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HotShot ™ Household T ype Hand Steamer Owner’ s Guide 340-350 Series INDEX Important Safeguards .................. 2 Service Information ..................... 5 Use & Assemb ly ....................... 6-9 Maintaining .................................. 9 Problem Solving ........................ 12 Customer Order Form ............... 13 W arr[...]
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IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS STEAM CLEANER. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Do not use outdoors. • Do not leave steam cleaner when plugged in. Unplug the electrical cord wh[...]
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CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, quelques précautions élémentaires doivent être observées, incluant les suivantes: LISEZ T OUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS A V ANT D’UTILISER V O TRE NETTO YEUR À V APEUR. AVERTISSEMENT P our réduire le r isque de feu, de choc électrique ou de blessure: • Ne pas utiliser [...]
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropr iate outl[...]
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5 GENERAL INFORMA TION The steamer is designed as a complete change from old methods of traditional cleaning. This appliance is designed as a multi-purpose cleaner with a variety of applications. Service Information The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. For additional service information telephone our toll free n[...]
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1. Body 2. Handle 3. Steam Delivery Button 4. Ar ticulated Nozzle 5. Safety Cap 6. P ower On Light 7. Electrical Cord 8. Rubber Gaske t A CCESSORIES (on some models) 9. Measuring Cup 10. Funnel 11. Straight Nozzle 12. F abr ic T ool 13. Cloth for F abric T ool 14. Window Cleaner 15. Fle xible Extension Hose 16. Scrub Brush 17. Angled Nozzle Main Fe[...]
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W ARNING: After every use, press steam delivery b utton until all pressure has been released before removing safety cap. 1. Unscrew the safety cap. (After first use, turn the appliance ov er in order to completely empty the boiler.) 2. Fill the measuring cup with water to the marked water line, once. Use the funnel to pour the water into the boiler[...]
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8 HO W T O ASSEMBLE AND USE (continued) Hexagonal end of nozzle Angled Nozzle Scrub Brush The Hot Shot’ s ar ticulating nozzle allo ws the steam to be directed as desired. T o use the articulating nozzle, align the single marks on the attachment and appliance, push the attachment onto the articulating nozzle until it covers the round gasket (See [...]
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How to start the Hot Shot 7. Plug the appliance into an electrical outlet. W ARNING: Never turn the hand held steamer over when using steamer , or direct steam at any per son, animal, plant and equipment with electrical components. As soon as the Hot Shot emits steam, begin using it, passing slowly over the surfaces to be cleaned. This is the ideal[...]
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10 Suggested Uses for Attac hments (may v ar y by model) Fabric T ool Scrub Brush Window Cleaner Straight Nozzle Angled Nozzle Flexible Hose Stovetops, countertops, sealed grout, inside trash receptacles. Steaming clothes, upholstery , window cov e rings. Windows, mirrors, glass doors. Do not use on cold windows or glass. It may break. Edging, wind[...]
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PR OBLEM SOL VING NOTE: Unplug the electrical cord before servicing. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Appliance won’t start Electric plug No water in tank No water in tank Push plug securely into outlet. V e rify power on light is on. T r y another outlet. Check circuit break er . Check the tank f or water . Check the tank f or water . General questions ?[...]
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THE EUREKA LIMITED W ARRANTY W hat This W arranty Covers Y our Eureka c leaner is warranted to be free from all defects in material and workmanship in normal household use for a period o f one year . The warranty is granted only to the original purchaser and members of his or her immediate household. The warranty is subject to the following provisi[...]
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©2003 White Consolidated, Ltd. P a r t No . 72894 (3/03) Pr inted in U .S.A. F urther Limitations and Exclusions Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner , including any warranty of Merchantabil ity or any warranty for Fitness For A Particular Purpose is limited to the duration of this w arranty . Som[...]