Surge of Steam

Use to remove stubborn creases.

1.With water tank filled to the MAX mark, turn the fabric-select dial to at least setting 4 and wait for the temperature-ready light to go off.

2.To remove tough wrinkles, pump the button at 5-second intervals for a concentrated blast of steam.

3.When finished ironing, turn the fabric-select dial to lowest heat setting, move

the dry/steam selector to and unplug the iron.

Vertical Steam

Use for removing wrinkles from hanging clothes and drapes.

1.Hang the garment to be steamed on a clothes hanger (curtains or drapes can be steamed once they are hung).

2. Move the dry/steam selector to .

3. Hold the iron close to, but not touching, the fabric.

4. Pull the fabric tight in your free hand and pump the

button as you move the iron over the fabric (F).

5. When finished ironing, turn the fabric-select dial to lowest

F heat setting, move the dry/steam selector to and unplug the iron.

IRONING WITH SPRAY

Use to dampen tough wrinkles at any setting (G).

1. Be sure the iron is filled with water.

2. On first use, pump the button several times.

 

DRY IRONING

G

1. Make sure dry/steam selector is set to . You may want

to empty the water (see “Emptying Water Tank After

 

Ironing - Optional”).

2.Turn the fabric-select dial to the desired setting. Read garment’s label to help you determine fabric type.

• The temperature-ready light glows until it reaches the appropriate temperature.

• It then glows on and off during ironing.

3.When finished ironing, turn fabric-select dial to lowest setting, unplug the iron and place it on its heel rest.

4.Move the dry/steam selector to .

EMPTYING WATER TANK AFTER IRONING (OPTIONAL)

Note: It is not necessary to empty the water after each use.

1.Turn the fabric-select dial to the lowest setting.

2.Unplug the iron and let it cool.

3.Open the water-fill cover.

4. Empty the water by holding the iron over a sink with the tip pointing down. Water will empty out of water-fill opening (H).

H

SPECIAL FEATURES

ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM

The anti-drip system prevents water spotting at low temperatures.

10-MINUTE AUTO SHUTOFF

1.If you leave the iron on its heel rest without moving it, the iron will automatically shut off after 10 minutes. The auto shutoff indicator light blinks to let you know that the iron has stopped heating. To turn it back on, move the iron until it starts heating again.

2.When finished, unplug the iron and stand it on its heel rest.

3.Move the dry/steam selector to .

Care and Cleaning

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

CLEANING OUTSIDE SURFACES

1.Make sure iron is unplugged and has cooled completely.

2.Wipe the soleplate and outer surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild household detergent. Never use abrasives, heavy-duty cleansers, vinegar or scouring pads that may scratch or discolor the iron.

3.After cleaning, plug in the iron.

4.Steam iron over an old cloth to remove any residue from the steam vents.

AUTO CLEANING

To keep the steam vents free of any buildup, follow these instructions about once a month.

1.Fill the tank with water well below the MAX line.

2.Plug in the iron.

3.Turn the fabric-select dial to 6 and stand the iron on its heel rest. Allow it to heat until the auto shutoff indicator light goes out and comes on again.

4.Turn fabric-select dial to lowest setting, unplug the iron and hold over a sink with the soleplate facing down.

 

5.

Press and hold the AUTO CLEAN button. Be careful, as

 

 

hot water and steam will come out of the steam vents (J).

 

 

Continue to hold AUTO CLEAN button until all the water

 

 

has emptied, or until you feel all mineral deposits have

 

 

been flushed. If necessary, rock iron side to side and front

J

 

to back.

6.

When finished, release the button, stand the iron on its

 

heel rest and plug it in. Heat for about 2 minutes to dry out any remaining water.

STORING YOUR IRON

1.Unplug the iron and allow it to cool.

2.Check that the dry/steam selector is set to .

3.Store vertically on its heel rest to prevent water leaking from the soleplate.

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