USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SELF CLEANING
It is important to “Self Clean” the iron at least every two weeks to remove scale, calcium, etc. The harder the water, the more often the iron should be self cleaned.
1.Set the variable steam control to “No steam position”.
2.Fill the water tank up to the “MAX” level.
3.Place the iron in the upright position. Plug the iron into the electrical outlet and set the temperature control dial to the maximum temperature.
4.Wait until the iron heats up and thermostat light goes off and then comes on again.
5.Hold the iron horizontally over the sink and slide the variable steam control to the “Self Clean” zone.
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“ See Figure 9.
6.Boiling water and steam will now be ejected from the holes in the soleplate. The impurities and scale are washed away with it.
7.Move the iron back and forth as this happens.
8.Slide the variable steam control lever to the “No steam position” position after one minute or when the water tank is empty.
9.Stand the iron in the upright position to cool down before storing.
STORAGE
1.Always turn the variable steam control to “No steam position” after you have emptied the water tank.
2.Allow the iron to cool down.
3.Always store the iron in the upright position to protect the soleplate.
4.From time to time, clean the exterior of the iron with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
5.If you use spray starch, wipe the soleplate occasionally with a soft damp cloth to prevent the
6.If the iron has not been used for a few weeks, hold the iron horizontally and allow to steam for 2 minutes before ironing.
1.Do not rest iron on soleplate.
2.Never use or rest iron on an unstable surface.
3.While the iron is hot, never set iron on an unprotected surface - even if it is on its heel rest.
4.WARNING! TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER INJURY, before filling the iron with water, make sure that the plug is removed from the outlet.
5.CAUTION: Never fill the iron with fabric conditioner, starches or any other solution, as these will damage the steam mechanism. Do not use contaminated water.
6.WARNING! TO AVOID FIRE, never leave iron unattended while it is plugged in.
7.WARNING! TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, never immerse the iron in water or other liquid.
8. WARNING! TO PREVENT |
ELECTRIC SHOCK, never use the |
iron in a location where it can fall |
or be pulled into water or any |
other liquid. If the iron falls into |
water or any other liquid, unplug it |
immediately. DO NOT reach into |
the water or liquid. |
9. CAUTION: Never use scouring |
pads, abrasive or chemical |
cleaners, or solvents to clean the |
exterior or soleplate of your iron. |
Doing so will scratch and/or |
damage the surface. |
10. WARNING! DO NOT aim iron at |
face, towards yourself, or anyone |
else while using or adjusting |
11.Always store your iron on the iron rest provided with your iron, not on the soleplate. If stored face down, even the smallest amount of moisture will cause the soleplate to corrode and stain.
12.DANGER! Never use the iron if it is damaged or dropped. Using the iron when it is damaged could create the risks of fire, electric shock, injury or death.
Self
Clean
Figure 9
9
steam. Burns or serious injury |
may occur. |
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