Hamilton Beach 14975 User Manual
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Irons
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Français .............................................. 14
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Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este
instructivo antes de usar su aparato.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1. Use iron only for its intended use.
2. Verify that the voltage in your home corresponds to that of your
appliance.
3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron
in water or other liquids.
4. The iron should always be turned to OFF before plugging or
unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from
outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
5. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely
before putting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
6. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with
water or emptying and when not in use.
7. Do not operate 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. Call our toll-free customer service number
for information on examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly
can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
8. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by
or near children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected
or on an ironing board.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
9. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or
steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down –
there may be hot water in the reservoir.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere cord
should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be
pulled or tripped over.
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance is intended for household use only.
Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface
may damage that surface.
Do not iron or vertical steam clothes that are being worn.
Do not use vertical steam in the direction of people or pets.
Please Read Before First Use:
• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke. This
will stop and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
• Many irons spit or sputter during the first few uses with
tap water. This happens as the steam chamber becomes
conditioned. This will stop after a few uses.
• To clean steam vents before first use, prepare iron for
steam ironing, then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes
while letting the iron steam. Press the Blast button several
times to clean the vents. Then follow the Self-Cleaning
instructions on page 10.
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wWARNING
Shock Hazard
• Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that
reduces the risk of electrical shock. The plug fits only one way
into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
plug by modifying the plug in any way or using an adaptor. If
the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
have an electrician replace the outlet.
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1. Water Fill Cover
2. Steam ON/OFF Control
3. Spray and Blast Buttons
4. Auto Shutoff Reset
Light* (GREEN) and
Power ON Light (RED)
5. Swivel Power Cord
6. Heel Rest
7. Temperature Control Dial
8. Soleplate
9. Self Clean
* on select models only
Parts and Features
Spray
Steam
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Steam ON/OFF
Control
This iron is equipped with a position/motion sensor. This means
that if the iron is left motionless it will turn off automatically and
cool to room temperature.
To restart iron, simply move the iron and allow it to reheat on
heel position.
The iron will reheat to the previously selected setting.
Iron Position Motionless Time
Resting on soleplate 30 seconds
Resting on either side 30 seconds
Resting on heel 15 minutes
Sensor Control
Position Sensing
The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following
positions.
The auto off time varies based on the iron’s position.
Auto Shutoff Reset Light
After 30 seconds of no movement in the horizontal position,
the iron will automatically shut off and the green light will
blink. Move iron upright to vertical position to turn back on..
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5. Allow 2 minutes for the iron to reach desired temperature.
6. Set Steam ON/OFF Control to .
7. To turn iron off, set Set Steam ON/OFF
Control to O (Dry Iron). Turn the
Temperature Control Dial to Off.
Unplug iron.
8. Empty water from the iron following
directions in “Caring for Your Iron.”
Water: Please use ordinary tap water. If you have extremely
hard water, alternate between tap water and distilled water
for use in the iron.
To Vertical Steam
1. Follow Steps 1 through 5 in
“To Steam Iron.”
2. Hang garment in a location that is
not susceptible to damage from heat
or moisture. Do not hang in front of
wallpaper, window, or mirror.
3. Hold iron about 6 inches (15 cm) away
from garment and press and release
the Blast Button to steam out wrinkles. Do not press Blast
Button more than once every 5 seconds.
4. To turn iron off, turn Temperature Control Dial to OFF.
Unplug iron.
5. Empty water from the iron following directions in “Caring
for Your Iron.”
NOTE: Do not allow hot soleplate to touch delicate garments.
1. Plug the iron into outlet.
2. Set Steam ON/OFF Control to
O (Dry Iron).
3. Turn Temperature Control Dial to
desired temperature. Allow 2 minutes
for iron to reach desired temperature.
4. To turn iron Off, turn Temperature
Control Dial to OFF and unplug iron.
To Dry Iron
To Steam Iron
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1. Unplug iron. Set Steam ON/OFF Control to O (Dry Iron) Set
iron upright on heel rest. Open water fill cover.
2. Using a cup, slowly pour tap water into water tank opening
until MAX fill line is reached. Do not fill iron directly from
the faucet.
3. Plug iron into outlet.
4. Turn Temperature Control Dial to desired fabric setting in
the steam range.
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Caring and Cleaning
Iron Storage
1. The water tank of your iron should be emptied after each
use. Turn Temperature Control Dial to Off. Unplug the iron
and hold over a sink. Slowly tilt pointed end of iron down
over sink. Water will run out of water tank opening.
2. After iron has completely cooled, wrap cord loosely around
iron and store in an upright position. Do not store iron laying
flat on soleplate.
Soleplate
1. Never iron over zippers, pins, metal rivets, or snaps, as
these may scratch the soleplate.
2. To clean occasional build-up on the soleplate, wipe with
a sudsy cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal
scouring pads.
3. Always store iron upright in the heel rest position.
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Features
Steam ON/OFF Control
This control turns steam ON or
OFF ( O ).
Power On Light
The red light stays on even if Temperature Control Dial is
turned to Off.
Spray and Steam Buttons
Push Spray Button to release a fine
spray of water for difficult wrinkles in
cotton or linen. Push Steam Button
for an extra blast of steam.
Spray
Steam
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PROBLEM
THINGS TO CHECK
Water is
leaking
Iron
won’t
steam
Leaves
spots
• Do not overfill the water tank.
• If steam ironing, is Steam ON/OFF Control in a
steam position, the Temperature Control Dial in
the steam range, and did the iron have enough
time to preheat?
• If dry ironing, make sure the Steam ON/OFF
Control is in the DRY IRON position ( O ).
• If using the Blast button, push button less frequently.
• Follow the self-cleaning instructions one or
two times with tap water (not distilled) to
“condition” the iron.
• Check the water level.
• Is Steam ON/OFF Control in Steam position?
• Has the iron had enough time to preheat?
• Anti-drip feature will not allow steam when
temperature setting is in the dry range.
• ALWAYS empty the water tank of the iron
after using. Water left in the tank may discolor
clothing and soleplate.
• If the iron cord should become twisted, unplug
iron and let cool. Hold iron cord in the middle
of entire length. Let plug and iron dangle freely
until cord uncoils. This will extend the life of
your iron cord.
• Check Temperature Control Dial is set to
correct fabric.
Twisted
cord
Troubleshooting
Wrinkles
are not
removed
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Caring and Cleaning (cont.)
Self-Clean
To keep the steam vents clear of any build-up, follow these
instructions each time you iron using steam.
1. Set Temperature Control to OFF. Fill iron with water to 1⁄2 of
its maximum capacity.
2. Set Steam ON/OFF Control to O (Dry Iron). Set Temperature
Control to Linen setting and let iron heat for 2 minutes.
3. Set Temperature Control to OFF. Unplug iron and hold over
a sink with soleplate facing down.
4. Press and hold the Self Clean Button. Boiling water and
steam will flow out of steam vents. Allow all water to drain
from iron.
5. Gently move iron front to back to allow water to clean
entire soleplate area.
6. If water still remains inside of soleplate, reheat iron as indi-
cated in Step 2. Boiling water and steam could still flow out
of steam vents.
Troubleshooting
Iron won’t
heat
PROBLEM
THINGS TO CHECK
• Is the iron plugged in and the outlet working?
Check the outlet by plugging in a lamp.
• Is the Temperature Control Dial turned to a
fabric setting?
• If automatic shutoff model, is the Reset Button
Light illuminated? Move the iron to reset.
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This warranty applies to product purchased in the U.S. or Canada.
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Troubleshooting (cont.)
PROBLEM
THINGS TO CHECK
Iron is too
hot/not hot
enough
• Check Temperature Control Dial and adjust
to desired setting level. Let iron cool down
5 minutes before continuing.
If you have a question, call our toll-free customer service
number. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series
numbers and fill in that information below. These numbers can
be found on the bottom of your appliance. This information will
help us answer your question much more quickly.
MODEL:_____________ TYPE:_____________ SERIES: _____________
Customer Service
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year for Hamilton Beach products or one hundred eighty (180) days
for Proctor-Silex and Traditions products from the date of original purchase, except as
noted below. During this period, we will repair or replace this product, at our option, at
no cost. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR
CONDITION, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY STATUTORY WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS
EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID,
AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. There is no warranty with respect to the following, which
may be supplied with this product, including without limitation: glass parts, glass
containers, cutter/strainers, blades, seals, gaskets, clutches, motor brushes, and/or
agitators, etc. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does
not cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect including failure to clean
product regularly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, use for commercial
purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from
state to state, or province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow
limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental or consequential damages, so
the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE
STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service please
have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826
hamiltonbeach.com or proctorsilex.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Fabric Setting Chart
To Iron
Off
Nylon
Acrylic
Silk
Polyester
Rayon
Wool
Cotton
Linen
Ironing Instructions
Steam
Setting
Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric.
Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric.
Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric.
Iron with fabric still damp.
Iron on the wrong side of fabric.
Steam iron on the wrong side of fabric.
Iron while still damp using steam
and/or spray.
Iron on wrong side of fabric while still
damp.
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