Groupe SEB USA - T-FAL PROTECT - Manual (Page 8)

13- SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Your steam generator is an electrical appliance. It should be used under normal conditions. It is intended for domestic use only.
• Your generator is fitted with 2 safety systems :
- A pressure release valve which, in the event of a malfunction, releases any excess steam.
- A thermal fuse to prevent the appliance from overheating.
• 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.
- An earthed socket. 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.
• If you store your iron in a cupboard or confined space, ensure that it is left to cool before putting it away.
• Your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns.
• Handle your iron carefully, particularly when using the vertical steam function
• Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.
• Never touch the electric cords with the sole plate of the iron.
• Never leave the appliance unattended :
- when it is connected to the mains,
- until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
• Always unplug your appliance :
- before rinsing out the boiler,
- before cleaning your generator,
- after each use.
• Before unscrewing the boiler rinse plug, wait until the generator is cold (unplugged for more than 2 hours).
• Never fill the boiler through the rinse hole (except for rinsing)
• Never immerse your steam generator in water or any other liquid. Never hold it under the water tap
• While rinsing out the boiler, never fill it directly under the tap.
• The appliance must not be used if it has fallen to the floor, shows evidence of damage, leaks or fails to function correctly.
Never dismantle your appliance.To avoid any danger, have it inspected in a TEFAL approved service centre.
• If you lose or damage the boiler rinse plug, have it replaced by a TEFAL Approved Service Centre.
This appliance is designed for domestic use only. In the case of professional use, inappropriate use or failure
to comply with the instructions,TEFAL accepts no responsibility and the guarantee does not apply.
12- PUTTING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR AWAY
1. Place the iron on the rest.
2.Turn off at the main O/I switch and unplug.
3. Raise the 2 parts of the hood over the iron until
the protection system locks into place
(audible click) (23).
4. Retract the electric supply cord (24).
On the model with an automatic reel, press the reel
button and guide the cord with your free hand.
5. Store the steam cord by wrapping it around
the casing and securing it in its retaining clip.
6. You can then put your steam generator away, carrying it by the handle (25).
CLICK
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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION FIRST !
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Take it to a local civic waste collection point.