Black & Decker SG200 Series, SG100 Series warranty How To Use, Cleaning, Need Help?

A B C

POLARIZED PLUG	TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREWS
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade	This appliance is equipped with tamper-
is wider than the other). As a safety feature,	resistant screws to prevent removal of the
this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one	outer covers. To reduce the risk of fire or
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the	electric shock, do not attempt to remove the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,	outer covers. There are no user serviceable
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt	parts inside. Repair should be done only by
to defeat this safety feature.	authorized service personnel.

How To Use

Getting Started

NOTE: Before first use, remove any labels, stickers, or tags which may be attached to the body or Soleplate of the iron.

1.	Fill the Water Pitcher with tap water to
	around the 450 ml level. Unscrew the Safety
	Fill Cap, place the Funnel into the Boiler
	Water Tank, and pour the water in. (A) Fill
	the Water Pitcher to about 450 ml AGAIN
	and pour that in for a total of approximately
	900 ml of water.
2.	Remove the Funnel, replace the Safety Fill
	Cap, and screw it securely into place.
3.	Plug the power cord in and press the
	ON/OFF Button. The Temperature Light on
	the iron will come on (B) and will cycle on
	and off during use.
4.	Wait approximately 10 minutes for the
	water to start boiling to produce generous
	amounts of steam. On certain models only,
	the Steam Ready Indicator will come on
	showing there is enough steam to begin

steam) to 9 (abundant steam). NOTE: To dry iron with NO STEAM, do not press the Surge of Steam or Steam Lock Buttons and/or set the Adjustable Steam Dial to 0.

5.Before ironing with steam, press and hold the Surge of Steam Button for 5-10 seconds to give the steam time to travel from the Boiler Water Tank to the iron. You may press the Steam Lock Button for continuous billowing steam. (D) During ironing, you may place the iron on its heel rest while you adjust your garments or rest it on its Base.

Finish Ironing /Refilling

1.	On certain models only, the Low Water
	Indicator will come on as the water level
	goes down. However, on all models,
	CONTINUE IRONING until you have used up
	all the steam before refilling the Boiler
	Water Tank.
2.	When you finish ironing, be sure to press
	the Surge of Steam/Unlock Button to unlock

ironing.

Selecting Temperature & Steam

1.Use the Fabric Guide on the Temperature Selector Dial to help select the setting for the fabric to be ironed (check the garment label for fabric type and manufacturer’s recommended setting).

2.To iron with steam, be sure the Temperature Selector Dial is turned into the Steam Band anywhere between blend and linen.

3.The Temperature Light will go off as the iron adjusts to the temperature you selected for your fabric. When the Temperature Light comes back on (see B), the temperature you selected has been reached. The Light will cycle on and off to maintain the selected temperature as you iron.

4.Turn the Adjustable Steam Dial (C) to select the amount of steam you’d like from 0 (no

the continuous steam. Press the ON/OFF

Button to turn the unit OFF, unplug the

power cord, and let the iron cool by placing

it on the Base.

3. To refill, slowly unscrew the Safety Fill Cap

and wait for the hissing of releasing steam to

stop before unscrewing it completely. Use

the Water Pitcher and Funnel to fill the Boiler

Water Tank as described in “Getting

Started.” Be sure to replace and tighten the

Cap before ironing. It is not necessary to

completely fill the Tank for short ironing

sessions. As long as there is some water in

the Tank, you can reduce the preheat

waiting time and save electricity by ironing

with half a Tank.

Vertical Ironing

For best results when steaming vertically, hang the garment on a clothes hanger — curtains/drapes can be steamed once they’re

hung. Hold the iron close to but not touching the fabric. Press the Steam Lock Button for continuous steam. Pull the fabric tight with your free hand as you pass the iron over the wrinkled fabric. (E)

Ironing Tips

•Always read garment labels and follow manufacturer’s ironing instructions.

•Synthetics are heat sensitive and may glaze or melt at high temperatures. Use lower settings. If

you are unsure of a garment’s fiber, test a small area (on an inside seam or hem) before ironing using a low temperature and gradually increasing.

•Sort items to be ironed according to their fabrics: wool with wool, cotton with cotton, etc. Start by ironing the fabrics that use lower temperatures (i.e. silk) and work up to fabrics that require higher temperatures (linen) since the iron heats up faster than it cools down.

Cleaning

1.Before cleaning the iron, unplug it and allow it to completely cool down on the Base. NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.

2.To clean outside surfaces, wipe the soleplate and outer surfaces with a soft cloth or sponge dampened in water and a mild household detergent. Never use abrasives, heavy duty cleansers, or scouring pads that may scratch or

discolor the iron or parts. After cleaning, iron with steam over an old cloth to remove any residue from the steam vents.

3.Depending on the hardness of the water in your area, you may want to flush out mineral deposits from the Boiler Water Tank every 3-6 months. To clean the Tank, fill the Tank with tap water, rinse, and discard the water.

Need Help?

For service, repair, or any questions regarding your	the manufacturer nor bring it to a service center.
appliance, call the appropriate “800” number on the	You may also want to consult the website listed on
cover of this book. Do NOT return the product to the	the cover of this manual.
place of purchase. Do NOT mail the product back to