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• Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature and finish with those which need
higher temperatures (••• or Max).
• To prime the steam circuit, either before using the iron for the first time, or if you have not
used the steam function for a few minutes, press the steam control button (C) several
times in a row, holding the iron away from your clothes.This will enable any cold water to
be removed from the steam circuit.
• For delicate fabrics, press the steam control button (on the handle of the iron)
intermittently to avoid possible water droplets appearing with the steam.
• If you are using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fabric to be
ironed.
Vertical steam ironing
• Set the iron temperature dial and the steam flow adjustment dial (according to model) to
the max. position.
• Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.
• Press repeatedly on the steam control button (C) (on the iron handle) moving the iron
from top to bottom (D).
Never unscrew the boiler
cap while it's still
steaming.
Storing the generator
• Turn off at the main switch and unplug.
• Wind the electric cord around the cord tidy (F).
• Place the iron on the rest.
• Slot the extension cord outlet in the notch (according to model). Take the end of the cord
support and press to return the flexible part into the base (E).
• Storing the steam cord (G).
• Leave the steam generator to cool down before putting it away if it is stored in a cupboard
or confined space.
• You can store your steam generator in complete safety.
Maintenance and cleaning
Before cleaning, ensure that your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and
the iron rest have cooled down.
Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate or the base unit.
Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.
Cleaning the soleplate
• Regularly clean the soleplate with a non-metallic sponge.
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• Do not press on the steam control button (C).
• VERY IMPORTANT : Before opening your boiler, ensure that there is no more steam left
inside by pressing the steam control button (C) located on the handle of the iron and keep
it pressed down until there is no more steam.
• Stop the generator by pressing the on/off switch and disconnecting the plug.
• Slowly unscrew the boiler cap.
• Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water.
• Fill the boiler (A), taking care that the water does not spill over. If this occurs, remove the
excess water.
• Replace the boiler cap, screwing on tightly, reconnect your generator to the mains, and
switch it on.
• Wait until the boiler heats up. After approximately 8 minutes or when the steam ready
indicator light comes on (according to model), the steam is ready.
• Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft dampened cloth.
Mixed fibre fabrics : set the
ironing temperature to the
setting for the most
delicate fabric.
Woollen garments : press
repeatedly on the steam
control button (C) to obtain
short bursts of steam,
without placing the iron on
the garment itself.
This will avoid making the
fabric shiny.
As steam is very hot, never
attempt to remove creases
from a garment while it is
being worn, always hang
garment on a coat hanger.
For fabrics other than linen
or cotton, hold the iron a
few centimetres from the
garment to avoid burning
the fabric.
Filling the boiler during use
Never place the iron on a
metal rest as this could
damage it.
Place it on the iron-rest on
the base unit : it has non-
slip pads and has been
designed to withstand high
temperatures.
Cleaning the unit
Dry ironing