How to Use Cleaning Solutions With Steam Cleaners
Steam cleaners are a way to clean carpeting in houses and apartments. With machines for rent and the availability of inexpensive machines for sale, they are increasingly popular for people with children, pets, allergies and health conditions. In addition to the machines, there are also numerous cleaning solutions that are available for use with the steam cleaners.
What You'll Need:
- Steam cleaner instructions
- Bucket
- Measuring spoon or cup
Directions:
- Check the instructions for your steam cleaner. There should be a list of approved cleaning solutions that you can use with your particular machine.
- Unplug the machine if you have not already done so.
- Locate your machine's water tanks. Most steam cleaners will have a tank to capture the dirty water as it cleans and another tank for clean water. Remove the clean water tank according to your machine's instructions. For some steam machines, the tank for the clean water may be a part of the unit and cannot be removed.
- Pour hot tap water into a one gallon bucket. If your tank is smaller than one gallon, use an appropriately sized bucket to hold your water.
- Read the directions on the cleaning solution. Use a measuring spoon or cup to measure out the exact amount of solution as directed for the amount of water you are using.
- Empty the solution that you've measured out into the bucket of hot water.
- Pour the cleaning solution and water mixture carefully into the tank for clean water.
- Replace both the clean and recovery tank back onto your steam machine. Make certain that they are properly locked in place before starting the machine.