User manual DELONGHI PRO 830

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] 3) Iron thermostat knob 4) "Iron at temperature" indicator light 5) Cable wands 6) Iron rest 7) ON/OFF switch 8) Cable winder (certain models only) 9) Housing for cable wands 10) Steam regulation knob 11) "No water" indicator 12) Water fill door 13) "Steam ready" indicator light 14) Sole plate for delicate garments (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. · Keep the surface of the plate clean. To clean, when cold, wipe the 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. When the iron is hot, take care not to touch the tank. · After ironing, the water remaining in the tank 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 steamironed 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. Iron dark colours on the reverse to avoid "shine". Iron lapels on the right side to make them stand out. · 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. This will eliminate cold water from the steam circuit. · During use, the iron can be rested in a "vertical" position (fig. [. . . ] NB: When used for the first time, the appliance may give off smoke and an odour for several minutes. This is caused by heating and subsequent drying of the sealers used in assembling the steam generator and iron. It is also normal to hear the noise of the pump conveying water to the steam generator. 11 To obtain continuous steam rotate the wheel forwards until it locks into place. Using the sole plate accessory (certain models only) The sole plate guarantees excellent ironing results on dark fabrics which tend to become shiny and synthetic fabrics which may stick to the iron. [. . . ]