How to clean the inside of the steam generator from scale: Philips, Tefal et al.

Steam generator - a device that can be ironed linens, clean the carpets, curtains, tiles and sanitary ware. To the device to work efficiently and does not stain, clean it. Clean steam generator easily at home ad hoc or improvised means.

fouling

To the steam generator does not clog scum, Philips and Tefal supplied the models of water purification function. Due to the fact that many devices are deprived, it is necessary to clean the steam generator from the scale in as an ordinary iron.

Do not fill hard water into the device. Due to salts of calcium and magnesium is deposited in the inner compartments and tubes of the steam generator.

Scale does not absorb heat and a poor conductor of it. It is deposited on the surface of PETN and prevents it from warming up, requiring more energy.

Unable to prevent breakage due to the built-Sleep function. The device is switched off when the scale is going inside too much. If you clean the steam generator from the scale out of time, it will burn out.

Types of devices and methods for their purification

There are two types of steam generators: pomp and gravity. Let us consider each of them.

pomp

Emit steam under high pressure as a result of pressing the button. Despite the ease of use, clean them very desirable. To avoid damaging the device, contact the service center.

Gravity

Not as effective, but easy to clean the house. To do this, use special tools or prepare their own cleaning mixture.

How to clean the steam generator

Follow the instructions to clean the steam generator correctly. It gives information on the professional tools that will return the unit clean and do not spoil it. To clean the unit with improvised methods:

1. Stir equal proportions of water and vinegar.
2. Fill the tank to 25% by volume.
3. Leave the liquid for 20 minutes.
4. Turn on the device at the maximum power.
5. Run mode impact of steam and iron the unnecessary fabric.
6. Perform procedure until solution is complete.
7. Rinse the container with clean water several times.

Instead of vinegar you can take citric acid. It was diluted in a ratio of 25 g of powder to 1 liter of water.

Particularly care for various brands

The Tefal company has automatic cleaning devices. If you use them regularly, problems with scale will not occur. Fill the reservoir only purified water.

For the prevention of scum and mold apparatus rinse with pure water before and after use.

Steam generators from Philips have cleaners with special indicators. The extent of pollution, indicator lights, signaling the need to rinse the steam generator. rinsing procedure takes two minutes. If cleaning was not stripping function is activated.

Karcher and DOMENA company together with a steam generator complete sell cleaning products.

If the steam generator inside the large accumulation of scale, try to take it apart. Follow the instructions so as not to break the device. Parse it, inspect the internal parts and determine the degree of contamination.

If the scale a bit, apply a chemical and household remedies. A large gathering gently clean off her with a sharp object. In such a case it is easy to scratch the surface of the steam generator.

Several effective ways

There are several ways that can help to clean the appliance from the long-standing scale. You do not need to spend a lot of money.

Dishwashing liquid

1. A small amount of any funds pour into clean water and stir well.
2. Soak a soft fabric cold and clean outer surface.
3. Wipe dry apparatus.

Lemon acid

1. Mix 1 liter of water and 25 g of the acid.
2. Fill the tank for 20 minutes.
3. Turn on the heater to maximum temperature and iron the fabric stripping unnecessary to complete emptying of the tank.
4. Fill the clean steam distilled water and rinse it.
5. Rinse container with running water.

Removes stubborn scale formation inside the steam generator.

antiscaling composition

1. According to the instructions, dilute agent in water.
2. Fill the tank of the steam generator 20 minutes and proceed as with citric acid.
3. Antiscalant is sold in the form of tablets, powder, and gel. The quality of treatment does not affect the release form.

Vinegar and distilled water

• mix equal amounts water and vinegar;
• Fill the tank and turn on full power;
• sure that the liquid quantity does not exceed 25% of the volume of the container;
• include steaming and vyparte liquid on a clean cloth;
• repeat the procedure with distilled water;
• rinse the tank under running water several times.

If the device is still bad to let off steam, contact the service center.

helpful hints

Using the steam generator, remember:

• Do not clean in the home appliances pomp;
• LED flashing indicates that the device time to clean from scale;
• use for the steam generator water quality, to prevent the emergence of scale;
• after each use, drain the remaining liquid, so as not to provoke plaque formation;
• if the device Teflon or ceramic coating is not clean it abrasives or salt - this will lead to formation of scratches;
• Do not use for cleaning metal sponges and brushes.

To steam last longer, do not pour it in hard water from the tap. Use only distilled or filtered liquid. Rinse the appliance with clean water and leave it after the ironing. Keep the device clean and dry.