very hot during ironing.
e appliance operates at very high z
temperatures. Do not touch any part of
the appliance except the handle. Burns
can occur from touching the hot parts
of the housing or the sole plate and from
hot water or steam. Do not allow steam to
escape in the direction of anyone nearby.
When operating the appliance, hold only z
by the handle.
Do not attempt to iron or to smooth out z
wrinkles or creases from clothes by using
the steam jet function while wearing
them.
Do not ll the reservoir with any liquid z
other than water.
Always switch the appliance o and z
remove the plug from the wall socket
before the water reservoir is removed;
this will prevent the appliance from being
damaged.
Do not allow the power cord to touch z
hot surfaces, and do not coil it round the
appliance.
Always remove the plug from the wall z
socket
a er use, -
in case of any malfunction, -
during cleaning, -
while re lling, when the reservoir is -
removed.
When removing the plug from the wall z
socket, never pull on the power cord;
always grip the plug itself.
is appliance is not intended for use by z
any persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lacking experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure z
that they do not play with the appliance.
Caution: z Keep any packaging materials
well away from children: there is a risk of
su ocation.
No responsibility will be accepted if z
damage results from improper use, or if
these instructions are not complied with.
is appliance is intended for domestic use z
only and not for commercial applications.
In order to comply with safety regulations z
and to avoid hazards, repairs of electrical
appliances must be carried out by quali ed
personnel, including the replacement
of the power cord. If repairs are needed,
please send the appliance to one of our
customer service departments. e
address can be found in the appendix to
this manual.
Filling with water
Before the steam function can be used, the –
reservoir must be lled with water in the
following way:
switch o the generator and remove the -
plug from the wall outlet;
press the reservoir release button and take -
o the reservoir to the rear;
ll the reservoir with clean tap water, -
observing the ‘Max’ marking;
replace the reservoir in the generator, -
ensuring it locks into place.
Adjusting the level of water hardness
Before the appliance is used for the rst time,
or when it is used in a new location with a
di erent degree of water hardness, the iron
should be adjusted to the appropriate hardness
level :
Press the –
button to enter the water-
hardness adjustment mode.
Use the + and – buttons to select the –
hardness level:
Hard –
Medium –
So –
Should you be unsure about the hardness of
the water in your area, please enquire of the
relevant local authority department.
Press the
button again to con rm the
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