Sharp GI305 User's Manual

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BEFORE FIRST TIME USE
1   Before using your iron for the first time, please remove all the packaging material.
2   When you turn on the iron for the first time it might emit an odor for the first ten 

minutes. This is because the materials used in making the iron are heating up. The 

odor is safe and should not re-occur after the initial heating.

USING YOUR IRON
3   Fill water carefully into the water tank without going over “Max” line. Make sure the 

Water Inlet Door is closed to avoid spilling while in use.

4   Plug in the iron into any 120V AC polarized  

electrical outlet. The LED Indicator Light 

on the handle will light up.

5   Set the desired fabric/temperature by turning  

the Fabric/Temperature Selector Dial. 

6   The LED Indicator Light on the handle will become green once the selected 

temperature is reached. If you wish to change the temperature, the LED Indicator 

Light will change to amber to show that the iron is either heating up or cooling down. 

The LED Indicator Light will turn green again when the iron reaches the selected 

temperature.

7   Turn the Variable Steam Control Lever to select high or low steam setting.  

Select “ 

 ” on the steam control for dry ironing. You can now start ironing.

8   Use the Steam Burst Button to remove stubborn wrinkles. Allow an interval of 3 

seconds between each burst. Overuse of the steam burst may cause water spitting or 

weak steam performance.

9   The Steam Burst feature also works in the vertical position. This is especially useful to 

remove wrinkles from hanging clothes, delicate garments and other fabrics. Hold the 

iron in the upright position several inches away from the article. 

10   Use the Spray Button to dampen the fabric to tackle tough wrinkles, if necessary.

ANTI-DRIP FEATURE
11   The anti-drip feature is built in to this iron. It prevents water spitting when the 

temperature is too low.

12   Steam cannot be produced if the soleplate is not hot enough. It may result in water 

spitting or leaking from the soleplate. The anti-drip feature reduces water dripping and 

leaking when ironing at low temperatures.

ELECTRONIC MULTI POSITION AUTO-OFF
13   This iron is equipped with an electronic auto-off feature that switches the iron off if 

it has been idle for 15 minutes in the upright position and after 30 seconds in the 

sideways or flat positions.

14   The Indicator Light will flash in red on the handle when the iron is in auto-off mode. To 

turn the iron back on, just gently rock the iron back and forth several times until the 

LED Indicator Light is re-illuminated. The iron might have to warm up for a minute if the 

auto-off feature was activated for an extended time.

SELF-CLEANING
15  Fill the water tank to the “MAX” level. Do not overfill.
16   Stand the iron on its heel, standing up on a protected surface and plug into the 

electrical outlet.

17   Set the Fabric/Temperature Selector Dial to “•••” setting. Wait until the light stops 

flashing. The iron is now on the preset temperature.

18   Hold the iron horizontally over the sink. Turn and hold the Steam Control Lever all the 

way to the right to the SELF CLEAN position.

19   Move the iron back and forth. Boiling water and steam will now be ejected from the 

holes in the soleplate. Use caution when doing this as the water and the steam are hot 

enough to cause burns.

20  Repeat step 19 until the impurities and scale are washed away.
21   Empty any excess water from the tank. Don’t touch the hot surfaces, water, or steam 

because injury may occur.

22  Turn the steam control to “  ”.
23  Place the iron in upright position and let it cool down.

USEFUL TIPS
24   Read all garment care labels before you start ironing. You can also test the 

temperature of the iron on a hem or an inside seam. 

25   Iron similar fabrics together and in sequence of synthetic fibers nylon, silk/wool, 

polyester, and cotton/linen. This will reduce the need to adjust the temperature 

frequently.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: 120 Volts, 60 Hz., 1500 Watts

1    Stainless Steel Soleplate
2   Water Inlet Door
3  Steam Burst Button 
4  LED Indicator Light
5  Spray Nozzle
6   Variable Steam Control/Self-Clean 

Lever

7  Spray Button
8  Water Level Window
9  Fabric/Temperature Selector Dial 
10   Pivot  Cord
11   Anti-Drip  Function
 (not shown)

IRONING GUIDE

FEATURES

STORAGE AND CARE
26   Always turn the Variable Steam Control Lever to “ 

” after you have emptied the 

water tank.

27  Allow the iron to cool down before putting it away.
28   Place the iron in the upright position resting on its heel, during heating up, cooling 

down and storage.

29  Avoid any sharp material contacting the soleplate.
30   Every two weeks, clean the exterior of the iron with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
31   If you use spray starch, wipe the soleplate occasionally with a soft, damp cloth to 

prevent deposit build-up.

32   If the iron hasn’t been used in a few weeks, hold the iron horizontally and allow 

steaming for 2 minutes before ironing.

ALWAYS REMEMBER
33  Unplug the iron from the electrical outlet before pouring water into the iron.
34  Always empty the water in the iron after each use.
35  Never iron or steam clothes while they are being worn.
36   Be very careful when filling the iron with water. Injuries may occur if the hot metal 

parts, hot water or steam are contacted. 

TROUBLE SHOOTING

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). 

As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. 

If the plug does not fit ful y into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it stil  

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this 

safety feature.

The iron doesn’t 

heat up

An odor is being 

emitted from the 

new iron or small 

particles are 

coming out

Iron doesn’t 

steam

Water droplets 

coming from 

steam vents.

Iron should be plugged into a 120V AC electric outlet only.
Make sure the plug is securely in the socket.
Temperature setting might be too low.
Try turning to a higher setting.
Auto-off feature is activated.

This is normal.
 Follow the instructions for first-time use and allow iron to steam 

through 2-3 fillings and press the Steam Burst Button occasionally 

to eliminate small white particles.

Water tank may be empty or water level is very low. Add water.
Make sure the fabric/temperature setting and the Variable Steam 

Control Lever are correctly set. For maximum steam, set to  
“   ” on the Variable Steam Control Lever and the temperature 

setting should be set on “•••”.

Variable Steam Control Lever is set on “  ”.
The soleplate is not hot enough and the anti-drip feature switches off 

the steam. Always allow the iron to reach the selected temperature 
with the Variable Steam Control Lever setting at “  ”. For more 

steam, turn temperature dial to a higher setting and the steam 
control to “  ”.
 If the temperature setting and steam control settings are correct and 

there is no steam, gently move the iron left or right a couple of times. 
Move the  Variable Steam Control Lever from “  ” to “   ” a few times.
 Variable Steam Control Lever may be set in “self clean” position. 
Align the lever to the “  ” to “  ” steam setting.
 Iron may not be hot enough. Set temperature to “•••” position. 

Always allow iron sufficient time to heat up before activating the 

variable steam control.
The Steam Burst may have been overused. Allow more time 

between each burst.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from material defects and 

workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase when utilized for 

normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions  

and exceptions.
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair 

or replacement of the unit at our option. This warranty does not cover normal wear 

of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for 

commercial purposes. This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by 

misuse, abuse, negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling 

in transit. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting 

from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alteration to the product or any 

of its parts, which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by  

EURO-PRO Operating LLC.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household 

conditions within the warranty period, you may return the complete appliance and 

accessories with proof of purchase and date, freight prepaid. For customer service 

support, call 1-800-798-7398 or visit our website at www.sharkclean.com.
If the appliance is found by EURO-PRO Operating LLC to be defective, in EURO-PRO 

Operating LLC’s sole discretion, we will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of 

purchase date and check made payable to EURO-PRO Operating LLC in the amount 

of $12.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all 

other legal, implied and/or conventional warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO 

Operating LLC if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it 

under the terms of this Limited Warranty. In no event is EURO-PRO Operating LLC 

liable for incidental or consequential damages to anyone of any nature whatsoever. 

Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 

damages, so the above may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other 

rights which vary from state to state or province to province. 
*IMPORTANT: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include 

proof of purchase date and to attach a tag to item before packing including your 

name, complete address and phone number with a note giving purchase information, 

model number and what you believe is the problem with the item. We recommend 

you insure the package (as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty). 

Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are 

constantly striving to improve our products, therefore the specifications contained 

herein are subject to change without notice.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

 

 CAUTION! TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER INJURY, before filling the iron with 

water, make sure that the plug is removed from the outlet.

  

WARNING: Never fill the iron with fabric conditioner, starches or any other solution, as 

these will damage the steam mechanism. Do not use contaminated water.

  

CAUTION! TO AVOID FIRE, never leave iron unattended while it is plugged in.

 

 CAUTION! TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, never use the iron in a location where it can 

fall or be pulled into water or another liquid. If the iron falls into water or other liquid, 

unplug it immediately. DO NOT reach into the water or liquid.

  

WARNING: Never use scouring pads, abrasive or chemical cleaners, or solvents to clean 

the exterior or soleplate of your iron. Doing so will scratch and/or damage the surface.

 

 CAUTION! DO NOT aim iron at face, towards yourself, or anyone else while using or 

adjusting steam. Burns or serious injury may occur.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

1.   To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the  

same circuit.

2.   If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, use a 15-ampere cord. Cords rated for less 

amperage can result in a risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating. Use care to 

arrange the extension cord so it cannot be pulled or be tripped over.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR IRON

When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, 

including the following:
1.
  Use iron only for its intended use.
2.   To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
3.   DO  NOT yank cord to disconnect from outlet. Grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
4.   DO  NOT allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away.  

Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.

5.   Before unplugging the unit, turn the temperture dial to the “MIN” setting.
6.   Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water, emptying, or when not 

in use.

7.  

 IMPORTANT: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with 

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.

Close Supervision is necessary for any appliance being used near childrenDO NOT 

leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board.

8.   Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children.  

DO NOT leave iron unattended while connected to the power supply or on an ironing board.

9.  DO NOT use or stand the iron on an unstable surface.
10. When placing the iron in its upright position, ensure that the surface on which the iron is 

placed is stable. Never use or rest the iron on an unstable surface.

11. While the iron is hot, never set iron on an unprotected surface - even if it is on its heel rest.
12. Always store your iron standing upright, not on the soleplate. If stored face down, even the 

smallest amount of moisture will cause the soleplate to corrode and stain.

13. This appliance is for household use only.

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FABRIC TYPE

LABEL

INDICATION

FABRIC/TEMP.

SELECTOR

STEAM

CONTROL

BURST OF

STEAM

SPRAY

Please note 

that the symbol 

above on the 

label 

of your garment 

means that 

THE ARTICLE 

CANNOT BE 

IRONED

NO

NO

NO

YES

YES

YES

YES

YES

Nylon

Silk or wool

Polyester

Cotton or 

linen

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OWNER’S 

GUIDE

This manual covers model numbers: 

GI305 10, GI305C 10
Euro-Pro Operating LLC  

Newton, MA 02459 

1-800-798-7398
COPYRIGHT© EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC 2013
PRINTED IN CHINA 
Illustrations may differ from actual product.
Euro-Pro and Shark are trademarks of Euro-Pro Operating LLC. 

GI305 series

www.sharkclean.com

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