User manual RUSSELL HOBBS 14996

[. . . ] 8 Use the iron on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, preferably an ironing board. 9 Don't leave the iron unattended while plugged in, or while it's standing on the ironing board. It could be knocked over by you, by a child, or by a pet. 10 Unplug the iron before filling, before cleaning, and after use. [. . . ] 18 Wait till it changes to blue, then carry on ironing. steam ironing 19 When steam ironing, you must set the temperature control at COTTON or higher (#3). 20 If you don't, you'll get water on your clothes, not steam. 21 Check that there's water in the reservoir. 22 Slide the steam control to the level you want (S = no steam, # = maximum). 23 Wait till the display turns blue, then start ironing. Test this on a hidden part of the fabric. 24 Check that there's water in the reservoir. 26 Aim the spray nozzle at the fabric, and press the G button. 27 You may initially have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system. 4 spray shot of steam 28 Don't Use the shot of steam function at temperatures below COTTON on the display. At lower temperatures, you'll only get water spotting. 29 Check that there's water in the reservoir. 30 Lift the iron off the fabric 31 Press the H button. 32 You may initially have to squeeze 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system. 33 Leave 4 seconds between shots, to let the temperature build up. dry ironing 34 If you intend to dry iron for more than a few minutes, it's best to empty the reservoir first, to avoid spontaneous bursts of steam: a) Unplug the iron. d) Carefully, turn the iron upside down, and empty the water into the sink/basin. e) Wipe any spillage off the iron before use. 36 Wait till the display turns blue, then start ironing. vertical steaming 37 Remove wrinkles from hanging clothes, hanging curtains, and furnishing fabrics. 38 Check that there's adequate ventilation behind the fabric, otherwise moisture may build up, causing mildew. 39 Check that there's nothing behind the fabric that may be damaged by the steam. 40 Check that pockets, turn-ups, and cuffs are empty. 41 Check that there's water in the reservoir. [. . . ] It's on the rating plate (usually underneath the product). The product isn't user-serviceable. If it's not working, read the instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it's still not working, consult your retailer. [. . . ]