Important safeguards
•Before using the iron, read the use instructions completely. Keep the use instructions during the entire life of the appliance.
•Make sure your voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the iron.
•Always unplug the iron before filling with water. Always pull the plug, not the cord.
•The cord should never come in contact with hot objects or the sole plate.
•Never immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
•The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
•During ironing pauses, always place the iron upright on its heel rest and ensure that the heel rest is placed on a stable surface.
•The iron must not be left unattended while it is connected to the mains supply.
•Keep the iron away from children, especially when using the Power shot function. Electric irons combine high temperatures and hot steam that could lead to burns.
•Never iron or dampen clothes while wearing them.
•The iron is not to be used if it has dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking. Regularly check the cord for damage.
•If the appliance (including cord) shows any defect, stop using it and take it to a Braun Service Centre for repair. Faulty or unqualified repair work may cause accidents or injury to the user. Braun electric appliances meet applicable safety standards.
A Description
1Spray nozzle
2Water tank opening
3Steam regulator
4Spray button
5Power shot button
6Temperature selector
7Pilot light
8Heel rest
B Before starting off
This iron is designed for tap water. If you have extremely hard water, we recommend that you use a mixture of 50 % tap water and 50 % distilled water. Fill the water tank to «max» marking. Never use distilled water exclusively. Do not add any additives (e.g. starch).
•Before filling with water, turn off the steam regulator («0» = steam off).
•Holding the iron slightly inclined (as shown in B), fill the water tank up to the «max» marking.
•Place the iron upright on its heel rest and connect it to the mains.
Select the temperature according to the ironing guide on the heel rest of the iron or on the label in your garments.
The pilot light (7) goes off when the desired temperature is reached (after approx. 1 1/2 min.).
C Ironing
1Vario steam
You can select the steam quantity using the steam regulator (3).
(0= no steam, 
= maximum steam).
Notice: While ironing, do not turn the steam regulator beyond 
.
The temperature selector (6) has to be set within the red range (between «••» and «max»).
Preconditioning
(only with model SI 2040)
Steam also develops horizontally at the front area of the sole plate. This preconditions the textiles by «pre-steaming», thus making ironing easier.
Be careful – steam comes out laterally.
2Power shot
Prior to use, press the Power shot button (5)
3 to 4 times to activate it.
Press the Power shot button in intervals of at least 5 seconds.
Power shot can be activated when dry ironing. The temperature selector has to be within the solid red range (between «•••» and «max»).
Models SI 2030 and SI 2040 only:
The Power shot function can also be used in the vertical position for steaming hanging clothes.
3Spray function
Press the spray button (4).
4Dry ironing
Set the steam regulator (3) on position «0» (= steam off).
D After ironing
Unplug the iron and turn the steam regulator to position «0». To prolong the life of the iron, empty the water tank. Store the cool iron in a dry place always standing on its heel rest.
E Maintenance and cleaning
To prevent damaging the sole plate, do not iron over metal buttons or zippers. Clean the sole plate regularly with a damp cloth. To remove mineral/starch residues, use a vinegar/water mixture in the ratio of 1: 2. Never use steel wool, abrasive scouring pads, powders or other chemicals to clean the sole plate.
F Cleaning the anticalc valve
The anticalc valve located on the lower end of the steam regulator (3) has to be decalcified regularly (e.g. whenever steam development is insufficient). For this, the water tank has to be empty.
Removing the steam regulator with the anticalc valve:
Turn the steam regulator clockwise towards 
. Keep on turning firmly beyond the resistance until the steam regulator is lifted. When positioned at «•» (anticalc system), 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 a minimum of 30 minutes. Brush off remaining residues and rinse under running water
(fig. F 1–5).
Re-inserting the steam regulator:
When re-inserting the steam regulator, make sure the steam regulator base still points on setting «•» (anticalc system) (fig. F 6). When firmly pushing down the steam regulator, it turns back to 
(fig. F 7) where it catches.
G Decalcifying / anticalc system
In order to clean the steam chamber from residues, decalcify it as shown in picture section G 1–11.
Caution: Hot water and steam will come out from the sole plate when the steam regulator is turned clockwise beyond 
.
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 four times to rinse the iron before ironing (fig. G 12–14).
Do not use commercial decalcifiers, they may damage the iron.
Trouble-shooting guide
Problem | Remedy |
| |
Drops coming out of | Turn the steam regulator |
the steam vents | anti-clockwise to reduce |
| the steam or turn it off. |
| Take longer intervals when |
| pressing the Power shot |
| button. |
| Select a higher tempera- |
| ture setting. |
Less steam develops | Check water level. Clean |
or no steam at all | the anticalc 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 2004/108/EC and Low Voltage 2006/95/EC.
Please do not dispose of the product in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Disposal can take place at a Braun Service Centre or at appropriate collection points provided in your country.
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 opera- tion 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.
For UK only:
This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.
