6. Shake the base unit for 2 minutes
and then empty it
completely
over a sink or bucket
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.
Repeat this process.
7. Important : Before closing, make sure no water remains in
the boiler.
8. Replace and tighten the drain screw with a coin
.
9. Replace the drain screw cover.
WATER RECOMMENDATIONS
Tap water
Rowenta irons are designed to be used with REGULAR TAP
WATER (up to 12 grains of hardness). If your water is harder
than this, Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water with
half distilled water which reduces the hardness; or just use
inexpensive bottled spring water. Never use 100 % distilled
water as this can cause the iron to spit and leak.
Softened water
There are many types of household water softeners and the
water from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in
steam generator. However, some types of softeners,
particularly those that use chemicals such as salt, can cause the
appliance to leak or spit during use. If you experience this type
of problem, we recommend that you try using inexpensive
bottled spring water or untreated tap water. Never use 100 %
pure distilled water.
Once you have changed water it will take several uses to
correct the problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam
function for the first time on an old towel or cloth that can be
discarded to avoid damaging your clothes.
Iron and other impurities
If your water supply contains large amounts of iron or organic
matter, these minerals can collect inside the appliance and
eventually appear as brown stains. If you experience these
problems Rowenta recommends using inexpensive bottles
spring water.
Never use 100 % pure distilled water.
Always remember:
Battery water and water containing additives (such as starch,
perfume or fabric conditioner) may not be used. Such
additives can affect the properties of the steam and, at
high
temperatures, can form deposits in the steam chamber, which
will mark the laundry when they are emitted through the
steam vents.
Descaling liquids/agents should not be used.
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