Care and Cleaning
After each use
1.Turn the power off and remove the plug from the power outlet.
2.Allow the iron to cool before winding the cord around the
Storage
Empty the tank before storage.
Always store the iron on the base of the steam generator.
Cleaning
To clean the exterior of your iron, wipe over with a damp soft cloth and wipe dry.
Caution: Do not use harsh abrasives, chemical cleaners or solvents to clean the exterior of your iron as these will damage the surface.
Cleaning the steam holes
To remove build up from the steam holes which may affect steam performance, use a cotton wool tip moistened in methylated spirits.
Cleaning the soleplate
Wipe with a soft damp cloth and wipe dry.
Caution: Do not use scouring pads, abrasives or harsh cleaners to clean your soleplate, as these will scratch and damage the surface.
Screw driver | Boiler cap |
Calc Clean Reminder
Mineral deposits in tap water solidify when the water is heated and can build up in the steam holes and boiler system which can affect steam performance. It is important to regularly flush out the boiler to maintain the performance of the ironing system.
The Calc Clean light illuminates BLUE to remind you when it is time to flush the boiler. The Calc Clean light illuminates after approximately 8 hours of use.
Calc Clean instructions – using Sunbeam Ironing System Descaling Tablets
1.To flush the boiler, turn the unit off and wait for it to cool completely (approx 2 hours).
2.Place the unit on a waterproof surface, or on the edge of the sink.
3.Tilt the steam generator onto its side so that the bottom surface is visible.
Caution: if the unit has been used prior to cleaning the boiler cap will be very hot. Ensure that the unit has cooled completely before commencing the Calc cleaning process.
4.Use the screw driver provided to slowly release the boiler cap. See fig 6.
Note: The boiler cap needs to be turned slowly to release any remaining steam.
Figure 6 | 11 |
