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In the interest of your own safety, inspect the device for damage each time before
you use it. It should only be used if the device, the mains cable and the mains plug
are not damaged in any way!
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In the event of damage/faults, switch the device off immediately.
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Never try to repair an electrical device or replace parts yourself. If defects of the
device, the mains cable or the mains plug occur, the device may no longer be used.
Get in touch with your nearest customer service centre/specialist dealer or, in the
event of damage, please contact our customer service department.
Avoiding Damage to Material, Property and the Device
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Position the cable in such a way that it does not become squashed or bent and does
not come into contact with hot surfaces.
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Only iron on a stable,
fl
at, heat-resistant and moisture-resistant surface. We recom-
mend that you use a standard ironing board.
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Do not iron on surfaces made from glass or plastic.
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Always work with suf
fi
cient lighting.
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Never exceed the maximum
fi
ll level (note
max
marking on the water reservoir!). If
possible, only
fi
ll the device with distilled water.
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Never pour any cleaning agent or other chemical additives into the device. This
could destroy the device and safe working is no longer guaranteed.
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Do not pour any descaling agents into the water reservoir.
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Do not pour hot water into the water reservoir.
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Open the water reservoir cover only to
fi
ll the water reservoir. Otherwise keep the
cover closed while operating the iron.
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Never cover up the steam nozzles and do not stick any objects into them.
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Operate the steam switches only when the water reservoir is
fi
lled with water as
otherwise the water pump may be damaged and the useful service life of the device
may be shortened.
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Maintain a suf
fi
cient distance from heat sources such as hobs or ovens in order not
to damage the device.
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Do not drop the device or allow it to be knocked violently.
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Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, wide temperature variations,
moisture, wet conditions or direct sunlight.
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Always test the device
fi
rst on a small, inconspicuous spot on the clothing.
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Never iron for too long on one spot to prevent damage to the clothing.
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Place the device on an even, stable surface during and shortly after use. Always
place the device upright on its base to prevent damage to the surface which could
be caused by the hot bottom section of the iron.
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Put the device back into its storage position only once it has completely cooled down
and there is no more water in the water reservoir.
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Store the device in a dry, clean place that is not accessible to children. When you do
this, place the device upright on its base on a
fl
at, stable surface.
