IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, espe-
cially when children are present, basic
safety precautions should always be taken,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
DANGER —
Any appliance is
electrically live even when the switch is off.
To reduce the risk of death by electric
shock:
1. Always “unplug it” immediately after
using.
2. Do not place or store appliance where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place in, or drop into water or
other liquid.
4. If an appliance falls into water, “unplug
it” immediately.
Do not reach into the
water.
WARNING —
To reduce the
risk of burns, electrocution, fire, or injury
to persons:
1. This appliance should never be left
unattended when plugged in.
2. Close supervision is necessary when
this appliance is used by, on, or near
children or the physically challenged.
Unsupervised use could result in fire or
personal injury.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual. Do
not use attachments not recommend-
ed by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has
a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been
dropped or damaged, or dropped into
water. Do not attempt to repair the
appliance. Incorrect reassembly or
repair could cause a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons when the
appliance is used.
Return the appliance to an authorized
service centre for examination and
repair.
5. Keep the cord away from heated sur-
faces. Do not allow cord to contact
heated surfaces. Do not pull or twist
cord. Let appliance cool completely
before putting away.
6. This appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). As
a safety feature, this plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, re-
verse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
7. Never drop or insert any object into
any opening or hose.
8. Do not use outdoors or operate where
aerosol (spray) products are being
used or where oxygen is being admin-
istered.
9. Do not use an extension cord to
operate appliance.
10. Surfaces of this appliance may be hot
when in use. Do not let eyes or bare
skin touch heated surfaces.
11. Do not place the steam nozzle directly
on any surface or on the appliance
power cord while it is hot or plugged
in. Use the stand provided.
12. Unplug this appliance before filling or
emptying. Do not overfill.
13. While emitting steam, this appliance
may cause burns if it is used too close-
ly to the skin, scalp or eyes, or if it is
used incorrectly. To reduce the risk
of contact with hot water emitting from
steam vents test appliance before each
use by holding it away from body.
14. Do not operate steamer without pro-
perly filling the water container.
15. Always keep the hose and nozzle
elevated above the water container.
16. Never yank cord to disconnect from
outlet, instead, grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
17. Burns could occur from touching
hot metal parts, hot water, or steam.
Use care when removing water tank or
when you turn a steam appliance
upside down – there may be hot water
in reservoir.
18. To reduce likelihood of circuit overload,
do not operate another high wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
19. If an extension cord is absolutely
necessary, a 15 ampere rated cord
should be used. Cords rated for less
amperage may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the
cord cannot be pulled or tripped over.
20. Never pour water directly into re-
servoir. Pour water into water container
only.
21. When changing attachments, please be
sure the unit is off and no steam is
being released, to avoid contact with
hot water.
22. Use caution when changing attach-
ments as they may contain hot water
from condensation. Ensure that the
attachments are dry or cooled off to
avoid contact with hot water.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the box on a large sturdy flat sur-
face. Carefully remove the appliance from
the packing material. Keep all plastic bags
away from children.
STEAMER ASSEMBLY
STEP 1 -Attaching the Telescopic
Support Rod
Insert the bottom of the metal telescopic
support rod into the holder on the unit
base and screw the set screw until tight.
(See below)
(Caution: Do not overtighten.)
Attach the hose storage clip by pressing
the clip onto the top section of the
telescopic support rod.
STEP 2 - Attaching the Steamer Hose
Be sure the unit is off. Attach “T” handle
steam nozzle to steam hose. Twist clock-
wise to securely lock onto hose. Tighten
by hand until it no longer turns.
Insert angled end of hose into steamer
housing until click sound is heard. (Be
sure both connections at ends of hose are
correct before operating appliance.)
Extend the telescopic rod and hang the “T”
handle steam nozzle from the metal rod.
Hose may be stiff upon removal from
box. Hose will relax after initial use. T-
handle will sit properly on pole support
once hose is relaxed.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FILLING THE WATER
CONTAINER
Turn the water container upside down and
inspect to make sure the valve and spring
assembly are functioning. Place the con-
tainer in the reservoir and check that it is
seated securely. If the container has been
stored with water inside, it may be neces-
sary to remove the water and clean the
container. Follow the steps for care and
cleaning.
FILLING THE WATER CONTAINER (PRIOR
TO PLUGGING IN THE APPLIANCE)
Remove the water container with the
handle and turn upside down. Unscrew
the valve in the centre of the base. Fill con-
tainer by holding container under a source
of running cold water until the container
is filled to the desired level. Do not over-
fill. Screw the valve cap onto the water
container and return the container to the
upright position. Place the water container
onto the base and make certain it is seated
properly in the cavity.
DO NOT FILL THE
CONTAINER WITH HOT WATER.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STEAMER
USING COLLAPSIBLE HANGER
This unit comes with a collapsing hanger.
To use the hanger pull up on the sides of
the attachment until the arms click into
the open position. Hang your garment
and steam away wrinkles. When finished,
press release button on center of hanger
to collapse for storage.
USING RETRACTABLE CORD REEL
This unit is supplied with a retractable cord
reel for convenient storage.
1. Pull the cord out until necessary length
is achieved.
2. For storage, press the foot pedal; the
cord will retract into the unit.
OPERATING THE STEAMER
1. Make sure the ON/OFF pedal is in the
OFF position.
2. Make sure all hose connections are
secure and tight.
3. Make sure the telescopic rod is fully
extended and the hose is not twisted
or kinked.
4. Plug the steamer cord into a normal
electrical outlet.
5. Push the ON/OFF pedal to the ON po-
sition.
6. The switch will light to indicate when
power is on.
7. If the low water lamp is illuminated,
follow reset instructions.
8. Steam will be produced from the
nozzle in about one minute.
Detachable cool-
touch handle with
easy grip raised ribs
Removable 1.5 m
(5’) cool-touch
insulated hose
with storage clip
Telescoping
support rod
hangs garments
and nozzle
and collapses
for storage
Removable,
easy to- fill,
easy-to-clean
2.5 L (85 oz)
water con-
tainer with
integrated
carry handle
4 large casters
Cord reel
switch
On/Off pedal
Low water
indicator lamp
Safety
auto-off
Collapsible
hanger
APPROVED - PROOF #5:
March 27, 2006
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