IAN 312749
STEAM IRON
PLANCHA DE VAPOR SDB 1800 F4
STEAM IRON
Operating instructions PLANCHA DE VAPOR
Instrucciones de uso
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Contents
Introduction .......................................2
Warning types .....................................2
Safety instructions ..................................3
Important cord information .....................................7
Proper use ..................................................7
Package contents ...................................8
Appliance description ...............................8
Technical specifications ..............................9
FCC Compliance Statement ...........................9
Before first use ....................................10
Automatic shut-off .................................11
Filling the water reservoir ...........................12
Operation ........................................13
Plugging in and ironing ...................................... 13
Steam ironing ............................................. 14
Ironing with steam blast ..................................... 14
Pausing operation of the steam iron ............................ 15
Turning the steam iron off .................................... 15
Anti-drip system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning .........................................15
Self-cleaning function ....................................... 15
Housing .................................................. 16
Storage ..........................................17
Troubleshooting ...................................17
Disposal .........................................18
Disposal of the appliance .................................... 18
Disposal of the packaging ................................... 18
3 year limited warranty ............................19
Distributor ........................................20
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance!
You have chosen a modern, high-quality product. These operating
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 instructions:
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.
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 appliance.
This appliance complies with statutory safety regulations. Improper use
may result in personal injury and property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY 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 dis-
connect 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 come into contact with 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 it with water, emptying its water reservoir, and when the
it 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 spe-
cialist for examination and repair. Incorrect assembly might
result in a risk of electric shock when the iron is used after
reassembly.
7. Close supervision is required for any appliance used by or
near children. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron
is connected or on an ironing board.
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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!
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY!
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
► Do not operate appliances with too 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 experience 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 appli-
ance. 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 power.
► The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before the
water reservoir is filled with water.
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► The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
► 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
manufacturer, its authorized 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 depart-
ment.
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 appli-
ance 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.
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► Remove the plug from the outlet after every use, before clean-
ing the appliance, and when refilling the appliance with water.
► Never touch the power cord or the plug with wet hands.
► 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.
► Hold the steam iron only by the handle when it is hot.
► Do not open the filler opening for the water reservoir 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
completely.
► Use only the ironing temperatures suitable for the material as
stated in the respective care instructions. Otherwise, you could
damage the fabric. If you do not know the correct care instruc-
tions, start with the lowest temperature setting.
► Place the iron only on a level and heat-resistant surface.
The iron must be stable.
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► 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 reservoir should only be filled with tap water or
distilled water. Otherwise, you will damage the steam iron.
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.
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!
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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).
Appliance description
Figure A:
Water jet
Filler opening for the water reservoir
Steam control
Steam blast button
Spray button
Control light for automatic shut-off
Temperature control light
Temperature regulator
Power cord with anti-kink protection
Base
- Sole of the iron
3 Self-clean button
Figure B:
! Measuring beaker
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Technical specifications
Voltage 120V ∼ (AC), 60 Hz
Power consumption 1800W
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.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authori-
ty 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 may pose a risk.
To avoid the risks of asphyxiation, keep plastic bags out of the
reach of toddlers and small children.
3) Fill the water reservoir with water (See the section Filling
the water reservoir).
4) Insert the plug into a power socket supplying an electrical
current as detailed on the rating plate.
5) Move the temperature control to the "MAX" position.
6) Heat the steam iron up for several minutes at the highest
setting.
7) Activate the steam blast button a couple of times so that
steam comes out of the sole of the iron -.
8) Then iron over a piece of old piece of material to remove any
residues that may remain on the sole of the iron -.
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Automatic shut-off
This steam iron is equipped with an automatic shut-off system.
This stops the iron from heating up.
If the iron is resting on the sole of the iron - and is not moved for
about 30 seconds, you will hear a warning beep and the control
light for the automatic shut-off will flash. The iron will stop heating
up. To deactivate the automatic shut-off, lift up the iron and move
it gently from side to side. The control light for the automatic
shut-off turns off and the iron heats up again.
If the iron is on its base and is not moved for about 8 minutes,
there will be a warning beep and the control light for the automatic
shut-off flashes. The iron will stop heating up. To deactivate the
automatic shut-off, lift up the iron and move it gently from side to
side. The control light for the automatic shut-off turns off and
the 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 reservoir
1) Hold the iron in your hand at an angle.
2) Open the cover of the filler opening for the water reservoir .
3) Using the measuring beaker !, fill the water reservoir with
water to the "MAX" marking, but no further.
4) Close the cover of the filler opening for the water reservoir .
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 enhance optimal steam blast function, mix tap water with
distilled water according to the following 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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Operation
Plugging in and ironing
Dry ironing without steam is possible at all temperatures; steam
ironing is only possible above the setting range on the
temperature control .
1) Insert the plug into a power socket.
► If the clothing care instructions forbid ironing ( ), the gar-
ment must 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.
Temperature control
symbol Material type
Synthetic
Silk, wool
Cotton, linen
3) Select the appropriate temperature setting with the tempera-
ture control . The temperature control light lights up. When
the set temperature has been reached, the temperature control
light turns off.
Always place the iron on the base while it heats up. If you
place the iron on the sole of the iron - and do not move it, the
automatic shut-off will be activated after 30 seconds (see section
Automatic shut-off) and the appliance stops heating up.
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4) Wait until the temperature control light turns off. 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 spray button .
Steam ironing
1) Set the steam control to the desired steam setting.
2) The temperature control must be set to at least the
setting. Otherwise no steam will be produced.
Ironing with steam blast
The steam blast function is especially suitable for smoothing
difficult-to-reach parts of a garment.
The temperature control must be set to at least the setting.
Otherwise no steam will be produced.
1) Raise the steam iron slightly.
2) For a steam blast, press the steam blast button .
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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Pausing operation of the steam iron
► Never leave a hot steam iron unattended if it is turned on or
connected to the power supply. Risk of fire and burns!
1) Move the temperature control to the "MIN" position.
2) Stand the steam iron only on the base .
Turning the steam iron off
1) Remove the plug from the power socket.
2) Empty the water reservoir and clean the sole of the iron -.
3) Place the cooled-down steam iron on the base .
Anti-drip system
With conventional steam irons, water can drip from the sole of the
iron - if the set temperature is too low. This steam iron, however,
is equipped with a special anti-drip system ( ). At low
temperatures, the steam iron automatically turns off the steam
blast function. When this happens, a "click" can be heard. If this
happens, you can set a suitable temperature with the temperature
control . As soon as it is reached, steam production is resumed.
Cleaning
Self-cleaning function
1) Fill the water reservoir to the "MAX" marking.
2) Insert the plug into the power socket.
3) Move the temperature control to the "MAX" position.
4) Set the steam control to maximum steam power.
5) Allow the steam iron to heat up until the temperature control
light turns off and then lights up again.
6) Hold the steam iron horizontally over a suitable container.
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7) Press the self-clean button 3 and keep it pressed. Move the
steam iron back and forth a little. Steam and boiling water will
flow from the steam exit holes in the sole of the iron -.
Any impurities that may be present are flushed out.
8) Release the self-clean button 3 as soon as all of the water in
the water reservoir is used up.
9) Dry the sole of the iron - thoroughly. To do this, move the
sole of the iron - back and forth several times over a towel or
an old piece of material.
10) Allow the steam iron to cool down before placing it in storage.
Housing
► Always remove the plug from the power socket before cleaning
the appliance.
► Never open the appliance housing! Otherwise, there is a risk
of an electric shock.
► Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning it!
Otherwise, there is a risk of burns!
► Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners. They will damage the
surface of the appliance!
► Do not use aggressive, chemical or abrasive cleaning agents!
They could irreparably damage the surface!
♦ Clean the housing with a soft, dry cloth only.
♦ Clean the sole of the iron - using a damp cloth and a mild,
non-scouring detergent.
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Storage
♦ Empty any remaining water from the water reservoir.
♦ Store the cooled-down appliance in a clean, dust-free and dry
location.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE
CAUSE
POSSIBLE
SOLUTIONS
The appliance is not
working.
The appliance is not
connected to a power
socket.
Connect the appliance
to a power socket.
The appliance is dam-
aged.
Contact the customer
service department.
The steam iron is
producing no steam or
very little steam.
The reserves of water
in the steam iron are
depleted.
Fill the water reservoir
with water (See "Filling
the water reservoir").
The steam iron
does not get hot.
The steam iron is not
plugged in or is not
turned on.
Insert the plug into
a power socket
and adjust the
temperature regu-
lator to the desired
temperature level.
The steam iron is
defective.
Arrange for the
steam iron to be re-
paired by qualified
specialists.
If the malfunction cannot be corrected using one of the suggestions above,
or if you have found some other kind of malfunction, please contact our
customer service department.
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