How to Clean Chemicals from Steam Cleaners
Steam cleaners are generally used with only hot water to provide a cleaning action on hard surfaces. However, chemicals may occasionally be used in certain steam cleaners for additional cleaning results. Once chemicals have been used in a steam cleaner, it is important to thoroughly clean the cleaner to remove any chemicals and prepare the unit for future use with water alone. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Turn off and unplug the steam cleaner. Allow time for it to cool.
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Empty out any water or chemicals from the tank on the steam cleaner. Rinse out the tank with water.
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Fill the water tank with warm water and close the lid. Shake the tank thoroughly to agitate the water inside the tank.
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Pour the water out of the tank. Repeat until no chemical smell is present. The water tank can also be filled with vinegar or a steamer cleaning agent and agitated to provide a more thorough cleaning action. Rinse the tank well with water until no vinegar scent or cleaning smell is evident.
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Refill the tank with clean water prior to the next use of the steam cleaner.
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Tips & Warnings
Note that some steam cleaners may be damaged by the use of chemicals. Always consult your steam cleaner user manual for specific information about the use of chemicals in that model.
