Features of Your Steam Generator

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Temperature indicator light

The indicator light shows that the iron is warming up. When the required temperature is reached, the light will go out and will cycle on-off during operation.

EMPTYING AND STORING

When you have finished ironing, unplug your steam generator.

1Slide out the water tank

and remove the anti-scale filter J.

MAINTENANCE

To clean a stainless steel soleplate

To keep the soleplate of your iron clean and free of limescale, we recommend that you use one of the gentle chrome, silver or stainless steel cleaners that are generally available. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. To clean off melted

Steam function

During the steaming process, small amounts of water may be ejected from the soleplate. This is normal and can be avoided by using the steam for short amounts of time and only when the iron is at the correct temperature (the indicator light on the iron goes out when ready).

Sudden jolts of the boiler unit can also cause water droplets on the soleplate; therefore, do not move the base unit during ironing. We recommend for the first time ironing that you iron over an old towel.

Vertical steam

Hold the iron in a vertical position between 1cm and 2cm away from the item I. Press the steam trigger ⁄, this will create vertical steam.

This feature is especially useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains, wall hangings, etc.

2Empty the water in the tank

by holding it upside down

3Replace the anti-scale filter and reinstall the water tank.

Unplug the generator and leave the iron to cool off for 15 minutes minimum. The iron must be placed on the iron rest plate.

The iron and boiler can now be stored together.

man-made fibres, set the iron at 3-dot position and pass it over a clean piece of cotton which will draw the deposit off the surface.

To clean a ceramic coated soleplate

(certain models only)

In the unlikely event of any man-made fibre fusing to the soleplate, set the iron at the MAX position and pass it over a clean piece of cotton which will draw the deposit off the surface.

Do not use scouring powder or solution as this could cause damage to the coating.

IMPORTANT: Do not descale the soleplate with descaling products, proprietary cleaning agents or vinegar when flushing out the soleplate.

To clean the exterior

Allow the steam generator to cool and wipe over with a damp cloth and mild detergent, then wipe with a dry cloth.

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