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INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE
DUAL VOLTAGE
This appliance utilizes a positive
temperature coefficient (PTC)
heating element and operates over
a range of voltages.
Confirm the voltage available at
each location before using the
appliance.
For connection to a 240-volt supply
or above, use an attachment plug
adaptor (not included) of the
proper configuration for the power
supply receptacle.
USING THE RESERVOIR
Fill the Reservoir with water before
using the Iron
Caution:
The Reservoir Plug area is
very hot immediately after use.
Let it cool down before filling.
To Fill:
1. Turn the Reservoir
counterclockwise while pushing
it into the Iron, separating it
from the rest of the unit.
Refer to Diagram C.
2. Remove the Reservoir Plug from
the Reservoir by turning and
pulling out. Refer to Diagram B.
3. Dampen the felt on the inside of
the cap with tap water for
5 - 6 seconds. Be sure to
dampen the felt of the cap
thoroughly before use. Steam
will not flow out well if the
felt is dry.
4. Fill the Reservoir with tap water.
Do not use any water other than
tap or distilled water, otherwise
malfunctioning may result.
Wipe off any spilled water
before attaching the Reservoir.
5. Insert the Reservoir Plug back
into the Reservoir. Align the Plug
Tabs between the Reservoir
Slots. Push down, twist and
secure into place.
Refer to Diagram B.
6. Replace the Reservoir inside the
top of the Iron. ALign the
Reservoir Tabs with the slots
inside the Iron. Push down and
trun clockwise until it stops.
Refer to the reverse of
Diagram C.
HEATING THE IRON
1. Insert the plug into a an AC
electrical outlet.
2. Slide the Power Switch to ON
indicated by the “1”.
3. When the Heat-Ready Dot
changes from red to black, the
Iron is ready to use. It will take
approximately three minutes for
the Heat-Ready Dot to change.
Diagram C
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