User manual ROWENTA IS6200D1 COMPACT VALET

[. . . ] Com 800-769-3682 15 1800124023 IS6200 US_110X154 30/08/11 14:35 Page16 This appliance complies with the technical rules and standards for safety currently in force (Electromagnetic compatibility, low voltage, environment…). The voltage of your electrical installation must correspond to that of the appliance (120V or 127V). Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreversible damage to the appliance and will invalidate the guarantee. When using your appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following : IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - - READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING - To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents, check appliance before each use by holding it away from body and operating steam button. [. . . ] Be careful and avoid any prolonged contact. €¢ Only operate the steamer on the floor clear of any materials which may obstruct the base of the steamer (flat and horizontal surface). Do not obstruct the openings on the lower part of the appliance. This device should not be used on very thick carpets or rugs. €¢ Undo the Velcro strip and completely unwind the electrical cord. 11) • Switch on by pressing the pedal located at the front of the device. €¢ Hang the garments from the built-in hanger or from another hanger which 19 1800124023 IS6200 US_110X154 30/08/11 14:35 Page20 may be suspended from the hook located on the hanger rod. To steam trousers, we recommend that you also use the support with clips as indicated in the illustration. 14) • Grasp the steam head with the steam vents pointing away from you. €¢ Start steaming by brushing material lightly with the grain of the fabric in an up/down vertical motion. The fabric brush opens the weave of the fabrics for better steam penetration. €¢ Start at the top the garment and gradually move downward (fig. €¢ For more ease, we recommend to pull the garment downward with your free hand while steaming. €¢ During use, the hose may make a gurgling noise. this is a normal occurrence due to condensation. If the device begins to gurgle, rest the steam head on its support for a few moments in order to direct the condensation into the device once again. ACCESSORIES Before using an accessory, check the manufacturer recommendations. It is also recommend that you carry out a test on part of the fabric which cannot be seen. Fabric brush The fabric brush opens the weave of the fabrics for better steam penetration. Be sure unit is unplugged and completely cool before attaching accesories. €¢ Attach the fabric brush to the steam head by lining up the bottom of the brush with the bottom of the steam head. Gently push the top of the brush onto the steam head until it clicks into place. [. . . ] Repeat step 2 and 3 several times until the scale has been removed. CAUTION: Don’t fill the boiler by the steam head holes !TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS WITH YOUR GARMENT STEAMER • We recommend checking the garment care label for manufacturer recommendations before steaming. We also recommend testing the garment and strength of the color on an unobtrusive area such as an inner seam. [. . . ]