You may find it helpful to watch the short product video to see the various uses for the SF-290 Multipurpose Steam Cleaner. Click here or on the “Product Video” link on the left side of this page.

 You will find unlimited uses for your SF-290 Multi-Purpose Steam Cleaner.  There are no rules when it comes to steam cleaning and/or the attachments you received with your unit.  Use whichever attachment seems to accomplish the job intended quickly and easily.   Below are some guidelines for starting out:

 - Many surfaces require only spraying with your steam jet nozzle to clean and disinfect them and then wipe with a clean dry cloth or towel, or paper towel.

ex: kitchen counters, microwaves, stove tops, bathroom sinks, kitchen and bath fixtures

- The small nylon bristle brushes can be used on most surfaces for hard to remove dirt, grime spots or stains

ex: baked on food on ovens and oven doors, baked on stovetop spills,  bath and/or kitchen grease/grime, the rubber seal on the refrigerator, under/around the bath/kitchen fixtures, bath tile seams, grouting

- The small short nylon brush is also very effective in removing stains/spots from clothing and upholstery.   This can be done with steam alone or with a stain remover designed for your specific use.   Do not put any type of product in your steamer however, only water is to be used in the steamer.  Other products used in conjunction with the steamer are to be used directly on the items to be cleaned following the manufacturer's suggestions. 

- The floor mop with the fabric cover can be used on on linoleum and tile floors, and even on brick and stone floors.  It can also be used on  upholstery depending on the type of fabric being cleaned. 

- Some stains, whether on carpet or other surfaces, when dried may require a bit of extra scrubbing with one of the brushes and/or a product designed for stain removal.  It is helpful on carpet and cloth surfaces to blot with a clean dry towel to help remove the spot/stain.

- The brass brushes are useful for heavy duty jobs such as your BBQ grill and tire wheels etc.  Do not use this brush on anything that the hard brush surface might scratch or mar.

- The pole can be attached for mopping floors or overhead hard to reach places.  When using overhead, it is best to use with both hands on the pole for better support.

 This should help to get you started with your new multi-purpose steam cleaner.  Should you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 1-800-711-6617.  As you use your steam cleaner, you will find what works best for you and your cleaning projects. 

 Low Steam Setting:

Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Flooring, Delicate Fabrics, Wood Cabinetry

 Medium Steam Setting:

Most Floor Cleaning Tasks, Countertops, Bath and Kitchen Fixtures, Most routine cleaning tasks, Most fabrics

 High Steam Setting:

Tough Cleaning tasks, High traffic areas on floors, Thicker Fabrics

Note:  It is best to use the lowest setting possible for each task that also easily works to complete that task.  Start with the lower setting and increase if need be to quickly and easily complete the required cleaning task.

Note:  The higher steam setting increase the amount of moisture being emitted with the steam.