Shark S3901 Series Owner's Manual

LIFT-AWAY™ PRO
STEAM POCKET

S3901 Series

OWNER’S GUIDE

®

MOP

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

WHEN USING YOUR SHARK® LIFT-AWAY™
PRO STEAM POCKET® MOP, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE
FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
YOUR SHARK

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LIFT-AWAY™ PRO STEAM

POCKET® MO P.

DANGER OF SCALDING.

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

IM PO R TANT:

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.

13. 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.

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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 ONLY 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

(14 AWG) cord should be used. Cords rated

2.08mm
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: Your steam mop is 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.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance complies with the WEEE-Directive 2 012/9 6 / EC on the disposal of electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).

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 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.

Although the product is not provided with standby mode, it still fulfils 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.

THIS MANUAL COVERS MODEL NUMBER:

S3901***** 11

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz.
Power: 1250 Watts
Water Capacity: 300 ml

Euro-Pro, Shark, Lift-Away and Pro Steam Pocket, are

trademarks of Euro-Pro Operating LLC. All other brand
names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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Contents

Thank you for
purchasing the

®

Shark

Lift-Away™
Pro Steam Pocket
Mop.

Getting Started ................................................................................................5

Assembling Your Steam Mop ............................................................................6

Using Your Steam Mop .....................................................................................8

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Using Your Carpet Glider .................................................................................11

Using Your Handheld Steamer .........................................................................12

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Direct Steam Nozzle ..................13

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Garment Steamer ......................14

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Accessory Hose ........................15

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Window Squeegee ....................16

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Flat Scrubber ............................17

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Cylinder Cleaning Tool ...............18

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Grout Scrubber Brush ................19

Care of Your Steam Mop .................................................................................20

Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................................22

Warranty and Registration ..............................................................................23

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® Lift-Away™ Pro Steam Pocket® Mop.

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a Mop Handle
b Storage Clip for Direct Steam Nozzle
c Steam Trigger
d Removable Handheld Steamer
e Handheld Steamer Housing
f All-Purpose Mop Head
g Cleaning Pockets for the All-Purpose Mop Head

(P119W or P129W)

h Carpet Glider (XCG3501 or XCG200)
i Triangle Mop Head
j Cleaning Pocket for the Triangle Mop Head

(P118W or P140W)

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k Direct Steam Nozzle

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l Accessory Hose (1071S O)
m Flat Scrubber Tool ( 1077 SO)
n All-Purpose Scrubber Pad for Flat Scrubber Tool

(P 123W )

o Garment Steamer with Bristle Brush ( 1074SO )
p Garment Steamer Bonnet (XBON 3901)
q Garment Steamer Upholstery Bonnet ( P125W)
r Grout Scrubber Brush (10 81SO)
s Window Squeegee (107 8SO)
t Cylinder Wand (1080SO)
u Cylinder Pocket ( P124W )
v Filling Flask (1039SO)
w (1) 6mm x 48mm Large Screw*

*Phillips or flat head screwdriver can be used.
Screwdriver not included.

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Assembling Your Steam Mop

fig. 1 fig. 2

IM POR TA N T: Always make sure the mop is

UNPLUGGED from the wall when not in use.

Never fill the mop, attach the mop head, change
or remove the cleaning pocket when the mop is
plugged into the wall. To prolong the life of your
Shark® Lift-Away™ Pro Steam Pocket® Mop we
recommend using distilled water. Make sure you
only add water to the tank. Chemicals or cleaning
solution may damage the appliance and could be
unsafe for you and your family.

STEAM MOP ASSEMBLY

1 Insert the Mop Handle end labelled “ ” into the

Steam Mop Housing lined up with Shark
sure it is inserted past the line printed on the pole.
Secure the assembled handle and pole by using the
large screw and a Phillips or a flat head screw driver
(screwdriver not included). (fig. 1)

2 Insert the Handheld Steamer into the Steam Mop

Housing. (fig. 2)

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Assembling Your Steam Mop - cont’d

fig. 3

fig. 4

3 Select either the All-Purpose Mop Head or the

Triangle Mop Head and accompanying cleaning
pocket. Use the lavender loop on the side of the
cleaning pocket to slide the mop head into the
pocket. Then secure the quick fasteners on the top
of the pocket to lock in place. (fig. 3)

4 Snap the mop head into the mop body by lining up

the groove on the back of the mop body with the
groove on the back of the mop head. Push until you
hear it latch into place. (fig. 4)

5 Turn the water tank cap counter clockwise and

remove from the tank. (fig. 5)

Use the filling flask and pour water into the tank. Do not

overfill. Replace the cap on the water tank. (fig. 6)

fig. 5

fig. 6

IMPOR TA N T: 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 recommend that you check the use and care
instructions from the floor manufacturer.

NOTE: To prolong the life of your Steam Mop, we

recommend using distilled water.

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