Top Innovations Carpet Cleaner MC1227 User Manual

Model MC1227  
Handheld Steam Cleaner  
by Top Innovations, Inc.  
Please read instructions before use.  
Mail in your warranty registration card.  
 
CUSTOMER SUPPORT  
CUSTOMER SUPPORT  
For problems with your steam cleaner, refer to the Troubleshooting  
Guide Located on page 14 of this manual. Additional inquiries should be  
directed to our Customer Support services at 1-800-711-6617 ext. 102 /  
130 or e-mailed to:  
Should there be any missing or defective parts or accessories, contact  
Customer Support. In most cases, it is not necessary to return the entire  
unit. We can ship most parts directly to your door.  
To ensure prompt and accurate service, call for a Return  
Authorization number before returning any unit to Top Innovations.  
Failure to obtain a Return Authorization number will cause a delay  
in warranty or out-of-warranty service requests.  
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or  
injury, the following basic safety precautions should always  
be followed when using an electrical appliance.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR STEAM CLEANER  
1. DO NOT leave your MC1227 Handheld Steam Cleaner unattended when  
plugged in or not in use.  
2.  
This unit is not a toy. Close supervision is required when using  
unit near children, pets, and plants. Steam produced by it is hot and  
pressurized. Care must be taken to avoid burns or other injuries. Never  
point nozzle at pets or people.  
3. Always unplug electrical cord when unit is not in use. DO NOT use this  
unit if electrical cord or outlet is damaged. DO NOT use unit if it is not  
working properly or has been dropped, damaged, or left outdoors. If such  
damage occurs, return unit to an approved service technician for repair.  
4. This unit is an electrical appliance. DO NOT submerge it in water. DO  
NOT use electrical cord as a handle. DO NOT allow cord to be crimped by  
closing it in doors. DO NOT pull or stretch cord around sharp corners or  
edges. Be sure to keep electrical cord away from all heated surfaces.  
5. DO NOT use this unit with extension cords or electrical outlets that have  
inadequate current capacity. A three-prong outlet or a properly grounded  
adapter is necessary when using MC1227 Handheld Steam Cleaner.  
6. In order to unplug MC1227 Handheld Steam Cleaner, grasp plug and pull  
smoothly and firmly from outlet. DO NOT attempt to unplug unit by pulling  
or tugging on cord.  
7. DO NOT handle or use this unit while hands are wet or when not wearing  
shoes. To avoid falls and other injuries, be sure to dry any wet areas on  
floors and to stand away from damp surfaces while using steam cleaner.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!  
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY  
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance  
has a three-pronged plug. This plug will fit in a polarized wall  
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,  
contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. DO NOT  
attempt to modify the plug or defeat this safety feature in any way.  
8. MC1227 Handheld Steam Cleaner is only meant to be used with  
recommended MC1227 accessories. Other types of attachments such as  
those used with vacuum cleaners are not to be used with Handheld Steam  
Cleaner. Doing so may cause injuries or damage to unit.  
9. Nozzles and attachments become hot during use. To avoid injuries, DO  
NOT touch nozzles while using this appliance. DO NOT attempt to change  
attachments while unit is emitting steam.  
10. DO NOT turn unit on its side when in use.  
11. When filling your Handheld Steam Cleaner with water, DO NOT overfill  
Water Reservoir.  
12. Before filling unit with water, always take the following steps:  
(1) Turn appliance off  
(2) Unplug electrical cord  
Failure to follow these steps may result in electric shock and injury.  
13. Only water should be used in unit. Other cleaning agents will damage  
unit and can cause injuries.  
14. DO NOT operate unit if steam opening is blocked. Should this occur,  
shut unit off and unplug.  
15. Store your MC1227 Handheld Steam Cleaner in a cool, dry place. Allow  
unit to cool completely, and always drain Water Reservoir before storing.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!  
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY  
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MC1227 HANDHELD STEAM CLEANER  
PRODUCT INFORMATION  
The following features and accessories come with your steam cleaner.  
Carefully inspect packaging material as some parts are shipped inside  
Styrofoam packaging. To obtain possible missing parts, refer to the  
Customer Support section on page 3 of this manual.  
UNIT FEATURES AND  
ACCESSORIES  
1. Water Reservoir Cap  
2. Steam Trigger  
3. Handle  
4. Grounded Power Cord  
5. Steam Ready Light  
6. Water Reservoir  
7. Steam Jet Nozzle  
8. Flexible Steam Hose  
9. Measuring Cup  
10. 10 mm Nylon Utility Brush  
11. 15 mm Nylon Utility Brush  
12. Brass Utility Brush  
13. Utility Attachment Head  
14. Large Utility Brush  
15. Squeegee  
16. Fabric Steaming Cloth  
17. Scrub Pad  
18. Angled Steam Nozzle  
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MC1227 HANDHELD STEAM CLEANER  
PRODUCT INFORMATION  
· The Water Reservoir Cap (1) securely covers the opening to the Water  
Reservoir, safely containing the pressurized steam within the boiler. The  
Water Reservoir Cap must be removed in order to fill the unit with water.  
· The Steam Trigger (2) is depressed in order to release a spray of hot,  
penetrating steam from the unit.  
· The Handle (3) is designed to stay relatively cool and safe while  
providing the optimum amount of user comfort.  
· The Grounded Power Cord (4) provides a maximum amount of safety  
against electrical shock, while still allowing a great deal of freedom and  
mobility.  
· The Steam Ready Light (5) indicates when the unit is ready to steam.  
· The Water Reservoir (6) is the tank in which water is stored for use by  
the unit. There must be a sufficient amount of water in the Water  
Reservoir in order for the unit to function.  
· The Steam Jet Nozzle (7) is the only accessory that is required at all times  
in order for the unit to function. It focuses the spray of steam, and serves  
as the base to which all other attachments connect.  
· The Flexible Steam Hose (8) is used to effectively extend the reach and  
flexibility of the Steam Jet Nozzle, allowing you to reach some hard to  
clean areas.  
· The Measuring Cup (9) is designed to assist you in consistently filling  
the unit with the optimum amount of water.  
· The 10 mm Nylon Utility Brush (10) and the 15 mm Nylon Utility Brush  
(11) attach to the Steam Jet Nozzle, and provide extra power for  
removing exceptionally tough dirt and stains from surfaces.  
· The Brass Utility Brush (12) attaches to the Steam Jet Nozzle and is  
designed for removed tough stuck-on grease and grime from grills.  
· The Utility Attachment Head (13) attaches to the Steam Jet Nozzle, and  
serves only as a base for attaching the Large Utility Brush (14), Squeegee  
(15), and Fabric Steaming Cloth (16). The Large Utility Brush is  
designed for cleaning carpeting and upholstery. The Squeegee can be  
used to clean mirrors, windshields, and other smooth glass surfaces. The  
Fabric Steaming Cloth is used to prevent any large water droplets from  
falling on upholstered fabric surfaces as you steam them.  
· The Scrub Pad (17) gives you extra cleaning power for removing tough  
stains and grime from hard surfaces.  
· The Angled Steam Nozzle (18) is designed to help you clean hard to reach  
areas such as car engines.  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING: Do not try to connect attachments while unit is emitting steam.  
ATTACHING STEAM JET NOZZLE  
1. Insert cylinder on back of Steam Jet Nozzle (FIGURE 1) into hole on face  
of main unit (FIGURE 2). Insert it so that two tabs on sides of cylinder  
(FIGURE 1-A) fit into two tab holes on sides of main hole (FIGURE 2-B).  
FIGURE 1  
FIGURE 2  
2. Rotate Steam Jet Nozzle in direction indicated by the “Lock” arrow at  
rear of nozzle (counter-clockwise). Twist until it will move no further to  
ensure it is properly and securely seated.  
ATTACHING SMALL ACCESSORIES  
1. To attach Scrub Pad (FIGURE 3-A), Angled Steam Nozzle (FIGURE 3-B),  
or one of the three Utility Brushes (FIGURE 3-C), first make sure Steam Jet  
Nozzle is properly installed. Then simply slide accessory onto end of  
Steam Jet Nozzle as illustrated (FIGURE 4).  
IMPORTANT: To avoid injury, slide utility brush all the way to end of  
Steam Jet Nozzle as illustrated (FIGURE 4) to ensure no steam escapes.  
FIGURE 3  
FIGURE 4  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
ATTACHING SQUEEGEE /  
LARGE UTILITY BRUSH  
NOTE: While only the Squeegee is  
illustrated in FIGURES 5-7, the same  
assembly procedure applies to the  
Large Utility Brush.  
1. Attach Squeegee or Large Utility  
Brush to Utility Attachment Head by  
inserting tabs on bottom of Utility  
Attachment Head (FIGURE 5-A)  
into slots on bottom of Squeegee or  
Large Utility Brush (FIGURE 5-B).  
FIGURE 5  
FIGURE 6  
FIGURE 7  
2. Swing Squeegee/Large Utility Brush  
backwards until hook latch on back  
snaps over tab on top of Utility  
Attachment Head (FIGURE 6).  
3. Slide Utility Attachment Head with  
attached Squeegee/Large Utility  
Brush onto Steam Jet Nozzle as  
illustrated (FIGURE 7).  
ATTACHING FABRIC  
STEAMING CLOTH  
1. Stretch Fabric Steaming Cloth  
around Utility Attachment Head as  
shown (FIGURE 8).  
2. Slide Utility Attachment Head with  
attached Fabric Steaming Cloth  
onto Steam Jet Nozzle.  
FIGURE 8  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
ATTACHING FLEXIBLE STEAM  
HOSE  
1. Identify Male end of the Flexible Steam  
Hose (FIGURE 9-A). It will have a large  
cylinder with two tabs on either side.  
2. Identify Female end of the Flexible Steam  
Hose (FIGURE 9-B). It will have a small  
knob protruding from a cylindrical hole.  
FIGURE 9  
3. Insert cylinder on Male end (FIGURE 10) into hole on face of main unit (FIGURE 11).  
Insert it so that two tabs on sides of cylinder (FIGURE 10-A) fit into two tab holes on  
sides of main hole (FIGURE 11-B). Twist cylinder 90 degrees counter-clockwise, so  
small line on end of cylinder aligns with top of main unit.  
FIGURE 10  
FIGURE 11  
4. Attach Steam Jet Nozzle (FIGURE 12) to Female end of Flexible Steam Hose  
(FIGURE 13). Insert cylinder on back of Steam Jet Nozzle into hole in Female end  
of Flexible Steam Hose. Insert it so that two tabs on sides of cylinder  
(FIGURE 12-A) fit into two tab holes on sides of main hole (FIGURE 13-B).  
FIGURE 12  
FIGURE 13  
5. Rotate Steam Jet Nozzle in direction indicated by the “Lock” arrow at rear of nozzle  
(counter-clockwise). Twist 90 degrees, until properly and securely seated.  
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USING THE HANDHELD STEAM  
CLEANER  
FILLING HANDHELD STEAM CLEANER WITH WATER  
1. Place Handheld Steam Cleaner on a flat, level surface.  
2. Make sure power cord is unplugged from electrical outlet.  
3. Press and hold Steam Trigger to ensure that any remaining steam has been  
emitted from unit.  
4. While still depressing Steam Trigger, cautiously unscrew and remove  
Water Reservoir Cap.  
CAUTION: Always press Steam Trigger while unscrewing Water Reservoir Cap.  
This ensures that any steam inside unit will be safely vented out of nozzle.  
5. Allow unit to cool for at least 3 minutes.  
WARNING: Always allow unit to cool before adding water. Cold water added to  
a hot boiler may cause hot water and steam to shoot out of fill hole.  
6. Remove Water Reservoir Cap and empty any water remaining in Water  
Reservoir from previous use.  
CAUTION: Emptying unit before filling ensures that proper amount of water is  
added. Too much water may cause excess water in steam and could damage unit.  
7. Fill Measuring Cup to maximum fill line with water (10 oz.)  
NOTE: To prolong lifetime of Handheld Steam Cleaner, we recommend using  
distilled or de-mineralized water.  
8. Carefully pour water from Measuring Cup into Water Reservoir through  
fill hole.  
WARNING: Extreme caution should be used when pouring water into boiler. Do  
not look directly down fill hole when filling. Keep your free hand and any children  
or pets at a safe distance.  
9. Replace Water Reservoir Cap, using caution not to over tighten it.  
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USING THE HANDHELD STEAM  
CLEANER  
OPERATING HANDHELD STEAM CLEANER  
NOTE: Be sure that Water Reservoir has already been filled and desired  
attachments are connected before following these steps.  
1. Plug power cord into a convenient electrical outlet. Steam Ready Light  
will immediately illuminate. (Note: Steam Ready Light is illuminated  
while boiler is heating. This unit has no On/Off power switch.)  
CAUTION: This unit uses a grounded (3-prong) electrical plug. Use only in  
properly installed 3-prong electrical outlets. Do not attempt to alter plug or  
circumvent this safety feature in any way.  
2. Steam Ready Light will deactivate in 3-4 minutes, indicating that  
boiler is heated and Handheld Steam Cleaner is ready to begin steaming.  
3. Direct Steam Jet Nozzle (and any attachments) towards surface you  
desire to steam, and press Steam Trigger.  
CAUTION: Always be sure that Steam Jet Nozzle and any other attachments  
are pointed in a safe direction (away from yourself, other people, pets, and  
plants) before pressing Steam Trigger.  
4. Keep Steam Trigger Depressed for a constant stream of steam. Using a  
slight back-and-forth motion over the area you are steaming will further  
enhance the cleaning process.  
NOTE: During use Steam Ready Light may illuminate. This is normal. If you  
notice a drop in steam pressure, release Steam Trigger until Steam Ready Light  
deactivates once again.  
5. Once steaming task is complete, immediately unplug power cord from  
electrical outlet. Follow steps under Proper Storage procedure on page  
13 of this manual.  
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CARE AND STORAGE GUIDELINES  
PROPER STORAGE  
Preparing your Handheld Steam Cleaner for storage is quick and simple. When you  
have finished your steaming tasks, follow the steps listed below:  
1. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet.  
2. Allow unit to cool completely (at least 30 minutes).  
3. Remove all attachments from unit.  
4. Drain any remaining water in Water Reservoir into a sink or tub to prevent  
overfilling during your next use. Flush out Water Reservoir with fresh water to  
minimize potential mineral buildup in Water Reservoir.  
5. Store all attachments safely away, preferably near Handheld Steam Cleaner.  
6. Store Handheld Steam Cleaner in a cool, dry location.  
REMOVING MINERAL BUILD-UP  
One common problem with steam appliances is mineral build-up caused by high  
mineral content in many municipal water supplies.  
The best way to avoid this is to use de-mineralized or distilled water in unit.  
If you are unable to use de-mineralized or distilled water, we recommend you use  
this procedure monthly to help avoid mineral build-up:  
1. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet and allow unit to completely cool.  
2. Remove all attachments from unit.  
3. Remove Water Reservoir Cap and drain Water Reservoir into sink or tub.  
4. Using Measuring Cup, make a mixture of 5 oz. vinegar and 5 oz. water.  
5. Slowly pour water-vinegar solution into Water Reservoir.  
6. Allow to stand for 40 minutes.  
7. Drain water-vinegar solution from Water Reservoir.  
8. Rinse Water Reservoir with fresh water and drain until vinegar odor dissipates.  
9. Replace Water Reservoir Cap.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
Steamer is not plugged  
in.  
Plug into electrical  
outlet.  
Unit fails to heat up.  
Household Circuit  
Breaker / Ground Fault  
Interrupter has tripped or  
blown a fuse.  
Reset Circuit Breaker /  
Ground Fault Interrupter,  
or replace fuse. If you  
need assistance, contact a  
qualified electrician.  
Unit heats up, but fails to  
steam.  
Follow Removing  
Mineral Buildup  
procedure on page 13 of  
this manual.  
Mineral buildup in unit.  
Water Reservoir is  
empty.  
Refill Water Reservoir  
using procedures on page  
11 of this manual.  
Steam output is  
intermittent.  
It is normal for unit to  
periodically stop  
Mineral buildup in unit.  
steaming for a few  
seconds. If steam stays  
off for longer periods,  
follow Removing  
Mineral Buildup  
procedure on page 13 of  
this manual.  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
THREE MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY  
(If outside USA, additional shipping charges may apply)  
Top Innovations, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material  
and workmanship for a period of three (3) months from the date of purchase.  
This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, negligence, use by  
improper current or voltage, use contrary to operating instructions or  
disassembly, repair or alteration by any person other than Top Innovations,  
Inc. Warranty Service Department.  
Top Innovations, Inc. will repair or replace, at its option. This warranty gives  
you specific legal rights and may have other rights, which may vary from  
state to state.  
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by:  
1. Call (800) 711-6617 for Return Authorization Number before returning  
for repair  
2. Include copy of purchase receipt  
3. Include your name, address, telephone number, and Return Authorization  
Number on returned package  
Please send product postage prepaid to:  
TOP INNOVATIONS, INC.  
WARRANTY SERVICE DEPARTMENT  
400 NW PLATTE VALLEY DR.  
RIVERSIDE, MO 64150  
After 3 month limited warranty has expired, you will be advised of the cost of  
repair before any servicing is done unless you enclose a note indicating that  
you would like us to proceed with repairs.  
If you have any questions about coverage under this warranty, you may  
contact warranty service department by telephone at (800) 711-6617 ext. 102 /  
130 or e-mail [email protected]  
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Top Innovations, Inc.  
400 NW Platte Valley Dr.  
Riverside, MO 64150  
Tel: (800) 711-6617  
Printed In China  
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