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If the fabric contains mixed fibres, select the lowest ironing temperature of the
composition, e.g. iron a 60% polyester /40% cotton mix at the temperature indicated for
polyester.
The iron heats up quicker than it cools down. Sort fabrics to be ironed into groups
according to temperature: wool with wool, cotton with cotton, etc. Start by ironing articles
requiring low temperature settings and progress to higher ones.
Note: Do not iron garments that are dirty or stained. The iron’s heat may set the stain. Pure
(100%) wool fabrics may be pressed with the iron set to a steam position and the garment
protected by a dry cloth.
First Time Use
Inspect the iron carefully.
Check that the voltage marked on the rating label matches your mains voltage.
Remove any protective film from the soleplate. Polish the soleplate lightly with a clean soft
cloth to remove any residues.
Maintaining the finish of the iron’s soleplate is essential. Keep the soleplate smooth: do not scratch it on
metal objects (e.g. the edge of the ironing board, buttons, zippers, etc.) as these may impair performance.
Ironing Temperatures
Check the ironing instructions attached to the article (they are on a label showing a
symbol of an iron). Always follow these ironing instructions. The indications on the iron’s
Temperature Dial
and the table below will help you.
If there are no ironing instructions but you know the fabric, then use the table below. The
table is valid only for the actual material and does not take into account any finish applied
to the fabric. Fabrics to which a finish has been applied (wrinkle relief, printed T shirts etc.)
should be ironed at a lower temperature.
GARMENT LABEL
FABRIC TYPE
THERMOSTAT REGULATION
Synthetic
•
Low temperature
Silk-wool
• •
Medium temperature
Cotton-linen
• • •
High temperature
Fabric not to be ironed
