User manual SEVERIN BA 3298

[. . . ] Great care is necessary when using any appliance, especially near children. Do not leave the appliance unattended while connected. Always remove the plug from the wall socket and place the iron back on the iron rest on the steam generator. When ironing is interrupted, the appliance must be replaced onto the iron rest on the steam generator. [. . . ] General information about ironing Always check first whether a label with ironing instructions is attached to the article to be ironed. Reservoir cap, always wait until the appliance has sufficiently cooled down, as the reservoir is under pressure. - This steam generator is to a large extent resistant to hard water (up to 15º dH). Although normal tap water may be used, it is advisable to use distilled, demineralised or decalcified water. Should you be unsure about the hardness of the water in your area, please enquire at the relevant local authority department. - Before the steam function can be used, the water reservoir must be filled with water as follows: - Remove the plug from the wall socket. - Open the water reservoir cap by pushing it down and turning anti- - Fill the empty water reservoir, using the measuring cup provided, with max. When refilling the reservoir while the boiler is still hot, we recommend using hot water. This will help to reduce the build-up of steam, and also prevent hot water from splashing out during filling. - Once the water has been used up during ironing, the water-level warning light starts flashing. switch off the boiler and the iron itself. Keep the steam jet button pressed until no further steam is emitted. Allow the unit to cool down before refilling. Before ironing any fabrics, the soleplate Should be cleaned by passing it over an old, clean cotton cloth, while using the steam jet function; this helps to flush out any dirt residues or lint particles trapped inside the openings in the soleplate. For dry ironing, the water reservoir may be empty. In this case, the boiler should not be switched on. Once the water has been used up during ironing, the water-level warning light starts flashing. Keep the steam jet button pressed until no further steam is emitted. Allow the unit to cool down before refilling. Replace the iron on its rest on the steam generator after use, and remove the plug from the wall socket. Steam jet When the steam jet button is depressed, jets of steam are emitted through the openings in the soleplate. This function can be very useful when removing stubborn creases or when ironing difficult or thick fabrics. [. . . ] to avoid damage to the soleplate , store the iron only on the iron rest on the steam generator. Disposal Do not dispose of old or defective appliances in domestic garbage; this should only be done through public collection points. Guarantee This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. [. . . ]