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4 • Dry ironing
Set the variable steam control to
and set the temperature to suit the type
of material (care points •, ••, •••).
5 • Steam ironing
You can steam iron from temperature setting •• upwards.
Steam function* : The steam level can be set from between •
(minimum steam quantity) and
(maximum steam quantity).
We recommend setting to maximum steam quantity
only when
the iron is at temperature setting •••.
6 • Burst of steam
(from temperature setting •• upwards)
Press the burst of steam button
to generate a powerful jet of steam.
Wait a few seconds between each shot
before pressing the button again.
7 • Vertical shot of steam
(from temperature setting •• upwards)
TIP Hold the iron 4 to 8 inches away from the garment to avoid bur-
ning delicate fabrics.
Hold the iron in the vertical position and press the burst of steam button
to remove creases from suits, jackets, skirts, hanging curtains etc.
IMPORTANT Never direct the steam at persons or animals!
8 • Spray
Press the spray button
to dampen stubborn creases.
9 • Anti-Drip system
This prevents water escaping from the soleplate when the temperature is too low.
10 • Automatic electronic 3-position auto-off*
If, although switched on, the appliance is not moved, it will automatically switch off and the
auto off light will blink after the following intervals:
- After 30 sec., if the iron is left resting on the soleplate or lying on its side.
- After 8 mins., if the iron is left resting on its heel.
To switch the iron back on, move the iron gently.
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