Shark GS500 Series User Manual

garment care system

User’s Guide

GS500 series

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

WHEN USING YOUR SHARK®
PRESS & REFRESH™ GARMENT
CARE SYSTEM, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING YOUR PRESS & REFRESH™
GARMENT CARE SYSTEM.

DANGER OF SCALDING

Please use caution when using the
garment steamer. The Wrinkle Eraser™
pressing bar and the steam emitted are very
hot. The Wrinkle Eraser™ is not controlled by
the steam trigger and is hot as long as the
unit is turned on and for 30 minutes after the
unit has been turned off.

IMPORTANT:

This appliance is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.

Children shall not use or play with this
appliance. Close supervision is necessary to
keep appliance and its cord out of reach of
children during use and cooling.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

1. Use the system only for its intended use.

2. DO NOT use outdoors.

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
near children, pets, or plants.

5. Use only as dscribed in this manual.

6. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
accessories.

7. DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug.

8. DO NOT USE the appliance is not working, has
been dropped, dropped into water, damaged,

left outdoors, or if it is leaking.

9. NO SERVICEABLE PARTS. Incorrect re-
assembly or repair can cause a risk of electrical
shock or injury to persons when the appiance is
used. Contact Customer Service.

10. To protect against a risk of electric shock, DO
NOT immerse the garment steamer into water or
any other liquids.

11. DO NOT handle plug or garment steamer with
wet hands or operate appliance without shoes.

12. 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
corners or edges. Keep power cord away from
heated surfaces.

13. ALWAYS unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet when filling or emptying the
water tank and when not in use.

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14. NEVER attempt to fill this unit under a water
faucet. Always use the filling flask that is
provided.

15. DO NOT unplug by pulling on the power cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug not the power cord.
Do not use extension cords or outlets with
inadequate currect carrying capacity.

16. DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not
use with any opening blocked.

17. This appliance and the accessories become hot
during use and surfaces may also become hot.
Exercise care when changing accessories and
follow removal and changing instructions as
outlined in the manual. Do not change frames
while the unit is turned on. Turn the unit off,
wait for the Wrinkle Eraser
change frames.

18. The garment steamer can be used in a vertical
or horizontal motion. NEVER hold the steam
head down while at rest or tilt it in a backward
position as this may result in discharge. When
using the appliance, it must be rested on a
stable surface.

19. DO NOT use on leather, suede, vinyl, plastic or
other delicate steam sensitive materials. Always
determine the colorfastness of any fabric before
using the garment steamer by testing it on a
small portion of the garment’s underside.

20. NEVER attempt to steam clothing while it is
being worn.

21. 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. If you live in a
hard water area, we recommend using distilled
water in your garment steamer.

22. When in use, NEVER turn the appliance
over or on its side. NEVER DIRECT STEAM
TOWARDS PEOPLE, ANIMALS OR PLANTS.
The steam is very hot and can cause burns.
Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts,
steam, steam bonnets or frames.

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to cool, and then

23. Use care when you turn a steam appliance
upside down - there may be hot water in the
reservoir.

24. Let the system cool completely before putting
away. Loop cord loosely around the appliance
when storing.

25. When cleaning the garment steamer, 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. :

26. Keep your work area well lit.

27. Store the garment steamer indoors in a cool, dry
place.

28. To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another
appliance on the same socket (circuit) as the
garment steamer.

29. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, an
extension cord rated a minimum of 15 ampere,

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2.08mm

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.

30. DO NOT leave your Garment Steamer
unattended when the system is connected to a
power supply/electrical outlet.

31. Always unplug and allow the garment steamer
to cool before removing or changing frames or
bonnets.

32. Make sure that the water tank door is closed
when using the appliance.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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Welcome to the next wave of garment care!

The Press & Refresh™ Garment Care System brings your fabrics back to life with fewer trips to the
dry cleaners! For the first time ever professional steam power in a portable unit.

The professional steam deeply penetrates fibers, renews and freshens fabric. The exclusive heated
Wrinkle Eraser™ presses for a crisp finish and dries fibers to prevent re-wrinkling.

Extend the life of your garments and go from not quite ready-to-wear to ready-to-wear in one easy step.
The Look Your Best Guide provides step-by-step tips for all of your garment care needs.

Attaching the appropriate
accessory:

The unit comes assembled with a
small steam bonnet attached. The
bonnet must be attached at all
times when the unit is being used.

1 Attach the desired frame

2 Using both hands, hold the

frame on either side. Attach
the top of the frame to the
unit above the Wrinkle Eraser™

FRAME/ACCESSORY

Small Steam Bonnet

Bristle Brush Frame

Upholstery/Delicate
Fabric Frame & Delicate Steam Bonnet

3 To remove the frame, gently

into the notch. Next, secure
the pointed end of the frame
around the bottom of the unit
and snap into place. (Fig. 1)
The seam of the frame must
line up against the seam of the
unit for proper use.

pull on the pointed end and lift
the frame off the unit.

Fig. 1

TIP: Wipe away condensation

from the steam guard on the
bottom of the frame after
extended use.

Upholstery/Delicate
Fabric Frame & Upholstery Steam Bonnet

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Fig. 2

Helpful Tips on using the
Vertical Press Pad and VELCRO®
Clips:

1 For the first time ever, the

vertical press pad eliminates the
need for an ironing board. It is
designed to fit on any size door,
and can remain setup for your
convenience. The VELCRO
are used to position & stretch

USE FOR

The bonnet should always be attached
during any use and with any frame

Best for: cotton, wool, linen, denim

Best for: bedding, mattress, curtains,
baby bedding, plush toys, high chairs,
car seats, sofa and arm chairs

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clips

the garment for quick steaming
with better results to complete
the garment care system .
(Fig. 2)

2 To make pressing easier, the

vertical press pad has two hooks
on either end to hang your
garment from for larger pressing
surface.

BENEFITS

The specially designed multi layered
honeycomb pad protects fabrics from
water marks and water impurities

Improves steam penetration on heavy
fabrics without leaving water marks

Specifically designed to protect delicate
fabric from high heat

Best for: lace, velvet, silk, satin,
embelished or delicate garments

Shaggy material acts like multiple fingers to
pick up dust and deodorise while steaming. It
provides a large pocket of hot steam

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