ARIETE Duetto DOUBLE PERFORMANCE 6437 Mode D'emploi page 17

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
Dry ironing
Then, to iron dry - i.e. without steam - all you have to do is turn the iron on by pressing the switch (V) after connecting it to
the supply mains. Place the steam control knob to the minimum and adjust the temperature control knob (M) to the desired
temperature. Do not press the steam button.
vertical ironing
You can use the jet of continuous steam for ironing hanging fabrics. This special ironing procedure serves to remove
creases from curtains, fabrics, etc... Turn the steam adjustment knob (U) to MAX. Wait for the steam ready light (S) to turn
on. Set the ironing temperature by turning the adjustment knob (M) past the symbol (
position you want to iron it vertically and press the steam button.
Warning!
Do not iron fabrics held by other people.
After ironing
to prevent lime residue from forming, empty the tank following use and after having turned off the appliance and
unplugged it from the socket-outlet.
Turn off the boiler by pressing the switch (T). The appliance is still energized when plugged in and it is possible to eliminate
the pressure remaining in the boiler by pressing the steam button (L). Turn the appliance off by pressing the switch (V). Re-
move the power cable from the socket-outlet. Empty the water tank completely so as to prevent the water from stagnating,
which may form lime deposit. Store the power cord in the cord storage compartment (B). Put back the cable connecting the
iron to the tank in the cord storage compartment (Y). Let the iron cool down on its stand, taking care not to touch the power
cables and connection with the hot parts of the appliance.
usIng As TrADITIOnAl IrOn (fIg. 4)
refilling the reservoir
Warning
Make sure the iron is unplugged from the mains supply before filling the iron tank (N) with water.
Open the door (I). Hold the iron vertically and fill the tank with fresh tap water to the maximum level (Fig. 20). Use the measuring
unit (G) provided. Close the cover (I) again. If your tap water is very hard, use demineralized water.
never fill the tank above the level indicated by "max".
do not pour vinegar, descalers or other scented substances into the tank: otherwise, the warranty may be revoked.
Warning!
Do not try to fill the tank holding the iron in horizontal position.
If it proves necessary to add water while ironing, always turn off the iron and unplug the power cord before filling the tank
with water.
switching on the appliance
Place the iron on the iron stand grid (E). Disconnect the cables from the connections on the cord storage compartment (Fig.
5). Connect the power cord (A) with the iron/boiler connecting cable (Q) until you hear a slight "click" (Fig. 6).
Plug into the mains socket. The temperature control lamp (O) turns on. Now select the required temperature using the
thermostat knob (M). When the iron reaches the selected temperature, the lamp (O) turns off (the temperature lamp turns
off and on while ironing, indicating that the iron is maintaining the right temperature).
Follow the instructions on the care label of the garment to be ironed. Make the dots shown on the iron correspond to those
shown on the label.
steam ironing
Steam ironing is only possible at high temperature.
Ensure that there is enough water in the water tank. Place the iron on the iron stand grid (E). Plug into the mains socket.
Position the temperature adjustment knob (M) on position (
that the soleplate has reached the selected temperature, so the iron is ready for use.
shot of steam
If there is water in the tank and the temperature is set on (
button (L).
spray button
Make sure there is water in the tank of the iron (N). Press the spray button (J). To enable this feature you may need to press
•••
•••
) or higher. When the indicator light (O) turns off, this means
•••
) or on a higher level, all you have to do is press the steam
). Put the curtain or fabric in the
17