IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using your flat iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Use iron only for its intended use. 3. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escap- ing steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property. 1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WESTINGHOUSE WST5000ZE STEAM & DRY IRON PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION. 1. Water Fill Port Cover 6. Cord Winder 2. Water Fill Port 7. Red Indicator Light 3. Adjustable Steam Dial 8. Soleplate 4. Swivel Cord 9.
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FEATURES TEMPERATURE DIAL Select temperatures based on the type of fabric to be ironed. ADJUSTABLE STEAM DIAL For selecting dry ironing, turn to OFF. For steam ironing, adjust dial to preferred steam position. SWIVEL CORD FOR LEFT- AND RIGHT-HANDED USERS Pivots up and down and is supported to prevent dragging along the fabric.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME Carefully unpack your Iron and remove all packaging materials and any adhesive stickers from the Soleplate. Make sure all adhesive is removed by rubbing Soleplate with a damp cloth. To remove any dust that may have accumulated on the Iron during packaging, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRY IRONING The Iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the tank, however it is best to avoid having the tank too full of water during dry ironing. 1. Before first use, remove any adhesive stickers from the Soleplate. Make sure all adhesive is removed by rubbing Soleplate with a damp cloth.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) STEAM IRONING (Cont.) When using as a Steam Iron, be sure the temperature setting on the Temperature Control Dial is within the WOOL to LINEN setting to avoid water spotting on the garment. 1. Before first use, remove any adhesive stickers from the Soleplate. Make sure all adhesive is removed by rubbing Soleplate with a damp cloth.
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IRONING GUIDE SELECTING IRON TEMPERATURES Always read garment labels and follow the manufacturer’s ironing instructions. Refer to the “Ironing Chart” on the next page for tempera- ture recommendations: ACRYLIC/SILK Use low settings for acrylic, silk and synthetics. RAYON/WOOL Use moderate settings for rayon, wool, and fabrics with more than 20% rayon or wool.
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IRONING GUIDE (Cont.) TEMPERATURE IRONING FABRIC SETTING RECOMMENDATIONS Acrylic ACRYLIC Dry iron inside out. Acetate ACRYLIC Dry iron inside out while still damp. Silk SILK Iron inside out. Use an ironing cloth to prevent shine marks. Nylon SILK Iron inside out while still damp. Polyester SILK Iron inside out while still damp.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance requires little maintenance and contains no user service- able parts. Do not try to fix it yourself. Refer it to a qualified repair tech- nician if servicing is needed. CAUTION: Always allow Iron to cool completely before cleaning.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) WARNING: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF BURNS, use caution when cleaning soleplate holes. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. CLEANING SOLEPLATE HOLES 1. Be sure Iron is unplugged, Steam Dial is “OFF”, and Temperature Dial is set to “MIN”.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) CLEANING SOLEPLATE SURFACE CAUTION: Unplug the Iron from the electrical outlet before cleaning the exterior of the Iron and storing. Never immerse an appliance in water or other liquid. To protect the soleplate from scratching, avoid ironing over snaps, zip- pers, metal buttons, etc.
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Coverage: This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original pur- chase date. This product warranty is extended only to the original con- sumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable.