Shark S3901SL Owner's Manual

LIFT-AWAY™ PRO STEAM
POCKET® MOP

S3901SL

OWNER’S GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

WHEN USING YOUR SHARK®
STEAM MOP, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING YOUR SHARK® STEAM MOP.

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 (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

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 by or near children, pets or
plants.

5. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

6. Use only as described in this manual.

7 . Use only manufacturer’s recommended

accessories.

8. DO NOT operate the appliance with a
damaged plug or cord, or if the unit has
been dropped or damaged. To avoid the
risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
or attempt to repair the appliance on your
own. If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by a qualified electrician
in order to avoid a hazard. Incorrect
re-assembly or repair can cause a risk of
electrical shock or injury to persons when
the appliance is used.

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

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

11. 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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2. 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.

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

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

15. Use ONLY on flat, horizontal surfaces. Do
not use on walls, counters or windows.

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

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

18. 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.

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

STEAM TOWARDS PEOPLE,
ANIMALS OR PLANTS.

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

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

22. 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.

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

24. Never use steam mop without the cleaning
pad attached.

25. Keep your work area well lit.

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

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

28. 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.

29. DO NOT leave unattended when the
system is connected to a power supply
or electrical outlet. Turn off all controls
before unplugging the unit.

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

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

32. Make sure that the water tank door
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.

Your steam mop is

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

Contents

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.

Thank you for
purchasing

®

the Shark
Lift-Away

™

Pro

Steam Pocket

Mop.

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

Getting Started With Your Steam Mop ................................................................ 4

Using Your Steam Mop ........................................................................................ 6

Using Your Carpet Glider ..................................................................................... 9

®

Getting Started With Your Removable Handheld Steamer ................................... 10

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Direct Steam Nozzle.................. 11

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Crevice Tool .............................. 12

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Window Squeegee .................... 13

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Accessory Hose ......................... 14

Using Your Removable Handheld Steamer with Flat Scrubber ............................. 15

Care of Your Steam Mop ..................................................................................... 16

Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................ 18

This manual covers model number:

S3 901SL 11

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz.
Power: 1550 Watts
Water Capacity: 300ml

IPX4

Not to be disposed

of with other

household waste.

1

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.

a

i

Fig. 1

b

j

Fig. 2

k

e

l

Fig. 3

Fig. 6

Fig. 5

c

d

m

o

f

g

h

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 Two-Sided All-Purpose Cleaning Pad

for the All-Purpose Mop Head (x2)

h Carpet Glider

2 3

i Direct Steam Nozzle
j Accessory Hose
k Detail Brush
l Window Squeegee
m Flat Scrubber Tool
n All-Purpose Scrubber Pad for Flat

Scrubber Tool

o Filling Flask
p (1) 6mm x 48mm Large Screw*
q Tote Bag (not shown)

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

n

Fig. 4

p

ACCESSORIES:

DIRECT STEAM NOZZLE

Loosen and dislodge compact dirt found in corners

or tight places. (Fig. 1) Stores easily on the storage
clip on the mop handle.

FLAT SCRUBBER TOOL with ACCESSORY HOSE

Use with the accessory hose to clean a variety of

surfaces such as counter tops, walls, mirrors,and
windows. (Fig. 2)

WINDOW SQUEEGEE

Use with the accessory hose to clean a windows,

mirrors, etc... (Fig. 3)

DETAIL BRUSH

Use with the accessory hose to remove stubborn

messes in hard-treach nooks, corners or grout.

(Fig. 4)

Fig. 7

CONTROLS:

STEAM TRIGGER

When using the Handheld Steamer, press and hold

the steam trigger to start steaming. (Fig. 5)

STEAM SETTINGS

The Lift-Away™ Pro Steam Pocket® Mop

has three unique settings that can be used when
mopping your floors or with the handheld unit.

(Fig. 6)

ON/STEAM SETTING

Press the ON/STEAM SETTING button to

select the type of cleaning that you want. (Fig. 7)