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EMPTYING THE WATER TANK
The water tank should be emptied after each use.
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Unplug the steam iron from the power supply.
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While the steam iron is still warm, hold the steam iron over a sink and allow the steam iron to drain by tipping the point of the steam iron down
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Gently shake the steam iron to loosen any water drops that may be trapped. The warmth of the iron should dry out any remaining water.
NOTE: If you empty the water tank after the steam iron has cooled down, set the steam iron in an upright position on its heel rest, plug it in and set the temperature to the maximum, heat for 2 minutes. Unplug
the steam iron from the power supply.
SPRAYING
As long as there is enough water in the water tank, you may use the spray button at any temperature setting either on steam or dry ironing.
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Press the spray button several times to activate the pump while you are ironing.
STEAM IRONING
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With the unit unplugged, fill the steam iron with water, press down the steam button.
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Stand the steam iron on its heel rest in an upright position on an iron-safe surface and plug in.
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Set the temperature to the maximum.
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Set the steam flow with regulator.
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When the light indicator is off, the steam iron has reached the desired temperature. Press up the steam button.
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When finished, unplug the appliance from the power supply.
CAUTION: Avoid coming in contact with escaping steam.
DRY IRONING
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The steam iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the water tank, however it is best to avoid having the water tank too full of water while dry ironing.
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Stand the steam iron on its heel rest in an upright position on an iron-safe surface, press down the steam button and plug it in.
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Select the temperature best suited for the fabric to be ironed.
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When the light indicator is off, ironing may commence.
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When finished, unplug the appliance from the power supply.
CAUTION: If the steam iron has been used for a long time, is hot and there is no water, do not refill it with water until the steam iron has cooled down.
CLEANING
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Before cleaning the steam iron ensure it is unplugged from the power supply and has completely cooled down.
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Clean the exterior with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
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Do not use abrasive cleaners.
STORAGE
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Unplug the steam iron from the power supply and allow cooling down completely.
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Empty the water tank after each use, and then wrap the cord around the heel rest.
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To protect the soleplate, place the steam iron in an upright position on its heel rest.
