DeLonghi PRO_VVX 170, VVX 180 User Manual GB

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IMPORTANT

Carefully read this handbook before using the appliance in order to obtain the best results and for maximum safety in
use. Save these instructions for future reference.

WARNINGS
Carefully read the following instructions.

• Before using the appliance, check that the mains sup­ply voltage corresponds to the one indicated on the
appliance label. Only connect the appliance to a
power supply and to sockets with a minimum current
rating of 10 A and provided with an earth connec­tion.

• If the socket and mains lead plug are incompatible,
the socket should be changed by qualified personnel
only.

• The safety of this appliance is guaranteed only if it is
correctly connected to a proper and effective earth
connection as provided by the regulations in force on
electrical safety. The manufacturer cannot be consid­ered responsible for damages caused by the absence
of an earth connection on the power supply line. If in
doubt, consult an expert.

• Do not leave the iron unsupervised when plugged
into the power socket.

• Never leave the appliance filled with water in a room
where it will be subject to a temperature below or
equal to 0°C.

• After removing the packing, make sure that the appli­ance is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use the
appliance and consult an expert.

• The packing elements (plastic bags, polystyrene
foam, etc.) should be kept out of the reach of children
as they are a safety hazard.

• Adapters, multi-pin sockets and/or extensions should
not be used. If their use is necessary, only adapters,
multi-pin sockets and extensions that comply with cur­rent safety regulations should be used, taking care
not to exceed the power limit indicated on the
adapter.

• This appliance is intended for household use only.
Any other use is considered inappropriate and con­sequently dangerous.

• Noises could occur when the bsteam generator is
heating up or cooling down, due to normal expan­sion and contraction of the stainless steel with which
it is made.

• The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages
caused by inappropriate, incorrect or irresponsible
use or for damages resulting from repairs carried out
by non-qualified personnel.

• In the event of damage to the plug, to the hydraulic
and electric system, only qualified personnel should
replace the component parts with original spare
parts.

• For any repairs and for the replacement of the power cable, if
damaged, contact your reseller or an authorised service cen­tre, so as to ensure the effectiveness of your appliance and the
validity of the guarantee.

• DO NOT OPEN THE CAP WHEN USING THE APPLIANCE OR
UNTIL THE APPLIANCE HAS RUN OUT OF WATER. . The latter
occurs when no more steam is released from the iron. To add
water, unplug the appliance, and wait around 15 minutes to
avoid rapid changes in temperature. Place a cloth on the cap

and gradually unscrew it, allowing any residual steam to be
released slowly.

• ONLY use the iron pad supplied; in the event of damage,
only use the ORIGINAL spare part.

•If your model is provided of top cover, before lifting
the appliace, be sure that the top cover is securely
positioned.

The use of all electrical appliances implies the observance
of some fundamental rules.

IN PARTICULAR:

• Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands
or feet. Never place the appliance in water.

• Never use the appliance in bathrooms.

• Never pull the mains lead or the appliance with wet
or damp hands or feet.

• Never let children or the disabled use the appliance
without supervision.

• Never leave the appliance plugged in as it could be
a safety hazard.

• Before cleaning or servicing, disconnect the appli­ance by removing the plug from the socket.

• If the appliance should become faulty and/or not
work properly, Switch it off and do not attempt to
repair it . For all repairs contact only a Customer
Service Centre appointed by the manufacturer and
ask for original spare parts. Non-compliance with
this warning can compromise the safety of the appli­ance.

• When the appliance is to be discarded, after unplug­ging it, the mains lead should be cut to make the
appliance unusable.

• The mains lead of this appliance should not be
changed by the user. If it is damaged or needs
replacing, contact a Customer Service Centre
appointed by the manufacturer.

• Never fill the appliance under running water.

• Absolutely avoid contact between the hot base and
cables.

• If the safety thermistor is activated, the appliance
switches off automatically. To use the appliance
again, it must be serviced by qualified personnel.

• Do not direct the steam jet toward people as this
could be dangerous.

• Do not use the iron on clothes that are still very wet.

• Do not store the iron if the base is hot.

• Do not use mixtures of stain removers or similar
products.

• Unplug the appliance when it is not being used. Do
not leave it plugged in if it not to be used.

• During use, the steam generator should not be
moved.

• Never remove the water tank cap when the appliance
is connected to the mains supply.

• The steam generator should be placed on a flat sur­face that is particularly resistant to high temperatures.

This appliance complies with the directive 89/336/EEC
on radio interference suppression.

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DESCRIPTION

1) Steam slider lock (if provided)

2) Steam supply button
2A)Steam supply button (if provided)

3) lron thermostat knob

4) “Iron on temperature” indicator light

5) Water tank cap

6) Removable iron pad

7) Funnel (if provided)

8) Steam control knob (if provided)

9) “Steam ready” indicator light

10)Pressure gauge (if provided)

11)“Low water” indicator light (if provided)

12)ON-OFF steam generator switch

13)ON-OFF iron switch

14)Top cover (if provided)

USEFUL HINTS

•Velvet, wollen fabrics, etc. as well as gloves,
bags and so on will recover their original look
and softness. Just pass the iron at a short dis­tance with the steam on.

• Carpets will become like new again by remov­ing the mark left by furniture placed on them;
make the steam penetrate into the carpet where
the nap has been pressed and brush it softly.

• Neither use or lean the iron on zips, hooks,
rings, etc. to avoid scratching the plate.

• The surface of the plate must be kept clean: to
clean it, just wipe the cold surface with a damp
cloth. The iron mustn’t be treated with decalci­fying detergents.

• After using it, always wait till the iron is cold
before putting it away.

• Put the iron in a dry place.

•When you have finished ironing it is not neces­sary to empty the water left in the water tank.

• Sort out clothes according to the recommended
ironing temperature and begin to iron the ones
that require the lowest temperature.

• Silk textiles can be dry-pressed on the reverse.

•Wollen, cotton and fine linen can be steam-ironed
on the reverse or on the right side by putting a
thin cloth to avoid “shine”. Stached textiles need
more steam. Iron whites and light colours on the
right side; iron dark colours on the reverse as well
as embroidery to make it stand out.

• Linen textiles can be steam-ironed by abundantly
steaming the material and by ironing dark

colours on the reverse to avoid “shine”. Iron
lapels on the right side to make them stand out.

• Each time you start operating the steam gener­ator (and the first time you use it) or if you
haven’t used steam for some minutes: press the
steam control button several times and away
from the ironing board. This will remove the
cold water from the steam circuit.

• The domestic iron is provided with a special
device which allows you to have a steam sup­ply “on the whole plate” or “concentrated on
the tip”. If you want a steam supply “on the
whole plate”, press the steam supply button (2)
with the iron in a horizontal position. If you
keep the button (2) pressed and move the iron
in a vertical position, the steam supply will con­tinue “on the whole plate”.
If you want a steam supply “concentrated on
the tip”, press the steam supply button (2) with
the iron in a vertical position. If you keep the
button (2) pressed and move the iron in a hori­zontal position, the steam supply will continue
“concentrated on the tip”.

• The removable iron pad can be put where you
prefer: be careful not to put the iron directly on
the boiler’s body..

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Before steam ironing, make sure the fabric is
suitable for this kind of ironing. The machine
works with tap water. In case of very hard
water (hardness above 27°F) we suggest using
half distilled water and half tap water. Do not
use chemicals or detergents (e.g. perfumed water,
fragrances, scale removers, etc.).

For the models provided with top cover (14), remo­ve it as shown in Fig. 3.

Filling the steam generator water tank and con­necting to the power mains

Make sure the appliance is unplugged. Remove the
water tank cap (5) and fill the tank with water
using the special funnel (7) (if provided). Some
models are provided with a safety cap which can’t
be unscrewed if there’s still steam in the steam gen­erator. Screw back the cap securely (5) and plug
the switch in.

Attention: never unscrew the cap (5) with the
steam generator under pressure.

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