User manual ROWENTA DE880

[. . . ] Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. [. . . ] Do not spray silk, etc. BURST OF STEAM To remove stubborn wrinkles or press in a sharp crease, use the burst of steam button. Press the button firmly, a strong burst of steam penetrates deep into the fabric. Leave an interval of at least four seconds between pressing the burst of steam button. With water in the tank, the burst of steam button can be used as soon as the steam ironing temperature has been reached (qqq). VERTICAL STEAM The iron can also be used vertically. This is especially useful for getting wrinkles out of hanging clothes, curtains, tapestries, etc. Hold iron vertical, close to but not touching fabric. Hold hem and pull gently downward on the fabric. Press burst of steam button, a strong burst of steam penetrates deep into the fabric. Warning: Never iron clothes while they are being worn. DRY IRONING Slide the variable steam control fully to the left, dry ironing can be performed either with or preferably without water in the tank. Made in Germany AFTER IRONING Unplug the iron. Slide the variable steam control completely to the left and empty any water left in the tank. Integrated cord wrap For easy storage, the cord can be wound loosely around the cord wrap once the iron has cooled off completely. To protect the soleplate always store the iron on its heel. Mad e in WATER TO USE IN ROWENTA IRONS Tap water Rowenta irons are designed to be used with REGULAR TAP WATER (up to 12 grains of hardness). If your water is harder than this, Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water with half distilled water which reduces the hardness; or inexpensive spring water. Never use 100% distilled water since this can cause the iron to spit and leak. Germ any Softened water There are many types of household water softeners and the water from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in an iron. However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use chemicals such as salt, can cause the iron to leak or spit during use. If you experience this type of problem, we recommend that you try using inexpensive bottled spring water or untreated tap water. Once you have changed water it will take several uses to correct the problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam function for the first time on an old towel or cloth to avoid damaging your clothes. Iron and other impurities If your water supply contains large amounts of iron or organic matter, these minerals can collect inside the iron and eventually appear as brown stains. If you experience these problems Rowenta recommends using inexpensive bottled spring water. SELF CLEANING Your iron is equipped with two self clean functions. Vapodur Valve The patented Vapodur valve ensures that the opening which allows the water to drip from the water tank into the steam chamber of your iron remains unaffected by hard water deposits. [. . . ] During this period, any Rowenta product owned by the original purchaser that, upon inspection by Rowenta, is proved defective, will be repaired or replaced, at Rowenta's option, without charge to the owner. If a replacement product is sent, it will carry the remaining warranty of the original product. Be sure to put your name on the outside of shipping box (no P. O. If in warranty, Rowenta will repair or replace product at their discretion. [. . . ]