SteamFast SF-275 SteamMax Steam Cleaner

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Product Features

• 1500-watt cleaner uses pressurized steam for household cleaning
• No chemicals required; removes tough grease, dirt, and grime; helps eliminate allergens
• Large 50-ounce water tank; steam-control switch; "on/off" switch; steam-ready light
• Utility-brush storage compartment; durable castors; variety of accessories included
• Measures 17-1/2 by 11-3/7 by 9-1/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 20 x 13 x 12.6 inches ; 15 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 16 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000DBJ2J
• Item model number: SF-275
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,399 in Kitchen & Dining (See Bestsellers in Kitchen & Dining)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Equipped with a powerful 1500-watt heating system, this environmentally friendly steam cleaner heats up in minutes and offers a chemical-free way to clean throughout the house. Using pure and natural penetrating steam, the unit removes stubborn stains, dirt, and grime from sinks and tubs; sanitizes floors; reduces smoke and other odors from drapes and upholsteries; reduces allergens such as dust mites and pet dander; and saves money on cleaning supplies--no more harsh cleaners or protective rubber gloves needed. The unit works with regular tap water, and its large 50-ounce water tank provides an hour of continuous steam. Other highlights include a lighted on/off switch, a steam-ready light, a steam-control switch, large back wheels and front casters for smooth mobility from room to room, and a 12-foot power cord. Accessories include a medium-size triangle brush for special areas such as corners; a short nylon utility brush for general cleaning; a long nylon utility brush for hard-to-reach places; a short brass brush for BBQ cleaning; a scrub pad for scrubbing while steaming; and a cloth cover to clean and sanitize hard floors. Also included, a free bonus package with four utility brushes, a scrub pad, and a brass BBQ grill brush. The steam cleaner measures 17-1/2 by 11-3/7 by 9-1/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Product Description

We all know that bathrooms are the worst places in the house to clean, right? No problem! Let the powerful 1500 Watts SteamMax Cleaner do the dirty work in your house. SteamMax Cleaner will clean your entire house from the bathroom to your car's engine. Nothing escapes the power of SteamMax Cleaner.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

166 of 178 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Dissapointing Steam Pressure, May 2, 2006

By	S. Bachman "wow_factor" (Northern Virginia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have owned and used steamers for several years. I purchased this to replace my older Delonghi Steam Clean Plus and here and overall found the unit produced consistent steam but lacking in pressure somewhat compared to my older model. I actually purchased the steam cleaner from a warehouse club and it had a very nice selection of accessories including an extension rod hanger that allows you to steam garments on a hanger extending from the top of the extension rod. Basically the steamer is the same as this model 275 in terms of boiler, wattage, basic design.

The unit did warm up fairly quickly and I was impressed with the quality of the accessories, using thick plastic, good quality rubber seals etc. This model I think would work well as doing primary duty as a clothes steamer but its lack of pressure make it not the best choice for blasting nooks and crannies, where a really good steamer excels as a cleaning maching no other device can touch.

Let me explain. I compared this steamer with the Saeco Piccolo steamer and with a high quality thermometer recorded the Saeco at about 190 degrees and the steamFast at about 170-180 degrees. Secondly I put a paper cup on the floor and with both machines heated up with a full tank of water, I pointed the nozzle at the opening of the cup to see which model would blow the cup the farthest. The SteamFast product blew the cup about five feet. The Piccolo blew the cup 15 feet and probably would have kept going if it was not for the wall stopping it. Not even remotely close.

Next I took both steamers out on my deck and pointed the nozzles at a hose that "overwintered" on my deck....complete with black moldy stains hiding the normally greeen hose. The SteamFast product blew steam at the hose but it did not really eliminate the moldy stains.

Next tried the Piccolo...WOW....this sucker blasted those stains down to fresh green hose.

Test over. Note: I also tried the same test with a Euro-Pro Shark Steam Blaster Ultra with similar results to the Chinese made SteamFast product.

I will add some more details in my review of the Saeco Piccolo. Needless to say, I returned the SteamMax.

Let me say, I think the overall positive results for this product are not surprising to me considering most users have not probably used an Italian made steam cleaner which seem to have hotter steam vapor, far more pressure, a longer track record of using similar technology in espresso machine manufacturing, etc. The downside of the Italian products is that it might be a bit harder to find parts and service for since they are not produced for the mass market like the steamFast and shark products. It's too bad as I really wanted the SteamFast or Shark to perform better.

Honestly if you don't make the comparison between the Piccolo or similar italian made steamer and the SteamFast, you may think you are getting a great product as it will produce consistent steam...but you won't be aware of HOW MUCH MORE YOU COULD DO with the serious pressure levels of the Italian steam cleaners. I hope some other people do some comparisons.

It was kind of fun to be my own consumer reports for the last few weeks, but I am a huge fan of these cleaners and their many uses. Most Americans have not caught on to what the Europeans have known for years.

83 of 87 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good for tough stains, April 13, 2005

By	H. Choi "hxc3634" (MD United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I hesitated to purchase a steam cleaner so I read many reviews including McCulloch MC-1275 steam cleaner reviews. I decided to purchase MC-1275 and then I found SF-275. Both have very similar looks and spec. I think both models are the same one. Anyway, SF-275 was $30 cheaper than MC-1275 so I purchased this one.

I use this for cleaning my shower room. It works! but don't expect magic. It takes time to clean old stains. Steamer is really good on narrow areas (between tiles). It is extremely difficult to clean between tiles with other cleaners but steamer is really good. I tried to clean deck chairs. The chairs have some mildew stains and I didn't expect the steamer can clean it but the stains were disappeared.

The build quality is good. I just wish they improve the switch for continuous steam. It is very small. I recommend to use the distilled water only.

I recommend this steamer to any one looking for high quality steamer.

77 of 85 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST ONE OUT THERE, March 11, 2005

By	Tradeand5 "tradeand5" (Planet Z) - See all my reviews

I have been looking for a steam Cleaner for quite some time. I have few friends already had different kind. I was not too impressed with what they had only because of the function, and capability. I could not settle for smaller ones only does a job for 5 min. Then, I did some more research on the net, and other various placces. FINALLY, I foud me this exact machine. I got it, tested, and LOVE it. This machine does ALL and more for what I expected. Light to carry around, POWERFUL to do just about any cleaning in no time. Love the design also. If you want a REAL TOP QUALITY Steam Cleaner, GO WITH THIS ONE.