Euro-Pro SC618HZ User's Manual
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1. This 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 CAUTION The force and heat of the steam may adversely affect certain materials Always check the suitability of using the steam cleaner on a surface by carrying out a preliminary test on a hidden area Examples for guidance only Varnished wood or glossy leather can be bleached by the effects of steam Shiny plastic materials risk being tarnished Acrylic velvets and linen are very sensitive to the temperature of steam The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused to objects materials animals or persons due to the inappropriate use of steam and through ignoring the advice and recommendations set down in the Owner s Manual USAGE SUGGESTIONS FOR STEAM CLEANER Hints The 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 a micro fiber cloth a terry cloth towel or paper towel ready to use for removal of moisture2. and residue 100 white cotton towels work best You can clean the brushes with your steam cleaner When cleaning the brushes use a pair of pliers to hold the brushes or place in the basket of your dishwasher Note Wipe immediately before the cleaned area dries Window Glass Surfaces and Mirrors Use the squeegee Work with the vapor jet using top to bottom movements Use the squeegee 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 Do not use on cold glass CAUTION When cleaning windows always avoid any sudden changes in temperature to prevent glass breakage or cracks Fiberglass or Stainless Steel Surfaces Use the nylon detail brush Slowly move the brush over the surface to be cleaned The vapor will emulsify the dirt and grease on the surface Follow behind with the cloth towel over the brush 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 Blinds Use the nylon detail brush to clean blinds 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 Bathroom Areas To clean the bathtub or shower area use the nylon detail brush for grout shower door tracks hard to get areas and heavily soiled areas The squeegee will be th
3. 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 NEVER attempt to fill this unit under a water faucet always use the filling flask that is provided Keep out of the reach of children SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For Household Use Only 1 Rev 05 06 ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1 To avoid circuit overload do not operate another appliance on the same socket circuit 2 If an extension cord is absolutely necessary a 15 ampere 14 gage grounded cord should be used Cords rated for less amperage may overheat Care should be taken to arrange cord so that it cannot be pulled tripped over or pinched 3 Do not leave unattended when the system is connected to a power supply electrical outlet SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY WARNING
4. Shark HANDHELD STEAM CLEANER OWNER S MANUAL Model SC618HZ 120V 60Hz 1500 Watts EURO PRO Operating LLC 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 Copyright EURO PRO Operating LLC 2006 Tel 1 800 798 7398 EURO PRO X EURO PRO X 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Steam Cleaner is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase when utilized for normal household use by the original purchaser only The included Warranty Registration Card must be filled out and returned within 10 days of purchase Should any defect covered by the terms of the limited warranty be discovered within one year EURO PRO Operating LLC will repair or replace any defective part provided the unit is returned by the original purchaser freight prepaid to EURO PRO Operating LLC 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 Proof of purchase date must be included The liability of under this warranty is limited solely to the cost of the replacement parts or the complete unit at our option LABOUR CHARGES ARE NOT INCLUDED This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes This Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit by any common carrier This warranty is extended to the o
5. e 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 nylon bristle brush Use a towel to wipe up excess moisture and residue To clean the sink and faucets use nylon detail brush Soap Scum Soap scum dissolves almost immediately under a combination of heat and moisture Rinse the surface with a small amount of water afterwards or go back over it once more with a cloth towel 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 nylon bristle brush again and re clean Note Soap scum sometimes will develop a hard surface from waterborne minerals If this is the case use the nylon detail brush to break up this surface or spray or wipe first with lemon vinegar or seltzer soda water to soften the minerals Refrigerator Use the concentrator nozzle 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 nylon detail brush on the concentrator nozzle to get into all the nooks and crannies To clean microwaves or other small appliances use the nylon detail brush for s
6. leaning windows always avoid any sudden changes in temperature to prevent glass breakage or cracks NOTE If using the steam cleaner with the nozzle pointing downwards you will need to return the unit to an upright position every now and again to enable the tube inside the water tank to dip into the water reservoir thereby preserving the flow of water to the heating element Scrubbing Pads amp Holder This attachment is very useful for cleaning counters ceramic tiled or marble surfaces To use Attach the scrubbing pad holder onto the concentrator nozzle Then press the scrubbing pad onto gt the base of the scrubbing Se pad holder and twist slightly Scrubbing This will help the scrubbing Pad Holder pads stay on more securely Scrubbing Pads Tips On How To Use Your Steam Cleaner Water Use tap water for all your cleaning needs e If you live in an area with hard water use 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 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 e Avoid changing brushes back and forth while cleaning Start with the sma
7. led above 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 water if the tap water in your area is very hard OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Components Power On Light red This light will illuminate when the unit is plugged into the 120V wall outlet and will remain on until the unit is unplugged CAUTION Read the instructions for Filling the Water Tank before opening the Water Tank Cover Always unplug before filling Filling Your Steam Cleaner With Water IMPORTANT Always insure that the unit is UNPLUGGED from the wall receptacle prior to initial filling or re filling the water tank Use tap water or distilled purified water if the tap water in your area is very hard WARNING Never attempt to fill this unit under a water tap always use the filling flask that is provided Failure to follow these steps will cause the water tank to overfill and may pose an electrical safety hazard Step 1 Before filling the steam cleaner make sure that the unit is NOT plugged in Step 2 Hold unit upside down and remove the water tank filling plug See caution above Step 3 Using the filling flask add 8 US FI Oz 240 ml of water Do not overfill Fig 1 Replace the water tank filling plug making sure that it is firmly in place Fig 1 To Use Your Steam Cleaner Step 1 Connect desired attachment
8. llest brush to clean tight spots and corners first Wipe dirt as soon as possible otherwise it will dry and re adhere to the surface Care amp Maintenance CAUTION This appliance must be unplugged from the electrical outlet before performing any cleaning or maintenance tasks on the unit Letthe appliance cool down completely before cleaning or storing Empty all water from the water tank after each use Store in a dry cool place with the filling hole open A periodic rinse of your steam cleaner will free it from deposits This is recommended every 10 tankfulls to free up any scale deposits Fill the water tank with water and shake vigorously Tilt the cleaner upside down to empty the water tank and any scale deposits GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STEAM CLEANER 13 w 10 1 Steam Bottle x2 7 Nylon Bristle Brushes x2 2 Steam Trigger 8 Squeegee Handle x2 3 Concentrator Nozzle 9 Extended Concentrator x2 Non Detachable 10 Scrubbing Pad Set x2 4 Power On Steam Ready Lights 11 Scrubbing Pad Holder x2 5 Water Tank 12 Squeegee x2 6 Water Tank Filling Plug 13 Carrying Bag x2 14 Filler Flask Technical Specifications Voltage 120V 60Hz Power 1500 Watts Water Capacity 8 US Fl Oz 240 ml Note Illustrations may differ from actual unit FEATURES OF STEAM CLEANER Your handheld steam cleaner is a very versatile tool Used correctly it will help make many h
9. mall areas Do not inject steam into the vent openings of the product CAUTION When cleaning small electrical appliances always unplug them from outlet before cleaning Exterior Areas For detailing the wheels use the concentrator nozzle and the nylon detail brush To clean bicycles use the nylon detail brush To clean tools or equipment use the nylon detail brush depending on the surface area To clean BBQ s use the nylon detail brush to clean the BBQ rack Garden Furniture Use the nylon detail brushes on the surface area Work quickly when cleaning resin outdoor furniture OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Nylon Detail Brush This is best for any task requiring concentrated medium pressure steam with additional rubbing S action to loosen embedded dirt such as cleaning grout in between A LN the tiles ceramic and mn wm marble To use Push the nylon detail brush onto the end of the concentrator nozzle Extended Concentrator The extended concentrator can be used to clean under toilet bowl rims or in hard to reach places To use Push the extended concentrator onto the end of the concentrator nozzle Squeegee This attachment is very useful for cleaning large windows plastic material ceramic tiled or marble surfaces To use Attach the squeegee to the window squeegee handle With the steam cleaner apply steam abundantly to the surface and then remove excess water and dirt with the wiping edge CAUTION When c
10. mination and repair Incorrect re assembly or repair can cause a risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when the Steam Cleaner is used Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children Do not leave the system unattended while connected Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts hot water or steam Use caution when draining unit after use as there may be hot water in the unit Never direct steam at any person The steam is very hot and can cause burns Do not operate in the presence of explosive and or flammable fumes This appliance is intended only for household use Follow all user instructions in this manual 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 D Do not leave the Steam Cleaner plugged in when unattended Unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing or refilling water tank 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
11. ousehold cleaning tasks faster and easier Be sure to carefully read all the information contained in this booklet before using this appliance High temperature steam can make it easier to remove stubborn household dirt from hard surfaces such as ovens stove tops kitchen counters sinks tubs bathroom tiles windows and mirrors without the need for harsh chemical cleaners The appliance has various attachments which enable it to be used for cleaning different types of surfaces such as Upholstery sealed grout bathroom kitchen tile stovetops Easily cleans difficult to reach areas with the concentrator such as faucets etc Ideal for windows mirrors glass doors etc Fabrics window coverings pillows bedding etc Hard surface areas such as counters sinks shower door tracks etc ARON CAUTION Press steam trigger intermittently no more than once every 1 or 2 seconds Rapid pressing in succession will cause water leaking and spitting which could then burn the user s hand Wait for steam pressure to reduce before pressing steam trigger again By pressing intermittently you will note a rhythm for maintaining a continuous flow of steam without any water dripping or leaking NOTE First usage may require 6 10 rapid pushes on steam push button before steam exits Keep pressing for a few seconds until steam has developed from first rapid depressing of steam trigger then you can continue intermittent pressing of steam trigger as detai
12. r nozzle is very useful for cleaning surfaces that are difficult to reach Fig 2 It is ideal for radiators door and window jambs shutters and sanitary fixtures Concentrator Nozzle Fig 2
13. rating LLC 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 PURGEHASER etre rettet Gade cape ete ve dae a dative trea decoys desee ema dust ADDRESS 2 ae nt Bas d ge eher the uekte O A e eet DATE OF PURCHASE 0 ee NAME AND ADDRESS OF DEALER 000 eect ieee eem hene hene nnns Printed in China 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your Steam Cleaner basic safety precautions should always be observed including the following ile 2 3 10 11 12 13 Read all instructions before using your Steam Cleaner Use the system only for its intended use Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when used by or near children pets or plants To protect against a risk of electric shock do not immerse any part of the system in water or other liquids Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect Do nat allow cord to touch hot surfaces Let the system cool completely before putting away Wrap cord loosely around system when storing Always disconnect system from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and when not in use 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 Steam Cleaner Return the system to EURO PRO Operating LLC for exa
14. riginal purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and or conventional warranties The responsibility of EURO PRO Operating LLC if any is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty In no event is EURO PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever Some States do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights which vary from state to state important Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping Be sure to attach tag to item before packing with your name complete address and phone number with note giving purchase information model number and what you believe is the problem with item We recommend you insure the package as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty Mark the outside of your package ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE We are constantly striving to improve our products therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD Please complete and return within ten 10 days of purchase The registration will enable us to contact you in the event a product defect is discovered By returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions RETURN TO EURO PRO Ope
15. s onto the concentrator nozzle Step 2 Plug the unit into a standard 120 volt grounded wall receptacle The red power light will now illuminate Step 3 Allow approximately 30 60 seconds for unit to reach its working temperature The blue steam ready light will illuminate to indicate that the steam is ready Step 4 Upon initial use some water will come out from the nozzle of the attachment This is normal IMPORTANT When the steam cleaner has run out of water steam output will decrease and then cease NOTE First usage may require 6 10 rapid pushes on steam push button before steam exits Keep pressing for a few seconds until steam has developed from first rapid depressing of steam trigger then you can continue intermittent pressing of steam trigger as detailed above IMPORTANT Do NOT add cleaning solutions scented perfumes oils or any other chemicals to the water used in this appliance Use regular tap water or distilled purified water if the tap water in your area is very hard CAUTION Press steam trigger intermittently no more than once every 1 or 2 seconds Rapid pressing in succession will cause water leaking and spitting Wait for steam pressure to reduce before pressing steam trigger again By pressing intermittently you will note a rhythm for maintaining a continuous flow of steam without any water dripping or leaking Using the Fixed Concentrator Nozzle Using the steam cleaner with the concentrato
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