Conair GS59/GS59X Garment Steamer User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

DANGER – Any appliance is electrically live even when the switch is off.

To reduce the risk of death by electric shock:

• Always unplug appliance immediately after use and before cleaning.
• Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
• Do not place in, or drop into water or other liquids.
• Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
• Use only in a dry area.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire, or injury to persons:

• This appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
• This appliance is not a toy and is not to be used by children.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used near children or individuals with certain disabilities. Unsupervised use could result in fire or personal injury.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Rest the appliance on a stable surface when placing on its base.
• Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Do not attempt to repair the appliance. Incorrect reassembly or repair could cause a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when the appliance is used. Return the appliance to an authorized service center for examination and repair.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. Do not allow cord to contact heated surfaces. Do not pull or twist cord. Let appliance cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around appliance when storing.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15 ampere-rated cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
• Surfaces of this appliance are hot when in use. Do not let heated surfaces touch eyes or skin.
• Do not place the steam nozzle directly on any surface or on the appliance power cord while it is hot or plugged in.
• Unplug this appliance before filling or emptying the water container and when not in use.
• Do not operate steamer without properly filling the water container with distilled water.
• Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
• Burns could occur from touching hot parts, hot water, or steam. Use care when removing water reservoir or when you turn the steam appliance upside down – there may be hot water in reservoir. Always position steamer with head away from you and any other person when turning on.
• Do not hold hand in front of steam.
• To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit.
• Use caution when removing an attachment, as it may contain hot water from condensation. Ensure that the unit is off and attachment is dry or cooled off to avoid contact with hot water.
• Never steam clothes you, or someone else, are wearing.
• When emitting steam, this appliance may cause burns if it is used too close to the skin or eyes, or if it is used incorrectly. To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from the steam vents, test appliance before use by holding it away from the body.

Getting to Know Your Steamer

The Conair Garment Steamer features the following components:

• Steam nozzles: Vents that emit steam.
• Setting button: Used to adjust steam intensity.
• Steam button: Activates and deactivates steam flow.
• Water reservoir release switch: For detaching the water reservoir.
• Easy-to-fill water reservoir: Holds the water for steaming.
• Built-in creaser clip with garment guides: Aids in creating sharp creases on garments.
• 3-in-1 Attachment: A versatile attachment system.
• Silicone Band: Part of the 3-in-1 attachment, pulls fabric taut for easier steaming.
• Bristle Brush: Part of the 3-in-1 attachment, loosens fibers for better steam penetration.
• Delicate Fabric Spacer: Part of the 3-in-1 attachment, helps protect delicate fabric and trims.
• ON/OFF button and 9 ft. power cord: Controls power and connects to an outlet.
• Ready light – Blue: Indicates when the unit is heated and ready for use.
• Steam setting indicator lights: Show the selected steam intensity level.
• Ceramic-coated soleplate: The heated plate that contacts the fabric.

Filling Instructions

IMPORTANT: FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

1. Make sure the unit is unplugged.
2. Stand the unit on a table and grasp with one hand.
3. With the other hand, move the release switch up toward the STEAM button.
4. Pull the reservoir out, away from the steamer body.
5. The rubber inlet cover is located on the top of the water reservoir.
6. Open the inlet cover and fill the reservoir with distilled water. We recommend using distilled water only to prevent mineral deposits that can reduce performance or clog the water system.
7. Close the inlet cover and return the reservoir to its proper position, making sure that it snaps in place and is secure.

Operating Instructions

1. Fill the water reservoir with distilled water.
2. Plug the unit into the electrical outlet.
3. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the steamer ON.
4. The blue READY light will illuminate and begin blinking. Allow approximately 40 seconds for the unit to warm up. The appliance is ready to use when the READY light stops blinking and remains solid. Note: Before first use or after a long period of disuse, the internal tank may need priming (filling with water) during the heat-up process. A small tapping noise during heat-up is normal.
5. Your steamer has 5 steam settings. Press the SETTING button repeatedly until you reach your desired setting. One red light indicates the minimum steam rate for delicate fabrics, while 5 red lights indicate the TURBO BOOST setting for thicker fabrics and heavily wrinkled articles. Always have the steam facing away from you or anyone else in the room.
6. Press the STEAM button to release the flow of steam.
7. To stop the flow of steam, depress the STEAM button again.
8. When first using the device, test on an old cloth, as there may be sediment left from the manufacturing process or transportation.
9. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit OFF.
10. Unplug the device when it is not in use.

Using the Creaser

This garment steamer has a built-in creaser on the top of the unit. To use, slide the garment under the clip and align the edge with the pattern as marked on the creaser. Press the STEAM button, and steam will issue from the port on the top of the unit. Slide the steamer along the edge of the garment to create a sharp crease. Note: Steam will continue to emit from the steam nozzle on the front of the unit during creaser use.

Using the 3-in-1 Attachment

With the garment steamer off and cool, snap the Silicone Band attachment over the steam head, ensuring it is firmly affixed. At this point, the Silicone Band can be used, or you can choose to affix either the Bristle Brush insert or the Delicate Fabric Spacer insert into the channel on the top of the Silicone Band attachment. Note: Only one function of the 3-in-1 attachment can be used at a time.

• Silicone Band: Pulls fabric taut for easier steaming.
• Bristle Brush: Loosens fibers for better steam penetration.
• Delicate Fabric Spacer: Helps protect delicate fabric and trims.

Steaming Tips

1. First, test the unit on an inconspicuous area of the item to be steamed using the lowest steam setting to ensure the fabric can tolerate the effects of steam. If there is no evidence of damage, you can proceed to use the steamer on that item.
2. To prepare your fabric for steaming, brush it with the brush attachment. This will loosen the fibers and allow better steam penetration.
3. Hang your garment or fabric. Note: Avoid using metal clothes hangers, if possible. Caution: If hanging a garment on a door while steaming, be careful not to damage the door with steam.
4. Pass the steam jets just above the fabric where the wrinkles are. It may take a few passes to remove the wrinkles completely.
5. For heavier fabrics or severely wrinkled fabrics, you may position the steamer head directly on the fabric for a few seconds to remove wrinkles. Be cautious when working with delicate fabrics.
6. After use, turn the unit OFF by depressing the STEAM button. Then press the ON/OFF button to the OFF position. With dry hands, unplug your garment steamer from the outlet. Empty any remaining water from the tank to avoid leakage. BE SURE TO PRESS THE ON/OFF BUTTON TO THE OFF POSITION PRIOR TO UNPLUGGING THE UNIT.
7. When steaming, always keep the unit in motion. Do not continuously hold the steamer over an area or touch steamer jets directly to fabric for more than a few seconds, as this can cause damage, including shrinkage, melting, or color shift on certain types of material.
8. In the case of heavier, durable fabrics such as wool coats or bedding, the TURBO BOOST setting (5 red indicator lights) and slower passes with the steamer may be necessary to achieve desired results. As always, start by testing on an inconspicuous area of the item to be steamed, using the lowest steam setting to ensure fabric can tolerate the effects of steam, and adjust the temperature setting and your technique as needed to obtain the results desired.

Kills 99.9% of Bacteria*

1. Position the garment steamer’s soleplate at a minimum distance of ½ inch (1.3 cm) from material to be treated.
2. Remain steaming in this position for 2 minutes, then move to the next area to be treated and repeat.

*Bacteria reduction rate was measured after exposing the tested samples for 2 minutes at a ½ inch distance from the garment steamer’s soleplate. Testing was performed on E. coli.

Conair Garment Steaming Accessories (sold separately)

• Steaming/Storage Station (Model DH1)
• Steaming Mitt (Model GPP1)
• Door Press Pad (Model GDPP1)

Limited One-Year Warranty (U.S. and Canada Only)

Conair will repair or replace (at our option) your unit free of charge for 12 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials. To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective product to the service center listed, together with your purchase receipt. California residents need only provide proof of purchase and should call 1-800-3-CONAIR for shipping instructions. In the absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period shall be 12 months from the date of manufacture.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 12-MONTH DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN, LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Service Center

Conair LLC
Service Department
7475 N. Glen Harbor Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85307

For information on any Conair product, call 1-800-3-CONAIR or visit us on the web at www.conair.com

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice

WARNING

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Supplier's Declaration of Conformity

Brand: Conair

Model No.: GS59 & GS59X

Description: Handheld Garment Steamer

Responsible Party: Conair LLC, 1 Cummings Point Road, Stamford, CT 06902 (203) 351-9000

Standards: FCC Part 15 Subpart B, ANSI C63.4-2014

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

DATE OF ISSUE: XX/XX/XXXX