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•Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature and finish with those which need higher temperatures (••• or Max).
•To prime the steam circuit, either before using the iron for the first time, or if you have not used the steam function for a few minutes, press the steam control button (C) several times in a row, holding the iron away from your clothes.This will enable any cold water to be removed from the steam circuit.
•For delicate fabrics, press the steam control button (on the handle of the iron) intermittently to avoid possible water droplets appearing with the steam.
•If you are using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed.
Mixed fibre fabrics : set the ironing temperature to the setting for the most delicate fabric.
Woollen garments : press repeatedly on the steam control button (C) to obtain short bursts of steam, without placing the iron on the garment itself.
This will avoid making the fabric shiny.
Dry ironing
• Do not press on the steam control button (C).
Vertical steam ironing
•Set the iron temperature dial and the steam flow adjustment dial (according to model) to the max. position.
•Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.
•Press repeatedly on the steam control button (C) (on the iron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom (D).
As steam is very hot, never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn, always hang garment on a coat hanger. For fabrics other than linen or cotton, hold the iron a few centimetres from the garment to avoid burning the fabric.
Never unscrew the boiler cap while it’s still steaming.
Filling the boiler during use
•VERY IMPORTANT : Before opening your boiler, ensure that there is no more steam left inside by pressing the steam control button (C) located on the handle of the iron and keep it pressed down until there is no more steam.
•Stop the generator by pressing the on/off switch and disconnecting the plug.
•Slowly unscrew the boiler cap.
•Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water.
•Fill the boiler (A), taking care that the water does not spill over. If this occurs, remove the excess water.
•Replace the boiler cap, screwing on tightly, reconnect your generator to the mains, and switch it on.
•Wait until the boiler heats up. After approximately 8 minutes or when the steam ready indicator light comes on (according to model), the steam is ready.
Storing the generator
•Turn off at the main switch and unplug.
•Wind the electric cord around the cord tidy (F).
•Place the iron on the rest.
•Slot the extension cord outlet in the notch (according to model). Take the end of the cord support and press to return the flexible part into the base (E).
•Storing the steam cord (G).
•Leave the steam generator to cool down before putting it away if it is stored in a cupboard or confined space.
•You can store your steam generator in complete safety.
Never place the iron on a metal rest as this could damage it.
Place it on the
Maintenance and cleaning
Before cleaning, ensure that your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron rest have cooled down.
Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate or the base unit. Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.
Cleaning the soleplate
• Regularly clean the soleplate with a
Cleaning the unit
• Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft dampened cloth.
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