HANDELD IRON
horizontal position.
1.
check that there is ventilation behind the fabric otherwise moisture may
build up causing mildew.
2.
check garment pockets are empty and turn-ups such as cuffs and hems
are down.
3.
hang the garment from a hanger and stretch the fabric slightly with one
hand checking that there is nothing behind the fabric that can be damaged by
the steam.
NOTE: we recommend you do not steam over metal accessories. use caution
and steam around the metal accessories.
4.
press and hold down the steam button. you will feel vibrations and hear
a subtle humming sound while steaming; this is normal, steam facing away from
you and in an upright position.
5.
gently press the fabric brush against the garment, moving your arm in
an up and down motion targeting creases in the fabric.
6.
release the steam button to stop the steam.
NOTE: ensure that the fabric to be steamed is being stretched whilst steaming
for best results.
WARNING: the garment steamer generates high temperatures of steam. do
not touch the steam head, make sure the steamer is facing away from you in an
upright position.
7.
if using the garment steamer without the fabric brush, keep a distance of
at least 5cm between the steam head and the garment.
TO STEAM CURTAINS
1.
wash and dry curtains as directed, according to the fabric type.
2.
hang the curtains and steam when they are hanging in place.
3.
lightly stretch the curtain with one hand while steaming to help remove
creases more easily.
TO STEAM UPHOLSTERY
1.
the garment steamer can be used to help freshen up upholstery, slip
covers on furniture and cushions from the furniture and in the room. before
steaming, always test on a small area of the fabric that is not visible.
2.
keeping the garment steamer in an upright position and using and up
and down motion. lightly steam over the fabric of your furniture. cushions should
be removed and held upright for steaming. allow cushions to dry thoroughly
before replacing on furniture.
NOTE: it is recommended that you use the fabric brush attachment when
steaming delicate fabrics such as silk, this will minimise the garment whilst
steaming. for better result when removing stubborn creases, remove the
fabric brush attachment from the steam head and continuously steam over the
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