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The iron must be used and rested on
a stable surface
•
When placing the iron on its heel,
ensure that the surface on which the
i
ron is placed is stable.
• The iron is not to be used if it has
been dropped, if there are visible
s
igns of damage or if it is leaking.
•
If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the
m
anufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
Special Instructions
• If your iron does not work, check the
following points:
Has the temperature control been set
to the required temperature’ Is the
plug in its socket’ Is the plug itself or
the socket faulty’ (Check by plugging
in another appliance).
•
WARNING: When not in use, your
iron should never be placed flat
and left on an ironing board.
• To prevent damage to the textile
b
eing ironed, follow the temperature
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uide carefully.
(Test the inside of the hem of the
garment).
• When ironing is complete, remove
t
he plug from the socket, empty any
remaining water from the tank, and
a
llow to cool before storage.
• If you drop or severely knock your
iron this could cause internal
damage even if the outside appears
alright. Have it checked by a
qualified electrician.
• It is recommended that you use up
one beaker of water by operating
your iron’s steam and shot of steam
functions before ironing any clothes
as some dripping may occur while
your irons steam system is activated.
Getting the best from
your new iron...
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Safety first
Caution must be used when
handling this appliance as it does
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et very hot. Always switch off the
unit and allow to cool before
c
leaning or storing.
•
Jet cleaning (certain models only)
Your iron will give the best ironing
results and will last longer if you
apply jet cleaning after each period
of ironing.
• Self cleaning (certain models only)
Your iron will give the best ironing
results and will last longer if you
clean the soleplate once a month.
Important safety
instructions
The use of any electrical appliance
requires the following common
sense safety rules.
Primarily there is danger of injury or
death and secondly the danger of
damage to the appliance. These are
indicated in the text by the following
two conventions:
WARNING: Danger to the
person!
• IMPORTANT: Damage to the
appliance! In addition we offer the
following safety advice.
Location
• Do not use outdoors.
Personal safety
• WARNING: Burns can occur
from touching hot metal parts,
hot water or steam. Use caution
when you turn a steam iron
upside down, there may be hot
water in the water tank.
• WARNING: To protect against
the risk of electric shock do not
put the appliance in water or in
any other liquid.
•
Do not use the vertical steam
feature on clothes that are being
worn.
• Do not leave the iron unattended
w
hilst plugged in or on an ironing
b
oard. Never allow the mains lead to
over hang the work surface.
•
The socket should always be off
before plugging or unplugging from
t
he socket. Never yank the cord to
disconnect from the socket, instead,
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rasp plug and pull to disconnect.
• Do not allow the cord to touch hot
surfaces. Let the iron cool
completely before putting away.
Loop cord loosely around the iron
before storing.
• This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
Children
• Never allow a child to operate this
appliance. Teach children to be
aware of dangers in the kitchen, warn
them of the dangers of reaching up
to areas where they cannot see
properly or should not be reaching.
• Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Other safety
considerations
• Use the iron only for its intended use.
• Always disconnect the iron from the
electrical socket when filling with
water or emptying, and when not in
use.
• Do not operate the iron with a
damaged cord or if the iron has been
dropped, damaged or leaking. To
avoid the risk of electric shock, do
not disassemble the iron, but
telephone Morphy Richards for
advice. Incorrect reassembly can
cause a risk of electric shock when
the iron is used.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Temperature guide
Heat setting markings on the adjustable control dial of all Morphy Richards irons match those of the
International Textile Care Labelling Code.
Symbol
(120˚C Max) Cool (160˚C Max) Warm (210˚C Max) Hot
Control knob Do not iron
positions at all
Fabric Nylon, Acetates Wool, Polyester mixtures
e.g. Acrilan Courtelle, e.g. Polyester/Cotton
Orlon Triacetates, Cotton, Linen Rayon,
e.g. Tricel/Polyester Rayon mixtures,
e.g. Rayon/Linen
Ironing Iron on wrong side Fabrics requiring this setting
if moisture required usually require steam
use damp cloth pressing for heavy cotton,
(Not Acetate) denim etc.
With water in tank Dry and spray Steam/spray/shot of steam
Jet clean*
Self clean*
Without water in tank Dry ironing
* (certain models only)