User manual TEFAL AQUATURBO

[. . . ] Take the iron in one hand and hold it with the point of the soleplate tilted downwards. To open the water tank stopper, turn it anticlockwise until the arrow on the stopper points to the "open padlock" symbol (B). To close the stopper, align the arrow with the "open padlock" symbol then turn it clockwise until the arrow is aligned with the "closed padlock" symbol. It will go out when the soleplate is hot enough (F). [. . . ] SELF-CLEANING : In order to extend the life of your iron, use the Self-Cleaning function once a month. - Fill the tank of your iron with untreated tap water. Stand the iron on it's heel with the thermostat set to max and heat it up. - When the thermostat light goes out, unplug the iron and hold it in a horizontal position, over a sink. - Shake the iron gently, over the sink, until some of the water in the water tank (with the impurities) has flowed out through the soleplate. - At the end of the operation, push the anti-calc valve back into position. - Unplug the iron, and when the soleplate is just warm, wipe it with a soft cloth. Recommendations : the self-cleaning function helps to slow down the scaling up of your iron. CLEANING THE SOLEPLATE : - While the soleplate is still just warm, clean it by rubbing it with a moist non-metallic pad. Wind the cord around the heel at the back of the iron. Read these instructions carefully before using your appliance for the first time :Tefal cannot be held reponsible for any use contrary to the instructions. The voltage of your electrical installation must correspond to that of the iron (220V-240V). Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreversible damage to the iron and will invalidate the guarantee. This iron must always be plugged into an earthed socket. If using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (10A), with an earth. If the electrical cord becomes damaged, it must be immediately replaced by an Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger. The appliance must be unplugged before filling or emptying the water tank. If it is dropped or it falls to the floor, the iron must not be used if there is any visible sign of damage or if it leaks. If the appliance falls, have it checked by a professional before using it again; unseen damage may be dangerous for your security. The soleplate may be very hot : - Never touch it. [. . . ] Clean the anti-calc valve and carry out a self-clean. Make sure that the stopper is properly closed and that the arrow points to the "closed padlock" symbol. The soleplate is dirty or brown and can stain the linen. Your linen has not been rinsed sufficiently or you have ironed a new garment before washing it. [. . . ]