How To Steam; To Steam Drapes - Conair GS4 Series Instructions For Use

HOW TO STEAM

Always steam with hose in upright
position, so any condensation is free
Grasp the T-nozzle steam nozzle with the steam
to flow back into the steamer.
jets facing away from you. Begin at the bottom
of the fabric to allow the steam to rise inside If you steam in a low position, condensation
and outside, removing wrinkles. Slowly move will collect inside the hose. This will cause
the nozzle from the bottom to the top of the gurgling and some water droplets to form near
fabric. Remove the nozzle from the garment and the steam jets on the T-nozzle. To avoid this,
smooth the fabric with your free hand. Some frequently lift the steam handle upward until
fabrics are best steamed on the underside of the hose is extended to its full height.
the material. This will allow the fibers of the

TO STEAM DRAPES

fabric to relax, eliminating wrinkles.
Wash and dry drapes as directed according to
NOTE: Test fabric for color fastness in an
fabric type. Re-hang drapes and steam drapes
inconspicuous spot. Drape linens, towels,
when in place.
handkerchiefs and napkins over a rod or place
onto a towel rack.
Heavier fabrics may require repeated steaming.
Repeat as necessary.
With practice, you will gain speed and
efficiency. You will soon learn which fabrics
require multiple steam applications.
Do not directly touch velvet or silk with the
steam head.
Using the Over-the-Door Hook
CLEANING AND STORING DECALCIFICATION
I. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position If the appliance begins to produce steam
and unplug from the power source. more slowly than usual, or if the steamer
stops producing steam and then starts again,
2. Wait for the steamer to cool completely for
you may need to decalcify your steamer.
at least 30 minutes.
Decalcification refers to removing the calci-
3. Unplug power cord and gently wrap around
um deposits that form over time on the metal
built-in cord wrap underneath.
parts of the steamer. For best performance
4. Remove excess water from the reservoir by
from your Conair Fabric Steamer, decalcify
lifting the unit and pouring down a drain.
the unit from time to time. The frequency
5. Wrap hose around container and replace
depends upon the hardness of your tap water
T-nozzle in its cradle. (As shown)
and how often you use the steamer.
To decalcify, use a solution of 1/3 white vine-
gar and 2/3 water in the water reservoir. Plug
the unit into electrical outlet. Turn to the ON
position and run until half the amount has
steamed. Turn the unit to the OFF position,
unplug from electrical outlet, and allow to sit
for 30 minutes.
Remove excess water from the reservoir by
lifting the unit, inverting and pouring the water
over sink, and allowing water to drain from
internal reservoir. Repeat the above procedure
Ready for Storage
as many times as necessary until a normal
steam rate returns, usually 2–3 times. With
each repeated cycle, use a fresh solution of
vinegar and water. Run one cycle of fresh, cold
water through the unit at the completion of
decalcification before using the unit again to
steam garments.
TROUBLESHOOTING THE STEAMER
• PROBLEM - No steam Conair will repair or replace (at our option)
CAUSE - Steamer not turned on your unit free of charge for 12 months from
SOLUTION - Turn ON/OFF switch to the date of purchase if the appliance is defec-
ON position tive in workmanship or materials.
• PROBLEM - Steamer fails to heat To obtain service under this warranty, return the
CAUSE - Steamer not plugged in defective product to the service center listed
SOLUTION - Plug into electrical outlet that is nearest you, together with your purchase
receipt and $3.00 for postage and handling.
• PROBLEM - No steam
California residents need only provide proof of
CAUSE - Water level is low
purchase and should call 1-800-366-0937 for
SOLUTION - Turn ON/OFF switch OFF
shipping instructions. In the absence of a pur-
and refill water container
chase receipt, the warranty period shall be 12
• PROBLEM - Water drips from nozzle
months from the date of manufacture.
CAUSE - Condensation in hose
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT
SOLUTION - Hold the hose vertically
NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
and allow water to drain back into unit
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
• PROBLEM - Nozzle gurgles
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED
CAUSE - Condensation in hose
IN DURATION TO THE 12-MONTH DURATION
SOLUTION - Hold the hose vertically and
OF THIS WRITTEN, LIMITED WARRANTY.
allow water to drain back into unit
Some states do not allow limitations on how
• PROBLEM - Poor steam performance
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
CAUSE - Sediment in container
limitations may not apply to you.
SOLUTION - Decalcify reservoir and
IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE
water container
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
Note: Minerals in water will vary in different
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
areas. To ensure continued operation of the
THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS
steamer, never store without cleaning and
OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do
removing excess water from the reservoir
not allow the exclusion or limitation of special,
and water container.
incidental, or consequential damages, so the
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
above limitation 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.
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www.conair.com/registration
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