| Look for these Safety Features before Purchasing a | | | | following safety features: |
| Vapor Steam Cleaner. As with any purchase that will | | | | Safety cap - to avoid scalding this safety feature is a |
| require plugging into a outlet or an appliance that will | | | | component of the boiler or water tank and is |
| require high temperatures, it is imperative to think | | | | uniquely designed to keep steam from escaping. Stay |
| about saftey first. Failing to do so may result in | | | | away from safety cap with dual functionality as a |
| severe burns, and/or damages to your home or | | | | pressure valves. |
| business. Safety should be one of your top | | | | On/Off Safety Switch for the hose |
| determining factors when purchasing your next | | | | Look for steam cleaners tanks or boilers that are |
| steam cleaning unit. | | | | stainless steel to avoid rust and mineral build up. |
| In your search for the perfect vapor steamer unit, if | | | | Water level sensor - to ensure that water is at |
| you come across one that does not have safety | | | | acceptable safety level |
| features, walk away. No matter how much you may | | | | Boiler thermostat - used to regulate temperature |
| love the device if it doesn't entail the standard health | | | | Pressure switch/Safety pressure valve - used to |
| and safety requirements don't buy it! | | | | regulate pressure |
| What Kind of Safety Components Should I Look for | | | | Look for models that have the ETL Approval - you |
| in a Vapor Steamer? Safety features will vary | | | | will know it by its logo. This provides peace of mind |
| depending on the manufacturer and model of your | | | | in knowing that your vapor steamer is safe device to |
| steam cleaner. Some industry experts believe that | | | | use. The ETL logo also provides reassurance of the |
| your steam cleaning device should include the | | | | quality of your steam cleaner. |