Shark VAC-THEN-STEAM MV2010WC - Manual (Page 2)

1. Use the system only for its
intended use.
2. DO NOT use outdoors. Use only
on dry, indoor surfaces.
3. DO NOT leave the appliance
unattended when plugged in. Always
unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
4. DO NOT allow the appliance to be
used by children. Close attention
is necessary when used by or near
children, pets or plants.
5. DO NOT operate the appliance with
a damaged plug or cord, or if the
unit has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water.
To avoid the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble or attempt to
repair the appliance on your own.
Return the appliance to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC (see warranty) for
examination and repair. Incorrect re-
assembly or repair can cause a risk of
electrical shock or injury to persons
when the appliance is used.
6. Use only as described in this manual.
7. Use only manufacturer’s
recommended accessories and
replacement pads.
8. To protect against a risk of electric
shock, DO NOT immerse the appliance
into water or any other liquids.
9. DO NOT handle plug or appliance
with wet hands or operate appliance
without shoes.
10. DO NOT pull or carry by power cord,
use power cord as a handle, close a
door on the power cord, or pull the
power cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over
cord. Keep power cord away from
heated surfaces.
11. DO NOT unplug by pulling on power
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not
the power cord. Do not use extension
cords or outlets with inadequate
current carrying capacity.
12. DO NOT put any objects into the unit
openings. Do not use the unit if any
opening is blocked; keep free of dust,
lint, hair and anything that may reduce
airflow.
13. DO NOT put hands or feet under the
Vac-Then-Steam™. Unit gets very hot
and may burn.
14. Use ONLY on flat, horizontal surfaces.
Do not use on walls, counters or
windows.
15. DO NOT use on leather, wax polished
furniture and floors, synthetic fabrics,
velvet or other delicate, steam
sensitive materials.
16. 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 and void the
warranty. If you live in a hard water
area, we recommend using distilled
water in your Vac-Then-Steam™.
17. When in use, NEVER turn the
appliance over or on its side. NEVER
DIRECT STEAM TOWARDS PEOPLE,
ANIMALS OR PLANTS.
18. NEVER LEAVE THE CLEANING UNIT
IN ONE SPOT ON ANY SURFACE FOR
ANY PERIOD OF TIME WHEN MICRO-
FIBER PAD IS ATTACHED.
19. Carefully remove the micro-fiber pad
immediately after you have unplugged
and allowed the appliance to cool.
20. When cleaning the appliance, unplug
the power cord from the electrical
outlet and clean with a dry or damp
cloth. Do not pour water or use
alcohol, benzene or paint thinner on
the unit.
21. Extreme caution should be exercised
when using this appliance to clean
stairs.
22. Never use Steam function without
micro-fiber pad attached.
23. Keep your work area well lit.
24. Store appliance indoors in a cool,
dry place.
25. To avoid circuit overload, do not
operate another appliance on the
same socket (circuit) as the cleaning
unit.
26. If an extension cord is absolutely
necessary, an extension cord rated a
minimum of 15 ampere, 14 gage 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.
27. DO NOT store unit with damp/wet
micro-fiber cleaning pad attached.
28. DO NOT use the vacuum cleaner
without dust cup and filter in place.
29. DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.
30. DO NOT pick up anything that is
burning or smoking such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes.
31. To reduce the risk of fire DO NOT use
to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids such as gasoline or use
vacuum in areas where flammable or
combustible fumes may be present.
32. DO NOT pick up toxic solutions such
as chlorine bleach, ammonia or drain
cleaner with the cleaning unit.
33. DO NOT use in an enclosed space
where vapors are present from
paint, paint thinner, mothproofing
substances, flammable dust or other
explosive or toxic materials.
34. DO NOT run the cleaning unit over
large-sized objects.
35. DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws or coins
that could damage the cleaning unit.
36. DO NOT place appliance on unstable
surfaces such as chairs or tables.
37. DO NOT allow the cleaning unit to be
used as a toy.
38. Close attention is necessary when
used near children.
39.Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers
and all parts of the body away from
openings and moving parts.
40.Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging your Vac-Then-Steam™.
WARNING: Your appliance is designed
to clean non-carpeted, sealed hard
floor surfaces that will withstand high
heat. Do not use on unsealed wood or
unglazed ceramic floors, on surfaces
that have been treated with wax or on
some no wax floors. The sheen may
be removed by the heat and steam
action. It is always recommended to
test an isolated area of the surface to
be cleaned before proceeding. We
also recommend that you check the
use and care instructions provided by
the floor manufacturer.
POLARIZED PLUG:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, this appliance has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the
other). As a safety feature, this plug
will fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully
into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician.
DO NOT
ATTEMPT
TO DEFEAT
THIS SAFETY
FEATURE.
WHEN USING YOUR SHARK ® VAC-
THEN-STEAM™ , BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:
WARNING:
TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
YOUR
SHARK ® VAC-THEN-STEAM™ .
DANGER OF SCALDING.
Please use caution when using the
steam function. The steam emitted
from the appliance is very hot.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
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