The Shark Steam Mop S1000 is a corded steam mop for sealed hard floors. It suits a home that wants to clean floors with water and no cleaning solution. Shark lists 4.94 pounds, steam ready within 30 seconds, and the removal of 99.9% of common household bacteria using water Shark.
Shark Steam Mop S1000 at a glance
4.94lbs
Weight
Within 30 seconds
Steam ready
375ml
Water tank
11in
Cleaning path width
Shark publishes these specs on its own item S1000 page, and the water capacity comes from the S1000 and S1200 Series owner's guide Sharkmanual.
Weight
4.94 lbs
Steam ready
Within 30 seconds
Water tank
375 ml (12.6 fl oz), removable
Cleaning path width
11 in
Cord length
18 ft
Product dimensions
17.2 in L x 12.32 in W x 29.72 in H
Power
Corded, 120 volts, 1,050 watts, 8.8 amps
Bacteria removal
99.9% of common household bacteria, using water
Floors
Sealed hard floors
Steering
Swivel steering
Pads
2 Dirt Grip pads, machine washable
Color
White/Seafoam
In the box
Steam mop, 2 Dirt Grip pads, removable water tank, 18 ft power cord
Warranty
One (1) Year Limited Warranty
How much water does the tank hold?
The tank holds 375 ml, or 12.6 fluid ounces manual. Shark calls it an XL removable water tank on the product page, and the tank lifts off the mop body for filling.
How heavy is the Shark Steam Mop S1000?
Shark's spec table gives 4.94 pounds for the whole mop, and the feature bullet calls it lightweight and maneuverable Shark.
Who the Shark Steam Mop S1000 is for
Good fit if
You clean sealed hard floors.
You want to clean with water only.
You want a mop under 5 pounds.
You wash pads instead of buying wipes.
You have an outlet within 18 feet.
Pick another model if
→You want 3 steam modes and targeted steam: pick the Shark SteamSpot S2001 Shark S2001.
→You want double-sided pads and a 12 inch path: pick the Shark Steam Pocket Mop S3501 Shark S3501.
Good to know before you buy
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The tank holds 375 ml, or 12.6 fluid ounces. The mop stops making steam when the tank empties, and the manual asks you to unplug it before you refill manual. Plan one refill for a large floor.
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Only water goes in the tank. The manual says to add no cleaning solutions, vinegar, scented perfumes, oils or other chemicals, because they may damage the mop manual.
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Some floors are not built for steam. The manual says not to use the mop on unsealed wood or unglazed ceramic, and to test an isolated area first manual. Check the use and care instructions from your floor maker.
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It runs on 120 volts through a polarized plug. That makes it a North American machine, and the warranty excludes products used outside North America Sharkmanual. The manual also says to use no extension cords.
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Dirt Grip pads are wearable parts. Shark recommends replacing them every 3 to 4 months with normal use, and the warranty leaves wearable parts out manual. Shark lists the Rectangle Dirt Grip Washable Pad, part P1000C5, for this mop.
Before you start
The manual warns that the steam is very hot and may cause scalding, and asks you to keep the mop away from children and never aim steam at people, pets or plants manual.
How the Shark Steam Mop S1000 compares
Both mops below come from Shark, so every figure here is Shark's own.
Shark Steam Mop S1000 vs Shark Steam Pocket Mop S3501
The S3501 Steam Pocket Mop flips its mop head over to a second clean pad side, and it covers a 12 inch path. The S1000 is lighter at 4.94 pounds, and it names the floors it suits as sealed hard floors Shark S3501.
Sealed hard floors, including hardwood, laminate, tile, stone, marble and vinyl
Bacteria removal
99.9% of common household bacteria
99.9% of common household bacteria
Color
White/Seafoam
Purple
Warranty
1 year
1 year
Shark Steam Mop S1000 vs Shark SteamSpot S2001
The S2001 SteamSpot adds 3 steam modes and a targeted steam blast for stuck-on messes, on a 1,200 watt motor. The S1000 keeps one steam action, which you control by how often you pump the handle Shark S2001.
Up to 50% better stuck-on stain removal vs a traditional steam mop
Bacteria removal
99.9% of common household bacteria
99.9% of common household bacteria
Warranty
1 year
1 year
How does the Shark Steam Mop work?
You pump the handle, and the mop releases steam through the head into a Dirt Grip pad. Plug it in and the power light comes on. It takes about 30 seconds to heat up and for the steam to be ready manual.
A few downward pumps of the handle start the steam. The manual explains that this pumping action lets you choose how much steam you get. Then you mop forward and backward, and the natural motion of mopping keeps the steam coming.
The pad does the other half of the work. Shark describes the Dirt Grip pad as super-absorbent microfiber that locks in moisture and dirt, with scrubbing material for stuck-on stains manual.
Note
The manual says never to use the mop without a Dirt Grip pad attached and water in the tank manual.
Which floors can you use it on?
Shark lists the S1000 for sealed hard floors Shark. The manual puts it in plainer terms. The mop is designed for hard floor surfaces that will withstand high heat.
The manual then names what to keep it off. Do not use it on unsealed wood or on unglazed ceramic floors manual. It is for flat, horizontal surfaces, so walls, counters and windows are out.
Waxed floors get one more warning. On waxed surfaces, and on some no-wax floors, the heat and steam action may remove the sheen. Shark recommends a test on an isolated area, and a look at the use and care instructions from your floor maker.
Can you use it on carpet?
No. The manual says the Steam Mop is designed to clean hard floor surfaces that will withstand high heat, and Shark lists it for sealed hard floors Sharkmanual. The box list names no carpet glider.
Does the Shark Steam Mop kill germs?
Shark makes a removal claim, not a kill claim. The product page says the mop removes 99.9% of common household bacteria using water Shark. A footnote on the same page names the five bacteria behind that figure.
Those five are Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Salmonella enterica (typhi) and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The footnote adds that the mop is demonstrated to be effective against them when used as directed.
Shark also uses the word sanitize for this mop, with a footnote. Sanitization studies were conducted under controlled test conditions, and household conditions and results may vary Sharkmanual.
Mop a sealed hard floor forward and backward for three minutes. The unit is then ready to sanitize.
Move the mop over the area you want to sanitize, forward and backward, at least 15 times.
Which water goes in the tank?
Distilled water or tap water, and nothing else manual. The manual asks you to fill the tank completely with one or the other.
Shark recommends distilled water to prolong the life of the mop. It makes the same recommendation for anyone in a hard-water area.
Tip
If the mop leaves water or white spots on the floor, the manual's first suggestion is to switch from tap water to distilled water manual.
How to set up and use it
The mop arrives in three parts, and the manual says to keep it unplugged while you build it and fill it manual.
Line up the handle and the pole so the arrow symbols inside them face forward. Push the pole into the handle until it clicks.
Line up the pole and the mop body so both arrow symbols face forward. Slide the pole into the top of the body until it clicks.
Lay a Dirt Grip pad on the floor with the fastener strips facing up. Press the mop head down onto it.
Sweep or vacuum the floor first.
Lift the water tank up and away from the mop body.
Twist the water tank cap counterclockwise to remove it.
Fill the tank completely with distilled water or tap water.
Put the cap back on and turn it clockwise to seal it.
Align the tank so the cap faces down, place the cap into the hole in the body, and slide the tank down until it clicks.
Pull and twist the quick release cord holder to unwrap the whole cord, then plug it in. The power light comes on.
Wait about 30 seconds for the mop to heat up.
Pump the handle a few times in a downward motion to release steam.
Mop forward and backward. The motion of mopping keeps the steam coming.
The manual adds one limit while you work. Do not scrub any one area for an extended period.
Care and quick fixes from the manual
Unplug the mop before any maintenance, and let it cool before you touch the pad manual.
How to wash the Dirt Grip pads
Unplug the mop and wait 2 to 3 minutes for the pad to cool.
Step on the tab and lift the mop head off the pad, or pull the pad off by hand.
Machine wash the pads separately in warm water with liquid detergent.
Use no bleach, no powdered detergent and no fabric softener. They leave a coating that cuts cleaning performance.
Line dry the pads, or tumble dry them on a low setting.
Trim any loose fibers with scissors. Do not pull them, because the weave can come undone.
How to store it
Unplug the cord and wrap it around the cord hooks.
Raise the handle until the pole stands straight up, which locks the mop upright.
Take the cooled pad off the head, so it cannot damage your floor.
Store the locked mop in a closet or a corner of a room, indoors, somewhere cool and dry.
If it will not turn on
Check that the plug is securely in the outlet.
Check the fuse or the circuit breaker.
If it still does not work, call Shark Customer Service on 1-800-798-7398.
If it will not make steam
Check that there is water in the tank, and refill it if not.
If the tank is full, prime the mop by pumping the handle downward a few times.
If it leaves water or white spots on the floor
Do not leave the mop standing on the floor with a damp or wet pad attached.
Switch from tap water to distilled water.
Check that the cap is securely on the water tank.
If the floor looks cloudy, streaky or spotty
Change to a clean pad, because a dirty pad can cause it.
If you washed the pad with powder detergent, wash it again with liquid detergent.
In a kitchen with grease buildup, clean the area first with an all-purpose cleaner or dish soap and paper towels.
Check that you did not leave the mop in one spot for too long.
If you have hard water, switch to distilled water.
If it is residue from earlier cleanings, steam the floor a few more times to lift it.
If it is hard to push
Check that the Dirt Grip pad is properly attached manual. Shark also notes that loose fibers show pad wear, and recommends new pads every 3 to 4 months.
Shark Steam Mop S1000 FAQ
Is the Shark Steam Mop S1000 cordless?
No. It is a corded mop with an 18 foot cord, and it runs on 120 volts Shark.
Where do you get replacement pads?
Shark lists the Rectangle Dirt Grip Washable Pad, part P1000C5, as the pad for this mop Shark. The manual points to sharkaccessories.com for extra accessories.
Which other parts can you replace?
Shark lists a replacement water tank (102SHE1000), a water tank and cap (103SHE1000), a replacement pole (105SHE1000) and a replacement handle (106SHE1000) for this mop Shark.
Can you put floor cleaner or vinegar in it?
No. The manual says chemicals and cleaning solutions, vinegar included, may damage the mop and could be unsafe manual.
Why is there water around the tank on a new mop?
Shark tests every Steam Mop before it ships, so a little water may sit in or around the tank manual.
Where is the model number?
On the back panel of the mop, next to the QR code manual. The date code sits on one of the prongs of the power cord plug.
What does the one year warranty cover?
SharkNinja covers defects in material and workmanship for one year from purchase, for the original owner, on units bought from authorized retailers manual. Wearable parts such as pads sit outside it, as do commercial use and products used outside North America.
How much is the Shark Steam Mop S1000?
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The verdict
4/4 PASS
No. 082 · Shark Steam Mop S1000
Cleaning sealed hard floors with just water.
The Shark Steam Mop S1000 suits a home with sealed hard floors and a buyer who wants to mop with water alone. Shark lists 4.94 pounds, an 11 inch cleaning path, steam within 30 seconds and the removal of 99.9% of common household bacteria. The 375 ml tank and the 18 foot cord set the size of one session, so plan a refill and an outlet for a large floor.
4/4 PASS
