Morphy Richards Grime Buster Instructions
Morphy Richards Grime Buster is a powerful steam cleaner that can tackle a variety of cleaning tasks around your home. It heats up in just 10 minutes and provides a steady flow of steam for up to 20 minutes, making it ideal for deep cleaning and sanitizing surfaces. With a range of accessories, including a large floor brush, triangular brush, jet nozzle, and window cleaner, the Grime Buster can be used on a variety of surfaces, including floors, carpets, upholstery, tiles, and windows. It is also great for removing grease and grime from ovens, hobs, and other kitchen appliances.
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INSTRUCTIONS
2 YEAR PARTS AND LABOUR GUARANTEE
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Ireland only. It is in your interest to retain the retailers receipt as proof of purchase. 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 24 months of original purchase, you should take the appliance to your nearest service agent. A list containing details of your nearest service agent is included with your appliance but please contact the helpline quoting
Model number and Serial number should you require further assistance, Repair or replacement of the product is subject to the following exclusions (see
Exclusions).
If you suspect a fault, follow the simple checks detailed below before returning the appliance or calling the helpline:
1 -Check the plug is firmly in the socket and the supply is switched on.
2 -Make sure the socket is working by trying another appliance.
To qualify for the 2 year parts and labour guarantee the appliance must have been used according to the manufacturers instructions.
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, mis-use, negligent use or used contrary to the manufacturers 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 -Where the appliance has been used for hire purposes or non-domestic use.
5 -The guarantee excludes consumables.
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.
If for any reason this item is replaced during the 2 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.
The After Sales Division, Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours): UK (local rate) 0870 0602606
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Important Safeguards
This product has been designed with your safety in mind. However, for safe operation, it is important that you observe the following points:
• To obtain best results from your steam cleaner, please read these instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place.
• This product conforms to the relevant safety regulations for electrical appliances
• Use only genuine Morphy Richards spare parts and accessories
• If the electrical cable becomes damaged, the complete cable assembly must be replaced.
Do not attempt this task yourself, contact your local Authorised Service Agent
• Do not discharge steam towards people.
Danger of scalding!
• Never allow children to play with or use this appliance
• Always unplug the machine when:-
- the machine is not in use
- cleaning the machine
- filling the boiler with water
• When using the machine always keep it horizontal
• Do not use the machine for other purposes than it was built for
• Steam must not be directed towards equipment containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.
• Do not use any chemical detergents, perfumes, alcohol etc in the water
• When exchanging the accessory heads during use, please note these are hot.
• Never touch the plug or power cable with wet hands
• Repairs to electrical appliances are only to be undertaken by authorised service agents. Unprofessional repairs can be dangerous for users
Please remember that the steam cleaner operates by emitting steam at an increased temperature of up to 1400C. Never use it on objects or surfaces which cannot resist this temperature (delicate materials, Dralon, plastic, natural fur etc). Where any doubt exists check carefully on a part of the material where minor marks will not matter!!!!
Electrical connection and supply
THIS APPLIANCE MUST ONLY BE USED ON
AN EARTHED SUPPLY
Check that the supply voltage details given on the rating plate (located on the underside of the product) are in accordance with your electricity supply.
For Appliances with fitted plug.
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.
Please note : The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cord attached is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. Should the fuse in the
13 amp plug require changing a 13 amp
BS1362 fuse must be fitted.
European conformity information
This product conforms to the following
European Directives: low voltage 73/23/EEC,
EMC 89/336/EEC and CE Marking
93/68/EEC
Features
1 Filler cap
3
2 Heater On/off button
Steam On/off button
4
5
Machine socket
‘Heater on’ indicator light
6
7
‘Steam ready’ indicator light
‘Refill’ indicator light
8
9
‘Steam’ indicator light
Carrying handle
10 Flexible Hose
11 Hose plug
12
12 Handle with remote steam control
13 Handle control steam switch
14 Locking mechanism (safety lock)
15 Extension tube
16 Release button
17 Variable steam knob (optional)
14
15
16
18
13
Standard Accessories
18 Cotton towel
19 Funnel
20 Large floor brush
21 Brush connector
22 Jet nozzle
23 Round bristle brush (metallic)
24 Round bristle brush (nylon)
25 Hand held squeegee with big and small blades
Luxury Optional Accessories
26 Integrated Window cleaner
27 Triangular brush
28 Wall paper stripper
29 Professional Iron
30
Iron Pad
20
26
19
29
30
22
9
17
5
6
7
8
21
23
24
27
10
1
11
2
3
4
28
25
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SETTING UP YOUR STEAM CLEANER
Filling the boiler
Unscrew the filler cap (1) anti clockwise
Fill the boiler with a maximum of 1.8 litres of water by using the funnel (19) provided (Fig A)
Attach the desired accessory, i.e. large floor brush (20), triangular nozzle (27), jet nozzle (22), window cleaner (26), to the extension tube (15) or directly to the handle (12), depending on the application.
The accessories vary per machine
The round brush(es) (23 & 24) can be attached to the jet nozzle.
To join the extension tubes together, slide one tube into the other until it locks into place. (Fig C)
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E
2.
Twist connector 1800, until it is in place.
(Fig F)
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The fit between the connector and the tubes and/or handle is tight to ensure no steam leaks. It is recommended to keep both parts lubricated to facilitate connecting and disconnecting.
To detach the accessories, press the release button (16) and pull the items apart.
Please note accessory heads may be hot!
Please be careful not to trap your fingers.
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To make steam ready press the ‘steam on/off’ button (3) and the orange light (8) will come on. STEAM IS NOW READY TO
BE RELEASED.
To release steam, press the handle control switch (13). At the start, always point the steam handle at a cloth until a steady flow of steam comes out.
During steam release the green light will turn off.
To stop releasing steam, simply release the handle control switch (13).
If your steamer features a varisteam knob
(17) the steam flow can be adjusted to specific requirements.
Turn the varisteam knob fully anticlockwise for maximum steam and clockwise for minimum steam flow. (Fig H)
OPERATING YOUR STEAM CLEANER
Connect the unit to the mains and switch on the boiler heater by pressing the on-off button (2). The ‘heater on’ light is illuminated.
Steam will be available in approx. 10 minutes.
When the steam is ready for use the
‘steam ready’ light (6) will turn green.
Make sure that the locking mechanism
(14) on the handle has been released.
If you push the lock (14) towards the rear, the steam switch can not be operated.
Push the lock forward so that the steam switch is released. (Fig G)
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H
If the ‘refill’ indicator light (7) turns red, the boiler must be refilled.
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B
C
Attach the two tubes to the handle of the hose. Slide the handle into the extension tube until it locks into place.
(Fig D).
A
Do not use any detergents.
Screw the filler cap (1) clockwise until finger tight. Do not over tighten.
Attaching Hose and Accessories
Pull down flap on the front of the machine socket.
Insert the plug on the end of the hose (11) into the machine socket (4) with button side facing up, and push firmly until it clicks into place. (Fig B)
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Some tasks may be easier with only one tube fitted or none at all.
To connect the desired accessory directly to the steam handle, slide the handle into the accessory head until it locks into place.
When using the large floor brush (20) or the triangular brush (27), the brush connector (21) needs to be fitted to the brush first, in order to attach the same to the extension tube.
To fit the connector:
1.
Push the connector end, holding it upside down, fully into the brush inlet. (Fig E)
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Refilling
When the ‘refill’ light (7) turns red there should be no steam available for release.
The boiler needs to be refilled:
Switch off the boiler heater by pressing the on/off button (2)
If there is pressure in the boiler, the filler cap (1) will revolve but a safety feature prevents it from being unscrewed.
Release any steam pressure in the system using the on/off switch (3) on machine and handle (13). Switch off the steam release button (3). The cap can then be unscrewed.
Unplug the mains cable.
Leave the product with the filler cap off for 10 minutes before filling.
Refill the boiler using the funnel (Fig A).
Use warm water to reduce heat up time
Caution: Do not pour cold water into a very hot boiler as steam and hot water may be blown out of the filling hole and can scald!!!
Screw the cap back on. Start operation again (SEE OPERATION SECTION ABOVE)
USE OF ACCESSORIES
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- sealed timber & parquetry
- ceramic tiles
- vinyl
The large floor brush can be attached to the extension tubes or directly to the steam handle, provided that the brush connector (21) is fitted.
Stretch the cotton cloth lightly over the bristles using the clips provided on the brush head. (Fig I)
Switching the unit OFF
Steam handle (12)
To avoid spurting of heavy and moist steam it is recommended always to attach an accessory to the steam handle.
Large floor brush (20)
Recommended applications include:
- carpets and rugs
Switch on the steam and move the cloth-covered brush gently over the surfaces to be cleaned.
Replace cloth regularly so that more dirt can be collected and to avoid too much moisture being applied to the floor and leaving it very wet.
Heavily soiled areas will require more attention to allow steam more time to act on the dirt while lightly soiled and smooth surfaces will only require a quick wipe.
Switch the unit off by means of switches
(2) and (3).
Remove the hose plug (11) from the unit by pressing the button, holding down the socket flap simultaneously.
Remove the plug from the mains socket.
Any remaining water can be left inside the unit.
To avoid deforming the brushes (23 & 24), ensure that the brushes are allowed to cool down before storing.
Jet nozzle (22) and round brush (23 & 24)
Recommended applications with round brush include:
- Hard to reach surfaces such as corners and joints
- Toilets and sanitary installations
- Venetian blinds
Without round brush
- Defrosting freezers
- Eliminating odours and creases in clothing.
Firstly place the garment on to a clothes hanger and spray steam at a distance of around 10 – 20 cm.
- Removing dust from plants.
Maintain a distance of around 30 – 40 cm to avoid burning leaves by direct contact with steam.
The jet nozzle can be attached either directly to the handle or via the extension tubes.
The closer you hold the jet nozzle to the object to be cleaned, the better the cleaning results will be.
The round bristle brushes can be snapped onto the end of the jet nozzle.
The nylon brush is suitable for most cleaning applications such as: grout, tap ware, toilets, bathrooms, fridge seals and sliding door runners.
The metallic brush is suitable for more stubborn dirt where a more abrasive action will not affect the surface, such as
BBQ plates and lime scale in toilets.
Hand held squeegee with big and small blades (25)
This squeegee cannot be attached to the extension tubes and/or steam handle
Use the jet nozzle (22) to apply steam to the window at a distance of at least 30cm.
Squeegee the window in straight passes from top to bottom. Wipe the blade and the bottom edge of the window dry after each pass.
Blades on the hand-held window cleaner can be interchanged, according to the width of surface being cleaned.
passes from top to bottom. Wipe the rubber blade and the bottom edge of the widow dry after each pass.
Professional Iron (29) *
The high steam professional iron produces up to 6 times more steam than a normal domestic iron, and is up to 4 times faster.
Note: Do not stand the iron on its end, always place it with the sole plate down on the iron pad (30) supplied.
Firmly insert the plug of the iron into the machine socket of the cleaner until it locks in place.
The temperature setting on the iron needs to be set to the correct setting for the fabric concerned.
Press the steam on/off button (3) on the machine. Both orange lights will come on.
The light on the iron will turn off when it has reached the desired temperature.
When the steam is ready for use and the iron is hot, place your thumb on the large switch located at the top of the iron, to release steam.
Release some steam away from the fabric before commencing ironing until a steady flow of steam comes out.
The iron can be used vertically to ‘steamiron’ curtains, dresses, etc.
Triangular brush (27) *
Recommended applications include
- smaller washable areas, such as:
- kitchen and bathroom surfaces
- car interiors
- upholstery
The triangular brush can be attached to the extension tubes or directly to the steam handle, provided that the brush connector (21) is fitted.
Wallpaper stripper (28) *
Fit wallpaper stripper directly to the hose handle. locking into place. Some tasks may be easier with extension tubes fitted.
Integrated Window cleaner (26) *
Fit the window cleaner to the handle
(attach extension tubes if required).
To ‘steam clean’ the surface, place the thick rubber of the accessory head against the glass, whilst releasing steam (13).
Keep the steam control switch (13) pressed until the entire surface is covered with steam.
To remove excess water turn the accessory head around with the squeegee against the surface. Move the squeegee in straight
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Press the steam release button (3) The orange light will turn on.
Place the wallpaper stripper with its entire surface on the edge of a sheet of wallpaper.
Allow the steam to penetrate until the wallpaper is soaked through (approx.10 sec.)
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Without switching it off, move the wallpaper stripper to a new location.
Use a putty knife to lift the loosened wall paper, and pull it off completely.
* These accessories are available as optional extras, if not supplied with your machine.
Please contact your helpline for more information
Mix one litre of water with 0.25 litre of vinegar and pour into the boiler with the funnel provided.
Shake the cleaner and then allow the mixture to work for at least one hour.
Rinse the boiler until water is clear
Trouble shooting guide
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
CONSUMABLES
Cleaning the boiler
Disconnect from mains and make sure it is cold.
To clean the boiler, fill the boiler with water and shake it vigorously to loosen any scale that has settled at the bottom of the boiler.
Pour the water out of the boiler and the scale will be flushed out.
If you experience any difficulty in obtaining service or spare parts, please telephone our
Customer Helpline (during office hours):
UK Helpline 0870 0602606
Replacement Parts 0870 1676637
IRELAND 1800 409119
De-scaling the boiler
In order to keep the heat-up time constant it is recommended to de-scale your cleaner at regular intervals.
The After Sales division Morphy richards
Mexborough
South Yorkshire
S64 8AJ
FAULT POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No steam No electrical supply
Unit not switched on
Switch to power remote handle control not switched on
Hose connector not pushed in properly
No water in boiler
Check fuse, cable plug and socket
Switch on correct switch and read instructions
As above
Make sure hose connector is assembled correctly to cleaner
Refill with water as instructions
Very little steam Variable steam controller not open
Some models only
Adjust steam controller knob
Very long heat up time Unit calcified
Loud whistling noise Pressure fault accompanied by steam from rear of machine
De calcify (de-scale) unit
Return the product to your authorised customer service agent.
If you encounter any other problems with the product, contact your local authorised customer service agent.
P/N S8792770 03/03
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