Shark S3325R Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
When using your
Canister
Steam
Cleaner, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following :
1. Read all instructions before using your To
reduce
the
risk
of
fire,
electric
shock,
or
Canister Steam Cleaner.
injury:
2. Use the system only for its intended use. Do
not
leave the Canister Steam Cle:mor
3. To protect against a risk of electric shock, plugged in when unattended. Unplu(J
do not immerse any part of the system in the electrical cord when not in use and
water or other liquids. before servicing or refilling water tank.
4. This unit should always be turned "OFF" Do
not
allow unit to be used by children HS
before plugging into or unplugging from a toy. Close attention is necessary when
electrical outlet. Never yank cord to used near children, pets or plants .
disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug Use only as described in this manual. Use
and pull to disconnect. only manufacturer's recommended
5. Do
not
allow cord to touch hot surfaces. accessories.
Let the system cool completely before When using the steam cleaner, please note
putting
away
or before opening the water that the force and the heat of the steam may
tank (removing the safety cap) . Wrap damage certain surfaces or textiles. Always
power cord loosely around your system test on a small, concealed area of the
when storing. material that you are steam cleaning. l.e.
6.
Alw
ays disconnect system from electrical painted wood or le
ather
can be bleached
outlet when filling or emptying water tank with hot steam; glossy plastic can be dulled,
and when not in use. Always turn the safety fabrics such as acrylic, velvet and linen can
cap slowly when opening the
water
tank. react sensitively to the temperature of the
This will allow any remaining steam to steam.
escape gradually. Do
not
hold the steam jet concentrated for
7. Do
not
operate the system with a damaged too long on a single spot.
cord or plug, or if the appliance or any other ' Do
not
pull cord, use cord as a handle,
part of the system has been dropped or close a door on cord, or pull cord around
damaged. To avoid the risk of electric sharp edges or corners. Keep cord
away
shock, do not disassemble or attempt to from heated surfaces.
repair the Canister Steam Cleaner. Do
not
use extension cords or outlets with
Return the system to EURO-PRO inadequate current carrying capacity.
Operating
LLC (see warranty) for Do
not
unplu g by pulling on cord. To
examination and repair. Incorrect re- unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
assembly or repair can cause a risk of Do
not
handle plug or steam cleaner with
electrical shock or injury to persons when wet hands or operate without shoes.
the steam cleaner is used. Do
not
put any objects into openings. Do
8. Close supervision is necessary for any not use with any opening blocked.
appliance being used by or near children. Store your appliance indoors In a cool, dry
Do
not
leave the system unattended while area.
connected. Keep your work area well lit.
9. Burns can occur from touching hot parts,
When
in
use
,
never
turn
the
appliance
hot water or steam. Do
not
turn upside
over
or
on
its
side.
Never
direct
steam
down as there may be hot water in the unit.
towards
people,
animals
or
plants.
Never
direct steam at any person. The Do
not
immerse the steam cleaner Into
steam is very hot and can cause burns. water or other liquids. Always unplug the
10. Do
not
operate in the presence of power cord from the electrical socket when
explosive and/or flammable fumes. filling the steam cleaner.
11. This appliance is intended only for DONOT
add
cleaning
solutions
,
scented
househ old use. Follow all user instructions
perfumes,
oils
or
any
other
chemicals
to
in this manual. the
water
used
in
this
appliance
as
this
12.
Never
use any chemicals or substance
may
damage
the
unit
or
make
it
unsafe
other than tap water or distilled water in the
for
use. Use regular tap water or
machine . Use of chemicals may damage distilled/purified water if the tap water in your
the machine. Use
of
chemicals
will
area is very hard.
automatically
void
your
warranty.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. To avoid circuit overload,
do
not
operate another appliance on the same socket
(circuit) as the steam cleaner.
2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, use a 14 gage cord rated at a
minimum of 15 amperes. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care
should be taken to arrange cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
3. Do
not
leave unattended when the system is connected to a power
supply/electrical outlet.
A. WARNING:
Thb
appliance
is
equipped
with
a
grounded,
type
3-wire
cord
(3-prong
plug)
.
This
plug
will
only
fit
into
an
electrical
outlet
made
for
a
3-prong
plug.
This
is a
safety
feature. If the
plug
should
fail
to fit the
outlet,
contact
an
electrician
to replace
the
outlet.
Do
not
attempt
to
defeat
the
safety
purpose
of
the
grounding
pin,
part
of
the 3-
prong
plug.
A. CAUTION:
Always
drain
condensed
water
from
hose
before
use or if
unit
has been
left
idle
for
a
period
of
time
. To
drain
hose
,
direct
nozzle
into
an
appropriate
container
or
sink
and
depress
hand
grip
steam
switch
.
Once
hose
has been
drained,
normal
use
may
be
resumed.
Never
direct
nozzle
towards
people,
animals
or
plants.
A. WARNING:
Your
Steam
Cleaner
is
designed
to
clean
hard
surfaces
and
upholstery
that
will
withstand
high
heat. Do
not
use
on
soft
plastics
and
cold
glass.
On
surfaces
that
have been
treated
with
wax
or
some
no
wax
floors,
the
sheen
may
be
removed
by
the
heat and
steam
action.
Do
not
use
on
unsealed
wood.
This
could
cause
the
wood
grain
to
rise. It is
therefore
recommended
to
test
an
isolated
area
of
the
surface
to be cleaned
before
proceeding.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT add cleaning solutions , scented perfumes, oils or any
other chemicals to the water used in this appliance. Use
regular
water
or
distilled/purified
water
if
the
tap
water
in
your
area is
very
hard.
WARNING:
Danger
of
Scalding.
Please use caution when using the
steam cleaner. The steam emitted is very hot.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Rev. 08/05
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