Maintenance

If the iron is left motionless in the vertical position for more than 8 minutes, the iron will be switched off, automatically.

To indicate that the iron has shut off automatically, the auto shut-off indicator will start blinking and six sound signals will be audible.

WARNING RISK OF BURNING: Please be aware that when the auto shut-off indicator is activated the soleplate is still extremely hot and will need adequate time to cool down. DO NOT TOUCH HOT SOLEPLATE!

To switch the iron back on after it has automatically been shut off please note the following instructions:

•When picking up the iron again, the auto shut-off indicator will stop blinking.

•The temperature indicator light will illuminate indicating that the iron is heating up.

•Wait for the temperature indicator light to go off indicating that the iron has reached its desired temperature. Then you can resume ironing.

CAUTION:

Always be sure that the appliance is unplugged before cleaning or attempting to store the item.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

WARNING: Unplug the iron first!

Allow to cool completely.

Hold the iron at an angle and empty the water tank.

After iron is thoroughly cooled wipe the housing and the soleplate with a damp cloth only. If the soleplate is very dirty, iron a linen cloth soaked in white vinegar then wipe with a clean damp cloth.

Avoid scratching the plate with steel wool.

DO NOT immerse the iron in any liquid.

Store the iron upright and not on the soleplate (risk of corrosion).

Do not wind power cord tightly around iron.

Avoid hard water with impurities that cause residue build-up.

Regularly clean the soleplate.

Avoid pressing iron over sharp objects like zippers and buttons.

Do not place iron face down on rough areas.

Empty the tank after each use and hold horizontally for a few seconds until remaining moisture is removed. (Use caution as steam and boiling water can cause burns).

Do not use abrasive cleaners to remove burnt-on residues.

Self Cleaning Function

It is important to apply “self-cleaning” at least every two weeks to remove impurities etc. The harder the water the more the iron should be self-cleaned.

1.Open the water filling inlet and fill the water tank up to the MAX position, then close the inlet cover.

2.Plug in steam iron into electrical wall socket.

3.Set the temperature control to MAX.

4.Allow the iron to heat up until the temperature indicator light goes off.

5.Hold the iron horizontally over the sink.

6.Turn the steam control knob to the self-clean position .

7.Remove the steam control knob as described in the section below “Removing the Variable Steam Control Knob”