042449 - 27/05 Instructions for use
GB 1 • UNDERSTANDING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR 1 2 3 4 5 14 12 11 10 9 7 6 18 17 16 15 13 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. “Precision Steam Jet” nozzle (depending on the model) “Precision Steam Jet” button (depending on the model) Humid steam button (depending on the model) Steam control button Temperature control dial for iron soleplate Iron temperature control light Steam generator boiler (in the base unit) Cord fastener 9. Handles for removing and replacing the water tank 10.
GB 2. PREPARING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR 1. 2. 3. 4. Place your steam generator on a stable, horizontal heat-resistant work surface. Remove the water tank by pulling the handles upwards (1). Fill the water tank taking care not to exceed the maximum level (2). Replace it pushing firmly down in its housing (3). (2) (1) (3) The water to use in your steam generator : Your steam generator has been designed to operate using untreated tap water.
GB 4 • OPERATING THE CONTROL PANEL • Flashing green light : the water is heating up in the boiler. • Continuous green light : steam is ready for use. • Continuous red light : the water tank is empty. • Orange “boiler rinse” light flashes : your boiler needs rinsing. Note: the appliance must be cold (see section 11).
GB Recommendations: 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 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. • Iron temperature control setting : - Start with fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature (•) and finish with those which need higher temperatures (••• or Max).
GB 7 • VERTICAL STEAM IRONING 1. Set the iron temperature control and the steam output control dial (located on the control panel) to the maximum position. 2. Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand. As steam is very hot, never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn, always hang garments on a coat hanger. 3.
GB 10 • MAINTAINING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR • Before cleaning, ensure that the appliance is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron rest have cooled down. • Do not use any cleaning or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate or the base-unit. • Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap. • Do not place the iron on a metal rest as this could damage it. Place it on the iron rest on the base unit : it has non-slip pads and has been designed to withstand high temperatures. 1.
GB Before attempting to rinse the boiler of your generator, it is essential to leave it to cool for at least 2 hours in order to avoid any risk of scalding. If the orange “boiler rinse” light flashes, you can continue ironing normally but remember to rinse the boiler first, the next time that you use it. 1. Check that the generator is cold and unplugged. 2. Place your steam generator on the edge of your sink. 3. Remove the boiler rinsing cover located on the side of the appliance (15). 4.
GB II - TO RINSE THE BOILER WITHOUT THE RINSING ACCESSORY Before attempting to rinse the boiler of your generator, it is essential to leave it to cool for at least 2 hours in order to avoid any risk of scalding. If the orange “boiler rinse” light flashes, you can continue ironing normally but remember to rinse the boiler first, the next time that you use it. 1. Check that the generator is cold and unplugged. 2. Place your steam generator on the edge of your sink. 3.
GB 13 • SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS • Your steam generator is an electrical appliance. It should be used under normal conditions. It is intended for domestic use only. • For your safety, this appliance conforms to the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electomagnetic Compatibility, Materials in contact with foodstuffs, Environmental Directives, as applicable...
GB 14 • IS THERE A PROBLEM ? PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS • The thermostat light and the on/off switch are not illuminated. • The appliance is not switched on. • Check that your appliance is correctly plugged in and press the illuminated on/off switch (on the front of the base-unit). • Droplets of water run through the “Precision Steam Jet” nozzle. • The soleplate is not hot enough. • Wait until the soleplate has reached the correct temperature (iron temperature light goes out).
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