Important Safety Instructions; Additional Important Safeguards - Shark SC618 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your Steam Bottle, basic safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using your
Steam Bottle.
2. Use the system only for its intended use.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children, pets or plants.
4. To protect against a risk of electric shock,
do not immerse any part of the system in
water or other liquids.
5. Never yank cord to disconnect from
outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
6. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.
Let the system cool completely before
putting away. Wrap cord loosely around
system when storing.
7. Always disconnect system from electrical
outlet when filling with water or emptying
and when not in use.
8. 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 Bottle. Return the
system to EURO-PRO Operating LLC for
examination and repair. Incorrect re-
assembly or repair can cause a risk of
electrical shock or injury to persons when
the Steam Bottle is used.
9. Close supervision is necessary for any
appliance being used by or near children.
Do not leave the system unattended while
connected.
10. 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.
11. Do not operate in the presence of
explosive and/or flammable fumes.
12. This appliance is intended only for
household use. Follow all user instructions
in this manual.
13. 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury:
• Do not leave the Steam Bottle 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 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.
• Always 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.
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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 or tripped over.
3. Do not leave unattended when the system is connected to a power supply/electrical
outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING
: 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
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.
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.
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