Shark S3455 Series Owner's Manual

SLIM Professional
STEAM POCKET® MOP

S3455 series

OWNER’S GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

WHEN USING YOUR SHARK® SLIM

®

PROFESSSIONAL STEAM POCKET
MOP, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

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USING YOUR SHARK
PROFESSSIONAL STEAM POCKET

SLIM

®

MO P.

DANGER OF SCALDING.

Please use caution when using the
steam mop. The steam emitted from the
steam mop is very hot.

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 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 described in this manual.

6 . Use only manufacturer’s recommended

accessories.

7. DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug.

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

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

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

11. DO NOT handle plug or steam mop with
wet hands or operate appliance without
shoes.

12. DO NOT pull or carry by power cord, use
power cord as handle, close a door on the
power cord, or pull the power cord around
sharp edges or corners. Keep power cord
away from heated surfaces.

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3. 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.

14. DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do
not use with any opening that is blocked.

15. DO NOT put hands or feet under the
steam mop. Unit gets very hot.

16. Use O N LY on flat, horizontal surfaces. Do
not use on walls, counters or windows.

17. DO NOT use on leather, wax polished
furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics, velvet
or other delicate, steam sensitive materials.

18. Liquid or steam must not be directed
towards equipment containing electrical
components, such as the interior of ovens.

19. 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
steam mop.

20. When in use, NEVER turn the appliance over
or on its side. NEVER DIRECT STEAM

TOWARDS PEOPLE, ANIMALS OR
PLANTS.

21. NEVER LEAVE THE STEAM MOP IN
ONE SPOT ON ANY SURFACE FOR
ANY PERIOD OF TIME WHEN THE
CLEANING POCKET IS ATTACHED
AS THIS WILL DAMAGE YOUR
FLOORS.

22. Carefully remove the cleaning pocket
immediately after you have unplugged and
allowed the steam mop to cool.

23. When cleaning the steam mop, 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.

24. Extreme caution should be exercised when
using this appliance to clean stairs.

25. Never use steam mop without the cleaning
pocket attached.

26. Keep your work area well lit.

27. Store steam mop indoors in a cool, dry
place.

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

29. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary,
an extension cord rated a minimum of 15
ampere, 2.08mm
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 unattended when the
system is connected to a power supply or
electrical outlet. Turn off all controls before
unplugging the unit.

31. DO NOT store unit with damp or wet
cleaning pocket attached. Never leave
the steam mop in one spot on any surface
for any period of time with a damp or
wet cleaning pocket attached as this will
damage your floors.

32. Always unplug and allow the steam mop
to cool before removing or changing mop
heads.

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

WARNING:

designed to clean 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 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 from the
floor manufacturer.

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(14 AWG) cord should be

Your steam mop is

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance complies with the WEEE-Directive 2002/96/EC on the disposal of electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).

This appliance complies with the European directives for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/EC
and its revisions, as well as Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC and its revisions.

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household
wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material sources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems
or contact the retailer where this product was purchased. They can take this product for
environmental safe recycling.

This product has no on/off switch and operates when plugged into the main supply source. Disconnect the
plug from mains after use.

Although the product is not provided with standby mode or off mode, it still fulfills the requirements of
1275/2008/EC - the directive for Eco-Design requirements since according to technical justification, it is
considered as inappropriate to provide standby and off modes when connecting to mains. To reduce energy
consumption be sure to unplug the unit after use.

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Contents

Thank you
for purchasing

Shark® Slim

the

Professional Steam

Mop.

Getting Started ...............................................................................2

Using Your Steam Mop .................................................................... 5

Care of Your Steam Mop ................................................................. 8

Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................10

Warranty and Registration ..............................................................11

Getting Started

When assembling your steam mop there may be
a little water in or around the water tank. This is
because we test all our steam mops 100% before
you buy them, so you get a quality Shark® Slim

Professional Steam Pocket® Mop.

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a Steam Mop Body

b Mop Handle

c Triangle Mop Head

d Cleaning Pocket for the Triangle Mop Head

(P140W or P118W or P101W or P152W or P153W )

e All-Purpose Mop Head (1024 SOY)

f Cleaning Pocket for the All-Purpose Mop Head

(P129W or P119W or P102W or P154W or P151W)

g Carpet Glider ( XCG3501 or XCG200)

h Water Flask (1039 SO)

i (1) 6mm x 52mm Large Screw*

* Phillips or flat head screwdriver can be used.

Screwdriver not included.

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(1025SO)

j Quick Release Swivel Cord Wrap

k Cord Clip

l Water Tank

m Steam Control Button

n Mop Head Release Button