the unlikely event of any

appliance proving to be faulty within

28 days of purchase, it should be

returned to the place of purchase

for it to be replaced.

If the fault develops after 28 days

and within 12 months of original

purchase, you should contact the

Helpline number quoting Model

number and Serial number on the

product, or write to Morphy

Richards at the address shown.

You may be asked to return a copy

of proof of purchase.

Subject to the exclusions set out

below (see Exclusions), the faulty

appliance will then be repaired or

replaced and dispatched usually

within 7 working days of receipt.

If you suspect a fault, follow the

simple checks detailed below

before retrying the appliance or

calling the helpline.

• Check the steam outlet is not

blocked.

• Check the plug is firmly in the

socket.

• Check the socket is working by

trying another appliance.

• Check the fuse in the plug.

If, for any reason, this item is

replaced during the 1 year

guarantee period, the guarantee on

the new item will be calculated from

original purchase date. Therefore it

is vital to retain your original till

receipt or invoice to indicate the

date of initial purchase.

To qualify for the 1 year guarantee,

the appliance must have been used

according to the instructions

supplied.

EXCLUSIONS

Morphy Richards shall not be liable

to replace or repair the goods under

the terms of the guarantee where:

1 The fault has been caused or is

attributable to accidental use,

misuse, negligent use or used

contrary to the manufacturer’s

recommendations or where the fault

has been caused by power surges

or damage caused in transit.

2 The appliance has been used on a

voltage supply other than that

stamped on the products.

3 Repairs have been attempted by

persons other than our service staff

(or authorised dealer).

4 The appliance has been used for

hire purposes or non domestic use.

5 The appliance is second hand.

6 Morphy Richards are not liable to

carry out any type of servicing

work, under the guarantee.

7 The guarantee excludes

consumables such as cloths and

spot brush bristles.

• This guarantee does not confer any

rights other than those expressly set

out above and does not cover any

claims for consequential loss or

damage. This guarantee is offered

as an additional benefit and does

not affect your statutory rights as a

consumer.

For electrical products sold within the

European Community. At the end of the

electrical products useful life, it should not

be disposed of with household waste.

Please recycle where facilities exist. Check

with your Local Authority or retailer for

recycling advice in your country.

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Morphy Richards 70490 Operating instructions

Brand: Morphy Richards

Model: 70490

Category: Steam cleaners

Type: Operating instructions

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