Panasonic NI-552R - Page 5

Before ironing, sort the garments according to the different heat settings required.
Iron fabrics that need a lower temperature first.
Do not touch plastic buttons with a hot iron because they may melt.
Be careful around zippers and similar items to prevent the soleplate from scratching.
HOW TO FILL
1. Be sure the iron is unplugged from the electrical outlet before filling “>|
with water. Push the steam button down, hold the iron, open ai
Water Fill Cover and slowly fill the iron with water (see NOTE)
up to "MAX" indication. (about 5.6
ounces / 160ml).
2. Do not overfill. Check the correct
water level with the iron in the
vertical position.
3. Close the Water Fill Cover.
NOTE:
Most ordinary tap water can be used in this iron. In extremely hard water areas, distilled or
demineralized water should be used. If distilled water is used, the iron must be seasoned by
using tap water for the first four times.
After that, tap water should be used once a month. This is necessary to coat the steam chamber
for proper performance.
HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON
. Fill the iron as described in "HOW TO FILL".
2. Set the iron vertically and make sure the Temperature Selector Dial is set to OFF.
Plug the AC cord into the electrical outlet.
3. Set the temperature selector dial to the "<>" or "g3" (steam) zone.
"<^" zone: Low steam, for thin or delicate fabrics requiring a small amount of steam.
"e9" Zone: High steam, for fabrics requiring a lot of steam. { i. e. thick materials, items
with stubborn wrinkles.)
. Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out, usually about 1-2 minutes.
This light will go on and off during ironing to indicate the temperature chosen by the selector
dial is being maintained.
5. Hold the iron horizontally and press the steam button into the steam position.
Steam button is regulated as follows.
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