Shark Iron GI477 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL  
Model GI477/GI477R  
120V., 60 Hz., 1500 Watts  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC  
U.S.: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16  
Plattsburgh, NY 12901  
Cana: 4400, Bois-Franc  
St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7  
Tel. : 1 (800) 798-7398  
 
TROUBLESHOOTING  
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ELECTRONIC IRON  
The odor is safe and should not reoccur  
after initial heating.  
Before using your Retractor ™  
Retractable Cord Iron, remove any  
labels, stickers or tags that may be  
attached to the body or soleplate of the  
iron.  
When turned on for the first time, your  
new iron may emit an odor for up to 10  
minutes. This is due to the initial  
heating of the materials used in making  
the iron.  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS  
• Iron should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical  
outlet only.  
Make sure that the plug is securely in the socket.  
• Temperature setting too low.  
Select a higher fabric setting.  
Also, before ironing with steam for the  
first time, allow iron to heat, hold in a  
horizontal position and hit the burst of  
steam button several times. The iron  
may emit some small particles from the  
steam holes. This is normal and will  
clear after pressing the burst of steam  
button several times.  
Iron does not heat  
• This is normal.  
Some odor or small  
particles come out of  
steam vents of new  
iron  
Follow instructions for first use and allow iron to steam  
through 2-3 fillings & press the steam burst button  
occasionally to eliminate small white particles.  
Display Panel  
• Water tank may be empty or water level is very low.  
Add water.  
Iron does not steam  
• Make sure that the fabric/temperature setting and  
the variable steam control are correctly set. For  
maximum steam, (setting ‘Max’ on steam control),  
temperature setting should be set on ‘•••’.  
• Variable steam control dial is set on “0”.  
Always allow the iron to reach the selected  
temperature with the variable steam control setting  
at ‘0’. Make sure the temperature setting is set in  
the correct steam area, e.g. ‘•’, and the steam control is  
not on ‘0’. For more steam, set the fabric setting to a  
higher setting, e.g. ‘•••’, and the steam control to ‘Max’.  
• If temperature setting and steam control setting are  
correct and there is no steam, gently tap the  
soleplate on the ironing board a few times. Move  
the variable steam control from ‘0’ to ‘Max’ a few  
times.  
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9. Stainless Steel Soleplate  
10. Cord Rewind Button  
11. Handle  
12. Auto-Shut-Off  
13. Power On Light  
14. Fabric Settings  
15. Temperature & Steam  
Indicators  
1. Electronic Temperature Control  
2. Atomizer Spray Button  
3. Burst of Steam  
4. Variable Steam Control  
5. Water Inlet Cover  
6. Spray Nozzle  
7. Water Level Window  
8. Display Panel  
• Iron may not be hot enough. Set temperature to the  
‘Max’ position. Always allow iron sufficient time to  
heat up before activating the variable steam control.  
• Overuse of steam burst. Allow more time between  
each burst.  
• Iron may have been overfilled. Turn iron off,empty  
water and follow instructions for filling.  
• Steam performance may be low if iron requires  
seasoning. To season, use regular tap water for 1or 2  
tanks until steam performance improves.  
Water droplets coming  
from steam vents  
16. Water Flask  
Technical Specifications  
Voltage:  
Power:  
120V, 60 Hz  
1500 Watts  
*Illustrations may differ from actual product  
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FEATURES OF SHARK RETRACTORTM IRON  
IRONING CHART  
LED Display Panel  
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NOTE: Always refer to the garment care tag for ironing instructions. Before starting to  
iron delicate fabrics, it is best to first test the temperature of the iron on a hem or an  
inside seam.  
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DIRECTIONS  
ON LABEL  
SYNTHETIC  
FIBERS, e.g.  
1. Burst of Steam Button  
Burst of steam provides extra,  
sudden bursts of steam which aid in  
removing stubborn wrinkles from  
fabrics such as denim, cotton or  
linen.  
SILK  
COTTON  
LINEN  
acrylic, nylon  
polyester  
FABRIC  
WOOL  
7. Led Display Panel  
Displays the fabric setting  
(left) and the temperature  
indicators (right).  
2. Atomizer Spray Button  
Pressing this button provides a  
defined jet of spray which gently  
moistens fabric.  
LED  
DISPLAY  
PANEL  
MIN  
MAX  
• • • • •  
3. Variable Steam Control  
Minimum to maximum steaming  
for different materials. Self  
cleaning feature flushes internal  
sole plate with water.  
MAXIMUM  
STEAM  
STEAM  
CONTROL  
0
0
8. Water Filling Inlet  
The cover prevents dust and  
foreign matter from entering  
the water tank. It also stops  
any water from spilling during  
ironing.  
4. Anti-Drip Function  
Cuts off water when the  
iron temperature is too  
low.  
BURST OF  
STEAM  
5. Built-In Anti-Calcium Filter  
Prevents calcium build-up  
and prolongs the life of the  
iron.  
6. Stainless Steel Soleplate  
Provides maximum glide-  
ability and heat retention.  
SPRAY  
9.  
Cord  
The power cord is easily  
stored inside the iron using  
the cord rewind button.  
CAUTION: Always hold the plug  
when rewinding the power cord.  
Do not allow plug to whip when  
rewinding.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Emptying the Iron  
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE  
Note: Because of the soleplate design,  
ordinary tap water may be used with this  
iron. However, in very hard water areas,  
we recommend using distilled or  
demineralized water.  
1. Always empty iron after each use.  
2. When finished using the iron, turn the  
variable steam control to “0” and press  
the electronic temperature control button  
until the power light is lit.  
ONLY and may be plugged into any  
120V AC polarized electrical outlet. Do  
not use any other type of outlet.  
Fabric & Temperature Indicators  
Press on the Electronic Temperature  
Control to select the desired fabric  
setting. The red lights at the left of the  
LED Display Panel will light up.  
At the same time, the temperature  
indicator lights on the right side of the  
LED Display Panel will start to flash.  
They will stop flashing when the iron  
reaches the selected temperature.  
WARNING: Never fill the iron with  
fabric conditioner, starches or any  
other liquid, as these will damage the  
steam mechanism. Do not use  
contaminated water.  
3. Unplug the iron from the electrical outlet.  
4. Turn the iron upside down over the  
sink with the tip pointing downward  
and allow the water to flow from the  
opening.  
5. Place iron upright and allow to cool  
before storing.  
Fig. 7  
Storage  
1. Always turn the variable steam control  
to “0” after you have emptied the water  
tank.  
2. Allow the iron to cool down.  
3. Always store the iron in the upright  
position to protect the soleplate.  
4. From time to time, clean the exterior  
of the iron with a damp cloth and wipe  
dry.  
5. If you use spray starch, wipe the  
soleplate occasionally with a soft  
damp cloth to prevent the build-up of  
deposits.  
6. If the iron has not been used for a few  
weeks, hold the iron horizontally and  
allow to steam for 2 minutes before  
ironing.  
7. The iron is equipped with a retractable  
cord. Press the cord rewind button to  
engage cord storage. (Fig. 8) If the  
cord does not fully retract, pull it out  
again and then press on cord rewind  
button.  
CAUTION: Always hold the plug when  
rewinding the power cord. Do not allow  
plug to whip when rewinding.  
1. Open the water filling inlet cover.  
Holding the iron at a slight angle,  
pour water slowly into the water  
filling inlet. (Fig. 1) Fill tank to  
CAUTION: Use caution when  
emptying the iron. Burns may occur  
from touching hot metal surfaces,  
hot water or steam.  
desired level or to the “MAX” water  
level marking using the water filling  
flask. (When the iron is upright, the  
see-through water tank allows you to  
gauge the amount of water.) DO  
NOT overfill the tank. When finished  
filling the iron with water, close the  
water inlet cover before continuing.  
Dry Ironing  
For dry ironing, slide the variable steam  
control all the way to the left to “0”. This  
will cut off the steam flow if water is in  
the water tank. All marked fabric  
settings on the LED Display Panel can  
be used for dry ironing.  
Self Cleaning  
It is important to “Self Clean” the iron at  
least every two weeks to remove scale,  
calcium, etc. The harder the water, the  
more often the iron should be self  
cleaned.  
1. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V  
AC electrical outlet. The power “ON”  
light will come on, indicating that the  
iron is receiving power.  
2. Press on the electronic temperature  
control button to select the desired  
fabric/temperature setting. Turn the  
variable steam control to “0”.  
(See “Ironing Guide” for a guide to  
temperature selection.)  
3. Place iron on its heel (on a stable,  
protected surface) while iron is  
warming to desired temperature.  
1. Set the variable steam control to  
any steam position.  
2. Fill the water tank up to the “MAX”  
level.  
3. Stand the iron on its heel. Plug the  
iron into the electrical outlet.  
4. Press the electronic temperature  
control button until you get the  
“MAX” temperature setting on the  
display panel and wait until the iron  
heats up and temperature setting  
light stops flashing. (Fig. 7)  
5. Turn the variable steam control all  
the way to the right to the self-  
cleaning position and hold the iron  
horizontally over the sink. (Fig. 7)  
6. Boiling water and steam will now be  
ejected from the holes in the  
soleplate. The impurities and scale  
are washed away with it.  
7. Move the iron back and forth as this  
happens.  
8. If there is any water left in the water  
tank after the iron stops steaming,  
just empty the remaining water in a  
sink following the instructions for  
emptying the iron.  
Fig. 1  
2. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V  
AC electrical outlet.  
3. Press on the electronic temperature  
control button to select the desired  
fabric and temperature setting. Turn  
the variable steam control dial to  
the desired steam setting. (See  
“Ironing Guide” for a guide to  
temperature selection.)  
Steam Ironing  
Cord Rewind  
Button  
CAUTION DO NOT aim iron at face,  
towards yourself, or anyone else  
while using or adjusting steam.  
Burns or serious injury may occur.  
WARNING Before filling the iron  
with water, be sure the iron is not  
plugged into the electrical outlet. The  
iron may be filled with water while it  
is hot.  
Fig. 8  
Note: The anti-drip function reduces  
water dripping and water stains. It does  
not prevent water dripping and water  
stains if you press the steam burst button  
too often or if the temperature is too low.  
The amount of water droplets will  
CAUTION TO PREVENT THE RISK  
OF BURNS, use caution when filling  
iron with water. Burns can occur  
from touching hot metal parts, hot  
water, or steam.  
9. Turn the variable steam control to  
the “0” position when the water tank  
is empty.  
10.Place the iron back upright on its  
heel to cool down before storing.  
eventually decrease after the iron is used  
for 2 to 3 tankfuls of steaming and ironing.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
4. Place the iron on its heel on a stable,  
Selecting Iron Temperatures  
Ironing Hints  
protected surface and allow the iron  
to heat for approximately two (2)  
minutes or until the temperature  
settings on the right side of the LED  
display panel have stopped flashing.  
5. Turn the variable steam control dial  
to the right to increase the amount of  
steam. When using extra steam, the  
iron uses more water and it may be  
necessary to fill the water tank more  
often. (Fig. 2)  
Always read garment labels and follow  
the manufacturer’s ironing instructions.  
Refer to the “Ironing Chart” for  
WARNING: To prevent fire, do not  
leave iron unattended while  
connected.  
Slide  
temperature recommendations:  
• Sort articles to be ironed according  
to the type of fabric. This will reduce  
the need to adjust the temperature  
for different types of garments.  
• If you are not sure of the fiber content  
of a garment, test fabric by ironing a  
small area such as a seam or inside  
hem section before ironing a visible  
area. Start with a low temperature  
setting and gradually increase to find  
the best setting.  
• When reducing the temperature to  
iron sensitive fabrics, allow  
approximately 2 minutes for the iron  
to cool to the new temperature  
setting.  
Use low settings for nylon and other  
synthetics.  
•• Use moderate settings for wool,  
silks, and blends.  
••• Use high settings for cottons and  
linens.  
1. Stand the iron upright on its heel.  
2. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V  
AC electrical outlet.  
3. Press the electronic temperature  
control until you get the desired  
fabric/temperature setting.  
4. The light on the right side of the LED  
display panel will stop flashing when  
the desired temperature has been  
reached. (Fig. 5)  
Fig. 3  
5. Slide the variable steam control  
up to increase the amount of  
steam. (Fig. 3) When using extra  
steam, the iron uses more water  
and it may be necessary to fill  
the tank more often. See page 4  
for refilling the iron with water.  
6. Steam is produced as soon as  
the iron is held in the horizontal  
position. Steam will stop coming  
out when the iron is put on its  
heel in a vertical position or by  
setting the variable steam control  
to “0”.  
• Fabrics such as velour, wool, linen  
and silk are best ironed with an  
ironing cloth to prevent shine marks.  
Fig. 2  
Burst of Steam Button  
Auto Shut-Off  
CAUTION: DO NOT aim iron at  
face, towards yourself, or anyone  
else while using or adjusting steam.  
Burns or serious injury may occur.  
The Retractor™ retractable cord iron is  
equipped with an auto shut-off. The auto  
shut-off switches the iron off if it has been  
left standing unmoved in any position  
(sideways, flat or upright) for  
approximately 7 minutes. A red light on  
the LED display panel will flash when the  
iron switches itself off. (Fig. 6) To switch  
the iron back on, just shake the iron side-  
to-side several times, the iron will turn  
back on at the lowest temperature setting,  
regardless of the initial temperature  
setting. Reset to the desired temperature  
before continuing.  
Atomizer Spray Nozzle  
The burst of steam position is useful  
when ironing denim, cotton and linens. It  
provides quick bursts of steam which  
aid in removing stubborn wrinkles.  
The atomizer spray nozzle is useful on  
fabrics with stubborn wrinkles. Press the  
spray button and a jet of water will spray  
onto the fabric being ironed. (Fig. 4) The  
water spray can be used with dry or  
steam ironing as desired.  
Temp.  
settings  
The burst of steam feature can be used  
with Dry or Steam ironing as desired.  
1. Make sure the water tank is at least  
1/2 filled with water.  
2. Select the desired fabric and  
temperature setting. Place the iron  
on its heel (on a stable, protected  
surface) and allow it to heat for  
approximately 2 minutes.  
Fig. 5  
3. Position variable steam control to the  
burst of steam position. (Fig. 3)  
4. With the iron in a horizontal position,  
press the steam button several times  
to prime the pump.  
Fig. 4  
Flash  
Fig. 6  
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