Delonghi VVX 1000, VVX 900, VVX 1100 Instructions Manual

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IMPORTANT
Read this manual thoroughly before using the appliance. This will ensure optimum results and maximum safety.
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 voltage indicated on the
rating plate. Only connect the appliance to a power sup­ply and 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 correc­tly connected to a proper and effective earth connection
as specified by current electrical safety standards and
regulations. The manufacturer cannot be considered
responsible for damage 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 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.

• When unpacked, the removable water tank is detached
from the appliance and in a separate bag.

• Adapters, multiple sockets and/or extensions should not
be used. If their use is necessary, only adapters, multiple
sockets and extensions complying with current safety
standards and 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 steam generator is heating
up or cooling down. This is due to normal expansion of
the metal it is made from.

• The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by
inappropriate, incorrect or irresponsible use or for
damage resulting from repairs carried out by unqualified
personnel.

• If the water tank is damaged, replace with original spare
parts.

• For all repairs and for replacement of the mains lead if
damaged contact an authorised service centre to main­tain the efficiency of your appliance and the validity of
the guarantee. For the same reasons, you are always
recommended to use original spare parts.

• Use the iron rest provided ONLY. If it is damaged, use

only an original replacement.

• IMPORTANT!!
In the event of malfunction, the appliance has a safety
valve which discharges the steam from the bottom of
the steam generator. On opening of the valve, you will

hear a loud whistle. Immediately turn the iron off, unplug
it from the mains and contact an authorised Customer
Service Centre.

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 unfit persons 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.

• In the event of malfunction or faulty operation, switch off
and do not attempt to repair. For all repairs contact a
Customer Service Centre appointed by the manufacturer
only and ask for original spare parts. Failure to comply
with this warning could compromise the safety of the
appliance.

• When the appliance is to be discarded, after unplugging
from the mains, the 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.

• Before adding water, always remove the tank from the
appliance: never fill the appliance under running water.

• All contact between the hot base and cables must be
rigorously avoided.

• If the safety thermistor is activated, the appliance swit­ches off automatically. Before re-use, 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 excessively damp clothes.

•After ironing, allow the iron to cool before putting away.

• NEVER mix the water in the tank (5) with stain removers,
additives or perfumed essences. This would jeopardise
the safety of the appliance and irreparably damage the
steam generator, possibly requiring it to be replaced.

• Unplug the appliance when not in use. Do not leave
plugged in unnecessarily.

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

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

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

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DESCRIPTION

1) Steam button lock (certain models only)

2) Steam discharge button
2A)Steam discharge button (certain models only)

3) Iron thermostat knob

4) “Iron at temperature” indicator light

5) Removable water tank

6) Tank cap

7) Iron rest

8) "Steam ready" indicator light

9) Steam regulation knob

10)"Iron on" indicator light

11)"Steam generator on" indicator light

12)Cable winder (certain models only)

13)Iron ON/OFF switch

14)Steam generator ON/OFF switch

15)Separate iron mat (certain models only)

16)Cable wand (certain models only)

USEFUL HINTS

• The original appearance and softness of fabrics
such as velvet or wool, or gloves, bags etc. can
be restored by passing the iron a short distance
away with the steam jet in operation.

• To remove the marks left by furniture and resto­re carpets to new, allow the steam to penetrate
into the flattened pile and brush lightly.

• Do not rest or use the iron on zips, hooks, rings
etc to avoid scratching the plate.

• Keep the surface of the plate clean. To clean,
when cold, wipe the surface with a damp cloth.
The iron must never be treated with descaling
products.

• After use, always wait for the iron to cool down
before putting away.
Avoid touching the water tank while the iron is
hot.

• Store the iron in a dry place.

• It is not necessary to empty the tank after iro­ning. However, the appliance should be drai­ned of water if left unused for long periods.

• Separate clothes according to the recommen­ded ironing temperature and begin ironing
with items requiring the lowest temperatures.

• Silk may be dry-pressed on the reverse.

• Wool, cotton and fine linen can either be
steam-ironed on the reverse or on the right
side, interposing a thin cloth between the iron
and the fabric to avoid “shine”.

Starched fabrics require greater moisture. Iron
whites and light colours on the right side and
dark colours on the reverse. Embroidery should
also be ironed on the reverse to make it stand
out.

• Linen can be steam-ironed with abundant
steam. Iron dark colours on the reverse to avoid
“shine”. Iron lapels on the right side to make
them stand out.

• Each time the iron is used (including for the first
time) or if you have not used the steam for
several minutes, press the steam discharge but­ton several times away from the ironing board.
This will eliminate cold water from the steam
circuit.

• This iron for domestic use is fitted with a special
device to obtain either steam discharge over
the whole plate or concentrated in one point.
If you require steam discharge over the whole
plate, press the steam discharge button (2) with
the iron in a horizontal position.
Hold the button (2) down and move the iron
into a vertical position to obtain continuous
steam discharge over the whole plate.
If, on the other hand, you require steam
discharge concentrated in one point, push the
steam discharge button (2) with the iron in a
vertical position. To obtain point discharge in a
horizontal position, hold the button down.

• The separate iron mat and cable wand (for
mounting either on the right or left, see fig. 2)
provided with certain models enable the
appliance to be arranged as you wish.
Note: use the iron mat on the ironing board
only.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
STEAM IRONING

Before steam ironing, make sure the fabric is suita­ble for this kind of ironing. The machine works with
normal tap water. In the event of very hard water
(hardness above 27°F) we suggest using distilled
water diluted 50% with tap water.

Never use distil-

led water alone.

Never use chemical substances or
detergents (eg perfumed water, essences, descaling
solutions, etc).

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