Steam Generator SGC2
User Guide
Replacing the Anti-Cal Cartridge
The anti-cal system is designed to extend and maintain the performance of the
iron. The system consists of a cartridge containing a compound through which
water from the tank is passed before it reaches the steam generator chamber. This
compound filters out the impurities in hard water before they can be deposited in
the steam generator chamber, reducing steam output.
The anti-cal cartridge refill warning light on the control panel will light up when
the anti-cal cartridge needs replacing.
To replace the cartridge:
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Do NOT turn off the steam generator.
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Remove the water tank by holding the underside of the tank and pulling away
from the base unit:
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Remove the anti-cal cartridge holder from the base unit. Remove and replace
the old anti-cal cartridge with a new cartridge:
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Wait 5 seconds. Replace the cartridge holder in the base unit. Make sure that
the cartridge holder is replaced correctly.
Note:
If the cartridge holder is removed or dislodged while the appliance is
being used, the base unit will ‘beep’. Steam cannot be generated if a cartridge
is not in place.
If a cartridge is replaced while the steam generator is switched off, the system
will not register that a new cartridge has been inserted.
If a new cartridge is not available use distilled water, instead of tap water, and
continue operating the appliance as before.
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Self Cleaning
The anti-cal cartridge will not completely stop the build-up of scale and other
impurities. Therefore, the self cleaning procedure should be carried out at least
once a month, or more often if hard water is used.
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Fill the water tank with cool water.
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Plug the iron into a mains supply and switch it on.
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Set the steam level to maximum and the iron temperature to MIN.
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Carefully hold the iron horizontally over a sink and press and hold the steam
trigger for three minutes. Steam and boiling water will drain from the soleplate,
washing away the scale and minerals that have built up inside the steam
chamber.
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Turn the temperature of the iron to maximum. Ironing a damped cloth will then
remove any deposits on the soleplate.
Storage
Unplug the steam generator from the mains and allow it to fully cool before pouring
away any excess water and putting it away. Store the iron on the base unit, with
the power cord very loosely coiled up. Do NOT tightly wrap the power cord around
the iron or base unit, as it can become damaged and expose the live conductors.
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