www.SharkVacThenSteam.com VAC-THEN-STEAM™ MV2010 OWNER’S GUIDE MV2010_11_IB_ENG_110103.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For Household Use Only WHEN USING YOUR SHARK® VACTHEN-STEAM™, 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 VAC-THEN-STEAM™. DANGER OF SCALDING. Please use caution when using the steam function. The steam emitted from the appliance is very hot. 1. Use the system only for its intended use. 2. DO NOT use outdoors. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
19. Carefully remove the micro-fiber pad immediately after you have unplugged and allowed the appliance to cool. 20. When cleaning the appliance, 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. 21. Extreme caution should be exercised when using this appliance to clean stairs. 22. Never use Steam function without microfiber pad attached. 23. Keep your work area well lit. 24.
Steam Technology Thank you for purchasing the Shark® Vac-Then-Steam™, the complete bare floor cleaning system. The unique steam technology, turns simple tap water into super-heated steam that infuse the micro-fiber pads for chemical free cleaning. Only this method creates and delivers 212°F steam that is effective enough to clean and sanitize all your hard floor surfaces. The Shark® Vac-Then-Steam™ can help you achieve a truly clean and healthy environment for you and your family.
English Contents Getting Started: Assembly.................................................2 Getting Started: Mode Controls.......................................4 Vacuum Mode..........................................................................5 Steam Mode.............................................................................8 Maintaining Your Vac-Then-Steam™...............................12 Troubleshooting Guide........................................................
Getting Started: Assembly h When assembling your Vac-Then-Steam™ there may be a little water in or around the water tank. This is because we quality test all our Shark products before distributing them, so you get a quality Shark® Vac-Then-Steam™.
English 1 1 2 3 2 ASSEMBLY Slide the Telescopic Handle into the cleaning unit until it locks into place. Once in position, you never have to remove the handle. For your comfort, you can adjust the height of the handle. To do so pull the latch down on the handle tube 90 degrees to the open position. Holding the handle, extend the tube to the height that is right for you and then close latch to lock into position. 3 Wrap cord around cord holders and secure plug to cord.
Getting Started: Vacuum and Steam Panel STEAM MODE: The Vac-Then-Steam™ has two operating modes: 1 VACUUM MODE: 1 2 DO NOT USE STEAM PAD AND FRAME IN VACUUM MODE 2 3 3 1 2 OPERATING IN VACUUM MODE: Remove steam pad and frame, if attached. See page 8 for instructions. Vacuum will not activate if steam frame is attached. 1 2 SLIDE THE TOGGLE SWITCH UP to expose the vacuum power button. 3 Press the VACUUM POWER BUTTON to the ON “I” position to activate the vacuum.
English Vacuum Mode After inserting the telescopic handle, your cleaning system is vacuum-ready. Begin vacuuming your hard-surface floors by tilting the cleaning unit back and pressing the vacuum power button. 3 1 2 1 2 USING VACUUM MODE Pull and twist the quick release cord holder to unwrap the power cord completely. Plug in the unit. 3 Place your foot lightly on the top of the cleaning unit base. Tilt the cleaning unit back. Vacuum your floors.
Vacuum Mode 2 3 1 STORAGE 1 Place your foot lightly on the top of the base. Tilt cleaning unit into the upright position. 2 Turn OFF “O” the vacuum power button and unplug the unit. 3 Wrap cord around cord holders and secure plug. Store cleaning unit in an upright position. 6 IMPORTANT: Always carry the Vac-ThenSteam™ by the cleaning unit collar; rather than by the handle. TOLL FREE: 1-800-798-7398 MV2010_11_IB_ENG_110103.
English EMPTYING THE DUST CUP 1 2 3 EMPTYING THE CONE FILTER 3 1 2 4 EMPTYING THE DUST CUP 1 Press the dust cup latch at the bottom of the canister upward. Pull the dust cup assembly out and down. 2 Twist dust cup cover counterclockwise to open. 3 Tap canister gently over trash receptacle to empty. EMPTYING THE CONE FILTER Over time the debris may gather in the cone filter of your Vac-ThenSteam™. Clean the filter often for optimal suction performance.
Steam Mode 1 3 MAGNETIC CONNECTIONS ASSEMBLY 1 Attach a steam pad onto the bottom of the steam frame, matching the hook and loop fasteners. 2 Place the steam frame/pad assembly on the floor with the magnetic connections facing up. 8 2 3 Place the cleaning unit onto the Steam Frame. THE UNIT MUST BE UPRIGHT. IMPORTANT: Steam frame and pad must be attached to the cleaning unit in order to use the steam function. TOLL FREE: 1-800-798-7398 MV2010_11_IB_ENG_110103.
English Do not use chemicals or detergents in your Vac-Then-Steam™. You only need water to achieve super-heated, sanitizing steam. 1 2 FILLING THE WATER TANK 1 Keep the cleaning unit in the upright position to add water. Turn the water tank cap counter-clockwise and remove from the tank. NOTE: If you live in a hard water area, we recommend using distilled water in your Vac-Then-Steam™. 2 Use the filling flask and pour water into the tank. Do not overfill.
Steam Mode 1 3 2 STEAM CLEANING 1 Plug in the cleaning unit. Slide the toggle switch to expose the steam power button. 2 Press the steam power button to the ON “I” position. The illuminated red light indicates that the “boiler” is on. Wait 30 seconds for the water to heat up and for steam to be ready. 10 3 Place your foot lightly on the top of the base. TILT HANDLE BACK TO ACTIVATE STEAM PUMP. 4 Push handle upright to stop steam.
English 3 1 2 1 STORAGE 1 Unplug and turn the unit OFF “O”. Press your foot on the steam frame. Separate steam pad from steam frame. 2 Remove the water tank cap and empty water tank. 3 Wrap cord securely around cord management hooks. CAUTION: Use caution when handling the steam frame. Magnetic connections on the frame retain heat. 2 CARE OF YOUR MICRO-FIBER CLEANING PAD 1 Wash pads in warm water. Wash separately from other laundry. Only use liquid detergent (no powder detergent).
Maintaining Your Vac-Then-Steam™ 1 Thin Filter Thick Filter Replacement filter sets have been provided with your product. Use one of the replacement filter sets when another set is drying. 2 3 24 CARE OF YOUR DUST CUP FILTERS 1 Unplug and turn OFF “O” the vacuum. Pull out the dust cup. See page 7 for instructions. Lift the filter frame out from the top of the dust cup. Remove the two filter layers from the filter frame.
English 3 1 A replacement post-motor filter has been provided with your product. Use the replacement filter while the other is drying. 2 POST-MOTOR FILTER 1 Twist the Shark® logo knob on the post-motor cover counter-clockwise to release cover. 2 Use both hands to grip cover on both sides and pull cover toward you. Gently peel the filter off the inside of the cover. Thoroughly rinse the filter in lukewarm water. Squeeze out any excess water. Air dry for 24 hours before reusing.
Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS Your Vac-Then-Steam™ should be securely plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only. The Vac-Then-Steam™ will not turn on. The Vac-Then-Steam™ will not make steam. Check your fuse or breaker. Switch Steam or Vacuum Power button to the ON “I” position. Make sure the water tank is filled to the indicated fill line. Attach Steam Pad and Frame to base of the unit. Switch Steam Power button to the ON “I” position.
English ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions. If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid.
Euro-Pro Operating LLC US: Newton, MA 02459 CAN: Ville St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7 1-800-798-7398 www.SharkVacThenSteam.com Copyright © 2011 Euro-Pro Operating LLC Printed in China Illustrations may differ from actual product. MV2010.E.110103 MV2010_11_IB_ENG_110103.
