User manual DELONGHI PRO 290

[. . . ] This is due to normal expansion of the stainless steel it is made from. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by inappropriate, incorrect or irresponsible use or for damage resulting from repairs carried out by unqualified personnel. If the cap or hydraulic and electric safety system are damaged, have the components replaced with original spare parts by a qualified professional. To repair or if the power cable is damaged and requires replacement, contact your local dealer or an authorised Customer Service Centre in order to avoid compromising the efficiency of your appliance and maintain the validity of the guarantee. [. . . ] This reduces the safety of the appliance and irreparably damages the steam generator which would have to be replaced. This appliance complies with directive 89/336/EEC on radio interference suppression. · · · · · · · · · · · · 4 DESCRIPTION 1) Steam button lock (certain models only) 2) Steam discharge button 2A)Steam discharge trigger (certain models only) 2B) Steam discharge wheel with top and bottom activation and end lock for continuous delivery (certain models only). 3) Iron thermostat knob 4) "Iron at temperature" indicator light 5) Steam generator cap 6) Iron rest 7) Funnel 8) "Steam ready" indicator light 9) Steam regulation knob (certain models only) 10) "Iron on" button and light (certain models only) 11) "Steam generator on" button and light (certain models only) 12) ON/OFF button (certain models only) USEFUL TIPS · The original appearance and softness of fabrics such as velvet or wool, or gloves, bags etc. can be restored by passing the iron a short distance away with the steam jet in operation. · To remove the marks left by furniture and restore carpets to new, allow the steam to penetrate into the flattened pile and brush lightly. · Do not rest or use the iron on zips, hooks, rings etc to avoid scratching the plate. · After use, always wait for the iron to cool down before putting away. · After ironing, the water remaining in the steam generator need not be drained. However, the appliance should be drained of water if left unused for long periods. · Separate clothes according to the recommended ironing temperature and begin ironing with items requiring the lowest temperatures. · Wool, cotton and fine linen can either be steam-ironed on the reverse or on the right side, interposing a thin cloth between the iron and the fabric to avoid "shine". Iron whites and light colours on the right side and dark colours on the reverse. Embroidery should also be ironed on the reverse to make it stand out. · Linen can be steam-ironed with abundant steam. · Each time the iron is used (including for the first time) or if you have not used the steam for several minutes, press the steam button several times away from the ironing board. · During use, the iron can be rested in a "vertical" position (fig. However, make sure the surface is even to avoid the iron falling over. INSTRUCTIONS STEAM IRONING Before steam ironing, make sure the fabric is suitable for this kind of ironing. In case of very hard water (hardness above 27°F) we suggest using 50% distilled water diluted with tap water. Never use chemical substances or detergents (eg perfumed water, essences, descaling solutions, etc). Filling the steam generator and connecting to the mains Make sure the power cable is unplugged from the mains socket. Unscrew the steam generator cap (5) and fill the tank with water using the funnel (7). In versions fitted with a cap lock device, the cap cannot be unscrewed while the steam generator is still under pressure. [. . . ] Steam generator with single switch: Vent any steam left using the button (2) or (2A) on the handle of the iron. Unscrew the cap slowly and fill as described in the paragraph "filling the steam generator". Steam generator with separate switches: Press the switch (10) to turn power to the iron on. The light on the button comes on together with the "iron at temperature" light (4). [. . . ]