Miele B990 operating instructions Appropriate use, Technical and electrical safety

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions carefully before using this appliance for the first time. They contain important information about the safety, use and maintenance of the appliance. Please read this booklet carefully to prevent accidents and machine damage.

Keep these instructions in a safe place for reference, and pass them on to any future user.

Appropriate use

￿This appliance is intended for residential use only. Use only as described in this Operating manual.

￿This rotary iron is intended for ironing textiles which have been washed in water and are suitable for machine ironing.

￿Only use the appliance for its intended purpose.

￿Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Technical and electrical safety

￿Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician in accordance with national and local safety regulations and the provided installation instructions. Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment. Repairs and other work by unauthorized persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.

￿Before setting up the rotary iron, check for any visible damage.

Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

￿A damaged appliance is dangerous. Turn off the rotary iron, unplug from the wall outlet and call Technical Service.

￿If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by a Miele authorized service technician.

￿To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician.

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Contents Operating instructions Rotary Iron 990 Contents Appropriate use Technical and electrical safetyUse Accessories Guide to the Rotary Iron Control panel Moving the appliance Transport strutMoving the appliance Moving the appliance Power cord Before using for the first timeBefore using for the first time Preparing the work area Before ironingPulling into shape and smoothing out Preparing the laundryCorrect dampness Material Dampness for ironingPlease note Testing the finger guardTo turn off Turning on and off Selecting the ironing TemperatureIroning To turn onSelecting the roller speed To raise the heater plate IroningTo iron To pressPositioning the laundry Removing the feed boardLaundry bar After ironing Ironing tipsIf the rotary iron is to be stored away Power failure Sheets and bedspreads Ironing TipsTablecloths Napkins, hand towelsDuvet covers To iron without a foldIf folds are acceptable Front sides ShirtsShoulder yoke CollarBack Cuffs and sleeves Pressing woolen and dress pants PantsSkirts Ironing pants and jeansWashing or replacing the iron cover Cleaning and CareCleaning the heater plate Cleaning the casingCleaning and Care Cleaning and Care Cleaning and Care Frequently asked questions MieleCare After sales serviceElectrical connection Technical data Help protect our environment Disposal of packing materialsDisposal of an old appliance Page Alteration rights reserved Nr 658 660