User manual ROWENTA PERFECT STEAM DG8960F0

[. . . ] Incorrect reassembly can cause risk of fire, injury and electrical shock to persons when the appliance is in use. 2 1103907038 IS9000 D1_110x220 25/06/10 11:28 Page3 - This appliance is not intended for use by or near children and other persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely. - Children should be supervised by the responsible person to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. - Burns could occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. [. . . ] IMPORTANT Never use water that contains additives (starch, perfume, aromatic substances, softener, etc) in the steamer. Additives such as these can affect the properties of the steam and lead to the formation of deposits. If the water in your area is hard, Rowenta recommends that you mix half tap water and half distilled water, which reduces the hardness; or just use inexpensive bottled spring water. €¢ After closing the lid, place the water tank on the base of the appliance. Tips • We recommend checking the garment care label for manufacturer recommendations. We also recommend testing the garment on an unobtrusive area such as an inner seam. €¢ Read the recommendations for the maintenance of the fabrics on the labels of the clothing to be steamed. €¢ Test the strength of the colour of the fabric on an area of the garment that is not visible (inside of a hem). €¢ Avoid contact between the steam head and silk or velvet. €¢ Certain garments are smoothed more easily on the reverse side. €¢ If you are using the steam head at a position close to the ground, raise the hose frequently in order to avoid the formation of condensation. €¢ Only operate the steamer on the floor clear of any materials which may obstruct the base of the steamer (flat and horizontal surface). €¢ If necessary, expand the poles to the desired height by unlocking them, pulling them gently and locking them again. €¢ Plug in the power cord and turn on the power using the foot operated pedal. *Depending on the model: these accessories are specific to certain models or available as an option. 4 1103907038 IS9000 D1_110x220 25/06/10 11:28 Page5 • Depending on the model the steam amount can be set to the desired level with the variable steam control. * • The unit will produce steam in 60 seconds, when in max position of variable steam control. Start steaming by touching material lightly with steaming head and moving in an up/down vertical motion. If you hear the gurgling noise, hold the hose up to direct the condensation back into the appliance. NL (depending on model) Before using an accessory, check the manufacturer recommendations. It is also recommend that you carry out a test on part of the fabric which cannot be seen. Accessories IT Upholstery brush* The upholstery brush is used to aid steam penetration into difficult, heavy fabrics, for faster results. [. . . ] To maintain maximum performance, your steamer must be descaled occasionally. The time between descaling operations depends on the quality of the water and the frequency with which you use the appliance. The appliance must be descaled at least once a year or after 50 hours of use. €¢ To carry out a descaling operation, follow the following steps: 1. [. . . ]