Shark EP480CS User Manual

EP480CS

LIMITED WARRANTY

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants 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:

EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

If the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO
Operating LLC will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $

9.95 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 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.

Steam Iron

OWNER’S MANUAL

Model EP480CS
120 V., 60 Hz, 1600 Watt

Printed in China

EURO-PRO Operating LLC

94 Main Mill Street, Door 16
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Tel.: [phone]
www.sharkcompany.com

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

When using your iron, basic safety
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:

1. Read all instructions carefully.

2. Use iron only for its intended use.

3. To protect against risk of electrical
shock, do not immerse the iron in
water or other liquids.

4. The iron thermostat should always
be turned to its lowest position
before plugging in or unplugging
from the electrical outlet.

5. Never yank cord to disconnect from
outlet. Grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.

6. Do not allow cord to touch hot
surfaces. Let iron cool completely
before putting away.

7. Always disconnect iron from
electrical outlet when filling with
water, emptying, or when not in use.

8. Do not operate iron with a damaged
cord, or after the iron has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
To avoid the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble the iron. Return
the iron to the nearest service facility
for examination and repair. Incorrect

reassembly can cause the risk of
electric shock when the iron is
used.

9. Close supervision is necessary for
any appliance being used by or
near children. Do not leave iron
unattended while connected or on
an ironing board.

10. Burns can occur from touching hot
metal parts, hot water or steam.
Use caution when you turn a steam
iron upside down; there may be hot
water in the reservoir.

11. Never direct steam at any person,
especially when using the iron in
the vertical position. The steam is
very hot and can cause burns.

12. This appliance is for household

use only.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not
operate another high-wattage
appliance on the same circuit.

2. If an extension cord is absolutely
necessary, use a 15-ampere cord.
Cords rated for less amperage may
overheat. Use care to arrange the
cord so that it cannot be pulled or
tripped over.

POLARIZED PLUG: 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 no attempt to defeat this safety
feature.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS

• Iron should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical

Iron does not heat

Thermostat ready light
goes On and Off

Some odor or small
particles come out of
steam vents of new
iron

Iron does not steam

Water droplets coming
from steam vents

outlet only.
Make sure that the plug is securely in the socket.

• Temperature setting too low.
Turn to higher setting.

• This is normal.
The light goes On and Off as the thermostat is
switching the heating element On and Off to
maintain the selected temperature.

• This is normal.

Follow instructions for first use and allow iron to steam
through 2-3 fillings & press the steam burst button
occasionally to eliminate small white particles.

• Water tank may be empty or water level is very low.

Add water.

• Make sure that the temperature control dial and

the variable steam control are correctly set. For
maximum steam, (setting "Max" on steam control),
temperature control dial should be set on "•••".

• Adjustable steam control is set on "0".

Always allow the iron to reach the selected
temperature with the adjustable steam control setting
at "0". Make sure the temperature control dial is set in
the correct steam area, e.g. "•", and the steam control

on "0". For more steam, turn temperature dial to

is not
higher setting, e.g. "•••", and the steam control to
"Max".

• If temperature setting and steam control setting are

correct and there is no steam, gently
soleplate on the ironing board a few times. Move
the variable steam control from "0" to "Max" a few
times.

• Iron may not be hot enough. Set thermostat to the

"Max" position. Always allow iron sufficient time to
heat up (thermostat light goes off) before activating
the variable steam control.

• Overuse of steam burst. Allow more time between

each burst.

• Iron may have been overfilled. Turn iron off,empty

water and follow instructions for filling.

• Steam performance may be low if iron requires

seasoning. To season, use regular tap water for 1or 2
tanks until steam performance improves.

tap the

Rev. 11/04A1

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IRONING CHART

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

NOTE: Before starting to iron delicate

fabrics, it is best to first test the
temperature of the iron on a hem or an
inside seam.

DIRECTIONS
ON LABEL

SYNTHETIC
FIBERS, e.g.

FABRIC

TEMP.
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STEAM
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BURST OF
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SPRAY

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temperature selected on dial with
the indicator on the water tank.

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1. Do not rest iron on soleplate.

2. Never use or rest iron on an
unstable surface.

3. While the iron is hot, never set iron
on an unprotected surface - even if it
is on its heel rest.

4. WARNING! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER
INJURY, before filling the iron
with water, make sure that the
plug is removed from the outlet.

5. CAUTION: Never fill the iron with
fabric conditioner, starches or any
other solution, as these will
damage the steam mechanism. Do
not use contaminated water.

6. WARNING! TO AVOID FIRE, never
leave iron unattended while it is
plugged in.

7. WARNING! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK, never
immerse the iron in water or other
liquid.

8. WARNING! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK, never use the
iron in a location where it can fall
or be pulled into water or any
other liquid. If the iron falls into
water or any other liquid, unplug it
immediately. DO NOT reach into
the water or liquid.

9. CAUTION: Never use scouring
pads, abrasive or chemical
cleaners, or solvents to clean the
exterior or soleplate of your iron.
Doing so will scratch and/or
damage the surface.

10. WARNING! DO NOT aim iron at
face, towards yourself, or anyone
else while using or adjusting
steam. Burns or serious injury
may occur.

11. Always store your iron in the upright
position, not on the soleplate. If
stored face down, even the
smallest amount of moisture will
cause the soleplate to corrode and
stain.

12. DANGER! Never use the iron if it
is damaged or dropped. Using
the iron when it is damaged
could create the risks of fire,
electric shock, injury or death.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IRON USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Before using your 1600 Watt
Professional Steam Iron, remove any
labels, stickers or tags that may be
attached to the body or soleplate of the
iron.
When turned on for the first time, your
new iron may emit an odor for up to 10
minutes. This is due to the initial
heating of the materials used in making
the iron.

1. Power Supply Cord

2. Auto Shut-Off Light

3. Temperature Ready Light

4. Variable Steam Control

5. Burst of Steam

6. Spray Button

7. Water Filling Inlet Cover

Technical Specifications

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1600 Watts

The odor is safe and should not reoccur
after initial heating.
Also, before ironing with steam for the
first time, allow iron to heat, hold in a
horizontal position and hit the burst of
steam button several times. The iron
may emit some small particles from the
steam holes. This is normal and will
clear after pressing the burst of steam
button several times.

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8. Spray Nozzle

9. Temperature Control Dial

10. Water Level Window

11. Stainless Steel Soleplate

12. Water Flask

13. Iron Heel Rest

EMPTYING THE IRON

1. Always empty iron after each use.

2. When finished using the iron, turn
the variable steam control to“0” and
the temperature control dial to "MIN".

3. Unplug the iron from the electrical
outlet.

4. Set variable steam control to "MAX".

5. Turn the iron upside down over the
sink with the tip pointing downward
and allow the water to flow from the
opening.

6. Set variable steam control to "0".

7. Allow iron to cool in an upright
position before storing.

WARNING! Use caution when

emptying the iron. Burns may
occur from touching hot metal
surfaces, hot water or steam.

SELF-CLEANING

In order to remove calcium and built-up
particles, the self-cleaning system should be
run at least once a month.

• Fill the water beaker provided halfway

and then pour into the water reservoir.

• Set the variable steam control to the no

steam position.

• Insert the main plug into the wall socket.

• Set the temperature control dial to the

maximum temperature.

• Wait until the thermostat light goes off and

steam iron has reached preset
temperature.

• Remove the plug from the wall socket.

• Hold the steam iron horizontally over a

sink.

• Turn the variable steam control to

“Self-Clean ” position. Hot water and
steam will be emitted from the soleplate.
Swing the steam iron lightly back and forth
gently to allow lime and dust particles to
come out.

• When the water reservoir is empty, shift

the variable steam control from “Self­Clean” position to “0”.

• Stand the iron upright and insert the plug

into the wall socket to let the iron heat up
again.

• Move the iron over a clean cotton cloth to

clean the soleplate and let the remaining
water on the soleplate evaporate.

ANTI-DRIP FEATURE

Built-in Anti-Drip feature helps reduce
water spots by cutting of water flow
when the iron temperature is too low to
build sufficient steam. The anti drip
function reduces water dripping and
water stains. It does not prevent water
dripping and water stains if you press
the steam burst button too often or if the
temperature is too low. The amount of
water droplets will eventually decrease
after the iron is used for 2 to 3 tankfuls
of steaming and ironing.

STORAGE

1. Always turn the variable steam
control to “0” after you have
emptied the water tank.

2. Allow the iron to cool down.

3. Always store the iron in the upright
position to protect the soleplate.

4. From time to time, clean the exterior
of the iron with a damp cloth and
wipe dry.

5. If you use spray starch, wipe the
soleplate occasionally with a soft
damp cloth to prevent the build-up of
deposits.

6. If the iron has not been used for a
few weeks, hold the iron horizontally
and allow to steam for 2 minutes
before ironing.

WARNING: The anti-drip

function reduces water
dripping and water stains. It
does not prevent water
dripping or water stains if you
press the steam burst button
too often or if temperature is
too low. The amount of water
droplets will eventually
decrease after iron is used for
2 to 3 tankfuls of steaming
and ironing.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FEATURES OF SHARK PROFESSIONAL STEAM IRON

NOTE: If the tank runs dry, remove the

plug from wall outlet. Then, fill the iron
with water and re-prime the pump. The
iron may be filled with water while it is
hot.

4. For vertical steam,
press the blast of
steam button while
holding the iron
in a vertical
position. See
figure 5. The
vertical steam
function is useful
for steaming
curtains and
drapes while still hanging.

Fig. 5

WATER SPRAY

The water spray is
useful on fabrics
with stubborn
wrinkles. Press the
spray button and a
jet of water will
spray onto the
fabric being ironed.
See Figure 6. The water spray can be
used with dry or steam ironing as
desired.

Fig. 6

SELECTING IRON TEMPERATURES

Always read garment labels and follow
the manufacturer's ironing instructions.
Refer to the "Ironing Chart" on page 9
for temperature recommendations: See
figures 7 & 8.

• Use low settings for synthetics.

•• Use moderate settings for wool,
silks, and blends.

••• Use high settings for cottons and
linens.

Variable Steam Control

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

NOTE: Before starting to iron delicate

fabrics, it is best to first test the
temperature of the iron on a hem or
an inside seam.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

The auto shut-off safety function of your
Professional Iron is designed to engage
after approx. 7 minutes of non-use. The
auto shut-off indicator light will flash
when the auto shut-off has activated. To
reset your iron and continue ironing
follow these steps. See figure 9.

1) Lift the iron.

2) Holding the iron horizontally in front of
you, gently rock the iron back and
forth several times. This motion will
reset the safety switch inside the iron.

Do Not Shake the Iron.

The red temperature ready light will
illuminate when the auto shut-off system
has been reset. Allow time for the iron to
re-heat. The red temperature indicator
light will go out when the iron is ready for
use.

Fig. 9

IRONING HINTS

WARNING!

not leave iron unattended while
connected.

• Sort articles to be ironed according
to the type of fabric. This will reduce
the need to adjust the temperature
for different types of garments.

• If you are not sure of the fiber
content of a garment, test a small
area such as a seam or inside hem
section before ironing a visible area.
Start with a low temperature setting
and gradually increase to find the
best setting.

• When reducing the temperature to
iron sensitive fabrics, allow
approximately 2 minutes for the iron
to cool to the new temperature
setting.

• Fabrics such as velour, wool, linen
and silk are best ironed with an
ironing cloth to prevent shine marks.

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To prevent fire, do

1. BLAST OF STEAM

The Blast of Steam provides
extra, sudden blasts of steam
which aid in removing stubborn
wrinkles from fabrics such as
denim, cotton or linen.

2. ATOMIZER SPRAY

BUTTON

Pressing this Button provides a
defined jet of spray which gently
moistens fabric.

3. VARIABLE STEAM

CONTROL

Minimum to maximum steaming for
different materials. Self cleaning
feature flushes internal sole plate
with water.

4. TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Turn dial to select temperature.
Main temperature settings are
indicated by the 1, 2 and 3
dots. (See “Ironing Chart.”)

5. ANTI-DRIP FUNCTION

Built-in Anti-Drip feature
helps reduce water spots by
cutting of water flow when
the iron temperature is too
low to build sufficient steam.

6. WATER FILLING INLET

The cover prevents dust and
foreign matter from entering
the water tank. It also stops
any water from spilling during
ironing.

7. BUILT-IN ANTI-CALCIUM

FILTER

Prevents calcium build-up
and prolongs the life of the
iron.

8. STAINLESS STEEL

SOLEPLATE

Provides maximum glide­ability and heat retention.

9. PIVOT CORD

For left or right handed use.
Pivots up and down;
prevents dragging along the
fabric. The flexible cord
protector protects the cord
from fraying.

10. SELF-CLEANING

Flushes internal soleplate
with water.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 iron.

Before you start using your iron, read all
the instructions in the manual and do
the following in order to eliminate any
odor and small white residue particles
and to ensure optimum steam
performance.

1. Fill the iron with regular tap water.
(See page 6 for filling instructions.)

2. Set the temperature control dial to its
highest setting and the variable
steam control to “0”.

3. When the temperature ready light
goes off, the iron has reached the
selected temperature. Set the
variable steam control to the highest
setting.

4. Keep the iron in a horizontal position
and allow it to steam until the water
runs out. Press the blast of steam
button to eliminate white residue
particles.

5. Repeat this procedure for two or
three fillings of water.

DRY IRONING

All marked settings on the temperature
dial can be used for dry ironing. Slide
the variable steam control lever all the
way down as shown in Figure 1. This
will cut off the steam flow if water is in
the tank.

For Dry Ironing:

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1. Turn temperature dial to "MIN" and
slide the variable steam control lever
all the way down to "0".

2. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V
AC electrical outlet. The power "ON"
light will come on, indicating that the
iron is receiving power.

3. Turn the temperature dial to the
desired setting. (See "Ironing Guide"
for a guide to temperature selection.)

4. Place iron on its heel (on a stable,
protected surface) while iron is
warming to desired temperature.

STEAM IRONING

CAUTION!

at face, towards yourself, or
anyone else while using or
adjusting steam. Burns or
serious injury may occur.

DO NOT aim iron

WARNING! Before filling the

iron with water, be sure the
iron is not plugged into the
electrical outlet. The iron may
be filled with water while it is
hot.

CAUTION! TO PREVENT THE

RISK OF BURNS, use caution
when filling iron with water.
Burns can occur from touching
hot metal parts, hot water, or
steam.

NOTE: Because of the soleplate design,

ordinary tap water may be used with this
iron. However, in very hard water areas,
we recommend using distilled or
demineralized water.

WARNING: Never fill the iron

with fabric conditioner,
starches or any other liquid, as
these will damage the steam
mechanism. Do not use
contaminated water.

1. Turn temperature dial to "••" or "•••"
and slide lever all the way to the left.

2. Holding the iron at a slight angle,
pour water slowly into the water
filling inlet. See figure 2. Fill tank to
desired level or to the “MAX”
water level marking using the water
filling flask. (When the iron is upright,
see-through water tank allows you to
gauge the amount of water.) DO

NOT overfill the tank.

Fig. 2

3. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V
AC electrical outlet.

4. Turn the temperature dial to any of
the temperatures within the red
steam band and allow the iron to
heat for approximately 2 minutes
before ironing. Place iron on its
heel (on a stable, protected
surface) while the iron is warming to
desired temperature.

5. Slide the steam lever up to increase
the amount of steam. (See figure 3)
When using extra steam, the iron
uses more water and it may be
necessary to fill the tank more often.
See page 6 for refilling the iron with
water.

For Steam Ironing:

0

6. Steam is produced as soon as the
iron is held in the horizontal position.
Steam will stop coming out when the
iron is put on its heel in a vertical
position or by turning the steam
control dial to "0".

BLAST OF STEAM

WARNING!

at face, towards yourself, or
anyone else while using or
adjusting steam. Burns or
serious injury may occur.

The blast-of-steam button is useful
when ironing denim, cotton, and linens.
It provides extra, sudden blasts of
steam which aid in removing stubborn
wrinkles.

The blast-of-steam feature can be used
with Dry or Steam ironing as desired.

1. Make sure the water tank is at least
1/2 filled with water.

2. Set the temperature dial. Place the
iron on its heel (on a stable,
protected surface) and allow it to
heat for approximately 2 minutes.

3. With the iron in a horizontal position,
press the blast of steam button
several times to prime the pump.
See Figure 4.

DO NOT aim iron

Fig. 4

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

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