User manual DELONGHI VVX 650

[. . . ] GB IMPORTANT Read this manual thoroughly before using the appliance. This will ensure optimum results and maximum safety. Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Read the following instructions carefully. · Before using the appliance, check that the mains supply voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating plate. [. . . ] It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin · The use of all electrical appliances implies the observance of some fundamental rules. IN PARTICULAR: · · · · · Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet. Never pull the power cable or the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet. Never let children or unfit persons use the appliance without supervision. Never leave the appliance plugged in as it could be a safety 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) "No water" indicator 10) "Steam generator on" button + light 11) Steam regulation knob 12) "Iron on" button + light 13) Cable compartment door 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. · Keep the surface of the plate clean. To clean, wipe the cold surface with a damp cloth. The iron must never be treated with descaling products. · 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. · Silk may be dry-pressed on the reverse. · 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". Starched fabrics require greater moisture. 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. [. . . ] Position the thermostat regulation knob (3) in the area indicated in the figure according to the type of fabric to be ironed (fig. Wait for the "steam ready" (8) and "iron at temperature" (4) lights to go out before starting to iron. NB: both lights will go on and off during ironing, according to the temperature reached by the steam generator and iron. This is part of normal operation and is not a cause for concern. [. . . ]