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cloth soaked in a vinegar/water solution.
To empty any water remaining in the reservoir
Aft er use, any remaining water must be
removed from the reservoir.
– Remove the reservoir.
– Pour out any remaining water through the
fi ller opening.
– Replace the reservoir in the generator.
Cleaning the boiler
To prevent a build-up of lime deposits on the
heating element and to extend the lifespan of
your appliance, the boiler should be cleaned
as soon as the 'Clean boiler'-signal
appears in the display.
– Remove the plug from the wall socket
aft er use and allow the appliance to cool
down completely. Caution: We strongly
recommend that you allow the unit to cool
down over night before cleaning the boiler
on the next day.
– Place the iron on the rest on its rear onto a
stable and durable surface.
– Remove the empty water reservoir.
– Turn the steam generator upside down.
– Use a coin to turn the maintenance screw
turning anti-clockwise and remove it.
– Hold the steam generator over a suitable
sink or basin.
– Let the residual water inside the boiler drain
out.
– Fill the boiler with one cup of clean tap
water.
– Shake the appliance repeatedly to and fro,
and then pour out the water again.
– Repeat this procedure until the water is clear
and no longer shows any impurities.
– Fill the boiler with 400 ml of clean tap
water. Caution: Do not forget to re-plenish
the water; operating the boiler empty is
likely to cause serious damage.
– Replace the maintenance screw and ensure
that it is properly fi tted.
– Caution: Never pour vinegar or descaling
liquid into the boiler.
– Caution: danger of scalding from
escaping steam. Never open the boiler
during use; allow the appliance to cool
down over night.
Disposal
Do not dispose of old or defective
appliances in domestic garbage;
this should only be done through
public collection points.
Guarantee
Th is product is guaranteed against defects
in materials and workmanship for a period
of three years from the date of purchase.
Under this guarantee the manufacturer
undertakes to repair or replace any parts
found to be defective, providing the product
is returned to one of our authorised service
centres. Th is guarantee is only valid if the
appliance has been used in accordance with
the instructions, and provided that it has not
been modifi ed, repaired or interfered with
by any unauthorised person, or damaged
through misuse.
Th is guarantee naturally does not cover wear
and tear, nor breakables such as glass and
ceramic items, bulbs etc. Th is guarantee does
not aff ect your statutory rights, nor any legal
rights you may have as a consumer under
applicable national legislation governing the
purchase of goods. If the product fails to
operate and needs to be returned, pack it 8
carefully, enclosing your name and address
and the reason for return. If within the
guarantee period, please also provide the
guarantee card and proof of purchase.
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