User manual ROWENTA STEAM FORCE DW9240D1

[. . . ] €¢ If the electric power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an Approved Service Centre in order to prevent any danger. €¢ Never immerse your steam iron in water or any other liquid. €¢ Never touch the electric cord with the soleplate of the iron. €¢ Your appliance gives off steam, which may cause burns, especially when you are ironing close to the edge of your ironing board. [. . . ] This extra steam at the heart of the fabric is the secret of perfect ironing and long-lasting results. The movement sensor is an intelligent system which temporarily stops steam being released when the iron is not moving, even when it is placed horizontally. This function eliminates wasted steam while you are handling the clothes !Throughout the ironing session, the LED screen displays the selected fabric type: as soon as the appropriate temperature is reached, the user is informed directly via the screen. * compared with an iron with no pump BEFORE USE IMPORTANT Before doing anything else, remove the sticker on the side fig. Before using your iron with the steam function for the first time, we recommend that you operate the steam in a horizontal position for a few moments, away from your linen, i. During the first few uses, a harmless odour and a small amount of smoke may be noticeable. Upon the first use, you may notice small particles coming out of the soleplate. This is parf of manufacturing process and is not harmful to you or your garments. However, if your water is very hard, you can mix 50% untreated tap water with 50% distilled or demineralised water. IMPORTANT Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. 4 1103910403 DW9240 F1_110x220mm 30/04/13 08:55 Page5 7 • Spray Press the spray button to moisten difficult creases fig. EN 8 • Anti-Drip system It prevents water dripping out of the soleplate when the temperature is too low. 9 • Auto Off function • For your safety, the electronic system cuts off the power and the auto off indicator light flashes fig. 11 when: - The iron remains motionless for more than 8 minutes on its heel - The iron remains flat or on its side for more than 30 seconds To restart the iron, just move it gently until the warning light stops flashing. 11 • Storing Allow the appliance to cool down before winding the cord around the heel. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Remove the plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down before maintenance and cleaning. 12 • Anti-scale system t y Your iron contains an anti-scale cartridge to reduce scale deposits. The anti-scale cartridge is an integral part of the water tank and does not need to be replaced. 13 • Cleaning the iron p n When the appliance has cooled down, wipe the iron down with a damp cloth or sponge. After cleaning the soleplate, use the Self Clean function to remove residues of the cleaner from the steam holes. IMPORTANT Do not use sharp or abrasive cleaning agents or objects to clean the soleplate and other parts of the iron. [. . . ] After a few seconds water will emerge from the soleplate, rinsing dirt and scale particles out of the steam chamber. 5 1103910403 DW9240 F1_110x220mm 30/04/13 08:55 Page6 PROBLEMS Problem The iron is plugged in, but the soleplate of the iron remains cold. Solution Check that the mains plug is properly inserted or try plugging the iron into a different socket. When the thermostat control light goes on and off the iron is heating up. [. . . ]