[. . . ] · Never allow the appliance to be used by persons (including children) with psychological, physical or sensory impairments or with insufficient knowledge, unless closely supervised and instructed by someone responsible for their safety. · Never leave the appliance plugged in as it could be a safety hazard. · IMPORTANT: the tube connecting the iron to the steam generator may become hot. · Before cleaning or servicing, disconnect the appliance by unplugging from the mains. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Read the following instructions carefully. [. . . ] · During use, the iron can be rested in a "vertical" position (see figure below). 0 - 9 °F 10 - 18 °F 19 - 36 °F > 37 °F Soft Medium Hard Very hard TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON FOR THE FIRST TIME · Plug the appliance into a mains socket (fig. · Turn the function selector knob (H) until the required language is displayed, then confirm by pressing the knob (fig. 4): select the water hardness (soft, medium, hard, very hard, see table) by turning the knob (H), then confirm by pressing the knob (fig. · The display shows: However, make sure the surface is even to avoid the iron falling over. · In models with domestic iron, the iron can be secured in position (see figure on page 15). Important: never move the appliance by the iron handle INSERT SCALE FILTER insert the filter and confirm by pressing the knob (fig. · For two seconds, the display shows: PREPARATIONS FOR USE The machine works with normal tap water. Never use other types of water, chemical substances or detergents (e. g. Immerse the indicator paper in the water for one second, shake it to remove excess water, wait about one minute, then use the result to set the appliance the first time you use it (see table). ok It then shows: FILL TANK fill the removable water tank (M), open the door (L) (fig. · The display shows: WAIT FOR FIRST CYCLE the pump can be heard filling the system with water. 14 This first phase is necessary as the steam generator leaves the factory without water. When you turn the iron on subsequently and during operation, from time to time you will hear noise and vibrations from the pump as it tops up the level of water in the steam generator. · When the steam generator is full, the display shows: Wool Cotton Linen Jeans Vertical ironing (for freshening curtains and jackets) Steam is not available in the "Quick&Go", "Synthetics" and "Silk" programmes. · · · · · SYNTHETICS turn the knob (H) to select the programme corresponding to the fabric to be ironed (for example, jeans). The "TEMPERATURE" (sole plate temperature) and "STEAM POWER" (steam regulation) bars flash (fig. The appliance is ready to use when both the "TEMPERATURE" and "STEAM POWER" bars stop flashing. STEAM DELIVERY IN MODELS WITH PROFESSIONAL IRON To deliver steam, press the steam button (A) on the iron. In models with both steam button (A) and steam trigger (D), you can choose to use either the top button or the bottom trigger as you prefer. Certain models are provided with a lock (B) which allows continuous steam delivery to be obtained by keeping the steam button pressed down mechanically, avoiding the need to do so manually. To release the button, slide the lock forwards. SUBSEQUENT USE · If necessary, top up the removable water tank (M) (fig. The following runs across the display: STEAM DELIVERY IN MODELS WITH DOMESTIC IRON To deliver steam, rotate the steam delivery wheel forwards (E). The steam delivery wheel can be rotated from the bottom of the handgrip. To obtain continuous steam rotate the steam delivery wheel forwards until it locks into place. In models with domestic iron, the iron can be secured for safe transport (see figure below). DE LONGHI living innovation It then shows: CHECK WATER IN TANK · If not done previously, top up the removable water tank as described in the section "FILLING WITH WATER". · The appliance proposes the programme: SYNTHETICS Select the required programme (for example, jeans) (fig. [. . . ] Finish the first operating cycle correctly as described on page 6 (first start up). Press the steam delivery button a number of times away from the ironing board. Never pour products into the water tank (see our tips in the quick guide). This is completely normal. Steam comes out of the bottom of the · appliance When the appliance is turned on, it · continues to request the initial start up sequence (enter language, water hardness, . . . ) Water leaks out from the holes in the · bottom of the sole plate. [. . . ]