Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL. Mark J. Bissell Chairman, President & CEO 22 1-800-263-2535 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your STEAM SHOT WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ¦ Do not direct steam at people, animals, or at electrical outlets ¦ Do not expose to rain ¦ Store indoors ¦ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting ¦ Do not leave steam cleaner unattended ¦ Do not leave the steam cleaner connected to an electrical outlet when not in use ¦ Do not attempt to use without water in the tank ¦ Do not use with damaged cord or plug ¦ Do not use steam cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water ¦ Do not handle steam cleaner with wet hands ¦ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or edges, or expose cord to heated surfaces ¦ Do not unplug by pulling on cord ¦ Do not put any object into appliance openings, use with blocked opening, or restrict air flow ¦ Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapor given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors ¦ Do not allow to be used as a toy ¦ Do not use on leather, wax polished furniture or floors, synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate, steam-sensitive materials ¦ Do not immerse ¦ Not for space heating purposes ¦ Do not service Steam Cleaner while it is plugged in ¦ Avoid contact with hot surfaces ¦ Release pressure before removing safety cap ¦ Let cool for 5 minutes before refilling ¦ Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s Guide ¦ Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments use of attachments not provided or sold by BISSELL may cause fire, electric shock or injury ¦ Fill with cool water only — do not add anything except cool water or you will cause damage to the heating element and void your warranty ¦ Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord ¦ Pay close attention when working around children GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded wiring system. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a safe path of least resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of electrical shock. The cord for this appliance has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. It must only be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Grounded Outlets Grounding Pin WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you aren't sure if the outlet is properly grounded. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is designed for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug in the drawing above. Make certain that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No plug adapter should be used with this appliance. This model is for household use only. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 1-800-263-2535 Extension Hose Steam Trigger Safety Cap Accessory Nozzle Product view Power Cord Indicator Light Nozzle Extension Hose Steam Trigger Safety Cap Accessory Nozzle Product view Power Cord Indicator Light Nozzle CAUTION: Do not add anything except cool water or you will cause damage to the heating element and void your warranty. CAUTION: To reduce risk of injury from steam, never point product at people, animals, or electrical outlets. 4 1-800-263-2535 3. 4. Operation Filling with water 1. 2. 3. Push down on the safety cap while turning counter clockwise. Fill measuring cup to the max fill line. Slowly pour water into steamer. 4. Replace the safety cap by pushing down while turning clockwise. NOTE: You may substitute distilled or demineralized water for tap water. If your tap water contains a high level of mineral content (hard water) the use of distilled or demineralized water is recommended. Do not add anything except cool water or you will cause damage to the heating element and void your warranty. 1. CAUTION: Always unplug your Steam Shot before filling/refilling. Press trigger until Steamer depressurizes. Wait 5 minutes before removing cap. 2. Power cord Unwrap power cord before operating unit. Indicator light The red indicator light will go on when the unit is first plugged in. When the steamer is ready to use, the light will turn off. Steam trigger Push to release steam. Remove protective packaging from nozzle and extension hose prior to use. CAUTION: Before disconnecting a tool from the steam cleaner, make certain that steam is ...