Conair GS12LRC Instructions For Use

IMPORTANT SAFETY
use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer.
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4. Never operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not work-
When using electrical appliances, especially
ing properly, or if it has been dropped
when children are present, basic safety pre-
or damaged, or dropped into water. Do
cautions should always be taken, including
not attempt to repair the appliance.
the following:
Incorrect reassembly or repair could
cause a risk of fire, electric shock, or
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injury to persons when the appliance
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is used. Return the appliance to an
authorized service centre for examina-
BEFORE USING
tion and repair.
DANGER
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
—
Any appliance is electrically
Do not allow cord to contact heated sur-
live even when the switch is off.
faces. Do not pull or twist cord. Let appli-
To reduce the risk of death by electric shock: ance cool completely before putting away.
Loop cord loosely around appliance when
1. Always unplug appliance immediately after
storing.
using.
2. Do not place or store appliance where it 6. This appliance has a polarized plug (one
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. blade is wider than the other). As a safety
3. Do not place in, or drop into water or other feature, this plug will fit in a polarized
liquid.
outlet only one way. If the plug does not
4. If an appliance falls into water, unplug it
fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
immediately. Do not reach into the water.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
WARNING —
To reduce the risk of burns,
safety feature.
electrocution, fire, or injury to persons:
7. Never drop or insert any object into any
1. This appliance should never be left
opening or hose.
unattended when plugged in.
8. Do not use outdoors or operate where
2. Close supervision is necessary when this
aerosol (spray) products are being used or
appliance is used by, on, or near children
where oxygen is being administered.
or individuals with certain disabilities.
9. Do not use an extension cord to operate
Unsupervised use could result in fire or
appliance.
personal injury.
10. Surfaces of this appliance may be hot
3. Use this appliance only for its intended
when in use. Do not let eyes or bare skin
use as described in this manual. Do not
touch heated surfaces.
11. Do not place the steam nozzle directly on sure the unit is off and no steam is being
any surface or on the appliance power released, to avoid contact with hot water.
cord while it is hot or plugged in. Use the 22. Use caution when changing attachments
stand provided. as they may contain hot water from con-
12. Unplug this appliance before filling or densation. Ensure that the attachments are
emptying. Do not overfill. dry or cooled off to avoid contact with hot
water.
13. While emitting steam, this appliance
may cause burns if it is used too close
SAVE THESE
to the skin, scalp or eyes, or if it is
used incorrectly. To reduce the risk of
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contact with hot water emitting from
steam vents, test appliance before each
use by holding it away from body.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
14. Do not operate steamer without properly

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

filling the water container.
Place the box on a large sturdy flat surface.
15. Always keep the hose and nozzle elevated
Carefully remove the appliance from the pack-
above the water container.
ing material. Keep all plastic bags away from
16. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet;
children.
instead, grasp plug and pull to discon-

STEAMER ASSEMBLY

nect.
STEP 1 - Attaching the Telescopic
17. Burns could occur from touching hot
Support Rod
metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use care
Insert the bottom of the metal telescopic sup-
when removing water container or when
port rod into the holder on the unit base and
you turn a steam appliance upside down
screw the set screw until tight.
– there may be hot water in reservoir.
(See below)
18. To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, do
not operate another high wattage appli-
ance on the same circuit.
19. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary,
a 15 ampere rated cord should be used.
Cords rated for less amperage may over-
heat. Care should be taken to arrange the
cord so that the cord cannot be pulled or
tripped over.
20. Never pour water directly into reservoir.
Pour water into water container only.
21. When changing attachments, please be
(Caution: Do not overtighten.)
Attach the hose storage clip by pressing the
clip onto the top section of the telescopic
support rod.

USING COLLAPSIBLE HANGER

This unit comes with a collapsing hanger for
added convenience. To use the hanger pull up
Hose will relax after initial use. T-handle
on the sides of the attachment until the arms
will sit properly on pole support once hose
click into the open position. Hang your garment
and steam away wrinkles. When finished, press is relaxed.
release button on centre of hanger to collapse
OPERATING
for storage.
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STEP 2 - Attaching the Steamer Hose
Be sure the unit is off. Attach "T" handle steam
nozzle to steam hose. Twist clockwise to

BEFORE FILLING THE WATER CONTAINER

securely lock onto hose. Tighten by hand until it
Turn the water container upside down and
no longer turns.
inspect to make sure the valve and spring
assembly are functioning. Place the container
in the reservoir and check that it is seated
securely. If the container has been stored with
water inside, it may be necessary to remove
the water and clean the container. Follow the
steps for care and cleaning.
FILLING THE WATER CONTAINER (PRIOR TO
PLUGGING IN THE APPLIANCE)
Remove the water container with the handle
and turn upside down. Unscrew the valve in
Insert angled end of hose into steamer housing the centre of the base. Fill container by holding
and twist clockwise to securely lock hose onto container under a source of running cold water
housing. (Be sure both connections at ends of until the container is filled to the desired level.
hose are correct before operating appliance.)
Do not overfill. Screw the valve cap onto the
Extend the telescopic rod and hang the "T"
water container and return the container to the
handle steam nozzle from the metal rod.
upright position. Place the water container onto
Hose may be stiff upon removal from box.
the base and make certain it is seated properly
in the cavity. DO NOT FILL THE CONTAINER
WITH HOT WATER.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STEAMER

This steamer comes with the
following accessory:
Detachable cool-
touch T-handle with
easy grip raised ribs
Collasping
hanger
great for maintaining Removable 1,5 m (5')
Safety
or creating creases. cool-touch insulated
Auto-off
hose with storage clip
Telescoping support rod
hangs garments and
nozzle and collapses for
storage
Handheld Steamer
Removable, easy-
Low water
to-fill, easy-to-clean
indicator lamp
2 L (68 oz) water
container with inte-
On/Off switch grated carry handle
Steam pause pedal
Cord reel
switch

Using RetRactable coRd Reel

This unit is supplied with a retractable cord
reel for convenient storage.
1. Pull the cord out until necessary length is
achieved. Do not pull past the red tape.
2. For storage, press the foot pedal; the cord
will retract into the unit. It is supplied
with a retractable cord reel for convenient
storage.

oPeRating tHe steaMeR

1. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF
position.
2. Make sure all hose connections are secure
and tight.
3. Make sure the telescopic rod is fully
extended and the hose is not twisted or
kinked.
4. Plug the steamer cord into a normal electri-
cal outlet.
5. Turn the ON/OFF switch to t he ON position.
6. Steam will be produced from the T-nozzle
in about 1-2 minutes.
7. To temporarily pause steamer, press steam
pause pedal with foot and the red light will
go on. The steamer is now in steam pause
mode.
8. To restart steam, press steam pause pedal.
Red light should go off. Within 10 seconds
steam will be produced.