[. . . ] € We recommend that you use an ironing board that is suitable for use with steam generators; (steam generator rest must be tray-type rather than mesh-type). The board should be a mesh type to allow any excess steam to escape and to avoid steam venting sideways. € Lift the removable water tank (located at the front of the steam generator) pressing on the lock screw located on the tank handle – fig. € Fill the tank with untreated tap water, taking care not to exceed the maximum level - fig. [. . . ] Mixed fibre fabrics: set the ironing temperature to the setting for the most delicate fabric. If you set your thermostat to “min”, the iron will not become hot. steam output control dial setting: Thick fabric: increase the steam output. At a low temperature: set the steam output control dial to the low position. For delicate fabrics(•), press the steam control button (under the handle of the iron) intermittently to avoid possible water droplets appearing with the steam. When taking a break from ironing, always place the iron on the iron rest plate of the unit. it is equipped with non-slip pads and has been designed to withstand high temperatures. EN • ECO Mode: Your steam generator has an ECO mode function which uses less power whilst still guaranteeing a sufficient steam output for you to iron your garments properly. In order to use this function, once the thermostat of your iron has been correctly set (see table above), position the steam output setting on the ECO segment. However, for very thick or creased fabrics, we recommend that you use the maximum steam output or the Boost function in order to ensure optimum results. € During ironing the iron indicator light switches on and off according to heating requirements but this has no effect on use. € The steam generator and the iron are ready for use when the steam indicator light is on and the iron indicator goes out. 13 • Easy descaling of your steam generator Do not use any descaling substances (vinegar, industrial descaling products, etc. Emptying your steam Before generator, it must always be left to cool for 2 hours to avoid any risks of scalding. € To extend the life of your steam generator and avoid scale particles appearing on your ironing, your steam generator is equipped with a built-in scale collector. This scale collector, located in the boiler, automatically removes the scale that forms inside. 76 1800129089 DG8960 F0_110 x 154 28/01/13 10:21 Page77 Operation: • An orange “Calc-Away System” light located - fig. 18 on the control panel starts flashing to tell you that the scale collector needs rinsing. € Once the steam generator has cooled, unscrew the scale collector cover - fig. This operation must not be carried out unless the steam generator has been unplugged for at least two hours and has cooled down completely. To carry out this operation, the steam generator must be close to a sink as water may come out of the tank when it is opened. € Unscrew the scale collector and remove it from the housing; it contains the scale that has built up in the tank - fig. [. . . ] Before you use the Boost function, set your temperature control button to Maximum. 77 1800129089 DG8960 F0_110 x 154 28/01/13 10:21 Page78 Problems The Boost function blue light signal flashes/turns off. Possible causes The Boost function is automatically deactivated after 15 minutes: the blue light flashes then switches off. Your boiler has a build-up of scale because it has not been rinsed out regularly. [. . . ]