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Kärcher SC 2 Upright Steam Mop Fast-Heating with Descaling Cartridge 1.513-505.0

Name: Kärcher SC 2 Upright Steam Mop Fast-Heating with Descaling Cartridge 1.513-505.0
Brand: Karcher
SKU: 1.513-505.0
Price: 339.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

SKU 1.513-505.0

By: Karcher

$339.00 - $339.00

$339.00

$339.00 - $339.00

$339.00

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Product Description

Karcher SC 2 Upright Steam Mop – Hard Floor Cleaner

Instantly eradicate invisible biological pathogens, violently melt away rock-hard floor grime, and absolutely guarantee 100% chemical-free sanitization with the highly advanced Karcher SC 2 Upright Steam Mop. In modern homes and professional environments featuring expansive sealed timber, delicate laminate, and premium ceramic tiles, relying on soaking-wet mops and toxic, highly corrosive chemical detergents destroys the floor's finish over time. This elite hard floor cleaner completely revolutionizes surface hygiene. Driven by a formidable 1600W heating element, it generates pressurized, superheated steam that instantly penetrates microscopic pores, clinically exterminating up to 99.999% of highly contagious viruses and 99.99% of common household bacteria using absolutely nothing but pure tap water.

Engineered for unparalleled user convenience and rapid emergency deployment, the SC 2 Upright features a phenomenal 30-second heat-up time, completely eliminating the frustrating waiting periods associated with older steam units. It boasts a highly intelligent, preset steam flow control system specifically calibrated for either 'Wood' or 'Tile', guaranteeing you never accidentally warp delicate floorboards with excessive moisture. Equipped with an advanced, continuously refillable 0.4L water tank and an automatic descaling cartridge, you can clean massive areas indefinitely without waiting for the machine to cool down. Delivering effortless maneuverability via its swivel floor head, this premium steam mop is the definitive, high-agility weapon for discerning homeowners demanding uncompromising, hospital-grade cleanliness.

Who Is The Karcher SC 2 Upright Steam Mop Ideal For?

The SC 2 Upright delivers a rapid 30-second heat-up, preset steam control, and continuous refilling. It is highly recommended for:

Allergy Sufferers & Pet Owners: Utilizing a devastatingly hot hard floor cleaner to perfectly sanitize floors, kill microscopic dust mites, and neutralize pet odors, ensuring a pristine, 100% chemical-free environment.
Homes with Timber & Laminate: Relying on the intelligent 'Wood' preset steam setting to safely sanitize highly delicate sealed floorboards without flooding the seams and causing the timber to warp or swell.
Professional Housekeepers: Taking absolute advantage of the 30-second heat-up and continuous refill tank to rapidly deep-clean massive 4-bedroom houses without ever stopping to wait for a boiler to depressurize.
Kitchen & Bathroom Maintenance: Deploying the steam mop to violently melt and blow away thick, sticky food spills on kitchen tiles and heavy soap scum in bathrooms effortlessly.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

Ultra-Fast 30-Second Heat-Up: The ultimate rapid-response tool. Powered by a highly efficient 1600W heating element, the SC 2 is fully pressurized and ready to blast superheated steam in just half a minute, slashing your cleaning time.
100% Chemical-Free Disinfection: The absolute pinnacle of clinical hygiene. The extreme heat of the steam physically destroys the cellular walls of 99.999% of viruses and 99.99% of bacteria, achieving hospital-grade sanitization using only free tap water.
Preset Steam Flow Control: Completely foolproof operation. It features two specific settings: one optimized for robust 'Tiles/Stone', and one restricted setting for 'Wood/Laminate' to ensure delicate floors are never saturated.
Continuous Refill Tank System: Standard basic steamers force you to turn the machine off and wait for it to cool before refilling. The SC 2 allows you to pull the 0.4L tank off and fill it under the tap at ANY time, giving you infinite, limitless steam.
Automatic Descaling Cartridge: Drastically extends the machine's lifespan. The built-in cartridge automatically filters the water, preventing devastating calcium and limescale build-up inside the heater, ensuring peak performance for years.

Technical Specifications & Inclusions:

Brand: Karcher
Model: SC 2 Upright (1.513-505.0)
Product Type: Steam Mop / Hard Floor Cleaner
Heating Output: 1600W
Heat-Up Time: Rapid 30 Seconds
Tank System: 0.4L Removable & Continuously Refillable Tank.
Weight: Lightweight 2.54kg
Inclusions: SC 2 Upright Unit, EasyFix Floor Nozzle, Universal Microfibre Cloth, Descaling Cartridge.

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Business days to delivery

NSW
City	1 Day
VIC
Melbourne	1 Day
Regional	3–4 Days
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane	1–2 Days
Regional	3–4 Days
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Adelaide	2–3 Days
Regional	4–5 Days
NORTHERN TERRITORY
All Areas	4–6 Days
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
All Areas	4–6 Days
TASMANIA
All Areas	4–6 Days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the massive advantage of a 'Continuously Refillable' tank?

With basic pressurized steamers, when they run out of water, you must turn them off and wait 15 minutes for the pressure to drop before you can safely open the cap. The SC 2 allows you to simply pop the tank off and refill it at ANY time, giving you non-stop steam.

Does this actually kill bacteria without bleach?

Absolutely. The SC 2 generates superheated steam. When applied closely to a hard surface, the extreme thermal heat physically destroys the cell walls of 99.99% of common household bacteria and 99.999% of enveloped viruses, providing clinical sanitization using only tap water.

Is it safe to use on polished timber or laminate floors?

Yes, but you MUST use the dedicated 'Wood' setting. This restricts the amount of moisture released. Keep the mop moving continuously; if you leave superheated steam sitting on one spot of laminate for too long, it can melt the glue and warp the boards.

Can I use this to clean my carpets?

The SC 2 Upright is strictly engineered for 'Hard Surfaces'. While Karcher does make a 'Carpet Glider' accessory that allows the mop to slide over carpets to refresh them, this specific mop does NOT extract water and is not a carpet shampoo machine.

Will this clean the black mold out of my shower grout?

While steam is incredible at melting mold, this is an 'Upright' floor mop. It is physically designed to mop flat floors, not to be lifted up to scrub vertical shower walls. For shower walls, you need a canister steamer (like the SC 4) or a handheld unit (like the SC 1).

Do I need to put cleaning chemicals in the water tank?

Absolutely NOT. You must ONLY put pure, clean tap water into the tank. Adding toxic floor cleaners, bleach, or essential oils into the heater will boil the chemicals, creating highly dangerous toxic gas and instantly destroying the machine.

What does the 'Descaling Cartridge' do?

If you live in an area with 'hard water', boiling water creates limescale inside the machine which will eventually destroy the heater. The built-in descaling cartridge automatically filters the calcium out of the tap water before it boils, vastly extending the machine's life.

How do I remove the dirty floor cloth without touching it?

The EasyFix floor nozzle uses a Velcro system. The microfibre cloth has a small fabric tag sticking out. You simply step on the tag with your shoe and pull the mop handle up. The filthy cloth peels off instantly without you ever having to touch it.

Can I wash the microfibre cloths?

Yes. Once the microfibre pad is completely saturated with black dirt, you peel it off and wash it in a standard washing machine at 60ºC. Do NOT use fabric softener, as it ruins the microfibre's ability to absorb dirt.

How long does it take to heat up?

Thanks to the highly efficient 1600W heating element and advanced flash-heating design, the SC 2 Upright reaches full operating temperature and is ready to blast superheated steam in an astonishing 30 seconds.

Is the machine heavy to push around?

Not at all. The entire unit weighs a highly manageable 2.54kg. It is specifically engineered to glide effortlessly across tiles and timber without causing operator shoulder or back fatigue during extended cleaning sessions.

Do you offer trade pricing for commercial cleaners?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for commercial cleaning contractors, hotel housekeeping teams, and facility managers ordering bulk steam cleaning equipment. Contact us to establish your account.

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