IAN 295375
STEAM IRON
PLANCHA DE VAPOR SDB 1800 A1
STEAM IRON
Operating instructions PLANCHA DE VAPOR
Instrucciones de uso
US - EN Operating instructions Page 1
US - ES Instrucciones de uso Página 25
Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarize yourself with all functions of the
device.
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Contents
Introduction .......................................2
Warning types .....................................2
Safety instructions ..................................3
Important cord information ..........................7
Proper use ........................................8
Package contents ...................................8
Appliance description ...............................9
Technical specifications ..............................9
FCC Compliance Statement ..........................10
Before first use ....................................11
Automatic shut-off .................................12
Filling the water tank ...............................13
Meaning of the display indicators ....................14
Operation ........................................16
Plugging in and ironing ...................................... 16
Steam ironing ............................................. 17
Ironing with steam blast ..................................... 17
Pausing operation of the steam iron ............................ 18
Turning the steam iron off .................................... 18
Anti-drip system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning .........................................18
Self-cleaning function ....................................... 18
Housing .................................................. 19
Storage ..........................................20
Troubleshooting ...................................20
Disposal .........................................21
3 year limited warranty ............................22
Distributor ........................................23
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance!
You have chosen a modern, high-quality product. These operat-
ing instructions are part of the product. They contain important
information about safety, usage, and disposal. Before using the
product, please familiarize yourself with all operating and safety
instructions. This appliance may only be used as described and
for the purposes indicated. Please also pass these operating
instructions on to any future owner.
Warning types
The following warning types are used in these operating instruc-
tions:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury and death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that is considered important, but
not hazardous (e. g. messages related to property damage).
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Safety instructions
This section contains important safety instructions for using the device. This
device complies with statutory safety regulations. Improper use may result in
personal injury and property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an iron, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
1. Only use an iron for its intended use.
2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in
water or other liquids.
3. Always turn the iron OFF before plugging or unplugging the iron
from the electrical outlet. Never pull on the cord to disconnect
the appliance from the electrical outlet; instead, grab the plug
and pull on the plug to disconnect the appliance.
4. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool completely
before putting the iron away. Coil the cord loosely around the iron
when storing.
5. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet before filling
the iron with water, emptying the water from the iron, and when
the iron is not in use.
6. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has
been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble the iron. Take it to a qualified specialist for
examination and repair. Incorrect assembly might result in a risk
of electric shock when the iron is used after reassembly.
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7. Close supervision is required for any appliance used by or near
children. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron is con-
nected or on an ironing board.
8. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or
steam. Use caution when you turn a STEAM IRON upside down –
there might be hot water in the reservoir.
9. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the same
circuit with another high wattage appliance.
10. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with an
ampere rating equal to or greater than the maximum rating of
the iron shall be used. A cord rated for less current can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating. Care shall
be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled on be
tripped over.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
► Do not operate devices with to much power in the same circuit.
► This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of ex-
perience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a
person who is responsible for their safety, or receive instructions
from this person on how to use the appliance. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
► The iron must not be left unattended while it is connected to the
supply mains.
► The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before the water
reservoir is filled with water.
► The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible
signs of damage or if it is leaking.
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► The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
► When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on
which the stand is placed is stable.
► If the SUPPLY CORD is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu-
facturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
To prevent accidents, have defective plugs and/or power
cords replaced immediately by an authorized specialist
technician or our customer service department.
Under no circumstances should you submerge the steam
iron in any liquid or permit liquids to penetrate into the
housing of the steam iron. Do not expose the appliance
to humidity and do not use it outdoors. If any liquid gets
into the housing, unplug the appliance immediately and
have it repaired by a qualified technician.
The surfaces of the appliance can become hot!
► The voltage of the power source must conform to the details
provided on the type plate of the appliance.
► When disconnecting the appliance from the power source, pull
only on the plug itself, never on the cable.
► Never bend (kink) or crush the power cord; always route it in
such a way that it cannot come into contact with hot surfaces and
so that no one can step on or trip over it.
► Remove the plug from the outlet after every use, before cleaning
the appliance, and when refilling the appliance with water.
► Never touch the power cord or the plug with wet hands.
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► Never use the steam iron near water contained in a bath, shower,
sink or other vessels. The proximity of water is hazardous, even if
the appliance is turned off.
► Do not open the steam iron housing. Have a defective appliance
repaired only by an authorized technician.
► Stop using the appliance if the anti-kink protection on the power
cord is damaged!
► Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
► The iron and its connecting cable must be kept out of the reach of
children under the age of 8 while the iron is turned on or cooling
down.
Never place your hands in the steam path or on hot
metal parts.
This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
► Hold the steam iron only by the handle when it is hot.
► Do not open the filler opening for the water tank while the iron
is in use. Allow the steam iron to cool down first and remove the
plug from the power socket.
► Do not put the steam iron away until it has cooled down complete-
ly.
► Use only the ironing temperatures stated in the care instructions
as suitable for the material. Otherwise, you could damage the
textiles. If you do not know the correct care instructions, start with
the lowest temperature setting.
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► Place the iron only on a level and heat-resistant surface. The
iron must be stable.
► When you want to put the steam iron down, always place it on
its base.
► If the clothing care instructions forbid ironing, ( symbol), the
clothing item may not be ironed/steamed. Ignoring this warning
could lead to permanent damage to the clothing item.
► Do not clean the steam iron with solvents, alcohol or abrasive
cleaning agents. They could damage it.
► The water tank should be filled only with tap water or distilled
water. Otherwise, you will damage the steam iron.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY!
Important cord information
This appliance has a polarized plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
there is only one way this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet. If
the plug does not completely fit into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the
plug in any way.
► A short power supply cord (or detachable power supply cord) should
be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in, or trip-
ping over a longer cord.
► Longer detachable power supply cords or extensions cords may
be used if they are used carefully.
► If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appli-
ance;
2) The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children,
or tripped over unintentionally; and
3) If the appliance has a grounded plug, the cord set or exten-
sion cord should also be a grounded 3-wire cord.
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Proper use
The steam iron is intended exclusively for the ironing of textiles.
The iron may only be used indoors and in domestic households.
All other use is deemed as improper use. It is not suitable for
commercial use!
Package contents
This appliance comes standard with the following components:
■ Steam iron
■ Measuring cup
■ Operating instructions
Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage.
If the delivery is incomplete or damage has occurred as a result
of defective packaging or during transport, contact the customer
service hotline (see section about 3 year limited warranty).
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Appliance description
Display
TEMP button (decrease temperature)
TEMP button (increase temperature)
Spray function button
Steam blast button
Power cord with anti-kink protection
Base
Steam control
Sole of the iron
Water jet
- Filler opening for the water tank
3 Measuring beaker
Technical specifications
Voltage 120V ∼, 60 Hz
Power consumption 1800 W
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FCC Compliance Statement
This appliance complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This appliance may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this appliance must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for Class B digital appliances, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
–Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
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Before first use
1) Remove the steam iron from the packaging.
2) Remove all stickers and protective films from the steam iron and
from the sole of the iron .
Plastic bags can be dangerous. To avoid
fatalities through suffocation, keep plastic bags out of the reach
of children.
3) Fill the water tank with water (See the chapter on "Filling the
water tank").
4) Insert the plug into a power socket supplying an electrical
current as detailed on the rating plate.
5) To turn on the iron and set the temperature, press the TEMP
button repeatedly until 11/MAX appears on the display .
6) Heat the steam iron up for several minutes at the highest
setting.
7) Activate the steam blast button several times so that steam
comes out of the sole of the iron .
8) Then iron over a piece of scrap fabric to remove any produc-
tion residues that may remain on the sole of the iron .
9) Press the TEMP button repeatedly until the display
reads Standby in red letters.
10) Remove the power plug from the power socket.
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Automatic shut-off
This steam iron is equipped with an automatic shut-off system.
This stops the steam iron from heating up.
When the steam iron is resting on its sole and is not moved for
approx. 30 seconds, 6 warning beeps will sound and "PAUSE"
appears in red letters in the display . The steam iron will stop
heating up.
To deactivate the automatic shut-off, lift up the steam iron and
move it gently from side to side.
The previously set temperature level is shown in white letters and
the steam iron heats up again.
When the steam iron is resting on its base and is not moved
for approx. 8 minutes, 6 warning beeps will sound and "PAUSE"
appears in red letters in the display . The steam iron will stop
heating up.
To deactivate the automatic shut-off, lift up the steam iron and
move it gently from side to side.
The previously set temperature level is shown in white letters and
the steam iron heats up again.
The automatic shut-off is not intended as a substitute for removing
the plug from the power socket!
It is merely designed to prevent the appliance from overheating
and helps avoid unnecessary power consumption.
However, it does not provide fire protection, e.g. if you place and
leave the hot steam iron on flammable material.
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Filling the water tank
1) Place the steam iron on the base .
2) Open the cover of the filler opening for the water tank -.
3) Using the measuring beaker 3, fill the water tank with water to
the "MAX" marking, but not further.
4) Close the cover of the filler opening for the water tank -.
If the water in your location is rated as hard, we recommend that
you mix the tap water with some distilled water. Otherwise, the
jets for the steam blast function could calcify (become blocked
with limescale) prematurely.
To extend the optimal steam blast function, mix tap water with
distilled water according to the table.
Water hardness Ratio of distilled water
to tap water
very soft/soft -
medium 1:1
hard 2:1
very hard 3:1
The water hardness level can be queried at your local water
works.
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Meaning of the display indicators
Display
indicator
Temperature
level
Suitable
for ... Care instructions in the clothing
The plug is in the power socket; the appliance is
in standby mode.
Acrylic
Nylon
Satin
Viscose
Silk
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Polyester
Mixed
fabric
Wool
(steam
ironing
possible)
Cotton
(steam
ironing
possible)
Denim
(steam
ironing
possible)
Linen
(steam
ironing
possible)
The automatic shut-off is activated (see chapter
on "Automatic shut-off")
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Operation
Plugging in and ironing
You can dry-iron without steam at all temperatures. Steam ironing
is only possible from temperature level 8 and upward ( also
appears on the display ).
1) Insert the plug into a power socket. There will be a beep and
the display will show "Standby" in red letters.
If the clothing care instructions forbid ironing
(), the garment may not be ironed. Ignoring this warning could
lead to permanent damage to the clothing item.
2) Check the care instructions on the labels in garments to see if
they are suitable for ironing, and at which temperature setting.
3) To turn on the iron, press the TEMP button repeatedly
until the required temperature level appears on the display
(see chapter on "Meaning of the display indicators"). Use the
TEMP button to switch to a higher or lower temperature
level.
As soon as the indicator for the material type stops flashing on
the display and a beep is heard, the set temperature has been
reached and you can begin ironing.
If you are ironing very dry and wrinkled fabrics, you can dampen
the material using the spray function. To dampen the material,
press the button for the spray function .
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Steam ironing
The temperature level must be set at least to level 8. Otherwise
no steam will be produced.
■ Set the steam control to the desired steam setting.
–Turn the steam control towards to generate more
steam.
–Turn the steam control towards to generate less
steam.
–Make sure you do not turn the steam control further than
the setting. Otherwise, you will activate the self-clean-
ing function (see chapter about "Self-cleaning function").
■ As soon as you hold the steam iron horizontally, steam will
come out of the sole of the iron .
■ If you set the steam control to or hold the steam iron
vertically, no steam will come out of the sole of the iron .
Ironing with steam blast
The steam blast function is especially suitable for smoothing diffi-
cult-to-reach parts of a garment.
1) Raise the steam iron slightly.
2) Press the steam blast button for a blast of steam.
You can also use the steam blast function to smooth hanging
textiles.
Hold the iron vertically and press the steam blast
button .
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