Conair GS11RRC Instruction Manual - Important Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, especially
when children are present, basic safety precau-
tions should always be taken, including the fol-
lowing:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
DANGER—
Any appliance is electri-
cally 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 recommended 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 surfaces.
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, reverse 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 administered.
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 closely 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 properly
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 reservoir.
Pour water into water container only.
21. When changing attachments, please be sure
the unit is off and no steam is being re
leased, to avoid contact with hot water.
22. Use caution when changing attachments 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 surface.
Carefully remove the appliance from the pack-
ing 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 clockwise to se-
curely 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 connec-
tions at ends of hose are correct before operat-
ing appliance.)
Extend the telescopic rod and hang the “T” han-
dle 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 re-
laxed.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FILLING THE WATER
CONTAINER
Turn the water container upside down and in-
spect to make sure the valve and spring assem-
bly are functioning. Place the container in the
reservoir and check that it is seated securely. If
the container has been stored with water inside,
it may be necessary 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 container by holding
container under a source of running cold water
until the container is filled to the desired level.
Do not overfill. Screw the valve cap onto the wa-
ter container and return the container to the up-
right 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
This steamer comes with the
following accessories:
USING COLLAPSIBLE HANGER
This unit comes with a collapsing hanger. To use
the hanger pull up on the sides of the attach-
ment 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 position.
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
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STEAMER
Creaser
great for maintaining or
creating creases.
Lint Brush
snap onto the T-nozzle and use
before steaming to remove lint
from fabric.
Up
hols
tery Comb
snap onto the T-nozzle,
great for loosening stiff
fibres and dents left in
carpets from furniture.