It’s perfect for cleaning and sanitizing several types of flooringbut not when it’s suddenly no longer steaming.
If your mop stops steaming, do you gotta toss it?
Here are five fixes if yourShark Steam Mopis not steaming.
The Spruce / Joe Morales
Why Did My Shark Steam Mop Stop Steaming?
Shark Steam Mops commonly develop clogs in their water nozzles.
Mineral depositsfrom hard water, usually calcium, can build up around the nozzle and impact the steam output.
Read on for some other quick fixes you’re able to try.
For the best performance, empty the water tank after every use to help prevent mineral deposits.
A water intake tube extends to the bottom of the water reservoir.
It should be straight, not bent, so all of the water can be heated.
Consult your user manual or online instructions to be sure the foot of the steam mop is installed properly.
If you cannot grab the steam setting but the power light remains on, unplug the mop.
Wait 15 to 30 seconds and plug the unit back in.
This will often reset the mop’s control system.
Shark includes a nozzle cleaning tool with most of its models.
If you have lost the tool, straighten a paper clip to tackle the mineral deposits.
The water tank should be full and the mop head installed correctly.
Check that you have selected the correct setting for different steam levels.
The nozzle that feeds water vapor to the mop head may be clogged and requires cleaning.
Or, the heating element no longer works and the mop needs repair or replacement.
A Shark Steam Mop should begin producing steam within 30 seconds of selecting the steam function.
If the steam nozzle is removable, it can be soaked in vinegar to loosen mineral deposits.
If you are not getting enough of a spray, check for clogs.
