Auto shut-off boiler for Stratus Professional Steamer
This steamer is equipped with an auto shut-off boiler that activates when the water level is too low to prevent overheating. Always ensure the water tank is filled before starting the steamer, and refill it promptly when the water level is low to be able to continue steaming.
Descaling your Stratus Professional Steamer
When you use hard water with a high mineral content in your steamer, limescale buildup can eventually clog your steamer and hinder its performance. To prevent this from happening, you may need to descale your steamer, just as you would with a coffee maker or any other appliance that uses water.
How do I descale my steamer?
1. Remove the tank and the hose.
2. Empty the steamer from water through the steam outlet.
3. Pour 50 ml of descaler and 100–200 ml of hot water in the opening under the tank.
4. Tilt the steamer back and forth. When tilting the steamer, you will see brown pieces of magnesium and calcium in the water.
5. Pour out the water through the steam outlet or tilt the steamer to the side.
6. Repeat until the water is clear and no more brown pieces can be seen in the water.
Watch our descaling tutorial here.
Please note: The steamer used in this video is Cumulus Home Steamer, but the descaling procedure is the same for Stratus Professional Steamer.
Hard water vs. soft water
The water hardness of your tap water varies depending on where in the world you live. The hardness of your local water is determined mainly by the calcium and magnesium content. Higher levels of these and other minerals make the water hard. Soft water, on the other hand, tends to have higher sodium or salt concentrations.