Notice Pressure iron & steamer 24/08/06 10:14 Page 4
BEFORE USE
Please read all of the instructions for use and the Important Safeguards carefully. Remove all packaging from the generator. It is normal for a small amount of smoke and a light odor to be produced the first time it is used. This will quickly disappear.
1 • Water recommendations
Tap water
Rowenta irons are designed to be used with REGULAR TAP WATER (up to 12 grains of hardness). If your water is harder than this, Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water with half distilled water which reduces the hardness; or just use inexpensive bottled spring water. Never use 100% distilled water as this can cause the iron to spit and leak.
Softened water
There are many types of household water softeners and the water from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in the steam generator. However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use chemicals such as salt, can cause the appliance to leak or spit during use. If you experience this type of problem, we recommend that you try using inexpensive bottled spring water or untreated tap water.
Once you have changed water it will take several uses to correct the problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam function for the first time on an old towel or cloth that can be discarded to avoid damaging your clothes.
USE
3 • Turning on and off
Plug the generator into a 120 volt electric outlet.
Press on/off switch (B), the iron light and steam indicator light will turn on.
When the steam indicator light turns off (approximately 7 minutes), steam is ready. During ironing the temperature indicator light for the iron and the steam indicator light will
Iron and other impurities
If your water supply contains large amounts of iron or organic matter, these minerals can collect inside the appliance and eventually appear as brown stains. If you experience these problems Rowenta recommends using inexpensive bottled spring water.
Never use 100% pure distilled water.
Always remember :
Battery water and water containing additives (such as starch, perfume or fabric conditioner) may not be used. Such additives can affect the properties of the steam and, at high temperatures, can form deposits in the steam chamber, which will mark the laundry when they are emitted through the steam vents.
Descaling liquids/agents should not be used.
2 • Filling the boiler
The steam generator is designed to operate using tap water. (A).
While unplugged, place the steam generator on a stable horizontal, heat resistant surface. Unscrew the boiler cap.
Using a water pitcher, fill with 33 oz. of water. Do not fill water tank past the base of the boiler cap thread. Do not overfill. Be sure that water does not spill over. If this occurs remove the excess water.
Replace the boiler cap and screw it on tightly.
To fill boiler while you are using the appliance see section “Filling boiler while in use”.
turn on and off. This is normal as the temperature is being regulated.The unit is still on when these lights go out.
To turn the unit off, press the switch(es) in the opposite direction so that the side without the light is depressed. Unplug and leave to cool completely before emptying or putting away. Set the temperature control dial on the iron to the minimum setting before unplugging.
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