instructions
Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the iron on. Remove all packaging, but keep it in case you ever need to return the iron. important safeguards Follow basic safety precautions, including: 1 This iron must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. Use and store it out of reach of children. 2 Don’t put the iron in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom, near water, or outdoors. 3 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be tripped over or caught.
18 The iron has a protective thermal fuse, which will blow if it overheats. If this happens, the iron will stop working, and must be returned for repair. 19 Don’t use the iron if it’s dropped or damaged, or if it malfunctions or leaks. 20 If the cable is damaged, return the iron, to avoid hazard. household use only before using for the first time • • • • Don’t worry if the iron smokes a bit at first, it’ll stop as the element cures. Iron an old piece of cotton fabric, to clean the soleplate.
temperature setting guide label marking temperature dot setting j cool – nylon, acrylics, polyester • k warm – wool, polyester mixtures •• l hot – cotton, linen/jeans, denim • • •/max i do not iron , If the instructions on the fabric label differ from this guide, follow those on the label. reducing temperature 20 Reducing the temperature takes a bit longer, as the element has to lose the heat it has built up, so be patient.
dry ironing , If you’re going to be dry ironing for 15 minutes or more, empty the reservoir first, to avoid spontaneous bursts of steam. 38 Move the steam control to S. 39 Wait till the thermostat light goes out, then start ironing. vertical steaming 40 Remove wrinkles from hanging clothes, hanging curtains, and furnishing fabrics. 41 Check that there’s adequate ventilation behind the fabric, otherwise moisture may build up, causing mildew.
9 When the reservoir is empty, release the C button. 70 Sit the iron on its heel to cool. 71 When it’s cold, wipe off any moisture, and wind the cable round the heel. 72 Store the iron on its heel, to avoid corrosion and damage to the soleplate. anti-scale 73 The anti-scale agent incorporated in the iron helps prevent the build-up of scale. 74 Don’t use a descaling solution, or you’ll destroy the anti-scale agent. cleaning 75 Unplug the iron when not in use, before moving and before cleaning.
connection The product must be earthed. It has a 13A BS1362 fuse in a 13A BS1363 plug. To replace the plug, fit the green/yellow wire to E or E, the blue wire to N, and the brown wire to L. Fit the cord grip. If in doubt, call an electrician. Don’t use a non-rewireable plug unless the fuse cover is in place. If you remove the plug, dispose of it.
