Karcher arranged to have its steam cleaners tested in an independent laboratory for effectiveness in fighting viruses.

The result: if used properly, the machines remove up to 99.999% of enveloped viruses*, such as the coronavirus or influenza, and 99.99% of common household bacteria** from hard surfaces. At the present time, disinfectants are to be reserved primarily for outpatient and inpatient care, but steam cleaners can make a valuable contribution to general hygiene – both in private households and in commercial and industrial use.

^{*Tests have shown that with spot cleaning of 30 secs at max. steam level with the Karcher home steam cleaner 99.999% of enveloped viruses such as coronavirus or influenza (excluding the Hepatitis-B virus) can be removed on typical household, smooth,  hard surfaces (test-germ: Modified-Vaccinia-Ankara-Virus).}

^{**When thoroughly cleaning with the Karcher steam cleaner 99.99% of all common household bacteria will be killed on typcial household, smooth, hard surfaces, provided the cleaning speed of 30 cm/s at max. steam setting (test-germ: Enterococcus hirae). With Karcher professional steam cleaners SG(V) this is 99.999%, according to EN 16615:2015-06, on PVC floors. (test germ: Enterococcus hirae ATCC 10541).}

If you’re looking for a versatile, easy-to-use product that can tackle dirt and stains in the most stubborn positions, then the Karcher SC1 EasyFix Steam Cleaner is perfect for you. This lightweight, ergonomic product is perfect for tackling dirty patches in a number of uncomfortable positions. The range of accessories available for the SC1 EasyFix Steam Cleaner makes cleaning in a number of areas an easy and effective job.

By using steam as a means of cleaning, rather than other traditional and less effective cleaning methods, the SC1 EasyFix Steam Cleaner makes an easy job of cleaning area of dirt in and around your household. You can transform them small nooks and crannies from irritating problems areas, into clean, chemical-free areas of your house. The SC1 is designed with mobility in mind – with a weight of 1.6kg, the unit can be used by anyone for long periods of time. The child lock mechanism means the SC1 stays out of the hands of your children.

Specifications

Karcher SC1 EasyFix Steam Cleaner Product Information Sheet