User manual ROWENTA DG 500

[. . . ] Do not leave appliance unattended while plugged in, on an ironing board, or while it is still hot. Never attempt to unscrew the boiler cap while the appliance is in use. Only unscrew when generator is cold or there is no more pressure in the boiler. Do not direct steam at people, animals or iron clothes while they are being worn. [. . . ] viscose, polyester silk, wool cotton, linen Temperature regulator q (low temperature) qq (medium temperature) qqq (high temperature) 2. Once the iron has heated to the proper temperature and the boiler is ready, the temperature indicator light and steam indicator light will go out. We recommend pressing and releasing the steam button at regular intervals of 15 seconds. With delicate fabrics (q setting), press the steam button under that handle intermittently rather than continuously. This will avoid water droplets from appearing with the steam. DG580 The DG580 allows steam output to be adjusted. qq setting on the iron : the steam control should be set a the mid level q q q setting on the iron : the steam control dial can be set to the max. Type of fabric Synthetic Viscose Polyester q (low temperature) Iron thermostat setting Steam control dial setting Silk Wool q q(medium temperature) Cotton Linen q q q (high temperatures) Note: It is normal for the connection cord to become warm during use. DRY IRONING This appliance can be used for dry ironing if the steam button is not pressed. DG 560: Set the temperature control dial on the iron for the type of material being ironed. VERTICAL STEAM To remove wrinkles in cotton or linen, the soleplate can come in contact with the fabric for optimal results. For synthetic fabrics, a distance of 4 inches is recommend to avoid damage to the garment. For delicate fabrics, we recommend carrying out a test on an unobtrusive part of the garment (inner seam). To avoid burns and scalding never iron or steam clothes while they are being worn. Fill iron according to the Filling the Boiler section of instructions. DG 560 model: Press the on/off switch (A) on the control panel and the steam indicator light will turn on. Set the temperature control dial on the iron to the (q q q) setting. The temperature indicator light will light up on the iron as it is heating. DG 580 model: Press both on/off switches (A) and (B) so that the iron light and steam indicator light turn on. When the steam indicator light turns off (approximately 7 minutes), steam is ready. Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand. Holding the iron in a vertical position, press continuously on the steam button while moving the iron from the top of the garment to the bottom. FILLING THE BOILER WHILE IN USE Caution: NEVER UNSCREW THE BOILER CAP WHILE IRON IS PRODUCING STEAM AND BOILER IS UNDER PRESSURE. To do this, press the steam button and keep it pressed until there is absolutely no more steam. Turn the unit to off (see section Turning On and Off) and unplug from outlet. Place the iron on the iron rest and allow to cool completely which will take approximately 1 hour. [. . . ] 196 Boston Avenue Medford, MA 02155 Tel. : (781)396-0600 www. rowentausa. com OFFICE LOCATION ONLY. If your appliance needs service, ship the product to your nearest regional service center. If in warranty, Rowenta will repair or replace product at their discretion. If the product is out of warranty, you will be advised of the cost of repair before any work begins. [. . . ]