<\/span><\/h2>\nFirst Step – Fill the water tank<\/h3>\n
You can fill the water tank by using the funnel and the measuring cup. It is preferred that you pour fresh distilled water into the tank.<\/p>\n
Avoid overfilling the Steam Mop. Once the water tank is filled properly, place the cap, and secure it tightly.<\/p>\n
Second Step – Plug-In Your Steam Mop<\/h3>\n
Once done with the first step, the second step would be plugging the cord to a 120-volt common household switch. Turn on the Steam Mop and wait for 30 seconds or 1 minute. This will allow the Mop to heat the water.<\/p>\n
Third Step – Pump The Lever As You Mop<\/h3>\n
Now, use the Steam Mop to Mop the floor. All you need to do is pump the lever situated on the handle of the Mop. This will allow the cleaning pad to become damp, enabling you to Mop the floor smoothly.<\/p>\n
For best result, move your Steam Mop in back and forth motion.<\/p>\n
Fourth Step – Unplug And Put The Mop Away<\/h3>\n
While Mopping the floor, pump the lever to generate more Steam as needed. Towards the end of your task, it is preferred that you Mop until the water tank empties.<\/p>\n
Once done with Mopping, unplug and collect the cord together. Remove the wet cleaning pad from the Steam Mop and put it away for cleaning.<\/p>\n
You can reuse the cleaning pads next time you use your Steam Mop.<\/p>\n
<\/span>General Instructions On How Should You Clean Floors Using A Steam Mop?<\/span><\/h2>\n1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sweep Before Using The Mop<\/h3>\n
This may be a bit of a traditional thing to do before getting started with Mopping. It not only helps get rid of dust and other particles from the ground, but it also helps in preventing the Mop or Mop pads from getting dirty.<\/p>\n
Once the surface is nicely swept, it’s time for your Steam Mop to get into action.<\/p>\n
2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have Extra Mopping Pads Ready<\/h3>\n
While Mopping using Steam Mops, you might find dirt smearing around the floor if you use the same old Mopping pad. Therefore, it is recommended that you keep a few extra Mopping pads ready, just in case.<\/p>\n
These cleaning pads are available easily and come quite in handy. What\u2019s best about them is that they are reusable. All you need to do is put all the previously used cleaning pads in the washer and hang them dry.<\/p>\n
3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Steam The Floor Away<\/h3>\n
Once the Steam Mop is ready according to the instructions provided in the user manual, you are good to go. However, here are some of the things you should be mindful of while Steam cleaning the floor.<\/p>\n
\n- You need to keep moving while Steam Mopping the floor. You cannot stay idle or at a particular spot for a long time.<\/li>\n
- If the dirt builds up on the Mopping pad then you might want to change it. This will help you to avoid smearing the dirt around the floor.<\/li>\n
- For through cleaning, you can hover your Steam Mop multiple times over the entire floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Clean The Used Mopping Pads<\/h3>\n
Cleaning the Mopping pads is one of the easiest things to do. You can clean them using your washing machine or while you\u2019re doing your laundry.<\/p>\n
Generally, no specific cleaning instructions come along with the Mopping pads. However, just in case, we recommend you to read the manual.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\n<\/span>Can You Use Steam Mop On All Kinds Of Floor?<\/span><\/h2>\nSteam Mop can be used on a variety of surfaces but not all of them. The Mop works best on sealed floors. Linoleum, tiles, and ceramic are the perfect examples of sealed floors.<\/p>\n
Sealed floors contain properties that protect them from absorbing excess moisture, therefore, the Steam does not damage the surface. However, unsealed floors like surfaces made out of hardwood end up getting damaged. The Steam can make the wood weak and swell, often resulting in discolouration.<\/p>\n
In case you aren\u2019t sure if the surface of your floor is sealed or not, what you can do is conduct a water test. All you need to do is pour water on a small area and observe. If the water gets absorbed then it means the surface is unsealed and Steam Mop should not be used.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Can Steam Mop Clean Carpet Or Other Fabrics?<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough, Steam Mops clean surfaces exceptionally well, however, they shouldn\u2019t be considered as proper fabric or carpet cleaners. A Steam Mop can only help in removing certain stains on the carpet. While a proper carpet cleaner not only removes dirt but also washes the carpet.<\/p>\n
Certain multi-purpose Steam Mops come along with the carpet glider. This attachment replaces the Mop head, making it easy for you to clean your carpets.<\/p>\n
To make sure if your Steam Mop is suitable for cleaning carpet or other fabric, refer to the user manual that came along with your appliance.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How Often Should You Clean Your Floor Using The Steam Mop?<\/span><\/h2>\nThis honestly depends on household to household. Some people use Steam Mop once a week, while others prefer to Mop twice or thrice a week.<\/p>\n
The answer to this question comes down to the fact, that is, how active is your family? If 3-4 family members are quite inactive then you may need to use Steam Mop once a week.<\/p>\n
However, If your household is all about the outdoor activity then you just may need to use the Mop quite frequently during the week.<\/p>\n
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