Singer SHG 6201, Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY:
1. Before using the appliance for the first time, remove any labels or protections from the
iron’s plate.
2. Check that the voltage indicated on the data plate corresponds with that of the local
network before connecting the appliance to the supply mains.
3. Always connect the appliance to a grounded outlet.
4. Never leave the appliance unattended while it is connected to the supply mains.
5. Never leave the appliance within child’s reach.
6. If you leave the appliance unattended, even momentarily, always remove the plug
from the wall socket and place the iron on the provided “iron stand”.
7. Do not leave the hot iron on the connection cable or power cord.
8. Do not fill the boiler tank with vinegar or other anti-limestone agents.
9. Always use the provided measure to fill the boiler.
10. Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
11. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
12. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the stand is
placed is stable.
13. The iron is not used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it
is leaking.
14. The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before the water reservoir is filled
with water.
15. Danger of Scalding. The filling aperture can not be released during use. The water
refilling aperture can only be released 30 minutes after the appliance is unplugged.
16. Water may leak from the iron’s soleplate if the steam button is pressed before the
boiler has reached the optimal temperature (after about 8 minutes) or before the
appliance is hot.
17. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they
have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can
use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
18. ATTENTION! Before unscrewing cap, carry out the following operations:
1. Always turn off the boiler by pressing button ;
2. Press the steam button as to let out all the residual steam;
3. Turn off the iron by pressing button
4. Remove the plug from the wall socket;
5. Let the iron cool down for a few minutes;
6. Slowly unscrew cap and wait for the hissing noise of the steam to stop before
unscrewing it completely.
19. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
20. Only replace the boiler cap containing the safety device (calibrated) with another
original spare part.
21. We do not assume the responsibility for any damage caused by the incorrect use of
the appliance or for uses other than those described in this booklet.
22. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
23. Keep the iron and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years of age when it is
energized or cooling down.
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