The pilot light will turn ‘OFF’ when the indicated setting reaches
the correct temperature. The iron is now ready for use. During
use the indicator will come on and off as the thermostat main-
tains the iron at the correct temperature setting.
Steam Ironing
Steam Ironing should be carried out at the highest settings on
the temperature dial.
The quantity of steam is regulated by the
Steam Control
. Move
the steam selector to a suitable position depending on the
quantity of steam required and the ironing temperature.
Warning:
the iron gives off
steam continuously only
if you hold the iron hori-
zontally. You can stop the
continuous steam by plac-
ing the iron in a vertical
position or by moving the
steam selector to
Ø
.
Shot of Steam
This feature may be used during steam or dry ironing but only
when the iron is at highest settings.
Press the Shot of Steam
button to release a surge
of steam. You may need
to press the button a few
times to prime the system.
Wait a few seconds for the
steam to penetrate the
fabric before pressing the
button again.
Use no more than 3 bursts at any one time.
Excessive use of this feature will cause the iron to cool, and the
pilot light will illuminate. If this happens, wait for the pilot light
to go out before using the feature again.
Vertical Shot of Steam
Warning:
DO NOT allow anyone to come near you during this
process. NEVER allow steam to get anywhere near your body or
clothing or apply steam to clothes or fabrics that are being worn
by human or pets.
DANGER OF SCALDING.
Hold the iron facing away from you at all times. DO NOT OVER-
REACH or operate the iron while standing on a ladder etc.
Method:
Set the iron to its highest temperature and wait for the pilot light
to go out.
Set the iron vertical. Hold
the iron away from you
and 15 – 30 cm from the
garment.
Press the Shot of Steam
Button once. Steam will
penetrate into the garment
removing the wrinkles.
For stubborn wrinkles:
set the iron back on its stand and wait a few seconds. Repeat
the procedure once more. Most wrinkles can be removed within
three presses.
Spray Button
Press the spray button to spray water on the material. It may be
used for steam or dry ironing.
Note:
To avoid staining, do not use the spray on silk or synthet-
ics, and be careful when
you iron delicate fabrics.
Note:
For Spray and Shot
of Steam functions to op-
erate, the water tank must
be at least one-quarter
full. If these features stop
working place the iron on
its stand and fill the water tank.
During Ironing:
In between operations always stand the iron
on its heel. NEVER leave the iron face down.
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After you have finished ironing:
Set the steam control to minimum.
Switch the iron off at the mains and unplug.
Stand the iron on its heel and let
the iron cool down fully.
When the iron is cool:
Invert the iron, open the filler
and pour away the excess water
from the tank.
When pouring away the water,
gently shake the iron to remove
any loose particles from the
tank.
Care and Cleaning
Unplug the iron from the mains and allow it to cool down fully.
Cleaning:
To remove starch or other deposits from the sole-
plate, apply a small amount of mild cleaner to a damp cloth,
forming a paste on the cloth. Gently rub the soleplate, then wipe
with a moist cloth. The body of the iron may now be cleaned
with a barely damp cloth and then dried thoroughly. Do not wet
the appliance body, cord or mains plug.
CAUTION:
Never use scouring pads, abrasives or harsh cleaners
on the iron body or the soleplate.
Self Cleaning:
This function removes the scales and minerals
built up in the Steam Chamber. The iron will remain in the best
condition if this function is performed at least once a month or
more regularly depending on the hardness of the water.
1. Half-fill the water tank.
2. Stand the Iron upright on its stand.
3. Set the steam control to minimum.
4. Turn the Temperature Dial to its maximum setting.
5. Plug the iron in and switch on.
6. Wait until the iron is hot and the pilot light goes off. Now
allow the pilot light to come on and go off a second time.
7. Turn the Temperature Dial to minimum.
8. Unplug the iron
from the mains supply.
9. Hold the iron hori-
zontally over a sink.
10. Press and hold the
Self-Cleaning button.
Steam and boiling hot
water will drain from
the holes on the sole-
plate washing away the scales and minerals that have built up
inside the Steam Chamber.
Keep skin and body away from the hot water - DANGER OF
SCALDING!
11. Gently shake the iron until the water tank is empty.
12. When Self-Cleaning is complete, release the Self-Cleaning
button and set the iron back on its heel rest to cool down.
11. When cool, wipe the soleplate clean with a soft cloth
Storage:
When not in use the iron should be securely stored
out of the reach of children. Store the iron on its heel with the
cord loosely looped around the body. Do NOT store the iron on
its soleplate or you may damage the finish.
Warranty
Your TESCO iron is covered by a warranty for 12 months from the
date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period, please
return the unit to your nearest Tesco store together with the
original receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty
in no way affects your consumer rights.
UK: Waste electrical products should not be dis-
posed of with household waste. Separate disposal
facilities exist, for your nearest facilities. See www.
recycle-more.co.uk or in-store for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste
electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities
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