Black & Decker FSMH1321, User Manual

8

ENGLISH

(Original instructions)

9

ENGLISH

(Original instructions)

Attaching accessories (Fig H)

u

Align the lugs on the steam nozzle (17) with the recesses 

on the accessory.

u

Press the accessory onto the steam nozzle (17) and twist 

anti-clockwise until the accessory clicks into place. 

Important! 

All accessories, apart from the SteaMitt

TM  

(25) 

which has its own hose and connector (26), must be attached 

to the steam hose (16) for use.

Removing the hose and accessories

Warning! 

The steam hose (16), Steam nozzle (17) and 

accessories become hot during use. Allow the unit and all 

accessories to cool before attempting to remove.

Removing an accessory

u

Twist the accessory clockwise then pull away from the 

hose (16).

Removing the hose

u

Press the steam hose release button (16a) on the steam 

hose (16) and pull away from the hand held steam unit.

SteaMitt

TM

Your BLACK+DECKER

TM

 SteaMitt

TM

 has been designed for 

sanitising and cleaning tiles, work tops, kitchen surfaces and 

bathroom surfaces. This appliance is intended for indoor 

household use only.

Attaching the SteaMitt

TM 

hose to the hand held 

steam unit 

Warning! 

Inspect the seal between the connection point on 

the hand held steam cleaner (5) and the SteaMitt

TM

 hose 

(26) before each use. If the seal malfunctions or is damaged, 

please contact your nearest authorised repair agent. Do not 

use the appliance.

u

Press the SteaMitt

TM

 hose release button on the SteaMitt

TM

hose (26).

u

Connect the SteaMitt

TM

 hose (26) to the hand held steam 

cleaner (5) and release the SteaMitt

TM

 hose release button 

making sure it clicks into place.

Important! 

Ensure that the SteaMitt

TM

 hose (26) is securely 

connected to the hand held steam cleaner (5).  

If steam escapes from the joint, the hose is incorrectly fitted. 

Switch off, allow the unit to cool then remove and refit the 

hose.

Fitting a cleaning pad to the 

SteaMitt

TM

 (Fig. L)

u

  Fit the cleaning pad (27) to the SteaMitt

TM

 (25) by 

attaching the 'loop' velcro strips (27a) on the upper side 

of the cleaning pad, to the 'hook' velcro pads (25a) on the 

underside of the SteaMitt

TM

 (4). Press down firmly.

Warning! 

The SteaMitt

TM

 should not be used without fitting a 

cleaning pad.

Note: 

The SteaMitt

TM

 accommodates 3 types of cleaning pads 

of varying thickness. The thinnest can be used for cleaning 3D 

forms such as taps etc. The thicker versions can be used for 

larger flat areas.

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Warning!

 Always use the SteaMitt

TM

 as shown in 

figure M, with your hand inside the protective glove.

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Warning!

 Never attempt to use the SteaMitt

TM

 by

gripping it externally as shown in figure N.  

This will result in scalding.

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Warning!

 Avoid using the SteaMitt

TM

 in tight corners 

as shown in figure O.

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Warning!

 Should a problem occur during use, 

use the quick release tab to quickly remove the 

SteaMitt

TM

  from your hand as shown in figure P.

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Warning!

 Do not use the SteaMitt

TM

 on cold glass, 

such as windows as damage may be caused by the 

sudden change in temperature.

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Warning!

 Never point or direct the mitt at yourself 

or any other person.

Note:

Variable steam dial is disconnected when the 

SteaMitt

TM

 is fitted and subsequently the flow of steam is 

limited.

Use

Important! 

This unit will kill 99.9% of bacteria and germs 

when used in accordance with the instructions in this manual 

and with the micro fibre pads fitted and a continuous run time 

of 90 seconds.

Switching on and off

u

  To switch the appliance on, press the ON/Off switch (1). 

It takes approximately 15 seconds for the steam mop to 

heat up.

u

  To switch the appliance off, press the ON/Off switch (1).

Note: 

always have your hand inside the SteaMitt

TM

 before you 

press the steam button.

Caution! 

Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any 

surface for any period of time.  

Always place the steam mop with the handle (8) supported in 

the upright position when stationary and make sure the steam 

mop is turned off when not in use.

Caution! 

Always empty the steam mop after use.

Note! 

When first filled or after running dry, it can take up to 45 

seconds for steam to be produced.

Autoselect

TM

 Technology (Fig. R)

This steam mop is fitted with an Autoselect

TM

 dial (2) which 

shows various cleaning applications. They are used to select 

the correct operating mode for your particular cleaning 

operation.