
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
WHEN USING YOUR SHARK®
SONIC STEAM POCKET™ MOP,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING YOUR SHARK® SONIC
STEAM POCKET™ 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. Use only as described in this manual.
6. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
accessories.
7. 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. .
8. To protect against a risk of electric shock, DO
NOT immerse the steam mop into water or
any other liquids.
9. DO NOT handle plug or steam mop with wet
hands or operate appliance without shoes.
10. DO NOT pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
11. 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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12. DO NOT use for space heating purposes.
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. 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.
18. Liquid or steam must not be directed towards
equipment containing electrical components,
such as the interior of ovens.
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
OR WITH THE SONIC FEATURE IF
TURNED ON AS THIS WILL DAMAGE
YOUR FLOORS.
21. Always unplug and allow the steam mop to
cool before removing the mop head.
22. Allow the steam mop to cool before carefully
removing the cleaning pad after you have
unplugged the steam mop.
23. When cleaning the steam mop, unplug the
power cord from the electrical outlet, allow
to cool 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
pad 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, 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.
30. DO NOT store unit with damp/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.
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 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.
This manual covers model number:
SM 20 0QU K 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz.
Power: 1550 Watts
Water Capacity: 400 ml (13.5 oz.)
TOLL FREE: 0800 51 41 31
Not to be disposed
of with other
household waste.
IPX4

Contents
Thank you for
purchasing the
®
Shark
Steam Pocket
Sonic
™
Mop.
Getting Started ................................................................................................... 2
Using Your Sonic Steam Pocket
Care and Maintenance ........................................................................................ 7
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................ 8
™
Mop ......................................................... 5
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