Shark GI576 owner manual User Maintenance Instructions Operating Instructions

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SELF CLEANING

In order to remove calcium and built-up particles, the self-cleaning system should be run at least once a month. (Fig. 9)

•Fill the water flask provided to the half-full mark and then pour into the water reservoir.

•Set the variable steam control to the no steam position (“0”).

•Insert the plug into the wall socket.

•Set the temperature control dial to the maximum temperature.

•Wait until the temperature indicator light goes off and steam iron has reached preset temperature.

•Remove the plug from the wall socket.

•Hold the steam iron horizontally over a sink.

•Place the variable steam control lever to “Self-Clean” position. Hot water and steam will be emitted from the soleplate. Swing the steam iron lightly back and forth gently to allow lime and dust particles to come out.

•When the water reservoir is empty, slide the variable steam control lever from “Self- Clean” position to “0”.

•Stand the iron upright and insert the plug into the wall socket to let the iron heat up again.

•Move the iron over a clean cotton cloth to clean the soleplate and let the remaining water on the soleplate evaporate.

Fig. 9

EMPTYING THE IRON

1.Always empty iron after each use.

2.When finished using the iron, turn the variable steam control to “0” and the temperature control dial to “MIN”.

3.Unplug the iron from the electrical outlet.

4.Set variable steam control to “MAX”.

5.Turn the iron upside down over the sink with the tip pointing downward and allow the water to flow from the opening.

6.Set variable steam control to “0”.

7.Allow iron to cool in an upright position before storing.

WARNING! Use caution when emptying the iron. Burns may occur from touching hot metal surfaces, hot water or steam.

STORAGE

1.Always turn the variable steam control to "0" after you have emptied the water tank.

2.Allow the iron to cool down.

3.Always store the iron in the upright position to protect the soleplate.

4.From time to time, clean the exterior of the iron with a damp cloth and wipe dry.

5.If you use spray starch, wipe the soleplate occasionally with a soft damp cloth to prevent the build-up of deposits.

6.If the iron has not been used for a few weeks, hold the iron horizontally and allow to steam for 2 minutes before ironing.

NOTE: The anti drip function reduces water dripping and water stains. It does not prevent water dripping and water stains if you press the steam burst button too often or if the temperature is too low. The amount of water droplets will eventually decrease after the iron is used for 2 to 3 tankfuls of steaming and ironing.

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and may be plugged into any 120V AC polarized electrical outlet. Do not use any other type of outlet.

ANTI-DRIP FEATURE

Built-in Anti-Drip feature helps reduce water spots by cutting the water flow when the iron temperature is too low to build sufficient steam. The anti-drip function reduces water dripping and water stains. It does not prevent water dripping and water stains if you press the steam burst button too often or if the temperature is too low. The amount of water droplets will eventually decrease after the iron is used for 2 to 3 tankfuls of steaming and ironing.

DRY IRONING

All marked settings on the temperature dial can be used for dry ironing. Slide the variable steam control lever to the “0” position as shown in Figure 1. This will cut off the steam flow if water is in the tank.

For Dry Ironing:

Fig. 1

1.Turn temperature dial to "MIN" and slide the variable steam control lever all the way to "0".

2.Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V AC electrical outlet. The temperature indicator light will come on, indicating that the iron is receiving power.

3.Turn the temperature dial to the desired setting. (See "Ironing Guide" for a guide to temperature selection.)

4.Place iron on its heel (on a stable, protected surface) while iron is warming to desired temperature.

5.When the desired temperature is reached, the temperature indicator light will go “Off”.

STEAM IRONING

WARNING! DO NOT aim iron at face, towards yourself, or anyone else while using or adjusting steam. Burns or serious injury may occur.

WARNING! Before filling the iron with water, be sure the iron is not plugged into the electrical outlet. The iron may be filled with water while it is hot.

WARNING! TO PREVENT THE RISK OF BURNS, use caution when filling iron with water. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam.

NOTE: Because of the soleplate design, ordinary tap water may be used with this iron. However, in very hard water areas, we recommend using distilled or demineralized water.

CAUTION: Never fill the iron with fabric conditioner, starches or any other liquid, as these will damage the steam mechanism. Do not use contaminated water.

1.Turn temperature dial to "Min" and slide the variable steam control lever to the “0” position.

2.Holding the iron at a slight angle, pour water slowly into the water filling inlet. )Fig. 2) Fill tank to desired level or to the "MAX" water level marking using the water filling flask. (When the iron is upright, see- through water tank allows you to gauge the amount of water.) DO NOT overfill the tank.

Fig. 2

3.Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V AC electrical outlet.

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