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steam jet function; this helps to
fl
ush out
any dirt residues or lint particles trapped
inside the openings in the soleplate.
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The steam output can be continuously
adjusted with the steam control button or
completely switched off for dry ironing (
0
).
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For dry ironing, the water reservoir may
be empty. Should there be water left in
the reservoir, the steam jet function may
also be used when dry-ironing at higher
temperature settings.
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Place the steam iron upright on its base
stand after use and remove the plug from
the wall socket.
Steam Jet
When the steam jet button (
) is
depressed, an additional hot steam jet is
emitted from the soleplate. This function
can be very useful when removing stubborn
creases.
The steam jet function may also be used
with the iron held vertically, to restore the
surface of fabrics.
For a suf
fi
ciently strong steam jet, the
reservoir must be at least a quarter full.
Spray nozzle
The laundry can be dampened by pressing
the spray button (
). This will help to
smooth out dif
fi
cult areas. The spray nozzle
may be used at any temperature level during
dry or steam ironing.
General Care and Cleaning
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Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is
disconnected from the power supply and
has cooled down completely.
∙
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
clean the appliance with water and do not
immerse it in water.
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If necessary, the unit may be wiped with a
dry fuzz-free cloth.
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Starch, fat and other deposits on the
soleplate may be removed with a woollen
cloth soaked in a vinegar-water solution.
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Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning
solutions.
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Do not put vinegar or other descalers into
the water reservoir.
Self-cleaning system
The self-cleaning system
fl
ushes out loose
mineral deposits and keeps the appliance
free of lime and dust particles. Self-cleaning
should be performed if the iron has not
been used for an extended period of time,
or otherwise every 10-15 days. Proceed as
follows:
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Fill the water reservoir up to the maximum
level mark with water.
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Place the iron on its base stand and insert
the plug into the wall socket.
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Set the temperature control to its
maximum.
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Wait until the indicator lamp goes out.
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Remove the plug from the wall socket.
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Hold the iron horizontally over a sink.
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With the self-cleaning button (
)
pressed, swing the iron lightly to and
fro until no more steam or hot water is
emitted.
∙
Pour out any remaining water from the
reservoir.
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Allow the soleplate to cool down before
cleaning it with a damp, lint-free cloth.
Storage
∙
Turn off the steam iron, remove the plug
from the wall socket and let the unit cool
down completely.
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Pour any remaining water out of the
