Conair GS61 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, especially
when children are present, basic safety pre-
cautions should always be taken, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
DANGER —Any appliance is elec-
trically live even when the switch is off.
To reduce the risk of death by electric shock:
1. Always unplug 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
liquids.
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. Do not overfill steamer as it can cause hot
water to boil out.
2. This appliance should not be used near
children or by the physically challenged.
Unsupervised use could result in fire or
personal injury. This appliance is not recom-
mended for use by children.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended use
as described in this manual. Do not use attach-
ments not recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not work-
ing 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 center
for examination
and repair.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not pull or twist cord. Let appliance cool
completely before putting away. Loop cord
loosely around appliance when storing.
6. Do not use outdoors or operate where
aerosol (spray) products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
7. To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, do
not operate another high-wattage appliance
on the same circuit.
8. Do not use extension cord to operate
appliance. While it is not recommended, 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.
9. Use caution when changing attachments
as they may contain hot water from
condensation. T-nozzle should never be
placed on the unit when in use or when pre-
heating. Ensure the attachments are dry or
cooled off to avoid contact with hot water.
10. Do not hold steamer during use. Steamer
must sit on floor while steaming.
11. Allow unit to cool before emptying reservoir
for storage.
12. Use caution when removing hose cap.
Remove slowly.
13. Do not use if unit has been dropped or
damaged.
14. Always disconnect appliance from
electrical outlet when filling with water
or emptying and when not in use.
15. Do not switch on the unit before the hose
cap has been secured with the unit.
CAUTION —
1. This appliance should never be left
unattended when plugged in.
2. 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, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
3. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening or hose.
4. 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
door hook provided.
5. This product emits hot steam during use. Do
not touch T-nozzle when product is in use.
6. Do not steam garments while on a person.
7. Before unit is turned on, the hose must be
extended and hanging on door hook.
8. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet.
Instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
9. Burns could occur from touching hot metal
parts, hot water, or steam. Use care when,
you turn a steam appliance upside down -
there may be hot water in reservoir.
10. Use caution when carrying steamer as it
contains hot water.
11. Caution: hose will be hot when in use.
Avoid prolonged contact.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOT FOR COMMERCIAL OR
INDUSTRIAL USE
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the box on a large, sturdy flat surface.
Carefully remove the appliance from the
packing material. Keep all plastic bags away
from children.
STEAMER ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY
Attaching the Steamer Hose
1. Place hose connector to unit
2. Press buttons on side
3. Place in opening and release.
locks in automatically.
Removing the Steamer Hose
(make sure unit has cooled)
To remove, just press side buttons
and pull out.
Attachments:
To add lint or crease attachments. simply
place on T-nozzle.
Hose may be stiff upon removal from box.
Hose will relax after initial use. T-handle
will sit properly on door hook once hose
is relaxed.
Hanging the t-nozzle
on the door hook
Lint Crease
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STEAMER This steamer comes with the following
accessories:
1. Lint brush: snap onto the T-nozzle and
use before steaming to remove lint from the
fabric.
2. Crease attachment: snap onto the T-nozzle
and use to refresh creases and sleeves.
OPERATING THE STEAMER
1. Over-the-door hanger: hang this over the
top of your door and use to hang the T-noz-
zle and any garment or hanger. (Overloading
may cause deformation of door hook.)
2. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the
OFF position.
3. Make sure all hose connections are
secure and tight.
4. Hang the T-nozzle on the door hook.
5. Plug the cord into a normal electrical
outlet.
6. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the
ON position.
7. The switch will light to indicate when
power is on.
8. Steam will be produced from the
nozzle in about two minutes. Be sure to keep
T-nozzle on the door hook while heating up.
9. To turn steamer off, press ON/OFF switch
to the OFF position.
"T" handle steam nozzle
with stay-cool handle and
turbo steam jets
Removable
5' hose
Built-in
cord wrap
(underneath)
Water reservoir
Over-the-door
hook
Hose cap
(hang T-nozzle here)
crease attachment lint attachment
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR
(PRIOR TO PLUGGING IN THE APPLIANCE)
Remove the hose cap. Fill the reservoir with
clean tap water to the desired level or until
water reaches “Max Fill” line on side of unit.
DO NOT OVERFILL as this will cause water to
boil out of steamer and spill. Empty until water
is just under the overfill indicator. DO NOT FILL
THE CONTAINER WITH HOT WATER.

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this
product, always read the instruction book
carefully before using.
CLEANING AND STORING
I. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position
and unplug from the power source.
2. Wait for the steamer to cool completely for
at least 30 minutes.
3. Unplug power cord and gently wrap around
built-in cord wrap underneath.
4. Remove excess water from the reservoir
by lifting the unit and pouring the water
down a drain.
5. Wrap hose around container and replace
T-nozzle in its cradle (as shown).
TROUBLESHOOTING THE STEAMER
• PROBLEM - No steam
CAUSE - Steamer not turned on
SOLUTION - Turn ON/OFF switch to
ON position and wait 2 minutes
• PROBLEM - Steamer fails to heat
CAUSE - Steamer not plugged in
SOLUTION - Plug into electrical outlet
• PROBLEM - No steam
CAUSE - Water level is low
SOLUTION - Turn ON/OFF switch OFF
and refill water container
• PROBLEM - Water drips from nozzle
CAUSE - Condensation in hose
SOLUTION - Hold the hose vertically
and allow water to drain back into unit
• PROBLEM - Nozzle gurgles
CAUSE - Condensation in hose
SOLUTION - Hold the hose vertically and
allow water to drain back into unit
• PROBLEM - Poor steam performance
CAUSE - Sediment in container
SOLUTION - Decalcify reservoir and
water container
Note: Minerals in water will vary in
different areas. To ensure continued oper-
ation of the steamer, never store without
cleaning and removing excess water from
the reservoir and water container.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Conair will repair or replace (at our option) your
unit free of charge for 12 months from the
date of purchase if the appliance is defective
in workmanship or materials.
To obtain service under this warranty, return
the defective product to the service center
listed together with your purchase receipt and
$3.00 for postage and handling. California
residents need only provide proof of purchase
and should call 1-800-366-0937 for shipping
instructions. In the absence of a purchase
receipt, the warranty period shall be 12 months
from the date of manufacture.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE 12-MONTH DURATION
OF THIS WRITTEN, LIMTED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations may not apply to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of special,
incidental, or consequential damages, so the
above limitation may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights, which vary
from state to state.
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NOTE
This steamer is designed to sit on the floor. Do
not put on a table or chair when in use.
OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES
During operation, the steamer hose may
gurgle. This is a normal result of condensa-
tion collecting inside the hose. Simply lift the
"T" handle upward until the hose is extended
to its full height. The gurgling will disappear
when the excess moisture inside the hose
has had a chance to drain back into the base.
HOW TO STEAM
Grasp the "T" handle steam nozzle with
the steam jets facing away from you. Begin
at the bottom of the fabric to allow the
steam to rise inside and outside, removing
wrinkles. Slowly move the nozzle from the
bottom to the top of the fabric. Remove the
nozzle from the garment and smooth the
fabric with your free hand. Some fabrics are
best steamed on the underside of the material.
This will allow the fibers of the fabric to relax,
eliminating wrinkles.
NOTE: Test fabric for color fastness in an
inconspicuous spot. Drape linens, towels,
handkerchiefs and napkins over a rod or place
onto a towel rack.
Heavier fabrics may require repeated steam-
ing. Repeat as necessary.
With practice, you will gain speed and
efficiency. You will soon learn which fabrics
require multiple steam applications.
Do not directly touch velvet or silk with the
steam head.
Always steam with hose in upright
position so any condensation is free
to flow back into the steamer.
If you steam in a low position, condensation
will collect inside the hose. This will cause
gurgling and some water droplets to form
near the steam jets on the "T" handle. To
avoid this, frequently lift the steam handle
upward until the hose is extended to its full
height.
To steam drapes:
Wash and dry drapes as directed according
to fabric type. Re-hang drapes and steam
drapes when in place.
Service Center
Conair Corporation
Service Department
7475 N. Glen Harbor Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85307
For information on any Conair product call:
1-800-3-CONAIR or visit us on the web at
www.conair.com
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East Windsor, NJ 08520 Glendale, AZ 85307
DECALCIFICATION
If the appliance begins to produce steam
more slowly than usual, or stops producing
steam and then starts again, you may need
to decalcify your steamer. Decalcification
refers to removing the calcium deposits
that form over time on the metal parts of
the steamer. For best performance from the
Conair Garment Steamer, decalcify the unit
from time to time. The frequency depends
upon the hardness of your tap water and how
often you use the steamer.
To decalcify, use a solution of 1/3 white
vinegar and 2/3 water in the water reservoir.
Plug the unit into electrical outlet. Turn to the
ON position and run until half the amount has
steamed. Turn the unit to the OFF position,
unplug from electrical outlet, and allow to sit
for 30 minutes.
Remove excess water from the reservoir
by lifting the unit, inverting and pouring the
water into a sink, allowing water to drain
from internal reservoir. Repeat the above
procedure as many times as necessary until
a normal steam rate returns, usually 2 to 3
times. With each repeated cycle, use a fresh
solution of vinegar and water. Run one cycle
of fresh, cold water through the unit at the
completion of decalcification before using the
unit again to steam garments.
Ready for storage
CAUTION: Hose will be hot when
in use. Avoid prolonged contact.
high-velocity steam
jet T-nozzle
Using the over-the-door hook
IB-10785
Instructions for Use
Model GS61
Convenient to use
on CLOTHES,
DRAPES & LINENS
compact
fabric
steamer
commercial quality