User manual SEVERIN BA 3252

[. . . ] With the iron placed on its rest, ensure that this too is on a stable and durable surface. Burns can occur from touching the hot parts of the housing or the soleplate and from hot water or steam. Do not attempt to iron or use the steam jet function to smooth out wrinkles or creases from clothes while actually wearing them. Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces, and do not coil it round the appliance. [. . . ] Laundry to be ironed should be sorted according to the fabric ironing temperature. When ironing highly sensitive fabrics, or if you are not sure about the fabrics, you can carefully test-iron at a non-visible point, e. If the laundry has been being dried in a dryer before ironing, the temperature should be adjusted to ‘iron dry’. This will result in the removal of any dust particles from the soleplate and subsequently lessen the smell typically encountered when first switching on. The temperature level for steam ironing is indicated on the temperature control knob. €“ After filling the reservoir with water, place the steam iron upright on its base stand and insert the plug into the wall socket. €“ Set the temperature control knob to the required ironing temperature as indicated by the ironing symbols. €“ During the heating-up process, the indicator lamp on the temperature selector will be on. The main indicator lamp in the handle remains lit as long as the appliance is connected to the mains power. Before ironing any fabric, the soleplate should be cleaned by passing it over an old, clean cotton cloth while using the steam jet function; this helps to flush out any dirt residues or lint particles trapped inside the openings in the soleplate. The steam output can be adjusted with the steam control button, or switched off completely for dry ironing. But if there is any water left in the reservoir, the steam jet function may also be used when dry-ironing at higher temperature settings. 11 Place the steam iron upright on its base stand after use and remove the plug from the wall socket. This automatic switch-off is indicated by a beep signal; in addition, the main indicator lamp in the handle flashes. The automatic switch-off is indicated by a beep signal; in addition, the red indicator light flashes. Horizontal position: When resting on its sole plate, the iron will switch off after approx 30 seconds of inactivity. Vertical position: When standing upright on its base, it will switch off after approx. Steam jet When the steam jet button is depressed, an additional hot steam jet is emitted from the soleplate. This function can be very useful when the normal amount of steam emitted is not sufficient to remove stubborn creases, or when ironing difficult or thick fabrics. For optimum steam output, wait about 4 seconds before using this function again. The steam jet function may also be used with the iron held vertically, to remove creases or wrinkles from fabrics. Note: For a more powerful steam jet, set the steam control to ‘dry ironing’. [. . . ] €“ Pour any remaining water out of the reservoir through the water filling hole. To avoid damage to the soleplate, store the iron in an upright position on its base stand. Disposal Do not dispose of old or defective appliances in domestic garbage; this should only be done through public collection points. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. [. . . ]