Shark STEAM LITE S3251UKJC User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
STEAM LITE
S3251UKJC

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WHEN USING YOUR SHARK®
STEAM MOP, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
WARNING: TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR SHARK®
STEAM LITE.
DANGER OF SCALDING.
Please use caution when
using the steam mop. The steam
emitted from the openings is
very hot.
IMPORTANT:
This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use
of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards
involved. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the applaince.
Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children
without supervision.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
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. 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 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.
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.
12. DO NOT put any objects into
openings. Do not use with any
opening that is blocked.

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26. To avoid circuit overload, do not
operate another appliance on the
same socket (circuit) as the steam
cleaner.
27. If an extension cord is absolutely
necessary, an extension cord rated
a minimum of 15 amperes, 14 gauge
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.
28. DO NOT leave unattended when
the system is connected to a power
supply or electrical outlet. Turn off
all controls before unplugging the
unit.
29. DO NOT store unit with damp or wet
microfibre cleaning pad attached.
Never leave the steam mop in one
spot on any surface for any period of
time with a damp or wet microfibre
cleaning pad attached as this will
damage your floors
30. Always unplug and allow the steam
mop to cool before removing or
changing mop heads.
31. Make sure that the water tank door
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
13. DO NOT put hands or feet under the
steam mop. Unit gets very hot.
14. Use ON LY on flat, horizontal
surfaces. Do not use on walls,
counters or windows.
15. DO NOT use on leather, wax polished
furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics,
velvet or other delicate, steam
sensitive materials.
16. Liquid or steam must not be directed
towards equipment containing
electrical components, such as the
interior of ovens.
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. When in use, NEVER turn the
appliance over or on its side. NEVER
DIRECT STEAM TOWARDS PEOPLE,
ANIMALS OR PLANTS.
19. NEVER LEAVE THE STEAM MOP
IN ONE SPOT ON ANY SURFACE
FOR ANY PERIOD OF TIME WHEN
MICROFIBRE PAD IS ATTACHED
AS THIS WILL DAMAGE YOUR
FLOORS.
20. Carefully remove the microfibre
cleaning pad immediately after you
have unplugged and allowed the
steam mop to cool.
21. 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.
22. Extreme caution should be
exercised when using this appliance
to clean stairs.
23. Never use steam mop without
microfibre cleaning pad attached.
24. Keep your work area well lit.
25. Store steam mop indoors in a cool,
dry place.

ASSEMBLE
1 Fit together the extension tubes
as shown in the illustration.
(fig. 1)
2 Place the microfibre cleaning pad
underneath the mop head, with
quick fastener strips facing up.
Simply press the mop to the pad
to attach it. (fig. 2)
FILL
3 Remove the cap to fill the
water tank. Use the filling flask and
funnel to fill the tank with water
to the “MAX” fill line. Replace the
water tank cap. (fig. 3)
Quick Start
fig. 1 fig. 2
fig. 3

STEAM CLEANING
4 For your comfort, you can adjust
the height of the mop. Just lift
the latch on the tube 90 degrees
to the open position. Holding the
handle, extend the tube to the
desired height and then close the
latch to the locked position.
5 Plug in the mop. Wait 30 seconds
for the unit to heat up and the
steam to be ready.
Push the handle toward the
mop head in a pumping motion.
Customise steam output by slow
or fast mopping with a forward
and backward motion. (fig. 4)
Quick Start
fig. 4
QUICK TIP:
For easier
pushing
and pulling,
extend the
handle length.
NOTE: Do not leave your
Steam Mop unattended
during use.
IMPORTANT: Never leave
the steam mop in one spot
for any period of time with
a damp or wet microfibre
pocket attached as this will
damage your floors.

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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 BOOK COVERS MODEL NUMBER:
S3251UKJC 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz.
Power: 1550 Watts
Water
Capacity: 250 ml (8 oz.)
Guarantee: This product is unconditionally guaranteed for one year against all
defects of workmanship and materials. This guarantee does not affect your
statutory rights. If this product proves unsatisfactory please contact our customer
service department on freephone 0800 781 7831.
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Contents
GETTING STARTED ................................................................. 2
USING YOUR STEAM MOP ................................................... 5
CARE OF YOUR STEAM MOP ............................................. 7
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................. 9
Thank you for
purchasing
the Shark®
Steam Lite
Steam Mop.

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Getting Started
FIRST THINGS FIRST, YOU NEED TO
KNOW WHAT’S IN THE BOX YOU
JUST OPENED:
a Upper Extension Tube
b Lower Extension Tube (Telescopic)
c Steam Mop Base
d 2 Microfibre Cleaning Pads
e Filling Flask
f Funnel
ASS EM B LY
1 Remove all the parts from the
package. Verify all the listed parts
are included.
2 Slide the upper extension tube (the
tube with the handle) into the lower
extension tube (the short tube). Push
the two extension tubes together in
until you hear it click into place.
(fig. 1)
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®
Steam Lite Steam Mop.
fig. 1
a
bc
d
e
f

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IMPORTANT: Never use the Steam
Lite Steam Mop without attaching
a microfibre cleaning pad to avoid
damage to your floor and mop.
IMPORTANT: 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.
3 Insert the assembled handle piece
into the steam mop base. Push the
tube base together until you hear a
click. (fig. 2)
4 For your comfort, you can adjust the
height of the mop. Just lift the latch
on the tube 90 degrees to the open
position. Holding the handle, extend
the tube to the desired height and
then close the latch to the locked
position. (fig. 3)
QUICK TIP: For easier pushing and
pulling, extend the handle length.
fig. 2
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ATTACHING THE MICROFIBRE PAD
1 Place the microfibre cleaning pad
on the floor with the quick fastener
strips facing up. Place the Steam Lite
Steam Mop on the top of the pad to
attach. (fig. 1)
IMPORTANT: Only add water to the
tank. Chemicals or cleaning solutions
may be unsafe or cause damage.
IMPORTANT: Please wait 3-5 minutes
for your Steam Lite Steam Mop
to cool off before removing the
microfibre pad.
Getting Started
FILLING THE WATER TANK
IMPORTANT: Unplug the Steam Lite
Steam Mop before filling the water
tank with water.
1 Remove the water tank cap by
turning it counter-clockwise to the
unlocked position. (fig. 2)
2 A filling flask and a funnel are
included with your Steam Lite Steam
Mop to make filling the water tank
easy. Fill the flask with water and use
the funnel to pour it into the tank.
Keep the water level under the MAX’
fill line.
3 Replace the water tank cap and turn
it clockwise to the locked position.
Your microfibre cleaning pads
should be replaced every 3
months to maximise cleaning
performance.
fig. 1
fig. 2
Calcium and mineral deposits
can build up and impact the
performance of your steam mop
over time. To extend the life of
your product we recommend that
you use distilled water.

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IMPORTANT: Your steam mop needs
water to make steam! Never use your
steam mop without water in the tank.
Sweep or vacuum your floors prior to
cleaning with your Steam Lite Steam
Mop.
Using Your Steam Mop
1 Pull and twist the quick release cord
holder to unwrap the power cord
completely. (fig. 1) Plug into an
electrical outlet. The “On” light will
turn blue. If the light does not turn on,
reference the troubleshooting section
on page 9. (fig. 2)
When you use your steam mop for the
first time or if you have not used the unit
in a while, it may take a minute or two
for the water to travel through the pump
and into the heater to create steam. Get
it started by pumping the handle a few
times. If you have waited a few minutes
and you still do not see any steam,
reference the troubleshooting section
on page 9.
fig. 1
fig. 2

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Using Your Steam Mop - cont.
2 Wait 30 seconds for the boiler to
heat the water. Pump the handle
a few times to prime the pump,
activate steam and moisten the
microfibre pad. (fig. 3)
3 Mop with a forward and backward
motion to customise steam output
automatically. (fig. 4)
IMPORTANT: Never leave the Steam
Lite Steam Mop with a damp/wet
microfibre pad on any floor surface
for any amount of time as this may
damage the floor.
If your Steam Lite Steam Mop
stops steaming, it could be
out of water. Unplug the
power cord from the electrical
outlet and refill the water tank
at anytime.
fig. 3
fig. 4

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4 To store the cooled Shark® Steam
Lite Steam Mop, hang on a large
hook. (fig. 2)
NOTE: If you want to store the Steam
Lite Steam Mop standing upright,
make sure it is leaning against a wall
for added support and safety. Always
store your Shark® Steam Lite Steam
Mop with the microfibre cleaning pad
removed. Store away from children
and high traffic areas.
Care of Your Steam Mop
AFTER USE AND STORAGE
1 When you have finished using the
Steam Lite Steam Mop, unplug the
cord from the outlet and place the
mop into the upright position and let
the unit cool 3-5 minutes. Release
steam by pumping the handle several
times.
2 Carefully separate microfibre
cleaning pad from steam mop,
avoiding contact with the hot pad or
dirt. (fig. 1)
3 Empty the water tank before storage.
Remove the water tank cap and
empty the tank over a sink. Replace
the water cap.
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Care of Your Steam Mop
fig. 3
fig. 4
40°
CARE OF YOUR MICROFIBRE
CLEANING PADS
1 We recommend washing your
microfibre cleaning pads separately
from other fabrics to avoid picking
up lint. Only use liquid detergent
(no powder detergent). Don’t use
any fabric softeners or bleach. Line
dry. Do not tumble dry. (fig. 3)
2 If there are loose threads on the
microfibre cleaning pad carefully cut
the thread with scissors. Don’t pull
on them or cut at the base.
(fig. 4)
IMPORTANT: The microfibre cleaning
pad may be very hot from the steam.
Use caution when removing. Let the
unit cool for 2-3 minutes.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
To order additional parts and
accessories, feel free to contact us at
JML, Unit 1 Eastside
Port of Tyne
South Shields
NE33 5SP
[e-mail]
Freephone 0800 781 7831

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
The Steam Lite
Steam Mop will not
turn-on.
Your steam-mop should be securely plugged into an
electrical outlet only.
Check your fuse or breaker.
The Steam Lite
Steam Mop will not
make steam.
Is there water in the water tank? If not, add water to your
steam mop following instructions on page 5.
The Steam Lite
Steam Mop leaves
water on the floor.
Is your microfibre cleaning pad too wet? Unplug your steam
mop and change the microfibre cleaning pad.
The Steam Lite
Steam Mop left
white spot on the
floor.
Do not leave your steam-mop on the floor with a damp or
wet cleaning pad.
Do you have hard water? If you do, you might want to
switch to distilled water.
Make sure the water is securely on the water tank.
Floors are cloudy,
streaky or spotty
after steaming.
The pad might be dirty, change the pad.
If you washed the pocket with powder detergent, then the
pad may have residual detergent left on it. Wash it again
with liquid detergent.
If you are cleaning in a kitchen area where there might be a
build-up of grease, use a de-greasing agent such as an all-
purpose cleaner or dish soap and paper towels to clean the
area first.
You might have left the mop in the same spot for too long.
Do you have hard water? If you do, you might want to
switch to distilled water.
This might be leftover from past cleaners used on the floor
surface. Use the steam mop a few more times and see if the
leftover cloudiness is removed.
The Steam Lite
Steam Mop is hard
to push.
Make sure the steam pad is attached correctly.
Check to see if the cleaning pad is excessively dirty.
Replace if the pad is too dirty or wet.

JML, Unit 1 Eastside
Port of Tyne
South Shields
NE33 5SP
[e-mail]
Freephone 0800 781 7831
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Registered address: JML House, NW5 3EG
Technical Details
Model number: S3251UKJC 11
Input: 1550 Watts
Main unit voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz
Printed in China
Illustrations may differ from actual product.
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