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1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page3 SUMMARY IMPORTANT SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Important safety recommendations ........................................................ p. 6 Before first use................................................................................................. p. 10 PREPARATION Which water should I use?.......................................................................... p. 11 Filling the water tank ...........................................................
1800137332 FV40XX US.
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1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page6 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Read all instructions before using the iron. When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Use iron only for its intended use. 2. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids. 3. Always turn the iron OFF before plugging or unplugging the iron from the electrical outlet.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page7 • Your appliance gives off steam, which may cause burns. Take extra care especially when you are ironing close to the edge or on a corner of your ironing board. Never direct the steam towards people or animals. • Your iron should be used and placed on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. When you put your iron onto its iron rest, make sure that the surface on which you put it is stable. • This product has been designed for domestic use only.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page8 BEFORE FIRST USE Remove any labels from the soleplate before heating the iron. Before using the steam function in your iron for the first time, we recommend that you allow the iron to operate a few moments in a horizontal position without coming into contact with your laundry. Keeping the iron in this position, push the steam button several times.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page9 PREPARATION Which water should I use? • Your appliance was designed to operate using untreated tap water. However, it is necessary to periodically clean the steam chamber to remove any mineral deposits.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page10 USE • Plug in the appliance. Adjusting the temperature and steam • Set the steam control to • Adjust the temperature control, referring to the table below. FABRIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL POSITION LINEN COTTON MAX WOOL SILK/SYNTHETIC (Polyester, Acetate, Acrylic, Polyamide)) ••• •• • = STEAM ZONE • The temperature indicator light turns on. OK • It will turn off automatically once the soleplate achieves the desired temperature.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page11 Your iron heats quickly: begin with fabrics that require lower temperatures. When ironing fabrics with most delicate fibres: set the ironing temperature for the most fragile fibre. The iron will not heat up if the thermostat control is set to "MIN". Dry ironing • Set the temperature according to the fabric to be ironed. • Set the steam control to • You may continue to iron when the indicator light turns off. Getting more steam max.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page12 Vertical steam ironing NO • Hang the item on a hanger and keep the fabric taut with one hand. The steam is very hot; never steam iron clothing while it is being worn - always use a hanger. max. • Set the thermostat control to “MAX” 1 sec. • Press the turbo steam button (turbo steam) in pulses, moving the iron from top to bottom. • Hold the iron at a distance of a few centimetres from the clothing to avoid burning delicate fabrics.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page13 Dampening clothing (Spray) • When dry or steam ironing, press repeatedly on the spray button to moisten clothing and remove stubborn creases. • Ensure that there is water in the tank before using the spray button. NO While ironing • Do not lay the iron down on the soleplate; use the heel rest for this purpose.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page14 IRON STORAGE AND MAINTANANCE Storing your iron • Unplug the iron and wait for the soleplate to cool (approx. 45 min.). 45 min. • Empty the water tank. • Set the steam control to . • Wrap the cord around the bottom of the iron's body. Store the iron on its heel rest.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page15 Cleaning the calc valve (once per month) • Unplug your iron and empty the water tank. • To remove the calc valve, open the water tank cover and pull on the collector near the steam control. 4h • Soak the valve for 4 hours in a glass of commercially available white vinegar or natural lemon juice. • Rinse the valve under the tap. Click • Insert the valve in place, pushing it until you hear a click. Beware! Never touch the end of the valve.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page16 Descaling the steam chamber (once per month) Max. • Allow your iron to heat up with a full water tank while on its heel rest and with the temperature control set to maximum. • Once the indicator light switches off, unplug the iron and place it over a sink. • Remove the calc valve. • Shake the iron gently in a horizontal position above the sink until some of the water (containing the impurities) leaks from the soleplate.
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page17 • Unplug your iron and, once cooled, wipe it with a soft cloth. NO • Never use chemical or abrasive products. During the next use, turn on your iron in a horizontal position without putting it into contact with your laundry in order to eliminate any water containing mineral residues that remain in the soleplate. Cleaning the soleplate • While the soleplate is still cool, clean it with a damp non-metallic pad.
00137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page18 IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR IRON? PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Water is leaking from the holes in the soleplate. You are using the steam when the iron is not hot enough. Wait for the indicator light to turn off. You are using the turbo steam button (turbo steam) too often. Wait a few seconds between each use. You have stored the iron horizontally without emptying the water tank or setting the steam control to .
1800137332 FV40XX US.qxp_110x154 05/11/15 12:15 Page19 PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Your iron produces little to no steam. The water tank is empty. Fill it up. The anti-limescale collector is dirty. Your iron is clogged up with limescale. Clean the anti-limescale collector. Clean the anti-limescale collector and steam chamber. Your iron has been used for too Clean the steam chamber. long in the dry ironing function.
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