Polti Manuals & User Guides

Polti is an Italian company with over 40 years of experience in designing and manufacturing steam appliances for the home and professional use. Founded in 1978, the brand revolutionized ironing with the launch of Vaporella, the first steam generator iron with a boiler for domestic use. Polti continues to innovate with a mission to protect the environment and improve quality of life through the natural power of steam.

The company’s extensive product lineup includes the iconic Vaporetto steam cleaners, which deep clean and sanitize surfaces without chemicals, and the Vaporella range of high-performance ironing systems. Polti also offers advanced vacuum cleaners like the Unico and Forzaspira, as well as specialized solutions like the Cimex Eradicator for eco-friendly bed bug elimination. With a commitment to sustainability and 'Made in Italy' design, Polti products are trusted worldwide for their reliability and effectiveness.

• What type of water should I use in my Polti steam appliance?

  Most Polti appliances are designed to work with tap water (medium hardness 8–20°f). If your water is very hard, use a mix of 50% tap water and 50% demineralized water. Do not use pure distilled water, rainwater, or water with additives like perfume.

• What does the flashing steam light indicate?

  A flashing steam light typically means the appliance is heating up. Once the light remains steady, the steam is ready for use.

• How do I descale my Polti Vaporella boiler?

  Use the specific 'Calc Cleaning' cycle if your model supports it, or use Polti Kalstop anti-limescale provided by the manufacturer. Always ensure the appliance is unplugged and cool before accessing the boiler cap.

• How does the Cimex Eradicator kill bed bugs?

  The Cimex Eradicator generates superheated dry steam up to 356°F, which kills adult bed bugs, nymphs, and eggs on contact via thermal shock, without the need for chemical insecticides.

• Why is the red light on my Polti iron or cleaner?

  A red indicator light usually signals that the water tank or boiler is empty. Refill the tank according to the manual's instructions to resume operation.