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The iron is fed automatically by means of a pump that at each filling is activated for a few seconds by generating a normal
operation sound (vibration). Immediately after the vibration, a decrease of the steam emission could occur. This is perfectly
normal, and a after a few seconds the steam output will be normal again.
If the iron is left inactive for a long time, before ironing it is recommended to hold it level and deliver a few shots of steam
into the ground to stabilize the jet and eliminate any condensation.
Steam ironing
Set the ironing temperature by turning the adjustment knob (I) past the symbol (
iron to turn off. The iron is now ready for use. Before applying a jet of steam to the article to be ironed, release two or three
good jets of steam towards the floor to stabilise the steam flow. When you press the steam button (J) from 3 to 5 seconds,
a heavy steam jet is dispensed. The steam jet stops when the button is released. If the steam supply button (J) is operated
continuously for more than 30 seconds, drops of water may come from the steam holes in the plate of the iron. It is recom-
mended that the button (J) is used for shorter periods.
Filling the boiler during use
Warning
Always check the water level in the tank during ironing.
If the tank remains without water, you will notice a vibration and a louder noise. Disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet
to turn off the appliance. Remove the tank. Fill the tank directly beneath the tap with cool tap water (Fig. 7).
Warning
Fill the tank up to the level marked MAX. Always turn off the appliance and remove the power cable plug from the
socket-outlet before filling the tank with water.
Warning!
The anti-scale cartridge must be replaced when the resins contained therein have completely changed colour. If
the cartridge is empty, you can fill the tank with demineralized water, after removing the cartridge from its housing.
DRY IRONING
In order to dry iron, i.e. without steam, after connecting the appliance to the mains supply, simply set the thermostat knob (I)
to the desired temperature without pressing the steam button (J).
Warning!
To avoid damaging the pump, never operate the appliance without any water in the tank, even for dry ironing.
VERTICAL IRONING
You can use the jet of continuous steam for ironing hanging fabrics. This special ironing procedure serves to remove
creases from curtains, fabrics, etc. Set the ironing temperature by turning the adjustment knob (I) past the symbol (
Put the curtain or fabric in the position you want to iron it vertically and press the steam button.
Warning!
Do not iron fabrics held by other people.
TEMPERATURE SELECTION AND SUGGESTIONS FOR USE
Temperature selection
First check whether the fabric has a label containing ironing instructions and compare the symbol with the instructions
which follow. If there is no label with instructions, but you know the type of material, follow the instructions below. Note that
the table refers to fabrics not treated with sizing agents or similar products; if they have been, you can also iron at a lower
temperature.
When you change the temperature by turning the thermostat knob (I), the indicator light (K) will light on and remain lit until
the iron has reached the new temperature.
Divide the articles to be ironed according to the types of material: wool with wool, cotton with cotton, etc.
Because the iron heats up much more quickly than it cools down, it is advisable to start with those fabrics which require
lower temperatures and move on to those which require progressively higher temperatures. If the material is made up of
more than one type of fibre, always set the temperature to the fibre which requires less heat. For example, if the material
is made up of 70% synthetics and 30% cotton, set the temperature control to position (
the temperature for synthetic fabrics.
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