T-Fal FV32xx series, Instructions Manual

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3-Way automatic shut-off
(depending on model)
The iron is equipped with an electronic system that will automatically cut
the power source to your iron if it is left vertically on its heel for more than
8 minutes, on its soleplate for more than 30 seconds or on its side for more
than 30 seconds.
The auto-off warning light (
fig.10
) will flash when the iron is in the shut
off mode.
• To restart the iron, gently shake the iron until the warning light stops
flashing.
Storing your iron
• Set the steam control lever to and unplug the iron.
• Let the soleplate cool completely and empty the water tank. A small
amount of water may remain in the water tank.
• Wrap the cord around the heel of the iron.
• Store the iron on its heel (
fig.11
).
When the auto-off warning
light is on, it is normal for the
temperature light to remain off.
• Set the temperature control dial to
MAX
(
fig.4
).
• Repeatedly press the
Burst of Steam
button (
fig.7
) and
continuously move the iron over the fabric (
fig.9
).
• Hold the iron a few inches from the fabric to avoid burning delicate
fabrics.
The steam is very hot.
When using the vertical steam
function, always iron with the
garment on a hanger, never
while wearing it.
Cleaning the anti-scale valve
Maintenance and cleaning
It is recommended that you clean the anti-scale valve once a month to
remove scale build up on the valve.
Clean the anti-scale valve as noted below:
• Unplug your iron and empty the water tank.
• Press
the
Self-Clean
ejection button (
fig.12a
) and remove the anti-
scale valve (
fig.12b
)
• Soak the valve (the black section only) in white vinegar or plain lemon
juice for 4 hours.
• Rinse the valve under running water and put the anti-scale valve back.
Unplug your iron and let it cool
completely before cleaning it.
The iron will not function with-
out the anti-scale valve.
Never touch the end of the
valve !
ENG
Cleaning the iron
It is recommended that you clean the iron once a month to slow down
scale build up and prolong the life of the iron.
Clean your iron as noted below:
• Unplug the iron, set the steam control lever to
and fill the water
tank to
MAX
.
• Place the iron on its heel, set the temperature dial to
MAX
, plug in the
iron and wait for the indicator light to go out.
• Unplug the iron and place it horizontally over a sink.
• Press the
Self-Clean
ejection button (
fig.12a
) and remove the anti-
scale valve (
fig.12b
).
• Gently shake the iron over the sink until all of the water (along with
impurities) runs out through the soleplate.
• At the end of the operation, put the anti-scale valve back into the iron
and allow it to heat for 2 minutes on its heel to dry the soleplate.
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