Troubleshooting - Imetec P8401 Instructions D'utilisation

This chapter describes the most common problems that can arise using the appliance. If the problems
cannot be solved with the information below, please contact the Authorised Assistance Centre.
Problem
The plate (16) remains
cold or does not heat
up.
The plate temperature
LED (14) goes on and
off.
Only a little steam or
none at all is dispensed.
The impurities that
come out
from the steam holes
stain the garments.
Water leaks from the
plate.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible cause
There is no power
supply.
Normal procedure.
There is not enough water in
the reservoir (1).
The anti-scale filter (18) is no
longer effective.
The steam knob is on ECO-
MIN (low steam level).
The anti-scale filter (18) is not
inserted correctly.
Chemical additives, scented
liquids or descaling agents are
being used.
Starch is being used.
Use of dirty or unsuitable water. Use tap water.
The temperature adjustment
knob (13) is set to a
temperature that is too low.
Use distilled water.
Solution
Check if the power supply cable plug (7)
is inserted correctly or try inserting it in
another socket.
Check whether the temperature
adjustment knob (13) is set to the
minimum temperature.
The plate temperature control LED (15)
switches on and off to indicate the iron
heating phase. The LED goes off once the
set temperature is reached.
Fill the reservoir (1).
When the filter (18) is no longer effective,
the electronic system modifies steam
emission to safeguard the lifespan of the
product.
Check that the filter change LED (8)
and the acoustic signal are ON and
then replace the filter as indicated in the
specific paragraph.
Check whether the level needs to be
raised.
Cross-check the anti-scale filter insertion
process as indicated in the specific
paragraph.
These substances damage the product:
do not add additives to the water in the
reservoir.
Always spray the starch on the reverse
side of the fabric.
Turn the temperature adjustment knob
(13) to a position from 3 dots upwards.
Refer to TYPE OF WATER TO BE USED
at the beginning of this manual
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