operation

CAUTION: Do not allow the soleplate (14) to touch delicate fabrics! Do not direct the steam toward persons or pets. Danger of scalding!

NOTE: The iron may be too hot for some fabrics when using the steam setting.

Dry ironing

Connect the iron to a suitable wall outlet.

Turn the function knob (4) left to the dry ironing position (ill. g ).

Set the temperature ( Setting the temperature).

Repeatedly press the fabric setting button (7), until the desired setting is displayed ( Fabric setting chart).

Do not preheat the iron with the soleplate facing down. Always place the iron on its heel (10) (ill. d ).

Press the fabric setting button (7), until

is displayed. Disconnect the iron from

 

the wall outlet.

 

Let the iron cool completely, and remove water ( Turning the iron off and emptying the water reservoir).

CAUTION: During the cooling process, do not touch the soleplate (14) to feel the temperature (ill. e ). Danger of burns!

Store the iron on its heel (10) in a safe place ( Storage).

NOTE: When changing the temperature setting please allow the steam iron a minute to adjust.

NOTE: The spray function only works when there is water in the reservoir (12). If the spray is being used for the first time, or if the iron has been standing for some time, you may need to press the spray button (5) a few times to prime the spray pump before it works correctly.

NOTE: The steam burst function only works when there is water in the reservoir (12).

Anti-drip function

The anti-drip system is designed to prevent water escaping from the soleplate (14) when the iron is too cold. During use, the anti-drip system may emit a clicking sound, particularly while heating up or cooling down. This is perfectly normal and indicates that the system is functioning correctly.

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GE 169233 manual Dry ironing, Anti-drip function