Removing the steam regulator with the anticalc valve

Turn the steam regulator clockwise to the double arrow at the end of the anticalc section and it will lift. Pull it out vertically. Do not touch the anticalc valve at its lower end. Immerse the anticalc valve in vinegar (not vinegar essence) or lemon juice for minimum 30 minutes. Brush off remaining residues and rinse under running water (fig. F 1-5).

Re-inserting the steam regulator

To re-insert the steam regulator follow fig. 6 and 7.

Notice: The iron must not be used without the steam regulator.

G Decalcifying/anticalc system

In order to clean the steam chamber from residues, decalcify it as shown in fig.

G 1-11.

Caution: Hot water and steam will come out from the sole plate when the steam regulator is turned clockwise into the anticalc area.

Wait for the sole plate to cool down, then clean it as described above.

Then refill the tank with water, heat up the iron and press the power shot button 4 times to rinse the iron before ironing (G 12-13).

Do not use commercial decalcifiers, they may damage the iron.

H Trouble-shooting guide

Problem Remedy

Drops coming

Turn the steam

out of the steam

regulator counter-

vents

clock-wise to reduce

 

the steam or turn it off.

 

Take longer intervals

 

when pressing the

 

steam plus button.

Less steam

Check water level.

develops or no

Clean the anticalc

steam at all

valve.

Calcium particles

Decalcify the steam

coming through

chamber.

the steam vents

 

 

 

Subject to change without notice.

This product conforms to the European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage 73/23/EEC.

Guarantee

We grant 1 year guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we will eliminate, free of charge, any defects in the appliance resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, either by repairing or replacing the complete appliance as we may choose.

This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by Braun or its appointed distributor.

This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a negligible effect on the value or operation of the appliance. The guarantee becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorised persons and if original Braun parts are not used.

To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an authorised Braun Customer Service Centre.

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Braun 4 695, 4 696 manual Decalcifying/anticalc system, Trouble-shooting guide
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