OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
Attaching a Towel to the Floor Brush (cont.)
Fig. D
5.Place the corner under the cloth holder as shown in Fig. D.
Open
Open
Fig. E
Cleaning the Concentrator Nozzles:
Your steamer should not normally require cleaning, however, should you notice a marked decrease in steam output it may be necessary to remove mineral deposit build- up from the concentrator nozzle orifice. First ensure that there is water in the tank. If tank is empty, fill with water, (we recommend using purified or demineralized water), then
1.Unplug steam cleaner from wall outlet.
2.Use a small diameter stiff metal wire such as a straightened metal paperclip and carefully insert the end of the wire into the concentrator nozzle orifice.
3.Move wire back and forth several times to remove any deposits.
4.Reconnect appliance to power outlet, switch on and note steam output.
5.If steam performance does not improve, repeat steps #1 through #4.
Paper clip
Tips On How To Use Your Steam Cleaner
Water
•Use tap water for all your cleaning needs.
•However, if you live in an area with hard water, use demineralized/ distilled water when steaming light colored fabrics to eliminate the possibility of hard water stains.
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.
Efficient Work
• For vertical surfaces, wipe |
always from the top down, in |
this way the dirty water will not |
soil surfaces already cleaned. |
• Avoid changing brushes back |
and forth while cleaning. Start |
with the smallest brush to clean |
tight spots and corners first. |
• Wipe dirt as soon as possible, |
Window, Glass Surfaces and Mirrors
Use the window squeegee. Work with the steam on using top to bottom movements. Use the squeegee with the steam to clear the water from the glass. To do this without leaving streaks, use lateral movements from the top to the bottom of the surface.
Fiberglass or Stainless Steel Surfaces
Use the detail brush. Slowly move the brush over the surface to be cleaned. The steam will emulsify the dirt and grease on the surface. Follow behind with a 100% cotton towel to remove excess moisture and residue.
Tip: An old idea for polishing stainless steel is to wipe it down with seltzer soda water after it is cleaned.
Soap Scum
Soap scum dissolves almost immediately under a combination of heat and moisture. Rinse the surface with a small amount of water afterwards.
Note: Soap scum sometimes will develop a hard surface from waterborne minerals. If this is the case, use the detail brush to
6.Place the towel around the brush, and repeat folding the towel as shown in Fig. E. When folding the towel, leave some slack. Do not pull tightly around the brush, leave some looseness.
Care & Maintenance
CAUTION: This appliance must be unplugged from the electrical outlet and allowed to cool down before performing any cleaning or maintenance tasks on the unit.
• Let the appliance cool down completely before cleaning or storing.
• Depress the trigger before opening the safety cap in order to release any residual pressure in the boiler.
• Empty all water from the water tank after each use.
• Store in a dry, cool place.
• A periodic rinse of your steam cleaner will free it from deposits. This is recommended every
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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Using the detachable shoulder strap allows for greater freedom of movement when both hands are needed for various cleaning tasks. To attach the shoulder strap to the steam cleaner, simply
snap the shoulder strap hooks onto the connecting rings on the unit body. When using the steam cleaner with the shoulder strap, avoid rocking or tilting the unit excessively as this may cause water to enter the hose and be discharged along with the steam.
otherwise it will dry and re- |
adhere to the surface. |
Hints
The Portable Shark Steam Cleaner has many uses many of which will not be mentioned in this owner's manual. This is meant only to give you a general idea of what can be achieved with the unit. However, the ways in which to use the units and the brushes are in most cases universal.
It is most helpful to always have the micro fiber cloth or a terry cloth towel or paper towel ready to use for removal of moisture and residue. 100% white cotton towels work best.
You can clean the brushes with your steam cleaner. When cleaning the detail brush, use a pair of pliers to hold the brush or place in the basket of your dishwasher.
Note: Wipe immediately before the cleaned area dries. When cleaning the oven, use the detail brush to clean around the elements, drip trays, cracks, crevices, and hard to reach areas.
break up this surface - or spray or wipe first with lemon, vinegar or seltzer soda water to soften the minerals.
Moving too slowly can dry out the soap scum and cause it to granulate on the surface. The surface will have a gritty feel. If this happens, apply vapor to the surface with the detail brush again and re- clean.
Bathroom Areas
To clean the bathtub or shower area, use the detail brush for grout, shower door tracks, hard to get areas and heavily soiled areas. The window squeegee will be the most efficient way to clean the rest of the area. Allow plenty of time for the heat to penetrate the surface. This is especially helpful in the shower area if there is tile or grout.
To clean sanitary fixtures, use concentrator nozzle with or without detail brush.
To clean the sink and faucets, use detail brush.
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