TEFAL Virtuose User Manual

Important
When the appliance is used for the first time, a harmless odour and smoke may be
given off.This has no effect on the use of the appliance and will disappear quickly.
Before using your iron with the steam function for the first time, we recommend
that you operate it in a horizontal position for a few moments, away from your linen,
i.e. press several times on the Burst of Steam button .
STEAM IRONING
Virtuose
Read these instructions carefully and make sure you keep them.
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YOUR STEAM IRON
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Instructions for use
B. Spray button
D. Spray
C. Water tank
filler cover
E. Anti-calc valve
and lock
F. Maximum tank filling point
K. “Jeans” trigger
(depending on the model)
G. Dry / Steam control
H. Thermostat control
A. Burst of steam
button
J. Cord
clip
I. Thermostat light
L. Auto stop safety warning light
(depending on the model)
Your iron is equipped with an integrated system that protects
against the effects of lime-scale.
Filling the tank
1. Place the steam control ( G ) on .
2. Open the cover of the water tank filler hole (
C ),
place the iron on a table (not when iron is hot),
as shown in the diagram, and then fill it.
Important
You should not fill the tank beyond the MAX level (iron
standing vertically on the heel).
The water to use in your iron
Your iron has been designed to operate using tap water. However, if your water is
very hard, mix it 50% tap water with 50% distilled water.
Types of water to be avoided
Do not add anything to the contents of the water tank, and do not use pure
demineralised water, water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water
from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled water or rainwater.
These contain organic waste or mineral elements that become concentrated when
heated and cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear to your iron. Never
use additives (perfumed water, starch, perfumed oils…)
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Important! (depending on the model).
Take off the soleplate protection before heating the iron.
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TEFAL Virtuose Specifications

General

Brand	TEFAL
Model	Virtuose
Category	Iron
Language	English

Summary

Steam Ironing

Filling the tank

Place steam control on , open filler cover, place iron on table and fill.

Water to Use in Your Iron

Use tap water, mix with distilled water if water is very hard. Avoid specific types of water.

Setting the Temperature and Steam Level

Setting the Temperature and Steam Level

Match thermostat control to fabric type. Wait for light to go off/on before ironing.

Auto-Stop Safety Feature

Auto-Stop Safety Feature

Iron cuts power if left vertical for 8 mins or horizontal for 30 secs. Shake to restart.

Anti-Drip Function

Anti-Drip Function

Prevents drips whilst ironing.

Vertical Steam

Vertical Steam

Hang garment, hold fabric taut, set thermostat to MAX, use Burst of Steam button.

Removing Stubborn Creases

Removing Stubborn Creases

Press Spray button or Burst of Steam button to dampen fabric.

Ironing Linen or Cotton with High Steam Flow

Ironing Linen or Cotton with High Steam Flow

Set thermostat to Linen/Cotton, press 'Jeans' trigger for increased steam.

Ironing Without Steam

Ironing Without Steam

Place Steam control on DRY. Iron when indicator light comes on.

Caring for Your Iron

Self-Cleaning

Perform self-cleaning monthly by filling tank, setting controls, and draining.

Cleaning the Soleplate

Clean cool soleplate with damp cloth or non-metallic pad. Avoid detergents.

Putting Your Iron Away

Putting Your Iron Away

Set steam to DRY, unplug, empty tank, wind cord, store upright on heel.

Safety Precautions

Electrical Safety

Ensure voltage matches, use earthed socket, check extension leads.

General Safety Warnings

Do not immerse, unplug before filling/emptying, handle hot soleplate with care.

Troubleshooting

Iron Does Not Heat Up

Check auto-stop feature and thermostat position.

Little or No Steam Produced

Check steam control, ensure iron is hot, clean anti-calc valve.

Water Dripping from Soleplate

Avoid excessive Burst/Jeans trigger use, check thermostat setting.

Brownish Water Staining Laundry

Do not use de-scaling products, clean soleplate, perform self-clean.

Soleplate Dirty or Damaging Laundry

Check temperature, clean soleplate, avoid starch on fabric.

Soleplate Scratched or Damaged

Avoid placing iron on metal supports or ironing over zips.