21. Only switch the appliance on when it is in a
ready-to-work position.
22. Work in a room which is suitably well-lit
and clean, with an easily accessible socket.
23. During use, place the appliance on a hori-
zontal surface. The iron must only be rested on
the special stand.
24. The appliance must be used and rested on
a flat, stable surface.
25. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure
that the supporting surface is stable.
26. The iron must not be used if it has been
dropped, if it shows visible signs of damage or
if it is leaking water.
27. Smoke may be emitted from the appliance
the first time it is used. This is a temporary and
perfectly normal occurrence, caused by the
fact that some components are slightly lubri-
cated.
28. When stepping away from the iron, even
briefly, switch it off, rest it on its stand, and
always plug out the power cord.
29. When inserting the water tank into the
body of the appliance, push it gently into the
space provided for it until you hear a click, to
prevent water leakage.
RISK OF DAMAGE TO
36. Place the appliance on a work surface
which can withstand a temperature of at least
90°C/194°F. Do not place the appliance on
fragile surfaces.
37. Do not pass the sole plate of the iron over
zips or hard materials, to avoid damaging
them.
38. Do not rest the iron on the connection
cable or the power cord while it is hot. Be par-
DANGER OF BURNS
30. Do not grasp the body of the appliance or
the electric base to lift it; rather, lift the iron
by its handle only.
31. Do not attempt to iron clothes which are
being worn.
32. Do not touch the metal parts of the iron
while it is in use and for several minutes after
switching it off, as they may cause burns.
33. Do not direct jets of steam towards body
parts or pets.
34. Only put the appliance away once it has
cooled down completely.
35. BE CAREFUL! Hot surfaces. The surfaces
become very hot during use.
the iron; therefore, normal tap water can be
used.The anti-limescale cartridge must be re-
placed every 6-8 months. Damages caused as a
result of limescale are not covered by the war-
ranty.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REF-
ERENCE.
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