SEVERIN BA 3261 - Page 15

104 x 142 mm
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Ironing
∙ Steam ironing requires high
temperatures. The temperature level
for steam ironing is indicated on the
temperature control knob ( ).
∙ Afterllingthereservoirwithwater,
place the steam iron upright on its base
stand and insert the plug into the wall
socket.
∙ Set the temperature control knob to
the required ironing temperature as
indicated by the ironing symbols.
∙ During the heating-up process the
indicator lamp will be on. The lamp
will go out once the required ironing
temperature has been reached.
∙ 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ushout
any dirt residues or lint particles trapped
inside the openings in the soleplate.
∙ The steam output can be continuously
adjusted with the steam control button or
completely switched off for dry ironing
( ).
∙ For dry ironing, the water reservoir may
be empty. Should there be water left in
the reservoir, the steam jet function may
also be used when dry-ironing at higher
temperature settings.
∙ Place the steam iron upright on its base
stand after use and remove the plug
from the wall socket.
Steam jet
∙ When the steam jet button ( ) is
depressed, an additional hot steam jet is
emitted from the soleplate. This function
can be very useful when removing
stubborn creases.
∙ Forasufcientlystrongsteamjet,the
reservoir must be at least a quarter full.
Spray nozzle
The laundry can be dampened by pressing
the spray button ( ). This will help to
smoothoutdifcultareas.Thespraynozzle
may be used at any temperature level
during dry or steam ironing.
Cleaning and care
∙ Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it
is disconnected from the power supply
and has cooled down completely.
∙ To avoid any risk of electric shock, do
not clean the appliance with liquids or
immerse it in a liquid.
∙ If necessary, the unit may be wiped with
a dry fuzz-free cloth.
∙ Starch, fat and other deposits on the
soleplate may be removed with a cloth
soaked in a vinegar-water solution.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning
solutions.
∙ Do not put vinegar or other descalers
into the water reservoir.