CALOR GV7350E0 Owner's manual

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Steam ironing stations
Type
Owner's manual
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EXPRESS ANTI-CALC
EXPRESS TURBO
ANTI-CALC
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Important recommendations
Safety instructions
Please read these instructions carefully before first use. This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use,
inappropriateuseor failuretocomplywith the instructions, themanufactureracceptsnoresponsibilityandtheguaranteewillnotapply.
For your safety, this appliance conforms to the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electomagnetic Compatibility,
Environmental Directives, as applicable...).
Your steam generator is an electrical appliance: it must be used in normal conditions of use. It is only designed for domestic use.
Your generator is fitted with 2safety systems:
-
a pressure release valve which,in theevent of a malfunction, releasesany excess steam;
- a thermal fuseto prevent the appliance fromoverheating.
Always plug in your steam generator:
- anelectrical installation withvoltage between 220Vand 240V.
- anearthed socket.
Connectingto thewrongvoltagemay cause irreparable damage to the appliance and willinvalidate your guarantee.
Ifyou are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated(10A) withan earth, andis fullyextended.
Completely unwind thepower cord from its storage space before connectingto an earthed socket.
Iftheelectric power cordortheiron-unitisdamaged,itmustbereplacedbyan ApprovedServiceCentreinorder topreventanydanger.
Do notunplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
Always unplug your appliance:
- before filling the water tank or rinsing the collector,
- before cleaning yourgenerator,
- after each use.
The appliance must beusedand placed on a flat,stable, heat-resistant surface.When you place theironon the iron rest, makesure
thatthe surface on which you place itis stable.
This applianceis not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,sensoryormentalcapabilities,orlack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsiblefortheirsafety.
Children should be supervised toensure thatthey do not playwith the appliance.
Never leave the appliance unattended :
- whenit is connected tothe mains,
- until it hascooled down (around 1 hour).
The soleplate and generator iron-rest can become very hot and cause burns:never touch theseparts.
Never touch theelectric cords with the soleplate of the iron.
Your appliance givesoffsteam whichcancause burns. Handle yourironcarefully, particularlywhenusing theverticalsteamfunction.
Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.
Always wait before rinsingthe collector until the steam generator has cooled down and has been unplugged for at least 2 hours
before unscrewing the collector.
Whilerinsing out the boiler, never fillit directly under thetap.
If youlose or damagethe boilerrinse cap, have itreplaced by an approved Service Centre.
Do not immerse your steam generator in water or any other liquid. Do not rinse it under a running tap.
The appliance must not be used if it has fallen to the floor, shows evidence of damage, leaks or fails to function correctly. Never
dismantle your appliance. To avoid any danger, have it inspected in an approved service centre.
This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions,the manufacturer acceptsno responsibility and the guaranteewill not apply.
1. Comfort handle (depending on model)
2. Steam control button
3. Iron temperature adjustment button
4. Iron thermostat light
5. Easycord system
6. Iron rest
7. Illuminated on / off switch
8. Power cord storage space
9. Power cord
10. Turbo button (depending on model)
11.Lock-System hoop
12. Water tank filler cover
13. Water tank
14. Steam generator boiler (in the base unit)
15. Iron-base steam cord
16. Slide storage place for the steam cord
17. Scale collector cover
18. Scale collector
19. Control panel
a - Restart button
b - “Water tank empty” light
c - “Steam ready” light
d - “Anti-calc” indicator
e - Steam output control dial
Description
Locking system for retaining the iron on the base - Lock-system
Yoursteam generatoris fitted with a ring tohold the iron onto the base with a lockedposition for
easy transport and storage - fig.1 :
Locking - fig.2
Unlocking - fig.3
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T
o transport your steam generator using the handle of the iron :
- place the iron in position onthehousing plateonthesteamgenerator and foldthering over the
iron until it locks into position (you will hear a “click”) - fig.2.
-
Hold the iron by the handle to transport your steam generator - fig.1.
What water may be used ?
Your iron has been designed to operate using untreated tap water.
Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. The types of water
listed below contain organic waste or mineral elements thatcan cause spitting, brown staining
or premature wear of the appliance: water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water,
water from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled or demineralised water or
rain water should not be used in your iron. Also do not use boiled, filtered or bottled water.
I
f your waterisvery hard (check
with your local water authority)
it is possible to mix untreated
t
ap waterwith store-bought
distilled ordemineralisedwater
in the following proportions:
50% untreated tapwater, 50%
distilled ordemineralisedwater.
Preparation
Filling the water tank
• Place the steam generator on a stable, horizontal and heat-resistant surface.
• Ensure that your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron rest have
cooled down.
• Open the water tank filler cover - fig.4.
• Pour in untreated tap water up to the max mark - fig.5.
• Close the water tank filler cover.
Your iron is equipped with an extension cord system to prevent the cord from dragging over
the laundry and creasing it again when ironing.
Take the steam cord out of its housing and unwind it completely.
Remove the tie to release the cord outlet.
Press the Eject button - fig.6 and the Easycord system extends automatically.
When the cord outlet tips, the Easycord system extends automatically without you having to
press the Eject button.
Using the Easycord system
Operating the control panel
Green light flashes: the boiler heats up. - fig.7.
Green light on: the steam is ready - fig.7.
Red light “water tank” on: the water tank is empty - fig.10.
The orange “anti-calc” indicator flashes - fig.12: you need to rinse the scale collector.
Switch on the steam generator
Completely unwind the power cord and the steam cord from its storage space.
Lower the retaining hoop (depending on model) to unlock the safety catch - fig.3.
Plug your steam generator into a mains socket with an earth pin”.
Press on the on / off switch. The green light (located on the control panel) flashes and the
boiler heats up - fig.7.
When the green “steam ready” light stops flashing (after 2 minutes approximately), the
appliance is ready.
The first time the appliance is
used, there may be some
fumes and smell but this is
not harmful. They will not
affect use and will disappear
rapidly.
Steam ironing
Placetheiron'stemperaturecontrolslideaccordingtothetypeoffabricto beironed(seetable below).
The thermostat light comes on. Be careful ! The steam generator is ready when the thermostat
light goes out and when the green “steam ready” light stays on.
Adjust the steam output control dial (located on the control panel).
While ironing, the light on top of the iron and the steam ready light turn on and off, as the
temperature adjusts without interrupting ironing.
To obtain steam, press on the steam control button under the iron handle and keep it pressed -
fig.8. The steam will stop when you release the button.
When starting, and regularly while it is being used, your steam generator's electric pump injects
waterinto the boiler. It makes a noise but this is quite normal. You may also hear aclicking noise
which is the steam valve opening. Again this is normal.
Always spray starch onto the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed.
Use
Do not place the iron on a
metal support.When
taking a break from
ironing, always place
the iron on the iron rest
plate of the unit. It is
equipped with non-slip
pads and has been
designed to withstand
high temperatures.
Always use the Easycord
system for enhanced
comfort of use.
Ironing Boards:
D
ue to the powerful steam
output, a mesh type ironing
board must be used to allow
a
ny excess steam to escape
and to avoid steam venting.
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Setting the temperature
Iron temperature setting:
- Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature (•) and finish with those which need
higher temperatures (••• or Max).
- Mixed fibre fabric: set the ironing temperature to the setting for the most delicate fabric.
- Woollen garments: press repeatedly on the steam control button - fig.8 to obtain short bursts
of steam, without placing the iron on the garment itself.
Steam output setting:
- Thick fabric: increase the steam setting.
- At a low temperature : set the steam output control dial to the low position.
Dry ironing
Do not press the steam control button under the iron handle.
TY
PE OF FABRICS
SETTING TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
S
ETTINGSTEAM OUTPUTCONTROL DIAL
Linen, cotton
•••
Silk, Wool
••
Synthetics
(polyester, acetate, acrylic, polyamide)
S
ETTING THE TEMPERATURE AND STEAM OUTPUT ACCORDING TO TYPE OF FABRIC TO BE IRONED:
To prime the steam circuit,
either before using the iron for
the first time, or if you have not
used the steam function for a
few minutes, press the steam
control button several timesin a
row, holding the iron away from
your clothes
- fig.8. This will
enable any cold water to be
ejected from the steam circuit.
Maintenance and cleaning
Cleaning your steam generator
Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate base-unit.
Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.
Empty and rinse the removable water tank.
Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft cloth.
Tip: for easy, non-aggressive
cleaning of the sole plate of your
iron, use a damp sponge to clean
the sole plate while it is still warm.
Vertical steam ironing
Set the iron temperature control slide and the steam output control dial (located onthe control
panel) to the MAX position.
Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.
As steam is very hot : never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being
worn, always hang garments on a coat hanger.
Holding the iron in a vertical position - fig.8, tilted slightly forwards, press repeatedly on the
steam control button (underneath the iron handle)moving the iron from top to bottom - fig.9.
Refilling the water tank
Whenthered “tank empty indicatorlightturnson,thereis nomoresteam - fig.10.Thewatertankisempty.
Unplug the steam generator. Open the tank filler flap - fig.4.
Fill the water tank up without exceeding the MAX level - fig.5.
Close the water tank filler cover.
Plug in the steam generator. Press the “Restart” button - fig.11, on the control panel to continue
ironing. When the green indicator remains lit, the steam is ready.
TURBO Function (according to model)
Press the Turbo control 2 or 3 times when you need extra steam:
- for ironing thicker fabrics,
- for getting rid of creases,
- for powerful vertical steaming.
Use the Turbo function with care as its exceptional steam power can cause burns.
Recommendations : for
fabrics other than linen or
cotton, hold the iron a few
centimetres from the
garment to avoid burning
the fabric.
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Easy descaling of your steam generator:
To extend the life of your steam generatorand avoidscale onyour ironing, your steam generator
is equipped with a built-in scale collector. This valve, located in the tank,
a
utomatically removes the scale that forms inside.
Operation:
An orange “anti-scale” light located on the control panel starts blinking to tell you that the anti-
scale valve needs rinsing - fig.12.
Important: This operation must not be carried out unless the steam generator has
been unplugged for at least two hours and has cooled down completely.
To carry out this operation, the steam generator must be close to a sink as water may
come out of the tank when it is opened.
Oncethe steam generator has cooled down completely, remove the scale collectorcover- fig. 13.
Unscrew theanti-scale valve andremove it fromthe housing;it contains thescalethat has built
up in the tank - fig.14 and fig.15.
To clean the valve properly, just rinse it under running water to remove the scale it contains -
fig.16.
Put the valve back into its housing and screw it in completely to keep it watertight - fig.17.
Refit the scale collector cover - fig. 18.
The next time you use your iron, press the “restart” button on the control panel to turn
off the orange “anti-scale” light.
D
o not use any descaling
substances (vinegar,
industrial descaling
p
roducts, etc.) when rinsing
the anti-scale valve :
they could damage it.
B
efore emptying your steam
generator, it must always be
left to cool for 2 hours to
avoid any risks of scalding.
Storing the steam generator
Press the illuminated on/off switch and unplug the generator.
Place the iron on the housing plate on the steam generator.
Raise the retaining hoop over the iron until it locks into place (audible click) - fig.2.
Your iron is then safely retained on its base. Warning: do not touch the soleplate while still hot.
Slot the extension cord outlet in the notch (depending on model). Take the end of the cord support and
press to return the flexible part into the base.
Store the steam cord in its slide storage place - fig.19. Take it, fold it in two so as to make a loop. Put the
end of this loop in the slide storage place then push gently until you see the end on the other side of the
slide storage place - fig.20.
Leave the steam generator to cool for at least one hour before putting it away if it is to be stored in a
cupboard or confined space.
You can store the steam generator in complete safety.
PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS
The steam generator does not switch on
or the iron indicator and ON/OFF
indicator do not switch on.
The appliance is not switched on.
Check that your appliance is correctly
plugged in and press the illuminated
on/off switch.
Water runs out of the holes in the
soleplate.
Water has condensed in the pipes because
youareusing steam forthefirsttime oryou
have not used it forsometime.
Press on the steam control button away
from your ironing board until the iron
produces steam.
The soleplate is not hot enough.
Decrease the steam output while ironing
atlowtemperature(steam output control
dial on the control panel). Wait for the
thermostat light to go out before
activating the steam control button.
Your thermostat is faulty: the iron is not
hot enough.
Contact an Approved Service Centre.
Water streaks appear on the linen.
Your ironing board cover is soaked with
water as it is not suited to the power of a
steam generator.
Check that your ironing board is suitable
(See page 20).
Problems with your steam generator?
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PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS
W
hite streaks come through the holes in
the soleplate.
Y
our generator tank is ejecting scale as it
has not been descaled regularly.
R
inse the collector (see § descaling your
steam generator).
B
rown streaks come through the holes in
the soleplate and stain the linen.
Y
ou are using chemical descaling agents
or additives in the water for ironing.
N
ever add this type of product in the
water tank or in the boiler (see page 5 for
what water may be used). Contact an
A
pproved Service Centre.
Fabric fibres have accumulated in the
holes of the soleplate and are burning.
Clean the soleplate with a non-metallic
sponge.
The soleplate is dirty or brown and may
stain the linen.
Your linen is not rinsed sufficiently or you
have ironed a new garment before
washing it.
Ensure linen is rinsed thoroughly to remove
any soap deposits or chemicals on new
garmentswhichmaybesuckedupbytheiron.
You are ironing at too high a temperature. See our recommendations regarding
temperature control setting.
You are using starch. Always spray starch on the reverse side of
the fabric to be ironed.
There is no steam or there is little steam. The water tank is empty (red light on). Fill the water tank.
The steam output control dial is set at
minimum.
Increase the steam output (control dial on
the control panel).
The soleplate temperature is set to the
maximum.
The steam generator operates normally
but the steamisveryhot and dry, andhard
to see.
Steam comes out around the collector. The collector is not tightened correctly. Tighten the collector.
The collector seal is damaged. Contact an Approved Service Centre.
The appliance is faulty. Do not use the steam generator and
contact an Approved Service Centre.
The red “water tank empty” light is on. The water tank is empty. Fill the water tank.
Steam or water escapes under the
appliance.
The rinse plug seal is damaged. Do not use the steam generator and
contact an Approved Service Centre.
The “anti calc” indicator is lit. You have not pressed the “Restart” button. Press the “Restart” button on the control
panel.
Environment protection first !
If you have any product problems or queries please contact our Customer Relations Team first for expert help
and advice
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
If you have any problems or queries please call our Customer Relations team first for expert help and advice:
0845 602 1454 - UK
(01) 677 4003 - Ireland
or consult our website - www.tefal.co.uk
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CALOR GV7350E0 Owner's manual

Category
Steam ironing stations
Type
Owner's manual

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