UFESA PV1521, Operating Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH
Thank you for purchasing this model of the Ufesa steam
iron.
This appliance has been designed exclusively for domestic
use and must not be used for industrial purposes.
Carefully read through the operating instructions for the
appliance and safeguard them for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNING
Danger of electric shocks or fire!
This appliance is to be connected and used in accordance with the
information stated on its rating plate.
Never plug the appliance into the mains supply if the cable or the
appliance itself shows visible signs of damage.
This appliance must be connected to an earthed socket. If it is
absolutely necessary to use an extension cable, make sure that it is
suitable for 16A or more and has a socket with an earth connection.
Never immerse the iron in water or any other fluid.
The appliance must never be placed under the tap to fill the water.
Do not leave the appliance exposed to weather conditions (rain, sun,
frost, etc.)
The electrical plug must not be removed from the socket by pulling
the cable.
Unplug the appliance from the mains supply after each use, or if a
fault is suspected.
Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with the soleplate
when it is hot.
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 give
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.
Keep the iron and its cord out of reach of
children less than 8 years of age when it
is energized or cooling down.
The appliance must be used and placed
on a stable surface.
When placed in a support, make sure that
the surface on which the support stands
is stable.
The iron should not be used if it has
been dropped, if there are visible signs
of damage or if it is leaking water, it must
be checked by an authorized Technical
Service Centre before it can be used
again.
Remove the plug from the socket before
filling the appliance with water or before
pouring out the remaining water after use.
With the aim of avoiding dangerous
situations, any work or repair that the
appliance may need, e.g. replacing a faulty
mains cable, must only be carried out by
qualified personnel from an Authorized
Technical Service Centre.
Unplug the iron from the mains supply
when you have to leave the iron
unattended.
DESCRIPTION
1. Soleplate
2. Water tank
3. Spray nozzle
4. Filling inlet cover
5. Steam regulator
6. Spray button
7. Super steam button
8. Temperature regulator
9. Pilot lamp
10. “calc Function” button
BEFORE USING THE IRON FOR THE FIRST TIME
Fill the iron’s water tank (2) and set the temperature regulator (8) to
the “Max” position.
Plug the appliance in and when the iron reaches the selected
temperature (the pilot lamp (9) will go out), evaporate the water by
setting the steam regulator (5) to the “ ” position and pressing the
super steam button (7) repeatedly.
When using the steam for the first time, first try it away from the
clothes just in case there is any dirt lodged in the steam chamber.
HOW TO USE THE IRON
The pilot lamp (9) will stay lit while the iron is heating up and go out
as soon as it has reached the selected temperature. Once the iron is
hot, you can start ironing even while it continues to heat itself.
Sort your garments out based on their cleaning symbol labels, always
starting with clothes that have to be ironed at low temperature.
• Synthetic fibers low temperature
•• Silk-Wool Medium temperature
••• Cotton – Linen High temperature
FILLING THE WATER TANK (A)
Set the steam regulator (5) to the “ ” position and unplug the iron
from the wall socket.
Only use clean tap water, without any type of additive. Any other type
of liquid could damage the appliance.
The water level should not exceed the “Max” line marked on the