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General| Type | Steam Iron |
|---|---|
| Vertical Steam | Yes |
| Self-Cleaning | Yes |
| Anti-Drip | Yes |
| Auto Shut-off | Yes |
| Weight | 1.5kg |
Activates continuous steam to eliminate the need to hold the trigger during ironing.
Place the iron on the heat resistant iron rest between garments.
Removable 1400ml tank with large filling hole, tap water safe, and anti-calc bag for mineral build up.
Iron locks into the steam generator base for storage and easy transportation.
Indicates sole plate heating status, cycling on/off to maintain selected temperature.
Press and hold to produce a continuous stream of high-powered steam for reduced ironing time.
Lever on the base of the iron that can be depressed to release the iron.
Adjusts the temperature of the iron sole plate for desired garment setting.
Illuminates WHITE when the unit is turned on.
Illuminates WHITE to indicate it is time to flush the boiler.
Illuminates GREEN when the steam can be activated.
Selects the steam rate level; ready indicator changes from red to green.
Illuminates RED when it is time to refill the water tank.
Allows you to flush the boiler; turn anti-clockwise to remove.
Remove adhesive stickers, clean soleplate, and rinse water tank before initial operation.
Remove tank, refill from tap or jug through water inlet, do not exceed maximum level.
Insert plug, turn on unit, set temperature dial, and select steam level.
Low water indicator flashes RED, unit beeps, iron stops steam. Tank can be refilled.
Turn off power, unplug from outlet, and allow iron to cool before storing.
Empty tank, store iron on base, insert cord into compartment, wrap steam cord.
Wipe iron exterior with a damp soft cloth and wipe dry. Avoid harsh abrasives.
Use a cotton wool tip moistened in methylated spirits to remove build-up.
Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Avoid scouring pads or harsh cleaners.
Dissolve 1x6g tablet in 400ml warm water. Follow steps to flush the boiler.
Use 3 tbs lemon juice + 400ml warm water to flush the boiler. Follow steps.
Check soleplate temp, ensure stable base, release condensation before use.
Unit requires descaling. Follow the Care and Cleaning instructions.
Calc Clean function not reset. Reset by holding the Power button for 3 seconds.
Unit may not have been descaled properly. Decalcify immediately.
Start with collar, work outwards. Iron shoulder, cuffs, sleeves, and front panels.
Straighten seams, iron inside out for prints, avoid ironing perspiration marks.
Remove shirts immediately after washing, shake, and hang to air dry.
Test small area first, start with low temperature, and increase heat gradually.
Silk is strong. Use low cotton setting, shots of steam, and a pressing cloth.
Press seams in the same direction they were made, not against the grain.
Sort by fabric type to reduce temperature adjustments. Start low, work high.
Use steam for delicate fabrics like muslin, cotton, linen. Hover and steam vertically.
Steam woollens vertically, brush to plump fibres. Use pressing cloth for flat ironing.
Iron tablecloth after storage. Use towels under cloth for best results.
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