Euro-Pro G6118 User's Manual
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1. Shark STEAM GENERATOR IRON OWNER S MANUAL Model G6118 120V 60 Hz 1500 Watts EURO PRO Operating LLC Tel 1 866 98SHARK 1 866 987 4275 www sharkvac com EURO PROX IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your Steam Generator Iron basic safety precautions should always be followed Read carefully the following instructions as they provide important information concerning how to install use and care for this appliance 1 Use steam generator iron only for its 9 Close supervision is necessary for any intended use appliance being used by or near children 2 Use ironing system only for its intended Do not leave ironing system unattended use while connected or while on an ironing 3 To protect against a risk of electric shock board Always position the iron flat on the do not immerse the iron or any part of the silicone rubber posts ironing system in water or any other 10 Burns can occur from touching hot metal liquids parts hot water or steam Use caution 4 The ironing system iron and steam when turning the system upside down as generator should always be turned OFF there may be hot water in the unit Never before plugging into or unplugging from direct steam at any person especially wall outlet Never pull power cord to when using the iron in the vertical disconnect from outlet instead grasp position The steam is very hot and can plug and pull to disconnect cause burns 5 Do not allow cord to touch2. Temperature is set at Minimum Soleplate temperature is too low to iron with steam Generator is not fully heated Residue is water tank Not using demineralized distilled water Gasket is broken because boiler filler cap was closed too tightly or cap was opened while tank was full of steam and gasket broke Press the On Off button to the ON position Fill with water as per instructions Make sure that the On Off button is in the OFF position and plug the unit into an electrical outlet 4 5 The heating time for the generator is approximately 11 13 minutes Watch for the steam ready light to go off indicating that steam is ready Turn the temperature control dial to the desired setting Turn the temperature control dial to the marks between 2 and 3 dots Wait for generator to be fully heated Clean steam generator as per instructions Use demineralized distilled water after cleaning the tank Order new boiler filler cap from customer Service at 1 800 798 7398 Return the A ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS A Read all instructions before using the EURO PRO Operating LLC Steam Generator Iron and follow all the instructions and safeguards carefully CAUTION NEVER open the A boiler filling cap before ALL the remaining steam has been released from the steam generator and the steam generator has cooled To release the steam press
3. The temperature of the iron determines the type of steam dry or humid At high temperatures the iron delivers very dry steam Lower temperature settings offer humid steam For best pressing results you have the flexibility to select the type of steam and not only the iron temperature A balance should be maintained between the humidity low iron temperature required to loosen fibers and the need for heat higher iron temperatures to flatten shape and dry the fibers PRESSING TIPS cont Instructions for specific iron temperature settings should be treated as guidelines only We recommend that you test each type of fabric on an inside seam before proceeding to iron the garment The steam generator iron can produce humid steam at relatively low temperature settings where regular household irons would release water At the same time the very dry steam produced at the high iron temperature setting can be used on some fabrics where normally the use of steam is prohibited PRESSING DIFFICULT FIBERS i e 1007 COTTON Your Steam Generator Iron features a professional type iron with steam holes placed in the front of the iron soleplate Correct ironing procedure involves steaming the fabric with the front end of the iron followed by pressing and drying with heat from the rear of the iron For best results garments should be dry after pressing to avoid re wrinkling due to lingering dampness Therefore we recomme
4. drops in the steam coming out of the iron CLEARING THE INITIAL CONDENSATION 2 Clear the initial condensation by pressing the Steam Button up to 3 seconds Repeat if necessary IMPORTANT NOTE 4 While using the ironing system if steam has not been released for more than approximately 5 minutes the hose has cooled and any steam remaining in the hose from the last use might condense Clear this condensation by pressing Steam Button before proceeding to use the iron OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE CAUTION NEVER open the boiler filler cap before ALL the remaining steam has been released from the steam generator and the steam generator has cooled To release the steam press the On Off button to the Off position and push the steam button on the iron until no more steam comes out of the iron Then open the boiler filler cap slowly We strongly recommend the use of demineralized distilled water to ensure optimum performance and maximize the life of your steam generator If you are using demineralized distilled water the steam generator should be cleaned once every six 6 to twelve 12 months If you use regular tap water the steam generator should be cleaned once a month Make sure that all the steam has been released from the steam generator before doing any cleaning or maintenance on the appliance Follow instructions on page 7 for releasing the steam Remove the p
5. escape gradually 8 Do not operate the ironing system with a sal chet INSTRUCTIONS damaged cord plug or if the iron or any other part of the system has been dropped or damaged To avoid risk of electric shock do not disassemble or attempt to repair the ironing system Return the unit to EURO PRO Operating LLC Corp see warranty for examination repair or replacement Incorrect reassembly or repair can cause a risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when the ironing system is used POLARIZED PLUG WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not modify the plug in any way To avoid a circuit overload do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit simultaneously with the steam generator iron 2 Ifan extension is absolutely necessary a 15 ampere rated cord with a polarized plug should be used Cords rated for less amperage may overheat Care should be taken to arrange so that it cannot be pulled on or tripped over 3 Do not leave iron unattended when the system is connected to a power supply electrical outlet If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 1 Rev 11 03A EURO PROX EURO PRO Operating LLC wa
6. hot surfaces 11 The hot iron base soleplate must always Let the ironing system cool completely rest on the non combustible silicone before putting away or opening water rubber posts on top of the steam tank removing safety cap Wrap cord generator loosely around the ironing system when 12 Do not operate in the presence of storing explosive and or flammable fumes 6 Always disconnect ironing system from 13 Never fill the boiler with corrosive products electrical outlet when filling with water or like vinegar or limestone removers emptying and when not in use Always 14 Never move the steam generator during turn the safety cap slowly when opening use and never fill it under running water the water tank 15 CAUTION Never use scouring pads 7 Always make sure that there is no abrasive or chemical cleaners or steam in the steam generator water solvents to clean the exterior or tank before opening the safety cap soleplate of your iron Doing so will Follow instructions to release all scratch and or damage the surface remaining steam though the iron by 16 Use regular tap water or distilled purified pressing the steam release button water if the tap water in your area is Unplug the unit and allow to cool before very hard starting to open safety cap Always turn 17 This appliance is intended only for the cap slowly when opening the water household use Follow all user tank to allow any remaining steam to instructions in this manual
7. the On Off button to the Off position and push the steam button on the iron until no more steam comes out of the iron Then open the boiler filler cap slowly A WORD ON WATER For best results we recommend using 100 demineralized distilled water You can use regular tap water in your steam generator but should the water in your area be hard water we strongly recommend the use of 100 demineralized distilled water This will prolong the life of your generator and reduce the frequency of required generator cleaning as well as the possibility of staining due to accumulated impurities DO NOT USE WATER PROCESSED THROUGH A HOME WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM OR BOTTLED MINERAL WATER DO NOT OVERFILL THE STEAM GENERATOR When empty the steam generator can be filled with 26 U S fl oz of demineralized distilled water Do NOT overfill Overfilling the water tank can cause water drops to come out of the steam holes See filling instructions on page 5 DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE BOILER FILLER CAP To close the boiler filler cap turn clockwise until the point where you feel friction do NOT close too tightly The boiler filler cap has a gasket which can be flattened and damaged if the cap is closed too tightly If the gasket is damaged steam may escape while the steam generator is being used If the boiler filler cap is damaged and steam is leaking call EURO PRO Operating LLC customer service to purchase a replacement boi
8. Place steam generator unit on a solid flat surface Unscrew the boiler filler cap When filling the steam generator water tank always use a measuring cup to fill your unit NEVER fill the appliance under a tap Fill the water tank with 26 US fl oz of tap water if the water in your area is not hard water If itis then we strongly recommend using 100 demineralized distilled water Be careful not to over fill the water tank Adding too much water will cause overfilling and will result in water drops on the steam When finished filling replace the boiler filling cap and screw on tightly Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet 6 Press the On Off button on the stream generator to the ON position Turn the temperature control dial on the iron to the desired temperature setting Temperature N Control Dial li Z s USING THE IRON WITH STEAM 1 2 d 4 Place the steam generator on a flat stable surface Fill the steam generator with water Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet Press the On Off button to the ON position The steam ready light will light up when the steam is ready It will take approximately 11 13 minutes to heat up a full tank of water The steam ready light will go on and off while the steam generator is in use Turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature setting designated for use with steam i e between t
9. ap the power cord and steam hose around the appliance loosely 2 Make sure that the steam generator is completely cold 3 Remove the boiler filler cap by slowly turning counter clockwise to allow any remaining steam to escape 4 Fill water tank with a solution of 20 vinegar and 80 water 5 oz vinegar and 21 oz of water and let sit overnight 8 12 hours OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REFILLING THE STEAM GENERATOR WARNING Never direct the steam from the iron at yourself or another person Special care must be taken when the iron is used in a vertical position The steam is very hot and can cause burns 1 Press the steam generator On Off button to the OFF position 2 Release all the remaining steam in the steam generator by pressing the steam button until no more steam is coming out from the iron 3 Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet Allow it to cool for a minimum of 5 minutes 4 To unscrew the boiler filler cap push down and turn counter clockwise slowly If any steam continues to escape STOP and release the steam through the iron as in the steps above 5 Using a measuring cup fill the water tank with 26 US fl oz 6 Replace the boiler filler cap turning clockwise until you get friction DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN OR GASKET WILL BE FLATTENED PRESSING TIPS Dry Steam vs Humid Steam In a steam generator iron the steam is produced in the generator and not in the iron as with regular household irons
10. he temperature guide on page 6 as a guide except when any fabric has an applied finish gloss etc where lower temperatures might be required Always iron fabric blends fabrics made of two or more types of fibers using the heat setting appropriate for the fabric requiring the lowest temperature setting NOTE For best results make sure that the steam generator is filled to the maximum level before every use IRONING TEMPERATURE GUIDE Check garment labels for instructions i e do not iron chlorofiber SYNTHETIC Acetates Acrylics Cresian Metalics Sheer Synthetic Polyester Dacron Fortrel Perma Press Nylon MAX TEMPERATURE RANGE Q SUGGESTED AMOUNT OF STEAM Dry Ironing without steam Pure silk sometimes requires steam Super Dry Steam
11. he two ee and the three eee dots on the temperature control dial The temperature ready light will light up The iron will have reached the desired temperature setting when the temperature ready light will go off Press the steam button on the handle of the iron to release the steam Note Trying to use steam before the A steam ready light has come on can cause water drops to come out of the iron instead of steam WARNING Never direct the steam from the iron at yourself or another person Special care must be taken when the iron is used in a vertical position The steam is very hot and can cause burns OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRY IRONING 1 2 FABRICS Linen Place the steam generator on a flat stable surface Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and press the On Off button to the On position Set the temperature control dial according to the garment label or use the temperature guide below The temperature ready light will go OFF when the desired temperature has been reached You can iron at any temperature setting without steam TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Always read the garment labels and follow the manufacturer s directions when pressing a garment For maximum efficiency iron garments requiring lowest temperature setting first as the iron heats up faster than it cools down If there are no instructions included with the garment we suggest that you follow t
12. ler filler cap NEVER LEAVE THE HOT IRON RESTING ON THE IRON REST FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME The lifespan of your steam generator will be reduced if the iron is left idle at high temperatures for extended periods of time If the iron is not in use reduce the temperature to the lowest temperature setting on the temperature control thermostat turn the steam generator Off and remove the power cord from the electrical power outlet WARRANTED FOR REGULAR HOUSEHOLD USE While the Steam Generator Iron is a professional type ironing system it is intended for and warranted only for normal household use The iron and or steam generator should not be used for more than fifteen 15 hours per week in approximately three 3 hour intervals Even if you have used a steam generator iron before please read all instructions and safeguards in the Use and Care Instruction Book In addition please note the following user tips USING STEAM PLEASE NOTE Steam performance improves after the first 6 8 hours of usage The steam power increases and initial condensation at maximum temperature is reduced Make sure the temperature setting of the iron is within the steam range on the temperature selector Turn power on for iron and steam generator Before starting to use steam make sure the Steam Ready Light is ON indicating that steam is available NOTE Trying to use steam before the Steam Ready Light is ON can cause water
13. nd that you use the steam as required but not continually While your Steam Generator Iron offers high quality type professional type steam some fabrics may require additional moisture for best results You may want to press cotton shirts while still damp or spray with water prior to ironing GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STEAM GENERATOR 7 Steam Hose 8 Steam Button 9 Temperature Ready Light 10 Temperature Control Dial 11 Stainless Steel Soleplate Boiler Filler Cap Steam Ready Light green On Off Button red Steam Generator Base lron Rest Plate Power Cord oo SONS Technical Specifications Voltage 120V 60Hz Power 1500 Watts Water Capacity 26 US fl Oz Working Pressure 2 9 bar OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 BEFORE FIRST USE Remove any labels stickers or tags which may be attached to the body or the soleplate of the iron before using the steam generator WARNING Never leave the unit unattended while plugged in Always turn the steam generator OFF and remove the power cord from the electrical outlet WARNING The steam generator must always be turned OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet before any cleaning or maintenance before filling and emptying the water tank FILLING STEAM GENERATOR WATER TANK 1 2 3
14. o 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 Operating LLC 4400 Bois Franc St Laurent Quebec H4S 1A7 PURCHASER C mau sup ahua ua tdeo means E or are MM aaa ues UU AE Su ADDRESS 4 DATE OF PURCHASE Lauen MODEL G6118 PT E NAME AND ADDRESS OF STORE 25 uuu dsa A E A eee Printed in China 10 TROUBLSHOOTING Do not operate the steam generator with a damaged cord plug or if the iron 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 ironing system appliance to EURO PRO Operating LLC see Warranty for examination and repair Incorrect re assembly or repair can cause a risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the ironing system is used PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS No Steam Is Released Through The Iron The Soleplate Remains Cold Drops Of Water Leak From The Iron Soleplate Dirty Or Yellow Steam Is Coming Out Of The Iron Steam Leaking From The Boiler Filler Cap On Off button is not in the ON position Steam generator has no more water Unit is not plugged in Steam is not visible because the temperature of the soleplate is at maximum and room temperature is high Generator is not fully heated
15. ower cord from the electrical outlet and let the unit cool down for at least 4 hours after it has been used before starting to clean the steam generator NEVER immerse the iron or the steam generator in water or any other liquid CLEANING THE STEAM GENERATOR BASE 1 Make sure that there is no steam remaining in the steam generator 5 6 2 3 gt Se x S amp S JI Replace the boiler filler cap and shake Remove the boiler filler cap and empty the tank Rinse with water two to three times by filling shaking and emptying again Wipe the outside of the steam generator base with a damp cloth CLEANING THE STEAM GENERATOR IRON 1 Clean the steam generator iron ONLY when cold Do NOT use scouring pads abrasives or harsh cleansers Use a commercially sold soleplate cleanser following the manufacturers label instructions Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the outer shell of the iron Dry soleplate and iron thoroughly after cleaning STORING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR IRON 1 Ensure that the seam generator is depressurized by opening the steam button on the iron until no further steam is escaping Always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet when not in use Always store in a dry place away from the reach of children Always drain the water tank before storing Always let your steam generator cool completely before storing Do not let power cord and steam hose to touch hot surfaces Wr
16. person not authorized by EURO PRO Operating LLC This warranty is extended to the original 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 and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Important Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping Be sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name complete address and phone number with a 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 xX PET EEE o PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY Please complete and return within ten 10 days of purchase The registration will enable us t
17. rrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of the original purchase when utilized for normal household use subject to the following conditions exclusions and exceptions If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period return the complete appliance and accessories freight prepaid to U S EURO PRO Operating LLC 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 Canada EURO PRO Operating LLC 4400 Bois Franc St Laurent Quebec H4S 1A7 If the appliance is found by EURO PRO Operating LLC to be defective in material or workmanship EURO PRO Operating LLC will repair or replace it free of charge Proof of purchase date and 14 95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included The liability of EURO PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our option 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 abuse negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs service or alterations to the product or any of its parts which have been performed by a repair
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