Hamilton Beach Durathon Mode D'emploi page 2

840203100 ENv03.qxd:Layout 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1. Only use an iron for its intended use.
2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water
or other liquids.
3. Always turn the iron to OFF before plugging or unplugging the iron
from the electrical outlet. Never pull on the cord to disconnect the
iron from the electrical outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull on the
plug to disconnect the iron.
4. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool completely
before putting the iron away. Coil the cord in the provided cord wrap
or, if option not provided, coil the cord loosely around the iron for
storing.
5. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet before filling
the iron with water, emptying the water from the iron, and when
the iron is not in use.
6. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or in the event the iron
has been dropped or damaged or there are visible signs of damage
or it is leaking. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
the iron. Take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair.
Incorrect assembly might result in a risk of electric shock when the
iron is used after reassembly.
This product is intended for household use only.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide
blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way
into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by
modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does
not fit into the outlet, have an electrician replace the outlet.
• Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface may
damage that surface.
• Do not iron or vertical-steam clothes that are being worn.
2
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
4/1/11 11:20 AM Page 2
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
7. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
8. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which
the stand is placed is stable.
9. Close supervision is required for any appliance used by or near
children. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron is connected
or on an ironing board.
10. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam.
Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down—there might
be hot water in the reservoir.
11. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the same circuit
with another high-wattage appliance.
12. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with an ampere
rating equal to or greater than the maximum rating of the iron shall
be used. A cord rated for less amperage can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock due to overheating. Care shall be taken to arrange the
cord so that it cannot be pulled or be tripped over.
• Do not use vertical steam in the direction of people or pets.
• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke. This will stop and
does not indicate a defect or hazard.
• Many irons spit or sputter during the first few uses with tap water. This
happens as the steam chamber becomes conditioned. This will stop
after a few uses.
• To clean steam vents before first use, prepare iron for steam ironing
and then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes while letting the iron
steam. Press the Steam Burst button several times to clean the vents.
Then follow the self-cleaning instructions on page 11.