Euro-Pro EP95B owner manual For Household Use Only, Usage Suggestions for Shark Steam Blaster

USAGE SUGGESTIONS FOR SHARK STEAM BLASTER

Important User Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your Shark Steam Blaster, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:

Please note that this steam cleaner has a “flow through injection” type boiler and is not a pressurized system. It will take approximately 45-90 seconds for the steam injector to heat up and the “steam ready light” to go off. Once the steam ready light has gone off, push the steam switch on the handgrip to the “On” position (I) in order to start the steam flow. Steam power will steadily increase during the first four (4) minutes of use, after which time steam output will stabilize. Some steam will condense around the floor brush when in use and will cause hard surfaces to become wet during the cleaning process, this is normal.

1.	Read all instructions before using your
	Shark Steam Blaster.
2.	Use the system only for its intended use.
3.	To protect against a risk of electric shock,
	do not immerse any part of the system in
	water or other liquids.
4.	Never yank cord to disconnect from
	outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to
	disconnect.
5.	Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.
	Let the system cool completely before
	putting away. Use “Cord Storage Hooks” for
	power cord.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Do not leave the Shark Steam Blaster

plugged in when unattended. Unplug the

electrical cord when not in use and before

servicing or refilling water tank.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close

attention is necessary when used by or near

children, pets or plants.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use

only manufacturer’s recommended

accessories.

• Do not pull cord, use cord as a handle, close

Tips On How To Use Your System

Water

•Use tap water for all your cleaning needs, however, if you live in an area with hard water, use demineralized/distilled water.

Important: Do NOT add cleaning solutions, scented perfumes, oils or any other chemicals to the water used in this appliance. Use tap water or distilled/purified water if the tap water in your area is very hard.

Temperature

•The vapor temperature at the tip of

the nozzle is between 220°F and 240°F.

•The temperature of the vapor falls to 100 °F at a distance of 10 inches from the nozzle.

CAUTION: A towel wrapped around the brush can become hot enough to burn. Make sure that you let the towel cool off before touching it or changing it.

Using Towels

Note: We strongly recommend the use of two (2) 100 % cotton towels layered one on top of the other.

• For best results use 100% cotton white

•Using scented fabric softener while washing the towels will cause the scent to be released into the air when using the towels with your steam system.

Wood, Vinyl and Marble Floors

Use the floor brush with a 100% cotton terry cloth attached, ( see page 7 for details). Move the brush slowly in back and forth motions. When the towel is soiled, you can turn the towel over or replace it with a clean towel. If you are working on a very dirty area, we recommend that you move the brush over the area slowly, several times. If it is a wood floor, do NOT leave the unit stationary for any length of time to avoid heat or moisture build-up in the wood. By cleaning with the towel over the brush, you will not affect the shine on the floor.

To Clean Waxed Floors: Install a clean towel(s) on the floor brush, work quickly. The towel will absorb the dirt but not remove the wax.

Vinyl Floors: Do not allow heat to buildup in any kind of vinyl, since it can soften it enough to affect its texture. Work quickly on vinyl. Use two (2) towels on floor brush.

6. Always disconnect system from electrical

outlet when filling or emptying water tank

and when not in use.

7. Do not operate the system with a damaged

cord or plug, or if the appliance or any other

part of the system has been dropped or

damaged. To avoid the risk of electric

shock, do not disassemble or attempt to

repair the Shark Steam Blaster. Return

the system to EURO-PRO Operating LLC

(see warranty) for examination and repair.

Incorrect re-assembly or repair can cause a

risk of electrical shock or injury to persons

when the Shark Steam Blaster is used.

8. Close supervision is necessary for any

appliance being used by or near children.

Do not leave the system unattended while

connected.

9. Burns can occur from touching hot metal

parts, hot water or steam. Do not turn

upside down as there may be hot water in

the unit. Never direct steam at any person.

The steam is very hot and can cause burns.

10.Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.

11.This appliance is intended only for household use. Follow all user instructions in this manual.

12.Never use any chemicals or substance other than tap water in the machine. Use of chemicals may damage the machine. Use of chemicals will automatically void your warranty.

a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp

edges or corners. Keep cord away from

heated surfaces.

• Do not use extension cords or outlets with

inadequate current carrying capacity.

• Turn off all controls as applicable before

unplugging from electrical outlet.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,

grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or steam cleaner with wet

hands or operate without shoes.

• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not

use with any opening blocked.

• Store your appliance indoors in a cool, dry

area.

• Keep your work area well lit.

• When in use, never turn the appliance over

or on its side. Never direct steam towards

people, animals or plants.

• Do not immerse the steam cleaner into water

or other liquids. Always unplug the power

cord from the electrical socket when filling the

steam cleaner.

• Do NOT add cleaning solutions, scented

perfumes, oils or any other chemicals to

the water used in this appliance as this

may damage the unit or make it unsafe for

use. Use tap water or distilled/purified

water if the tap water in your area is very hard.

terry cloth towels.

• Use correct size (8” x 17”) of towel to

allow you to wrap the towel over the

ends of the brush and clip it under the

spring loaded towel clips.

• The purpose of using towels is to

absorb the moisture and dirt being

removed. Always use dry towels. A

wet towel will smear the dirt.

• Wash towels with strong detergent

and bleach.

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Tile Floors: For tile and marble floors only, if there is an area of the floor which is excessively dirty, you may remove the towels and agitate the area with the brush bristles directly. Do not let the area dry. Wipe immediately with a clean cloth. Re- clean with brush and towels in place.

Note: Do not use steam cleaner on hardwood or vinyl floor without towels installed on the floor brush.

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For Household Use Only

1 Rev. 04/02C