User manual TEFAL GV5150

[. . . ] Set the iron temperature control slide and the steam output control dial (located on the control panel) to the MAX position. Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand. As steam is very hot, never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn, always hang garment on a coat hanger. Holding the iron in a vertical position, tilted slightly forwards, press repeatedly on the steam control button (under the iron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom (13). [. . . ] Adjust the steam output control dial located on the control panel (10). linen lin cotton coton wool laine soie silk synthetic synth. 9- TURBO STEAM FUNCTION (depending on the model) Press 2 or 3 times on the turbo steam button to obtain a more powerful burst of steam (14) : · for ironing thicker fabrics, · to eliminate creases, · for powerful vertical steaming. Be careful : Use the turbo steam function very carefully because of the exceptional power of steam that may cause burns. NOTE : Continuous use of the turbo steam function will begin to cool the iron and may cause water to drip from the iron. If this occcurs, stop using the turbo steam function and allow the iron thermostat to reach temperature again (thermostat light will come on and go off) before using this function again. (14) (9) (10) Set the temperature control slide and steam output control dial according to the type of fabric to be ironed : Type of fabric Linen Cotton Setting the temperature Setting the steam output control slide control dial linen lin cotton coton wool laine soie silk synthetic synth. ··· Wool Silk, Viscose 7- WHEN THE RED LIGHT "WATER TANK EMPTY" COMES ON There is no more steam. The removable water tank is empty (12). Grasp the handles of the removable tank and pull horizontally to remove it ; fill with water. Press the "restart" button on the control panel to continue ironing. 10- MAINTAINING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR · Before cleaning, ensure that your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron rest have cooled down. · Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate or the base-unit. · Do not place the iron on a metal rest as this could damage it. Place it on the iron-rest on the base unit : it has non-slip pads and has been designed to withstand high temperatures. Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp, (15) non-metallic washing up pad. Leave it at a waste disposal centre. Never dismantle your iron : always take it to an Approved Service Centre HELPLINE If you have any product problems or queries with your product, please telephone our Customer Relations team on : 0845 6021454 (UK) (Calls charged at local rate) (01) 4751947 (Ireland) Consult our web site: www. tefal. co. uk (16) (17) (18) the "restart" button for 2 to 3 seconds to turn off the orange light. (19) (20) 13- SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS · Your steam generator is an electrical appliance. · Your generator is fitted with 2 safety systems : - A pressure release valve which, in the event of a malfunction, releases any excess steam. · This appliance is not intended to be used by children or without supervision by persons whose physical, sensory or mental aptitude to use it in complete safety is impaired. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. · The appliance must be used and placed on a stable, heat-resistant surface. · Completely unwind the power cord from its storage space before connecting to an earthed socket. · Always plug your steam generator into: - An electrical installation with voltage between 220V and 240V. Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee. If you are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (10A) with an earth, and is fully extended. · Should the power cord or the boiler cord linking the iron to the base unit become damaged, it must be replaced by a TEFAL approved service centre to avoid the risk of danger or injury. Be careful: · The soleplate and generator iron-rest can become very hot and cause burns : never touch these parts. [. . . ] · Always spray starch on the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed. · Fill the removable water tank and press the "Restart" button located on the control panel. · Increase the steam output (control dial on the control panel). · Check that the water tank is pushed firmly into place (see section 3). [. . . ]