FSM1610
FSM1620
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Attaching a cleaning pad (Fig. D)
Replacement cleaning pads are available from your Black &
Decker dealer:- (cat. no. FSMP20-XJ).
u Place a cleaning pad (6) on the floor with the ‘hook & loop’
side facing up.
u Lightly press the steam mop down onto the cleaning pad
(6).
Caution! Always place your steam mop on the resting mat (7)
with the handle (4) in the upright position when stationary and
make sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.
Intended use
Your Black & Decker steam mop has been designed for
sanitising and cleaning sealed hardwood, sealed laminate,
linoleum, vinyl, ceramic tile, stone and marble floors and for
refreshing carpets. This appliance is intended for indoor
household use only.
Warning! Read all of the 'Safety, Maintenance,
Service' manual carefully before operating
this appliance.
Read all of this manual carefully before operating
the appliance.
Removing a cleaning pad (Fig. E)
Caution! Always wear suitable shoes when changing the
cleaning pad on your steam mop. Do not wear slippers or
open toed footwear.
u Return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the
steam mop ‘OFF’.
u Place the steam mop on the resting mat and wait until it
cools down. (approximately five minutes)
u Place the front of your shoe onto the cleaning pad removal
tab (14) and press down firmly.
u Lift the steam mop up off the cleaning pad.
Caution! Always place the steam mop on the resting mat (7)
with the handle (4) in the upright position when stationary and
make sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.
Features
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.
1. ON/Off switch
2. AutoselectTM dial
3. Removable water tank
4. Handle
5. Steam head
6. Steam head cleaning pad
7. Resting mat
8. Bottom cable tidy hook
9. Top cable tidy hook
10. Cable management clip
Assembly
Filling the water tank (Fig. F)
The water tank on your steam mop is removable for conven-
ient and easy filling.
This Steam Mop incorporates an anti-calc system to help
prolong the life of the system.
Note: Fill the water tank with clean tap water.
Note: In areas of very hard water, the use of de-ionised water
is recommended.
Warning! Before attempting any of the following operations,
make sure that the appliance is switched off and unplugged
and that the appliance is cold and does not contain any water.
Attaching the handle (Fig. A)
u Slide the bottom end of the handle (4) into the top end
of the steam mop body (12) until it clicks into place. The
arrow on the handle (4) should be aligned with the top of
the steam mop body (12).
u Remove the water tank (3).
u Open the filler cap (16) by lifting it up.
u Fill the water tank (3) with water.
Warning! Your water tank has a 460 ml capacity. Do not over
fill the tank.
u Re-fit the filler cap (16).
u Re-fit the water tank (3).
Attaching the steam head (Fig. B)
u Slide the bottom end of the steam mop body (12) onto the
steam head (5) until it clicks into place.
u The steam head can be removed from the Steam mop
body by pressing the steam head release button (13) and
pulling the steam mop body (12) off the steam head (5).
Note: Ensure the filler cap is firmly secured.
Note: Do not use chemical cleaners with your steam mop..
Attaching the water jug (Fig. C)
Attaching the carpet glider (Fig. G) (FSM1620 Only)
u Place carpet glider on the floor.
u Attach a cleaning pad to the unit.
u Lightly press the steam mop down onto the carpet glider
(11) until it clicks into place.
u Clip the water jug (3) onto the handle (4).
u Slide the water jug (3) down into the Steam mop body
(12), ensure that the water jug is firmly seated.
Caution! Always place the steam mop on the resting mat (7)
with the handle (4) in the upright position when stationary and
make sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.
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The steam mop will select the correct volume of steam
required for your particular cleaning operation.
Note: Always check you are using the correct setting before
using your steam mop.
Removing the carpet glider (Fig. G) (FSM1620 Only)
Caution! Always wear suitable shoes when changing the
carpet glider on your steam mop. Do not wear slippers or
open toed footwear.
u Return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the
steam mop ‘OFF’.
Hints for optimum use
u Place the steam mop on the resting mat and wait until it
cools down. (approximately five minutes)
General
Caution! Never use the steam mop without first attaching a
cleaning pad.
u Place the front of your shoe onto the carpet glider removal
tab (15) and press down firmly.
u During use you can use the cable management clip (10) to
keep your cable out of the way of the work area..
u Always vacuum or sweep the floor before using the steam
mop.
u Lift the steam mop up off the carpet glider (11).
Caution! Always place the steam mop on the resting mat (7)
with the handle (4) in the upright position when stationary and
make sure the steam mop is turned off when not in use.
u The easiest way to use the machine is to tilt the handle to
a 45˚ angle and clean slowly, covering a small area at a
time.
u Do not use chemical cleaners with your steam mop. To
remove stubborn stains from vinyl or linoleum floors, you
can pre-treat with a mild detergent and some water before
using the steam mop.
Use
Important! This unit will kill 99.9% of bacteria & germs when
used in accordance with this manual and with the micro fibre
pad fitted and a continuous run time of 90 seconds.
Switching on and off
u To switch the appliance on, press the ON/OFF button (1).
It takes approximately 15 seconds for the steam mop to
heat up.
Note: When the steam mop is first turned on the water res-
ervoir will glow red. Once the steam mop is ready to use the
water reservoir will glow blue.
Steam cleaning
u Place a cleaning pad (6) on the floor with the ‘hook & loop’
side facing up.
u Raise the steam mop off the resting mat (7) and lightly
press it down onto the cleaning pad (6).
u Place the steam mop on the resting mat.
u Connect the steam mop to the mains.
u Turn the AutoselectTM dial (2) to the required setting.
u Press the ON/OFF button (1). It takes approximately 15
seconds for the steam mop to heat up.
u Pulling the handle (4) back will activate the steam pump.
After a few seconds steam will start to come out of the
steam head.
Note: When first filled or after running dry it can take up to 45
seconds for steam to be produced.
u It takes a few seconds for steam to enter the cleaning pad.
The steam mop will now glide easily over the surface to be
sanitised/cleaned.
u Push and pull the steam mop slowly across the floor to
thoroughly steam clean each section.
Note: During use you may turn off the steam pump by return-
ing the handle to the upright position, this convenient feature
will allow you to place the steam mop on the resting mat for
a short time so that you may move items of furniture, then
continue cleaning without the need to switch the appliance off.
u When you have finished using the steam mop, return the
handle (4) to the upright position and turn it ‘OFF’, place it
on the resting mat (7) and wait until the steam mop cools
down. (approximately five minutes)
u To switch the appliance off, press the ON/OFF button (1).
Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time. Always place the steam mop on
the resting mat (7) with the handle (4) in the upright position
when stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off
when not in use.
Caution! Always empty the steam mop after use.
Note: When first filled or after running dry it can take up to 45
seconds for steam to be produced.
TM
Autoselect Technology
This steam mop is fitted with an AutoselectTM dial (2) which
shows various cleaning applications. They are used to select
the correct operating mode for your particular cleaning opera-
tion.
Using the AutoselectTM dial (2), choose from one of the follow-
ing applications:
Wood/Laminate
Stone/Marble
Tiles/Vinyl
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Caution! It is important to monitor the water level in the water
tank. To refill the water tank and continue to sanitise/clean,
return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the steam
mop ‘OFF’. Unplug the unit from the electrical wall outlet,
remove and refill the water tank (3).
Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time. Always place the steam mop on
the resting mat (7) with the handle (4) in the upright position
when stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off
when not in use.
After use (Fig. H & I)
u Return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the
steam mop ‘OFF’,
u Place the steam mop on the resting mat (7) and wait until
the steam mop cools down. (approximately five minutes)
u Unplug the steam mop from the electrical wall outlet.
u Empty the water tank (3).
u Remove the cleaning pad (6) and wash it ready for next
use. (Take care to follow the wash care instructions
printed on the cleaning pad).
u Wrap the supply cable around the cable tidy hooks (8 &
9).
Carpet refreshing (FSM1620 only)
u Place a cleaning pad (6) on the floor with the ‘hook & loop’
side facing up.
Note: The top cable tidy hook (9) rotates to easily release the
cable ready for next use.
u Raise the steam mop off the resting mat (7) and lightly
press it down onto the cleaning pad (6).
u Clip the supply cable onto itself using the cable tidy clip
(17) close to the plug.
u Place the carpet glider (11) on the floor.
u Lightly press the steam mop down onto the carpet glider
(11) until it clicks into place.
u Place the steam mop on the resting mat. (7)
u Connect the steam mop to the mains.
u Press the ON/OFF button (1). It takes approximately 15
seconds for the steam mop to heat up.
u Turn the AutoselectTM dial (2) to the Wood/Laminate set-
ting.
u Place steam mop on the resting mat (7) for storage.
Note: With the handle (4) in the upright position, the cable
neatly wrapped around the cable tidy hooks (8 & 9) and
secured with the cable tidy clip (17) your steam mop will stand
on its own for storage. Alternatively there is a hanging bracket
(18) built into the hand grip (19) which will allow your steam
mop to be hung from a suitable hook on the wall. Always
ensure that your wall hook is capable of supporting the weight
of the steam mop safely.
u Pulling the handle (4) back will activate the steam pump.
After a few seconds steam will start to come out of the
steam head.
Note: When first filled or after running dry it can take up to 45
seconds for steam to be produced.
Technical data
FSM1610
FSM1620
(Type 1)
(Type 1)
u Push and pull the steam mop slowly across the carpet to
thoroughly refresh each section.
Voltage
Vac
W
230
1600
460
2.7
230
Power
Note: During use you may turn off the steam pump by return-
ing the handle (4) to the upright position, this convenient
feature will allow you to place the steam mop on the resting
mat (7) so that you may move items of furniture with out the
need to switch the appliance off.
1600
460
Tank capacity
ml
Weight
kg
3.06
u When you have finished using the steam mop, return the
handle (4) to the upright position and turn it ‘OFF’, place it
on the resting mat (7) and wait until the steam mop cools
down. (approximately five minutes)
Caution! It is important to monitor the water level in the water
tank. To refill the water tank and continue to sanitise/clean,
return the handle (4) to the upright position and turn the steam
mop ‘OFF’. Unplug the unit from the electrical wall outlet,
remove and refill the water tank (3).
Caution! Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for any period of time. Always place the steam mop on
the resting mat (7) with the handle (4) in the upright position
when stationary and make sure the steam mop is turned off
when not in use.
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Troubleshooting
If your appliance seems not to operate properly, follow the
instructions below. If this does not solve the problem, please
contact your local Black & Decker repair agent.
Problem
Step
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Possible solutions
Check the unit is plugged in at the wall
socket.
The steam mop is
not turning on.
Check the unit is switched on using the on/
off switch (1).
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3
4
Check the fuse in the plug.
The steam mop will only produce steam
once the handle is pulled back from the
upright position.
The steam mop is
not producing
steam.
Check that the water tank (3) is full and
correctly fitted.
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NOTE: When first filled or after running dry it
can take up to 45 seconds for steam to be
produced.
Check that the Steam head (5) is firmly
docked into the steam mop body (12).
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Check steps 1, then 2 then 3.
The steam mop
stops producing
steam during use.
Check steps 4, then 5, then 6 and then 3.
The steam mop has 3 settings. Turn the
autoselect dial (2) to increase the amount of
steam being produced.
The steam mop is
producing too
much steam during
use.
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The steam mop is
producing too little
steam during use.
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Check step 5.
The steam mop has 3 settings. Turn the
autoselect dial (2) to reduce the amount of
steam being produced.
Refer to the assembly chapter of the manual
for correct fitting instructions of all parts and
accessories.
Steam is escaping
from unexpected
areas of the unit.
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Where can I get
further information
/ accessories for
my steam mop.
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code to Black & Decker in your country.
Australia
Black & Decker (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark,
Victoria, 3138
Tel. 03-8720 5100
Fax 03-9727 5940
New Zealand
Black & Decker
5 Te Apunga Place
Mt Wellington
Tel. +64 9 259 1133
Fax +64 9 259 1122
Auckland 1060
United Kingdom
Black & Decker
210 Bath Road
Tel. 01753 511234
Fax 01753 551155
Slough, Berkshire SL1 3YD
90598588 REV-0
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