This document is a user guide for the Tefal Pro Express Ultimate steam generator iron, providing instructions for its operation, maintenance, and safety.
Function Description
The Tefal Pro Express Ultimate is a steam generator iron designed for efficient and effective ironing. It generates steam to remove creases from garments and is equipped with various features to enhance the ironing experience, including a locking system for transport and storage, electronic settings for different fabric types, a steam boost function for thick fabrics, and an anti-calc collector for maintenance.
Important Technical Specifications
- Water Tank Capacity: 1.9 L (item 7 in the diagram).
- Boiler: Located in the base unit (item 8).
- Control Panel: Features an "ON-OFF" button with light (a), "Water tank empty" light and "OK" button (b), "Anti-Calc" light and "OK" button (c), "ECO" button (d), "DELICATE" button (e), "NORMAL" button (f), and "MAX (JEANS)" button (g).
- Soleplate: Durilium Airglide Autoclean soleplate with an exclusive active coating to eliminate impurities.
- Safety Systems:
- Pressure release valve to avoid excessive pressure.
- Thermal fuse to prevent overheating.
- Automatic shut-off system: Activates after approximately 8 minutes of non-use (standby mode) and switches off completely after 30 minutes of non-use.
- Power Cord: Retractable into a storage space (item 6).
- Steam Cord: Stored in a dedicated space (item 4).
Usage Features
1. Preparation:
- Water Usage: Designed to function with untreated tap water. For very hard water, a 50/50 mix of untreated tap water and distilled water is recommended. Avoid using water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners, rainwater, boiled, filtered, or bottled water, as these can cause spitting, brown staining, or premature wear. Do not use rainwater or water containing additives like starch or fragrance.
- Filling the Water Tank: Unplug the appliance, remove the detachable water tank (item 3) using its handle, fill with tap water up to the MAX level, and push it back until it clicks.
- Switching On: Place the steam generator on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. Ensure the base unit is close to the ironing surface. Unwind the power cord and take the steam cord out of its storage. Plug into an earthed socket. Press the "ON-OFF" button (a). The "ON-OFF" light will flash during warm-up. The "NORMAL" button light will also flash.
- First Use: Some fumes and smell may occur during the first use, which is normal and will disappear rapidly.
2. Operating the Control Panel:
- Warm-up: The selected fabric setting light (ECO, DELICATE, NORMAL, MAX) flashes during warm-up.
- Water Tank Empty: If the red "Water tank empty" light (b) flashes, the tank is empty. Refill the tank and press the "OK" button to turn off the light.
- Anti-Calc Maintenance: If the orange "Anti-calc" light (c) flashes, maintenance is required (see Maintenance and Cleaning section).
- Ready for Use: The steam generator is ready when the light of the selected button (ECO, DELICATE, NORMAL, MAX) remains lit (after approximately 2 minutes).
3. Electronic Settings (5 Optimal Temperature and Steam Flow Combinations):
- Fabric Selection: ECO, DELICATE, NORMAL, and MAX buttons control temperature and steam combinations suitable for different fabrics. These can be selected at any time.
- Ironing Order: Start with fabrics requiring low temperatures and finish with those needing higher temperatures.
- Temperature Adjustment: If reducing the temperature, wait until the blue iron light stops flashing before continuing to iron.
- Woollen Garments: For wool, press the steam shot button repeatedly without placing the iron on the garment to avoid shininess.
- Fabrics to Avoid: Fabrics with the symbol (crossed-out iron) are not suitable for ironing.
4. Steam Ironing:
- Ironing Board: Use a mesh-type ironing board to allow steam to pass through garments for better results and prevent sideways venting.
- Steam Control: Press the steam control button under the iron handle (item 1) to obtain steam. Releasing the button stops the steam.
- Pump Noise: The electric pump injects water into the boiler, making a normal noise.
- Starch: If using starch, spray it onto the reverse side of the fabric.
- Safety Precautions: Do not iron over zips, studs, or sharp objects that may damage the soleplate. Do not place the iron on a metal support. Always place the iron on the iron rest plate of the unit when taking a break.
- Cold Water Removal: If the steam function has not been used for a few minutes, press the steam control button several times in a row, holding the iron away from laundry, to remove cold water from the steam circuit.
5. Dry Ironing:
- Do not press the steam control button under the iron handle.
6. Vertical Steam Ironing:
- Technique: Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold it slightly taut.
- Safety: Steam is very hot; never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn. Always hang garments on a coat hanger.
- Application: Hold the iron in a vertical position, tilted slightly forwards, and press repeatedly on the steam control button, moving the iron from top to bottom.
- Fabric Distance: For fabrics other than linen or cotton, hold the iron a few centimeters from the garment to avoid burning.
7. Steam Boost Function:
- Purpose: Provides automatic sequential steam for effortless use, especially for thick fabrics.
- Activation: Press the steam control button under the handle three times in quick succession.
8. Refilling the Tank During Use:
- When the red "Tank empty" light flashes, remove the detachable water tank, fill it without exceeding the MAX level, push it back until it clicks, and press the "OK" button on the control panel until the light goes out.
9. Auto-Off System:
- Standby: After approximately 8 minutes of non-use, the system activates standby, indicated by the flashing blue "ON-OFF" light. Press "ON-OFF" or the steam shot button to reactivate.
- Complete Shut-off: After approximately 30 minutes of non-use, the system switches off the steam generator completely. Press "ON-OFF" to restart.
10. Storing the Steam Generator:
- Place the iron on the steam generator iron rest.
- Switch off the appliance by pressing the "ON-OFF" button and unplug it.
- Raise the locking system (item 2) over the iron until it clicks into place.
- Store the steam cord in its slide storage place: fold it in two to make a loop, insert the end into the sliding storage, and push gently until the end appears on the other side.
- Press the power cord storage button (item 6) to store the power cord.
- Allow the steam generator to cool for about 1 hour before storing it in a cupboard or confined space.
- If storing in a cold place (<10°C), place it in a warm place before starting ironing again.
- Carry the steam generator safely by the iron handle.
Maintenance Features
1. Cleaning Your Steam Generator:
- Durilium Airglide Autoclean Soleplate: The exclusive active coating helps eliminate impurities. For traces from unsuitable programs, clean the soleplate with a soft damp cloth while it is still warm.
- Cleaning Precautions:
- Do not use abrasive pads, detergents, or descaling products on the soleplate.
- Never hold the iron or base unit under the tap.
- Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp, non-metallic washing-up pad.
- Clean plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft cloth.
2. Easy Descaling (Anti-Calc Collector):
- Purpose: The steam generator is equipped with a built-in scale collector (item 5), located in the boiler tank, to automatically remove scale and extend the appliance's life.
- Indicator: An orange "anti-calc" light (c) on the control panel flashes when the collector needs rinsing.
- Procedure (Important: Perform only when the appliance is unplugged for at least 2 hours and completely cold):
- Place the steam generator near a sink, as water may come out.
- Unscrew the collector completely and pull it out from the base unit.
- Rinse the collector under running water to remove scale.
- For stubborn scale, soak the collector rod in white vinegar, lemon juice, or citric acid for a few hours.
- Place the collector back in its housing, screwing it in completely to ensure watertightness (do not overtighten).
- Put the tab back in place.
- The next time you use the generator, hold down the "OK" button for a few seconds to turn off the orange light.
- Boiler Tank Rinse: In addition to regular collector maintenance, it is advisable to rinse the boiler tank completely every 6 months or after approximately 25 uses, whichever is sooner.
- Procedure (Perform only when the appliance is unplugged for at least 2 hours and completely cold):
- Place the steam generator on the edge of your sink and stand the iron upright.
- Remove the collector cap and unscrew the Anti-calc collector from the base unit.
- Hold the steam generator in an inclined position.
- Use a jug to fill the boiler tank with 1/4 liter of untreated tap water.
- Gently shake the base unit for a few seconds.
- Empty the water completely into the sink.
- Place the collector back in its housing, screwing it in completely to ensure watertightness.
- Put the tab back in place.
- Press the "OK" button below the control panel until the orange "Anti-Calc" light goes out.
3. Safety and Use Instructions (General):
- Read the "Safety and use instructions" booklet before first use.
- Designed for indoor and domestic household use only.
- Never unplug by pulling the power cord. Always unplug before filling/rinsing the water tank, cleaning, or after each use.
- Use and place on a flat, stable, heat & water resistant surface. Do not place the base unit on a soft ironing board cover.
- Not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience, unless supervised or instructed.
- Children should be supervised and not play with the appliance. Keep the iron and cord out of reach of children under 8 years when energized or cooling down.
- Surfaces can reach very high temperatures; avoid touching hot metallic and adjacent plastic parts.
- Never leave unattended when connected to the mains. Wait about 1 hour for it to cool before storing.
- Do not use descaling products (vinegar, industrial descaling products) to rinse the boiler, as they may damage the appliance.
- Before unscrewing the boiler rinse cap/scale collector cover, wait until the appliance is completely cold and unplugged for at least 2 hours.
- If the boiler cap or rinse cap is dropped or severely knocked, have it replaced by an Approved Service Centre.
- Never fill the boiler directly from the tap when rinsing.
- The boiler cap must not be opened during use.
- Do not use if dropped, visibly damaged, leaking, or functioning abnormally. Do not attempt to dismantle; have it examined by an Approved Service Centre.
- Check electrical power and steam cords for wear or damage. If damaged, replace at an Approved Service Centre.
- The appliance will not work without the scale collector.
- Conforms to all applicable regulations (Low Voltage Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Environment).
- Connect to an earthed socket-outlet.
- If used in a country other than where purchased, have it checked by an Approved Service Agent.
- Do not use an extension lead unless it is in good condition, has an earth connection, and is suited to the appliance's power rating.
- Completely unwind the power cord before plugging in.
- Keep the power cord away from heat sources or sharp edges.
- The soleplate and iron rest can reach high temperatures; do not touch. Never touch electrical power cords with the soleplate.
- Always use a vented/mesh ironing board. Be careful of hot steam near board edges.
- Steam can cause burns. Handle the iron with care, especially when ironing vertically. Never direct steam towards people or animals.
- Never immerse the steam generator iron in water or any other liquid, or place it under a running tap.
This instruction booklet should be retained for future reference.
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