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Iron Safety
1. Only use an iron for its intended use.
2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse
the iron in water or other liquids.
3. Always turn the iron to OFF before plugging or unplugging
the iron from the electrical outlet. Never pull on the cord
to disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet; instead,
grasp the plug and pull on the plug to disconnect the iron.
4. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool
completely before putting the iron away. Coil the cord
loosely around the iron when storing.
5. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet
before filling the iron with water, emptying the water from
the iron, and when the iron is not in use.
6. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or in the
event the iron has been dropped or damaged or there are
visible signs of damage or it is leaking. To avoid the risk
of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to a
qualified serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect
assembly might result in a risk of electric shock when the
iron is used after reassembly.
7. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
8. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the
surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
9. Close supervision is required for any appliance used
by or near children. Do not leave the iron unattended
while the iron is connected or on an ironing board.
10. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water,
or steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside
down—there might be hot water in the reservoir.
11. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the
same circuit with another high-wattage appliance.
12. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with
an ampere rating equal to or greater than the maximum
rating of the iron shall be used. A cord rated for less
amperage can result in a risk of fire or electric shock due
to overheating. Care shall be taken to arrange the cord so
that it cannot be pulled or be tripped over.
13. The appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
14. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING –
When using your flat iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized
plug (one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock.
The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug
in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully
into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an
electrician replace the outlet.
• Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other
surface may damage that surface.
• Do not iron or vertical-steam clothes that are being worn.
• Do not use vertical steam in the direction of people or pets.
• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke. This
will stop and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
• Many irons spit or sputter during the first few uses with
tap water. This happens as the steam chamber becomes
conditioned. This will stop after a few uses.
• To clean steam vents before first use, prepare iron for steam
ironing and then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes
while letting the iron steam. Press the Steam Burst button
several times to clean the vents. Then follow the self-
cleaning instructions on page 7.
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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