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How to Clean & Maintain a Tobi Steamer

The Tobi steamer is an upright fabric steamer that reduces wrinkles and restores freshness to clothing and upholstery. With regular use, minerals from hard water can build up in the machine and clog the steam flow. Tobi recommends cleaning the steamer once a month to keep it performing its best. Use distilled water to prevent future mineral buildup in the machine. With the proper care, you can maintain the performance of your Tobi steamer.

Things You'll Need

  • White vinegar
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Instructions

  1. Regular Cleaning

    • 1

      Turn off and unplug the steamer. Allow it to cool before cleaning.

    • 2

      Unscrew the hose and telescopic pole from the unit using a counterclockwise motion and set them aside.

    • 3

      Lift out the water tank and hold it over a bathtub or sink. Unscrew the drain valve from the bottom of the tank and drain the water out.

    • 4

      Rinse the water tank with clean water and empty it through the drain valve.

    • 5

      Hold the main unit over the bathtub or sink and unscrew the drain valve using a counterclockwise motion.

    • 6

      Drain the water from the main unit into the sink or tub. Rinse the unit and drain all of the water.

    • 7

      Close the drain valves and replace the water tank, hose and telescopic pole on the unit.

    Mineral Removal

    • 8

      Turn off and unplug the machine.

    • 9

      Remove the hose from the unit using a clockwise motion.

    • 10

      Remove the water tank and pour 1 cup of water and 1 cup of white vinegar into the tank.

    • 11

      Pu the tank back in place on the unit and allow it to sit for 40 minutes.

    • 12

      Remove the water tank, and hold the main unit over a sink or bathtub. Unscrew the drain valve on the main unit to drain out all of the vinegar solution.

    • 13

      Rinse the main unit with clean water and drain it completely.

    • 14

      Replace the water tank and hose on the main unit.