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APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION AND ITS ACCESSORIES [Fig. A]
Refer to figure [A] of the illustrated guide to check the equipment supplied with your appliance. All the diagrams
can be found on the cover pages of this instructions for use.
WARNING!
The accessories vary according to model. Identify your model by looking at the illustrations
at the beginning of the instruction manual.
1. boiler safety cap
2. boiler on/off switch
3. iron on/off switch
4. plug
5. steam ready indicator light
6. steam regulation knob
7. no water indicator light
8. pressure gauge
9. iron support mat
10. plate temperature indicator light
11. steam release push-button
12. iron temperature regulation knob
13. funnel
PREPARATION
Sort the linens to be ironed according to the international symbols on the garment label, or if this is missing,
according to the type of fabric.
You can eliminate the risk of scorching fabrics and reduce waiting time by starting to iron items that need a
lower temperature (the iron takes less time to heat up than to cool down).
synthetic, acrylic, nylon, polyester: low temperatures;
silk, wool: medium temperatures;
cotton, linen: high temperatures;
fabric not to be ironed.
ADVICE FOR GOOD IRONING
We recommend using the lowest temperatures with fabrics that have unusual finishes (sequins, embroidery,
flush, etc.). If the fabric is blended (e.g. 40% cotton, 60% synthetics), set the thermostat to the temperature of
the fibre requiring the lowest temperature.
If you do not know the composition of the fabric, test the temperature on a hidden corner of the garment.
Start with a low temperature and increase it gradually until it reaches the ideal temperature. Never iron areas
with traces of perspiration or other marks: the heat of the plate fixes the stains on the fabric, making them
irremovable. Starch is more effective if you use the dry iron at a moderate temperature: excess heat scorches
it with the risk of forming a yellow mark.
To avoid making silk, woollen or synthetic garments shiny, iron them inside out. To avoid making velvet
garments shiny, iron in one direction (following the fibre) and do not press down on the iron.
The more loaded the washing machine, the more creased the garments. This also happens with excessive
spin drying. Many fabrics are easier to iron if they are not completely dry.
For example, silk should always be ironed damp.
