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1 • Water recommendations
Tap water
Rowenta irons are designed to be used with
REGULAR TAP WATER (up to 12 grains of
hardness). If your water is harder than this,
Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water
with half distilled water which reduces the
hardness; or just use inexpensive bottled
spring water. Never use 100% distilled water
as this can cause the iron to spit and leak.
Softened water
There are many types of household water
softeners and the water from many of them is
perfectly acceptable for use in the steam
generator. However, some types of softeners,
particularly those that use chemicals such as
salt, can cause the appliance to leak or spit
during use. If you experience this type of
problem, we recommend that you try using
inexpensive bottled spring water or untreated
tap water.
Once you have changed water it will take
several uses to correct the problem. Rowenta
recommends trying the steam function for the
first time on an old towel or cloth that can be
discarded to avoid damaging your clothes.
Iron and other impurities
If your water supply contains large amounts of
iron or organic matter, these minerals can
collect inside the appliance and eventually
appear as brown stains. If you experience
these problems Rowenta recommends using
inexpensive bottled spring water.
Always remember :
Battery water and water containing additives
(such as starch, perfume or fabric conditioner)
may not be used. Such additives can affect the
properties of the steam and, at high
temperatures, can form deposits in the steam
chamber, which will mark the laundry when
they are emitted through the steam vents.
2 • Filling the boiler
The steam generator is designed to operate
using tap water. (
A
).
While unplugged, place the steam generator
on a stable horizontal, heat resistant surface.
Unscrew the boiler cap.
Using a water pitcher, fill with 33 oz. of water.
Do not fill water tank past the base of the
boiler cap thread. Do not overfill. Be sure that
water does not spill over. If this occurs remove
the excess water.
Replace the boiler cap and screw it on tightly.
Never use 100% pure distilled water.
Descaling liquids/agents should not be used.
To fill boiler while you are using the
appliance see section “Filling boiler while in
use”.
Please read all of the instructions for use
and the Important Safeguards carefully.
Remove all packaging from the generator. It
is normal for a small amount of smoke and
a light odor to be produced the first time it is
used. This will quickly disappear.
BEFORE USE
DESCRIPTION
1.
Steam button
2.
Temperature control dial
3.
Boiler cap
4.
Boiler unit/water tank
5.
On/Off switch iron
6.
Steam output control dial
7.
Connection cord
8.
Temperature indicator light
9.
Iron rest
10.
Soleplate
11.
Power cord
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