Intended use
Your Black & Decker iron has been designed to
remove creases from fabrics using heat & steam
and is not to be used for any other purpose.
This product is intended for household use only.
Read this entire manual carefully
before using the appliance.
Denotes the risk of electric shock.
Safety instructions
• Warning! When using mains-powered
appliances, basic safety precautions,
including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, personal injury and material damage.
• The intended use is described in this manual.
The use of any accessory or attachment or
the performance of any operation with this
appliance other than those recommended in
this instruction manual may present a risk of
personal injury.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
• Always route the cord carefully to avoid a
tripping hazard.
• Never operate an appliance directly below
the socket-outlet it is connected to.
Using your appliance
• Always take care when using the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Do not operate the appliance if your hands
are wet. Do not operate the appliance if you
are barefoot.
• Guide the power supply cord neatly so it
does not hang over the edge of a worktop
and cannot be caught accidentally or tripped
over.
• Never pull the power supply cord to
disconnect the plug from the socket. Keep the
power supply cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
• If the power supply cord is damaged during
use, disconnect the appliance from the power
supply immediately. Do not touch the power
supply cord before disconnecting from the
power supply.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power
supply when not in use and before cleaning.
Safety of others
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the appliance.
• Do not allow children or animals to come near
the work area or to touch the appliance or
power supply cord.
• Close supervision is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
After use
• Switch off and remove the plug from the
socket before leaving the appliance
unattended and before changing, cleaning or
inspecting any parts of the appliance.
• When not in use, the appliance should be
stored in a dry place. Children should not
have access to stored appliances.
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