User manual ROWENTA DG8981FO SILENCE STEAM & DG8981F0

[. . . ] 23 5 1800133463 DG8980-90 F0_110x154mm 17/04/14 09:30 Page6 EN Important recommendations Safety instructions • Please read these instructions carefully before first use. This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply. € Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord. [. . . ] Please note, if you start by ironing fabrics that require a higher temperature, the appliance may take some time to cool down. If you wish to accelerate the process you can activate the steam control, holding the iron away from your linen to cool it down more quickly. On each change of fabric, wait for the lights to stop flashing. If you are ironing fabrics made from mixed fibres, set the iron for the most delicate fabric. 75 1800133463 DG8980-90 F0_110x154mm 17/04/14 09:31 Page76 10 • Filling the water tank up again • When there is no more steam and the "water tank empty" light flashes - fig. € Remove the water tank using the handle (on the front of the steam generator) by pressing on the locking screw located on the tank handle - fig. 5 taking care not to exceed the maximum level. If this occurs, pour away the excess water. € Push the water tank into position until it “clicks” into place. € Press the “tank empty” Restart button under the control panel. € Your steam generator is ready for use when the green lights stop flashing. € Place the iron on the steam generator iron rest. Lock the iron on the base unit by pulling up the safety lock and pressing it until you hear an audible click, so your iron is secure - fig 1. Fold the steam cord in two and place it in its housing. € Leave the steam generator to cool for at least one hour before putting it away if you want to store it in a cupboard or confined space. You can then store your steam generator safely. Hin nee • On tely col MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 13 • Cleaning the steam generator Never hold the iron or the base unit under a running tap. Do not use any maintenance or descaling product to clean the soleplate or the base unit. € The iron soleplate: clean the soleplate of your iron when it is cool with a damp cloth or non-abrasive sponge. € The base unit: clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft cloth. Im ca ha ho tel ste as 11 • “Auto-off” system • For your safety your steam generator is fitted with an “auto-off” system which places it on standby after it has been left unused for 8 minutes or in the event of it being left on accidentally. € Three beeps sound and the blue light on the "On/Off" button flashes to indicate that the appliance is going on standby. [. . . ] Fill the water tank and press the “Restart” button on the control panel. The generator is working but steam is very hot and dry. Check that your ironing board is suitable. A mesh type ironing board must be used avoid condensation. [. . . ]