Singer SHG 6201, Instruction Manual

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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
In particular:
- Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet.
- Do not use the appliance in bathrooms.
- Do not pull the supply cable or the appliance to remove the plug form the socket.
- Do not leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain, sun, frost, etc.).
- Do not allow the appliance to be used by children or irresponsible persons unless
under supervision.
- Do not immerse the appliance in water.
- Do not leave the iron unattended when it is switched on, as this may be a source of
danger.
- Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operations, always disconnect the
appliance from the mains power supply by removing the plug.
- In the event of failure or malfunction, switch off the appliance and do not attempt to
carry out repairs. Contact an authorized Service Center and insist on original spare
parts. Failure to observe the above points may affect the safety of the appliance.
- Should you decide not to use the appliance again, remove the plug from the socket
and cut the supply cable to render the appliance completely inoperative.
- Installation must be carried out according to the manufacture’s instructions.
- The supply cable must not be replaced by the user, as this requires the use of special
tools, if the supply cable is damaged, contact an authorized Service center.
- Do not fill the appliance under a running tap.
- Do not allow the supply cable to come into contact with the ironing plate.
- If the safety cutout intervenes, the iron will no longer function. To restore normal
operation. Contact a qualified electrician.
- Never direct the steam jet in the direction of persons, as this may be extremely
dangerous.
- Do not use the iron on very wet fabrics.
- Do not overfill the water tank and do not add stain-removers of similar products to
water.
- Remove the plug from the mains socket when the appliance is not in use. Do not leave
the appliance switched on unnecessarily.
- The boiler must never be moved during operation.
- Never unscrew the boiler cap when the appliance is connected to the power supply
network.
- Use a funnel to fill the boiler without causing the water to overflow.
- The boiler must be placed on a flat surface that is particularly resistant to high
temperatures.
- Keep this booklet in safe place for future reference. This appliance complies with EEC
Directive 87/308 (D.M. 13/04/89) regarding the suppression of radio disturbance
STEAM IRONING
Before ironing, check that the garment to be ironed is suitable for steam ironing.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
How to fill the boiler tank before use
DO NOT UNSCREW THE BOILER CAP UNLESS YOU ARE SURE THAT THE
APPLIANCE HAS BEEN UNPLUGGED FROM THE OUTLET AND THAT THE
PRESSURE INSIDE HAS BEEN RELEASED.
Do not unscrew the boiler cap unless you are sure that the appliance has been
unplugged from the outlet.
When water in boiler is lack,” Lack water” pilot lamp lights up,
Unscrew safety cap. Pour 1.2 liters of normal tap water into the tank by means of funnel.
Screw the safety cap on tightly.
How to start the appliance
STEAM IRONING
1. Set the iron temperature to the “COTTON-LINEN” steam position, by turning the
knob. All types of fabric can be ironed at this temperature.
2. Wait for the “Steam ready” pilot go on and the thermostat pilot light go off.
3. Push Steam button (10) on the iron to release bursts of steam form the holes on the
soleplate.
4. Regulate the steam capacity by turning the steam regulator (14).
5. Use the “Steam Holding System” can keep the steam burst without the finger
pressure.
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