User manual T-FAL VIRTUOSE

[. . . ] Open the cover of the water tank filler hole (C), place the iron on a table (not when iron is hot), as shown in the diagram, and then fill it. ! Important You should not fill the tank beyond the MAX level (iron standing vertically on the heel). The water to use in your iron Your iron has been designed to operate using tap water. However, if your water is very hard, mix it 50% tap water with 50% distilled water. Types of water to be avoided Do not add anything to the contents of the water tank, and do not use pure demineralised water, water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled water or rainwater. These contain organic waste or mineral elements that become concentrated when heated and cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear to your iron. Never use additives (perfumed water, starch, perfumed oils. . . ) ! Important When the appliance is used for the first time, a harmless odour and smoke may be given off. [. . . ] You can start ironing when the indicator light (I) comes on for the second time. 9 Self-cleaning (twice a month) 1. Fill the tank to the MAX mark (see our recommendations on the type of water to use). Push the lock (E) backwards to free the anti-calc valve, then remove it completely. 2 1 5. Shake the iron gently until most water (and any impurities) has drained from the soleplate. N. B. Once you have done this, it is normal for a little water to remain in the water tank because the iron's anti-drip system may prevent the tank being completely emptied. This will not effect its ironing performance. 6. Replace the anti-calc valve (E). ! Note! Your iron will only operate when the anti-calc valve is in place. 7. To keep the anti-calc valve working, once a month leave it to soak in white vinegar or pure lemon juice for around 2 hours. Rinse the stem with water before inserting back in the iron. CLEANING THE SOLEPLATE 10 ! Important Unplug your iron and let it cool down before cleaning. When the soleplate is cool, clean with a soft damp cloth or non-metallic washing up pad. Never put the iron under the tap. We recommend that when using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fabric and the soleplate cleaned more frequently. Try to avoid ironing over zips which may have rough edges. PUTTING YOUR IRON AWAY 11 1. Wind the cord loosely around the heel and fix the clip (J) onto the cord. Never place it on a metallic support. ! Note Wait until the iron has cooled down before storing it. Never place it on a metallic support. This appliance is designed for domestic use only. In the case of professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee does not apply. 12 · Important!Your electrical installation must correspond to that of your iron (220240V). Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the iron and this will invalidate the guarantee. If you are using an extension lead, ensure that it is bipolar (10A-or 13A for UK only) with an earth. · If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced immediately by an Approved Service Centre as this is dangerous. · The appliance must be unplugged before filling or emptying the tank · If the iron is dropped, have it checked by a professional before reuse: invisible damage may be dangerous. · The soleplate of the iron may be very hot: - never touch it - always leave it to cool before you put it away - never leave your iron unattended when plugged in or when the soleplate is still hot. [. . . ] · After switching on wait until the thermostat indicator light goes out before using the steam. · Operate the self-clean function and follow our recommendations on "The water to use" (see section 1). Spray starch on the other side of the fabric to the side being ironed. Brownish water is dripping from the soleplate and is staining the laundry · You are using chemical de-scaling products or additives in the water. · Fabric fibres have accumulated in the soleplate holes or between the iron body and the soleplate and are singeing. [. . . ]