Kenmore Euro-Pro Ultra Steam Shark II Hard Surface Cleaner EP908 Vacuum\015 I used the steamer about a week ago with no problem. Now, when I try to use it again, nothing happens when I plug it in. No lights come on and the unit doesn’t heat up. Any idea what’s wrong?\015
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Check to see if there is water in the water tank. If there isn`t, unscrew the water tank cap and use the filling flask to pour distilled water into the tank until it reaches the fill line. Replace the water tank cap and tighten. Power the device on, wait about 30 seconds for the water to heat up, and then try again.
Heating Element. A common cause to your cleaner not producing steam can be a failed heating element. As the heater is used to heat up the water, if that has ruptured or burnt out your steam cleaner will not produce any steam. With the water tank filled and switched on the steamer should sound like a boiling kettle.
There is condensation in the stand steamer`s hose
To solve this, lift your stand steamer`s head to straighten the hose vertically and hold your steamer in an upright position: This will allow any condensation and steam to flow again. After this, your stand steamer should steam again.
Fill the Tank With Vinegar: Fill the water tank with distilled white vinegar or cleaning vinegar. Allow the vinegar to sit in the tank for at least 30 minutes (up to two hours is best) to help break apart the limescale and mineral deposits. Expel the Vinegar: Turn on the steamer and choose the highest heat setting.
To prolong the life of your steam mop, we recommend using distilled water in the tank. Make sure you only add water to the tank – chemicals or cleaning solutions (including vinegar) may damage the steam mop and could be unsafe.
The spray tip may be clogged. Use a paperclip and insert it into the spray tip to remove a clog. Now plug back in, making sure you are using a working outlet. You will know, as the Ready light will begin to blink when plugged in.
Steaming tips
Bring the water to a rolling boil (bubbles all over), and add food (fish, vegetables, meat) to the steamer in a single layer. The steamer should be about 2.5cm above the boiling water, and the steamer should be covered with a tight-fitting lid to retain the heat.
Add some baking soda to your carpet steam cleaner
Usually the steam from the carpet steam cleaner is going to be enough to deal with those strong stains and bacteria. However, if you still experience a slight odor from your carpet, adding a spoon of baking soda to your carpet cleaning machine may do the magic.
We have had some customers who have had their steam cleaners for 5-8 years and are still going strong. For less expensive models like the steam mops or handhelds, you should probably expect more like 3-6 years of consistent use.
Pull the wound-up power cord out of the mop and plug it into a 120-volt outlet. The on/standby button will start flashing blue. The mop only takes about 30 seconds to fully heat up.
Only Use Water in the Reservoir
With the exception of a few models that have dual functions, steam mops are typically designed to be used with water and nothing else. The steam alone does a great job of cleaning the floor. Always read the manual on your mop model thoroughly for complete use guidelines.
Yes. I only use water in the steam tank. The mop does come with a separate handle that attaches to the mop head so you can use the same head without any steam.
A typical large or medium steamer consists of a water tank, heating element and long metal rod, as well as a rubber hose with a brush attached to remove hair and lint. The water is added to the tank and heated until it boils and becomes vapor.
Do Steam Cleaners Use Soap or Chemicals? These appliances use only clean, cold, tap water. No chemical or detergents can, or should, be used in these systems.
Vinegar is a natural disinfectant that works well as a mopping solution without leaving any chemical residue on your floors. Although some people don`t like the scent, this odor is evident only as you mop and clean—it will fade away rapidly as the solution dries. The results left behind are a gorgeous, clean floor.
Soap only lifts dirt and oil into water, making them suspend in water. Therefore, the more soap you use, the more your mop gets saturated with dirt. So, if you do not remove all the soapy water from the floor, the dirt remains, forming streaks on the floor.
Mix 5 parts water to 1 part hydrogen peroxide 3%. Add 1-3 tablespoons (depending on the size of the reservoir) of natural liquid soap. Mix well using a utensil. Pour the mixture into your steam mop`s reservoir.
Boiling veggies leads to a lot of nutrient loss, and the longer the veggie boils, the more nutrients will escape into the water. Steaming veggies on the other hand is a brief process, and it is the method that leads to the least loss of nutrients in most veggies.
Steam has more energy than boiling water.
Simply turn on the heat (medium to high) to bring the water to a simmer, and your food will steam!
Overfilling the water tank can prevent your steamer from working properly. When steaming in a low position you should periodically raise and straighten out your hose. Not doing so can cause condensation accumulation and will create a gurgling noise.
What can`t I steam clean? Steam can warp unsealed floors, melt plastic, and cause laminate floors to swell. Don`t steam clean these surfaces. Other surfaces on the do-not-clean list: cold windows, unglazed tile, those covered in water-based paint, and delicate surfaces.
All steam cleaners work best with distilled water. “I don`t think people realize that you can cause the steamer to stop working if you use the incorrect water,” says Kellsie Zapata, the owner of Zapata`s Cleaning Services. “The minerals in tap water will corrode the inside of your machine.”
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I broke the handle part of the shark steamer #53101. I don’t have the book to try to tell you the parts I need. Can you send me a picture or a copy of the steamer. It is purple. The above number may not be the correct one. It is broken in the center part. It has a little small circular piece that joins the two pieces which are broken. The beginning of the handle at the bottom of the steamer and the next session which has the steam release. The top of the handle is okay . It the middle and bottom
ANSWER : Hi,
Ann there are very few parts for these…
Ann there are very few parts for these…
Here is a tip that I wrote about the Euro-Pro Shark Steam Mop and why it maynot be getting steam to the head…
Euro-Pro Shark Steam Mop Problem
Here also is a link to get any of the Shark Manuals that you need.
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Shark Steamer model S3325 will not power on; switch appears to be working but will not indicate on and will not heat tank. I can hear it try to start the heating element (secondary clicks) however, does not seem to work.
ANSWER : There’s a thermal fuse inside. If it gets too hot, the fuse will blow and the thing won’t turn on..
.It has a 216 C temp limit. You can find thermal fuses at radio shack for less than 5$. If you’re adventurous enough, you can find the fuse in line of a white wire under a fiberglass outer and heat shrink inner shielding screwed against the bottom of the tank.
.It has a 216 C temp limit. You can find thermal fuses at radio shack for less than 5$. If you’re adventurous enough, you can find the fuse in line of a white wire under a fiberglass outer and heat shrink inner shielding screwed against the bottom of the tank.
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A couple of months old. this steamer no longer heats. The switch lights up, there is power, but no heat
ANSWER : Must have to check the resistance of the coil, if open resistance, the coil is damaged. I think you are in warranty period and must check with the dealer for a replacement.
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.Before you open the set call up as sometimes the warranty lapses if the seal is broken.
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.Before you open the set call up as sometimes the warranty lapses if the seal is broken.
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After approximately 5 uses my Eureka 313A steamer will not heat. It has a green light so I know it is getting power. But it will not heat at all. Also, what is the warranty period?
ANSWER : The warranty is one year on this unit. It does sound like there is a problem with the power going to the heater on this unit, or the heater itself. If it is still under warranty, take it to the closest eureka dealer.
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My shark steamer is not heating or steaming
ANSWER : I posted this video explaining how to clean the heater core.
http://youtu.be/S4NglGXVv50
Tons of water on the floor might mean that an internal hose or hose clamp has failed. Once you have it apart you can assess and replace the hoses by taking the bad hose to the auto parts store and asking for an appropriate sized replacement.
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Scunci steamer will not heat up
ANSWER : Take the bottom off (Just break it after you get the two normal screws out), find the white wire from the element, bridge the offending fuse located under the special insulation, with a piece of wire, if you cant replace it, re assemble, and steam away. If the lack of that fuse worries you, don’t do this, just pitch it.
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I have the euro steam blaster s3325 when I turn it on, the steam ready **** comes on right away not heating can the heating element be replaced? thanks
ANSWER : There is a device attach to the heating element called a thermo fuse, this devise brakes down when it get to hot.
open the machine and replace it with the same value. it is written on it..
open the machine and replace it with the same value. it is written on it..
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Shark handheld steamer heats up but does not spray
ANSWER : Try rinsing it out with CLR, it gets rid of calcium, lime and rust deposits i heard its very good.
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