Scarlett SC-1138S - Manual (Page 4)

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GB INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
· Please read all instruction manuals before use and save it for future references.
· Before first switching on check that voltage indicated on the rating label corresponds the mains voltage in your
home.
· For home use only. Do not use for industrial purposes. Use the steam iron only for its intended use.
· Do not use outdoors or in damp area.
· Do not immerse the steam iron and cord in water or other liquids.
· Never pull the cord while disconnecting from the power outlet; instead, grasp the plug only and pull to
disconnect.
· Do not allow the cord to touch sharp edges and hot surfaces.
· Always unplug the steam iron from the power supply when filling with water or emptying and when not in use.
· Do not operate the steam iron with damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the steam iron; take
it to a service center for examination, repair or mechanical adjustment.
· Keep the appliance away from children. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near
children.
· Do not leave the iron unattended while hot or connected or on an ironing board.
· While ironing interrupted, stand iron on heel rest only, do not place the steam iron on metal or rough surfaces.
CAUTION: To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
· Some parts of the steam iron have been slightly greased and as a result the iron may slightly smoke when
switched on for the first time. After a short time this will cease.
· Remove protection cover from the soleplate and clean it with a soft cloth.
HOW TO USE
SETTING TEMPERATURE
· Always check first to see whether a label with ironing instructions is attached to the article to be ironed. Follow
these instructions in all cases.
· Turn the temperature control dial round to set the appropriate temperature indicated in the ironing instructions or
in the fabric label.
LABEL TYPE OF TEXTILE
Do not iron this article
Synthetics, Nylon, Acrylics, Polyester, Rayon
Wool, Silk
Cotton, Linen
Insert the mains plug into the wall socket. The indicator light will now turn on.
· When the indicator light has gone out - you can start ironing
· If you set the temperature control to lower setting after ironing at a high temperature, do not recommend ironing
before the pilot light switches on again.
THE WATER TANK FILLING
· Unplug the iron before filling.
· Hold the steam iron in the horizontal position.
· Slowly pour water through the water inlet.
· Do not fill higher than mark on the water tank, in order to avoid spilling out of water.
NOTE: Your steam iron is designed to use tap water. However, if the water is very hard, it is advisable to use
distilled water.
· The water tank should be emptied after each use.
NOTE: If you empty the water tank after the steam iron has cooled down, set the steam iron in an upright position
on its heel rest, plug it in and set the temperature control dial to the maximal position, heat for 2 minutes. Unplug
the steam iron from the power supply.
SPRAYING
· As long as there is enough water in the water tank, you may use the spray button at any temperature setting
either on steam or dry ironing.
· Press the spray button several times to activate the pump while you are ironing.
STEAM IRONING
· Set the temperature control dial to the or position.
· When indicator light is off, the steam iron has reached desired temperature.
CAUTION: Avoid coming in contact with ejected steam.
DRY IRONING
· The steam iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the water tank, however it is best to avoid
having the water tank too full while dry ironing.
· Turn the variable steam control to the minimum position.
· Select the setting on the temperature control dial best suited for the fabric to be ironed.
CAUTION: If the steam iron has been used for a long time, is hot and there is no water. Do not refill it with water
until the steam iron has cooled down.