User manual SEVERIN BA 3298

[. . . ] Burns can occur from touching the hot parts of the housing or the soleplate and from hot water or steam. Do not attempt to iron or to smooth out wrinkles or creases from clothes by using the steam function while wearing them. Do not fill the boiler with any liquids other than water or descaling solution. Caution: before opening the water reservoir cap, always wait until the appliance has sufficiently cooled down, as the reservoir is under pressure. [. . . ] General information about ironing Always check first whether a label with ironing instructions is attached to the article to be ironed. Reservoir cap, always wait until the appliance has sufficiently cooled down, as the reservoir is under pressure. - This steam generator is to a large extent resistant to hard water (up to 15º dH). Although normal tap water may be used, it is advisable to use distilled, demineralised or decalcified water. Should you be unsure about the hardness of the water in your area, please enquire at the relevant local authority department. - Before the steam function can be used, the water reservoir must be filled with water as follows: - Remove the plug from the wall socket. - Open the water reservoir cap by pushing it down and turning anti- - Fill the empty water reservoir, using the measuring cup provided, with max. When refilling the reservoir while the boiler is still hot, we recommend using hot water. This will help to reduce the build-up of steam, and also prevent hot water from splashing out during filling. - Once the water has been used up during ironing, the water-level warning light starts flashing. Before ironing any fabrics, the soleplate Should be cleaned by passing it over an old, clean cotton cloth, while using the steam jet function; this helps to flush out any dirt residues or lint particles trapped inside the openings in the soleplate. Once the water has been used up during ironing, the water-level warning light starts flashing. Replace the iron on its rest on the steam generator after use, and remove the plug from the wall socket. Steam jet When the steam jet button is depressed, jets of steam are emitted through the openings in the soleplate. This function can be very useful when removing stubborn creases or when ironing difficult or thick fabrics. The steam jet function may also be used with the iron held vertically, to remove creases or wrinkles from fabrics. For extended steam output, push the slide control towards the handle while keeping the steam jet button depressed. General care and cleaning Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is disconnected from the power supply and has cooled down completely. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not clean the appliance with water and do not immerse it in water. - If necessary, the appliance may be wiped with a dry lint-free cloth. After the water reservoir has been filled with water and the boiler is switched on. Place the iron on its rest on the steam generator and insert the plug into a suitable wall socket. [. . . ] to avoid damage to the soleplate , store the iron only on the iron rest on the steam generator. Disposal Do not dispose of old or defective appliances in domestic garbage; this should only be done through public collection points. Guarantee This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. [. . . ]