Black & Decker F225 manual Care and Cleaning

Tip: Iron garments that require lower setting first, then move on to higher setting.

Important: Always stand the iron on its heel when powered on but not in use.

FOR DRY IRONING
1. Make sure dry/steam selector is set to	(D).
Note: It is recommended that you empty the water (see EMPTYING
WATER TANK AFTER IRONING).
D

2. Turn the fabric-select dial to the appropriate setting for your fabric

(E). See fabric guide on the heel rest and read garment’s label to help

you determine fabric type. The temperature-ready light glows until it

reaches the appropriate temperature. It then cycles on and off during

ironing.

3. For optimum performance, let the iron stand for 90 seconds before beginning to iron.

E4. When finished ironing, turn the fabric-select dial to and unplug the iron.

5. Stand the iron on its heel rest and allow it to cool off.

Important: Always stand the iron on its heel rest when powered on but not in use.

TO IRON WITH STEAM

1. Turn the fabric-select dial to appropriate setting (between 4 and 6) for your fabric (F). See fabric guide on the heel rest and read label on the garment to help you determine fabric type.

F

2. Turn the dry/steam selector to desired steam level (G).

3. The temperature-ready light glows until it reaches the appropriate temperature. It then cycles on and off during ironing.

4. When finished ironing, turn each dial counterclockwise until it stops turning. Unplug the iron.

5. Stand the iron on its heel rest and allow it to cool off.

	Important: Always stand the iron on its heel rest when powered on but
G
	not in use.

STEAM

Used to remove stubborn creases.

1.With the water tank filled to the MAX mark, set fabric dial to appropriate setting (between 4 and 6) and let iron stand on its heel rest about 90 seconds.

2.Press the steam button to generate a burst of steam (H). For best performance, leave an interval of 5 seconds between bursts.

Note: On first use, pump the button several times.

H

SPRAY

You can use spray at any setting. Check that the water tank is filled with water. Use to dampen tough wrinkles at any setting.

1. Be sure the iron is filled with water.

2. On first use, pump the spray button several times (J).

J

EMPTYING WATER TANK AFTER IRONING

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

1. Turn the fabric-select dial to	. If using steam turn the steam dial
to the lowest setting. Unplug the iron. Stand the iron on its heel rest
and allow it to cool off.

2. To release the water, invert the iron over a sink with the hole in the

Kwater tank facing down. Hold in that position until all the water is emptied from the tank (K).

Suggestions For Each Setting:

Synthetic: Scarves, blouses, knits – iron on the wrong side

Nylon - Silk: lingerie, robes, sleepwear, raincoats – iron on the wrong side

Polyester - Rayon: knits, dresses, blouses, skirts, travel wear – iron on the wrong side

Cotton Blends: Shirts, blouses, knits, uniforms, bed and table linens

Wool: trousers, slacks, jackets, silk scarves and blouses

Cotton - Linen: 100% cotton blouses and shirts, table linens, slacks, summer wear, jackets, blouses

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

2.After cleaning, steam iron over an old cloth to remove any residue from the steam vents.

STORING YOUR IRON

1.Check that the selector is set to .

2.Unplug the iron. Stand the iron on its heel rest and allow it to cool off.

3.Store vertically on its heel rest to prevent water leaking from the soleplate, or you can empty the water tank.

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