[. . . ] € Use a mains supply which has an earth connection, for your own safety. € Never immerse the machine in water or other liquids, not even partially. € Whilst using your appliance, it is possible that some droplets of water could emerge from the small vent under the generator base. [. . . ] € The Power On indicator lights comes on to show that the appliance is switched on. When you switch on the iron, it may take up to 30 seconds before you can call for steam. The steam output will remain at a reduced level until the generator light goes out, by which time it will have reached the normal level. Please note : – Whilst you are ironing, the generator and iron heating pilot lights repeatedly go on and off. STEAM FLOW RATE CONTROL KNOB • Economy mode = E: For light or very quick ironing sessions, we suggest you that you set the control dial to Eco Mode (reduced steam output). € Mini mode = MIN : for fabrics that only need a little amount of steam. € Variable mode = : Adjust the flow control knob to suit the type of material being ironed. The volume of steam increases gradually as you turn the control knob towards the maximum (+). € Maxi mode = : At maximum setting, there is an initial burst of steam lasting for several seconds. To repeat this process, wait for a few seconds to avoid any risk of spotting. Please note • Because of the high steam output rate, there is no need to continually press the Tipps steam button. Pressing the button briefly and frequently will enable you to • Dank der hohen Dampfleistung braucht die Dampstoßtaste jeweils nur kurz control the quantity of steam, in order to obtain professional results. Kurzes, wiederholtes Drücken auf die Dampfstoßtaste prolongs the life of your anti-scale cartridge. genügt , um ständig eine ausreichende Menge Dampf zu erhalten. € If the iron is used intensively, steam may continue to be produced after the • Bei intensivem Gebrauch kann nach dem Loslassen der Dampfstoßtaste noch steam button has been released and water may appear on the iron holder. Variable mode when : • Drehen Sie den Dampfregler bis auf die regelbare Dampfleistung: - the unit is used for the first time, - bei der ersten Inbetriebnahme, - the water tank has been refilled, - wenn der Wassertank leer ist, - the anti-scale cartridge has just been changed. NOISE To ensure regular steam output performance, your unit is equipped with a pump which is activated each time the steam trigger is pressed. : - the appliance is used for the first time - the water tank is empty - the anti-scale cartridge has just been changed. [. . . ] Do not use scouring powders, alkalines (as used with ovens), abrasives or steel wool. Please make sure that the soleplate is kept clean at all times to maintain the iron's ironing efficiency. The natural disposal of these elements may trigger harmful effects on human health and the environment. [. . . ]