Black & Decker F1500 Instruction Manual [ar]

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F1500

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Parts Identiﬁcation

1. Handle

2. Temperature setting marker

3. Sole plate

4. Temperature control dial

5. Heating light indicator

6. Heel rest

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Intended use

Your Black & Decker iron has been designed to remove creases from fabrics using heat and is not to be used for any other purpose.

This product is intended for household use only.

Read this entire manual carefully before using the appliance.

Denotes the risk of electric shock.

Safety instructions

• Warning! When using mains-powered

appliances, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, personal injury and material damage.

• The intended use is described in this manual.

The use of any accessory or attachment or the performance of any operation with this appliance other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

• Retain this manual for future reference.

• Always route the cord carefully to avoid a

tripping hazard.

• Never operate an appliance directly below

the socket-outlet it is connected to.

Using your appliance

• Always take care when using the appliance.

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.

• Do not operate the appliance if your hands

are wet. Do not operate the appliance if you are barefoot.

• Guide the power supply cord neatly so it

does not hang over the edge of a worktop and cannot be caught accidentally or tripped over.

• Never pull the power supply cord to

disconnect the plug from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

• If the power supply cord is damaged during

use, disconnect the appliance from the power supply immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before disconnecting from the power supply.

• Disconnect the appliance from the power

supply when not in use and before cleaning.

Safety of others

• This appliance is not intended for use by

persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that

they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar

with these instructions to use the appliance.

• Do not allow children or animals to come near

the work area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord.

• Close supervision is necessary when the

appliance is used near children.

After use

• Switch off and remove the plug from the

socket before leaving the appliance unattended and before changing, cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.

• When not in use, the appliance should be

stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances.

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Inspection and repairs

• Before use, check the appliance for

damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation.

• Do not use the appliance if any part is

damaged or defective.

• Have any damaged or defective parts

repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.

• Before use, check the power supply cord for

signs of damage, ageing and wear.

• Do not use the appliance if the power supply

cord or mains plug is damaged or defective.

• If the power supply cord or mains plug is

damaged or defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power supply cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.

• Never attempt to remove or replace any

parts other than those speciﬁed in this manual.

• Do not attempt to repair the appliance. Take

it to your nearest Black & Decker-owned or authorised Service Centre for repair.

Electrical safety

This product must be earthed. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the

rating plate.

• Power plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (Class1) appliances. Unmodiﬁed plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.

Extension cables & Class 1 product

• A 3-core cable must be used as your

appliance is earthed and of Class 1 construction.

• Up to 30m (100ft) can be used without loss of

power.

To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized Black & Decker Service Center in order to avoid a hazard.

Additional safety instructions for irons

• Always route the cord carefully to avoid a

tripping hazard.

• Do not use the appliance near water.

• Do not place the appliance near heat sources

or directly under cabinets. Do not use the appliance in the presence of explosive or ﬂammable materials.

• The ﬁlling aperture must not be opened

during use.

• Surfaces may be hot during use and during

the cool down period.

• Set the temperature control dial to the min

position before plugging in or out.

• Let the appliance cool down before leaving it

unattended and before cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.

• The power supply cord should not touch the

hot soleplate during use or during the cool down period.

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• Do not touch the soleplate until it has cooled

down.

• Do not immerse the appliance, cored set or

plug in liquids

• Always disconnect the appliance from the

supply before cleaning, or carrying out any maintenance on the appliance.

• This product is designed to remove creases

from fabrics using heat and is not to be used for any other purpose.

• 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 must be used and rested on a

stable surface.

• The iron is not to be used if it has been

dropped, if there are visible signs of damage.

Before ﬁrst use

• Remove all packaging from the appliance.

• Clean the appliance before ﬁrst use.

Use

Warning! Do not leave the appliance

unattended while it is connected to the power supply and during the cool down period.

Temperature setting

The required temperature setting depends on the garment fabric.

• Adjust the temperature control dial (4) to the

required setting:

• Synthetics

•• Silk/wool

••• Cotton/Linen

If you are unsure of the ﬁber content of a garment: start with a low temperature setting and test on a small area (seam or inside hem). If wrinkles remain, gradually increase the heat setting until you ﬁnd the optimum setting.

Using the iron

• Stand the appliance on its heel rest (6).

• Plug the appliance in and switch on.

• Adjust the temperature control dial (4) to the

required setting.

The heating light indicator (5) will switch off when the appliance has reached the required temperature.

Cleaning and maintenance

Before cleaning and maintenance, remove the plug from the socket and allow the appliance to cool.

Warning! Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the appliance off, remove the plug from the socket and allow the appliance to cool.

Warning! Do not immerse the appliance, the cord set or the plug in water or any other liquid.

• Pour out any remaining water after each use

by tilting the appliance forward.

• Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.

• Do not use scouring pads.

• If necessary, use a mild detergent to remove

spots.

• Do not use any abrasive or solvent based

cleaner.

• Do not immerse the appliance in water or

any other liquid.

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Warning! Follow the ﬁtting instructions supplied with good quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13A.

Technical data

Voltage/Supply 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz Power consumption 1100-1300W Weight 0.7kg

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product must not

be disposed of with normal household waste.

Should you ﬁnd one day that your Black & Decker product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not dispose of it with other household waste. Make this product available for separate collection.

• Black & Decker provides a facility for

recycling Black & Decker products once they have reached the end of their working life. This service is provided free of charge. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.

• You can check the location of your nearest

authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker ofﬁce at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorized Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contact are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.

Guarantee

Black & Decker is conﬁdent of the quality of its products and offers an outstanding guarantee.

This guarantee statement is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights.

The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union and the European Free Trade Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:

The product has been used for trade,

professional or hire purposes;

The product has been subjected to misuse

or neglect;

The product has sustained damage

through foreign objects, substances or accidents;

Repairs have been attempted by persons

other than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker ofﬁce at the address indicated in this manual.

Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.

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