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steam
iron
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6. Throw out any excess water after use, once the
iron has been unplugged.
3. Fill up the deposit to the top.
4. Stand the iron upright and plug it in.
5. Turn the temperature gauge to the *** position.
6. Let the iron heat up until the pilot light turns off and
back on again.
7. Unplug the iron and place it over the sink.
8. Press the self-cleaning button.
Steam Ironing
1. Fill up the iron as described in the section “How to
fill the water deposit”.
2. Plug in the iron.
3. Steam ironing is only possible if you select the
highest temperature***. Otherwise water may
seep through the base of the iron.
4. Wait for the pilot light to go off.
5. Turn the steam regulator to the desired position
9. Let the water flow out through the steam vents in
the base whilst lightly shaking the iron.
10.Release the self-cleaning button after a moment
or when the deposit has been emptied
and place the iron in an upright position.
6. During pauses and when the ironing is complete, 11.Let the iron cool and then clean it.
leave the iron standing upright.
7. Unplug the iron by pulling the plug out of the
socket. Pour out any leftover water and let the iron
cool down.
Maintenance
Any stains that may form on the base of the iron can
be cleaned off using a cloth dampened with water
and white vinegar.
Spray
1. The spray can be used when dry ironing or when
steam ironing.
2. To do so, press the spray button. The spray button
has to be pressed repeatedly to release the first
spray.
Problems and Solutions
Should the mains connection fail, do not try to
replace it since this is potentially dangerous. Take the
appliance to an authorized Technical Support Service.
The same applies to any other type of problem. This
appliance complies with Low Voltage Directive 73/23/
EC and with Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
Steam blast
The steam blast gives an extra steam jet to help 89/336 EC.
remove tough creases.
1. Select the maximum temperature*** on the
temperature gauge. Wait for the pilot light to go off.
2. Press the steam blast button. Wait a few seconds
for the steam to penetrate into the fabric before
pressing again. For optimum steam quality, do
not apply more than three successive blasts. The
SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY!
SERVICE
spray button has to be pressed repeatedly to Before returning your product for service or repair –
release the first spray.
check the following:
• Your household mains supply socket is working
properly.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning
• The mains supply circuit is not overloaded.
• The instructions for use have been followed
carefully.
1. Unplug the appliance before proceeding to clean.
2. Do not use solvents or abrasive products for
cleaning. A damp cloth with a few drops of
washing up liquid is enough.
If service becomes necessary within the guarantee
period the appliance should be returned to the retail
outlet where purchased or carefully packed and
marked “fragile-handle with care“ and sent carriage
paid to the address below. (Postage is not refundable)
Service outside the guarantee period is still available
but this will be chargeable.
“Self-cleaning”
1. It is important to self-clean the appliance at least
once a month to remove calcium and any other
built-up minerals inside the iron.
2. Place the steam regulator control in the No
steam position.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
Reason
Action
Pre-caution
Iron is leaking water.
Temperature is too low
Set the temperature to steam setting (cotton)
Check fabric type is suitable for high steam
temperature
Steam switch is on self clean
function
Turn steam switch setting to steam or 0
position
Switch steam setting to 0 (off) after use or
when filling tank.
Tank is overfilled
Empty water tank
Fill to MAX mark only.
Iron is in the horizontal position
too long.
When adjusting item place iron down in the
vertical position
If iron is left on the item in the horizontal
position for too long it may burn the fabric.
Check temperature setting is suitable for
fabric type.
Iron is not heating up
Temperature control dial is in
the off position
Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired temperature setting.
Switch on household socket
Check the socket with another appliance
Household socket is off.
Household socket is not
working
Ensure iron is in the upright position.
Appliance must be of similar wattage to
prevent overloading.
Iron is tripping mains
Overloaded circuit.
Unplug all appliances attached to the same
circuit and check iron.
Note that there can be up to 5 household
plug sockets on 1 circuit.
Iron sticking to clothing
Temperature is too hot
Turn down temparature on control dial.
Clean and rinse item.
Check temperature setting is suitable for
fabric type.
Clothing is dirty or not rinsed
thoroughly.
Use spray function to dampen item and
check temperture is correct.
Use a old linen cloth to remove any trace
of dirt on the soleplate. Use iron soleplate
cleaner for bad marks.
Creases not coming out
Not Enough Steam
Item is too dry or temperature
too low.
Use steam function.
Check temperature setting is suitable for
fabric type.
The steam control is off or set
too low.
Set the steam button/switch to on or full.
Ensure temperature control dial is set to the
3 dot position for steaming.
Check temperature setting is suitable for
fabric type.
The iron temperature is
too low.
Set temperature control dial to MAX or 3 dot
position for steaming.
The steam valve is blocked
due to water scale.
If your iron is fitted with a self clean function
carry out cleaning as per instructions.
Use distilled or demineralised water in your
iron to prevent blocking.
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