Miele B990 operating instructions Frequently asked questions

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Frequently asked questions

Repairs should only be carried out by an authorized technician in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or appliance damage.

The rotary iron does not turn on.

Possible fault	Solution

The rotary iron has no power.	Plug the machine in and check if the
	circuit breaker has tripped.

The laundry is not properly or poorly pulled in.
Possible fault	Solution

This tends to happen when ironing	Continue ironing, the issue is usually
delicate items with a new machine.	resolved after 5-10 minutes of ironing.

New iron cover	A new rotary iron cover should be
	washed at 140°F (60°C) for the laundry
	to be ideally pulled in.

Lime or starch deposits on the heater	Clean with household cleaners or
plate.	dishwasher detergent.

Creases/Folds occur
Possible fault	Solution

The heater plate is soiled (lime	Clean the heater plate with household
deposits).	cleaners or dishwasher detergent.

The rotary iron cover is heavily soiled.
Possible fault	Solution

Deposits	Wash the iron cover with household
	detergent at 140°F (60°C) or replace
	with a new one. See "Washing or
	replacing the ironing cover".

The heater plate does not press on the roller.
Possible fault	Solution

The emergency release was activated.	Press the emergency release down
	(see "Power failure").

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Contents Operating instructions Rotary Iron 990 Contents Technical and electrical safety Appropriate useUse Accessories Guide to the Rotary Iron Control panel Moving the appliance Transport strutMoving the appliance Moving the appliance Before using for the first time Power cordBefore using for the first time Before ironing Preparing the work areaMaterial Dampness for ironing Preparing the laundryCorrect dampness Pulling into shape and smoothing outTesting the finger guard Please noteTo turn on Turning on and off Selecting the ironing TemperatureIroning To turn offSelecting the roller speed To press IroningTo iron To raise the heater platePositioning the laundry Removing the feed boardLaundry bar After ironing Ironing tipsIf the rotary iron is to be stored away Power failure Napkins, hand towels Ironing TipsTablecloths Sheets and bedspreadsDuvet covers To iron without a foldIf folds are acceptable Collar ShirtsShoulder yoke Front sidesBack Cuffs and sleeves Ironing pants and jeans PantsSkirts Pressing woolen and dress pantsCleaning the casing Cleaning and CareCleaning the heater plate Washing or replacing the iron coverCleaning and Care Cleaning and Care Cleaning and Care Frequently asked questions After sales service MieleCareElectrical connection Technical data Help protect our environment Disposal of packing materialsDisposal of an old appliance Page Alteration rights reserved Nr 658 660