Your Black & Decker iron has been designed to
remove creases from fabrics using heat & steam
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.
• Wait until the appliance has cooled down
before emptying the water tank as the water
may still be hot.
• Do not immerse the appliance, cored set or
plug in liquids
• Always disconnect the appliance from the
supply before filling, emptying, cleaning, or
carrying out any maintenance on the
appliance.
• This product is designed to remove creases
from fabrics using heat & steam 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
or if it is leaking.
Before first use
• Remove all packaging from the appliance.
• Clean the appliance before first use.
• The self-clean function must be used before
using the appliance for the first time and then
regularly to remove scale.
Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the
appliance is switched off and unplugged.
Filling the water tank
In order to be able to use the steam or spray
function, you will first need to fill the water tank
with water.
• Make sure that the appliance is unplugged.
• Set the steam control (5) to the no steam
position.
• Open the water tank cover (4)
• Hold the appliance at an angle.
• Fill the appliance with water using the beaker
provided.
Warning! Never fill above the maximum filling
level indicted on the beaker provided. Normal
tap water can be used, but if you live in a hard
water area the use of distilled water is
recommended. Do not use chemically de-scaled
water.
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 (8) 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.
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Using as a dry iron
• Stand the appliance on its heel rest (12).
• Plug the appliance in and switch on.
• Set the steam control (5) to the no steam
position.
• Adjust the temperature control dial (9) to the
required setting.
The heating light (10) will switch off when the
appliance has reached the required
temperature.
Using as a steam iron
• Fill the water steam tank as described
above.
• Stand the appliance on its heel rest (12).
• Adjust the temperature control dial (9) to the
required steam setting.
The heating light (10) will switch on. When the
heating light switches off, the iron will be ready
for use as a steam iron.
The heating light will regularly switch on and off
whilst ironing.
• To create steam, set the steam control (5) to
the required steam position.
= Low steam
= High steam
• Plug the appliance in and switch on.
Using the steam burst button
The steam burst feature can only be used whilst
ironing on a high temperature setting.
• Make sure that there is water in the tank and
the temperature control dial (9) is set to the
high steam position.
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• Lift the appliance and press the steam burst
button (6). You may need to press a few
times to activate the pump.
Using the spray button
The spray feature can be used at any
temperature setting when either steam or dry
ironing.
• Make sure that there is water in the water
tank.
• Press the spray button (2) several times to
activate the pump while you are ironing.
Cleaning and maintenance
Before cleaning and maintenance, remove the
plug from the socket and allow the appliance to
cool.
Self Clean
The self-clean function must be used before
using the appliance for the first time and then
regularly to remove scale.
• Fill the tank to the maximum filling level.
• Set the temperature control dial (9) to the
max position.
• Plug the appliance in and switch on.
• Allow the appliance to heat up until the
heating light (10) switches off and then on
again.
• Unplug the appliance and hold it horizontally
over the sink.
• Press the self-clean button (8)
Warning! Hot water and steam will come out of
the vents. Impurities and scale will be washed
away.
• Move the iron backwards and forwards while
this is happening.
• Release the self-clean button.
• Stand the appliance upright on its heel rest.
• Plug the appliance in and switch on.
• Iron an old cloth or towel to dry the soleplate.
Warning! Before manual 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.
• Wipe scale and other residues off the
soleplate with a damp cloth.
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• 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.
Warning! Follow the fitting instructions supplied
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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