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How to Use a Dirt Devil Steam Cleaner

The Dirt Devil steam cleaner is an upright carpet cleaner that uses steam to suction up dirt and debris from the surface. The cleaner has a motorized brush roll and suctions up dirt and debris while cleaning carpet fibers with hot steam and cleaning solution. Featuring a one gallon water reservoir, 25-foot long cord, 12-amp motor and replaceable filter, the steam cleaner is sold on the Internet and in many department and home retail stores. Using the steam cleaner is fairly easy, but should only be done by an adult to reduce the risk of injury.

Things You'll Need

  • Hot water
  • Carpet cleaning solution
  • Clean cloths
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Instructions

    • 1

      Grab the reservoir by the handle and pull forward to remove from the base of the Dirt Devil cleaner.

    • 2

      Remove the cap from the underside of the reservoir and fill with four ounces of cleaning solution and hot water to the fill mark. Close the cap turning it clockwise.

    • 3

      Set the bottom of the reservoir in the base of the carpet cleaner and push the reservoir into position. Connect the power cord on the unit to a power supply and turn the power "On."

    • 4

      Wait a few minutes for the unit to heat up. Squeeze the spray trigger and move the Dirt Devil over the damp surface. Release the trigger and repeat the motion over the same area.

    • 5

      Turn off and unplug the unit when cleaning is complete. Pull up on the dirty water tank handle and push the latch to release. Open the lid and pour the dirty water into a sink or drain. Rinse well with hot water and wipe dry. Replace the water tank in the cleaner when dry.