[. . . ] - The iron must always be at the "MIN" setting before plugging into or unplugging from the mains. Never pull on the power cord to unplug; always pull on the plug to unplug. - Always unplug the iron from the mains while filling or emptying water or when it is not in use. [. . . ] - Always unplug the iron before filling with water or removing excess water. Choose within the range between 120 V and 230 V by turning the "voltage selector" switch. Before plugging the iron into the mains, check that the "voltage selector" switch is in the right position. Please remember that if the switch is in the wrong setting, it may cause a failure or the required temperature may not be reached. - This is a travel iron and is not intended or designed for regular use. This product must not be used by children or by other people without assistance or supervision if their physical, sensory or mental condition limits safe use of the appliance. Children must be watched to make sure that they do not play with the appliance. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its authorised technical service centre or by a qualified technician in order to avoid hazards. In order to avoid overloading the line, do not operate another high-power appliance on the same circuit. Be careful where you lay the cable so that it cannot be dragged or tripped over. Certain parts of the iron have been lightly greased; because of this, the iron may smoke a little when it is turned on for the first time. 2 Before using the iron for the first time, remove the protective plastic from the soleplate (if it has it). Do not slide it over metal objects (such as the ironing board, buttons, zips, etc. Pure wool fibres (100% wool) can be ironed with the appliance in the steam setting. It is best to select a high steam setting and use a dry ironing cloth. If the garment has no ironing instructions but you know the fabric, use the table below. [. . . ] Wait a few seconds to allow the steam to penetrate the fibre before ironing again. Note: In order to obtain an optimal steam quality, do not use more than three jets at a time. Overuse of this feature will cool the iron; make sure that the indicator lamp is off before operating the steam jet control. [. . . ]