1.Read all instructions before using your Portable Shark Steam Cleaner.
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 or before opening the water tank (removing the safety cap) . Wrap power cord loosely around your system when storing.
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 Portable Shark Steam Cleaner. Return the system to EURO-PRO
(see warranty) for examination and repair. Incorrect re-assembly or repair can cause a risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when the Portable Shark Steam Cleaner 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.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
•Do not leave the Portable Shark Steam Cleaner 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 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.
•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 regular tap water or distilled/purified water if the tap water in your area is very hard.
•When using the steam cleaner, please note that the force and the heat of the steam may damage certain surfaces or textiles. Always test on a small, concealed area of the material that you are steam cleaning. i.e. painted wood or leather can be bleached with hot steam; glossy plastic can be dulled, fabrics such as acrylic, velvet and linen can react sensitively to the temperature of the steam.
Move the brush over the surface, allowing enough time for the vapor to penetrate. Work quickly on PVC blinds. Test for color fastness on fabric blinds before using.
Refrigerator - Use the angle concentrator/brush adapter alone to blow away dirt in the ice machine and on door seals. The vapor will not dry out or crack the seals as chemicals often do. Can openers and other kitchen equipment can be easily cleaned with the detail brush to get into all the nooks and crannies.
To clean microwaves or other small appliances use the detail brush for small areas.
Note: When cleaning small electrical appliances always unplug them from outlet before cleaning.
Upholstery
Use the floor brush attached directly to the hand grip with a clean white terry cloth towel. Use fast, light strokes, avoid getting the fabric wet. Be patient with stubborn spots; work on a spot gently for no more than a minute at a time, then wait five minutes for the area to dry and repeat. Use circular movements or back- and-forth and side-to-side movements to get all sides of surface fibers. Finish with a brushing in one direction that will give the fabric a uniform appearance.
CAUTION: Always determine the color-fastness of any fabric-especially with reds or blues - by taking a clean, moist, warm towel and gently rubbing a small area as far down on the back or other out of the way place on the furniture as possible. If color comes off on the towel, you may need to have the piece dry cleaned.
Exterior Areas
To clean inside your car, use the floor brush with a terry cloth towel attached to clean upholstery and interior areas just as in the home. You should not expose the bristles to leather - use only the brush with
attached. Move the brush across the floor as if you are mopping. 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, you can move the brush over the area slowly, several times. If it is a wood floor, move fast to avoid heat or moisture buildup in the wood. By cleaning with the towel over the brush, you will not affect the shine on the floor. To Strip Wax: Use floor brush for open areas; detail brush for corners or tight areas
-no towel, slow strokes. Work a small area at a time - remove the emulsified wax from the floor. When all of the wax has been stripped, immediately clean the floor and brushes with water before residue has a chance to harden on them. Go back over the stripped area with the floor brush with a towel to remove any remaining residue before waxing.
To Clean Waxed Floors: Wrap clean towel around the floor brush, brush quickly. This will cause the dirt to be removed but not 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 fast on vinyl.
Tile Floors: Use the angle concentrator/brush adapter with the detail brush attached to an extension. Have the floor brush with cloth attached ready as well. Clean the grout between the tiles with the detail brush. Remove the detail brush and attach the floor brush, move the brush across the floor to clean the tile and remove excess moisture and residue. For areas of tile that are very dirty, remove the towel and agitate with the brush. Do not let the area dry before you wipe it up.
Note: When using the steam cleaner, please note that the force and the heat of the steam may damage certain surfaces or textiles. Always test on a small, concealed area of the material that you are steam
