Hamilton Beach 19804 Owner's Manual

READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
LEA ANTES DE USAR

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Durathon™Iron

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

1. Only use an iron for its intended use.

2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron

in water or other liquids.

3. Always turn the iron to OFF before plugging or unplugging

the iron from the electrical outlet. Never pull on the cord to
disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet; instead, grasp
the plug and pull on the plug to disconnect the iron.

4. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool

completely before putting the iron away. Coil the cord
loosely around the iron for storing.

5. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet before

filling the iron with water, emptying the water from the iron,
and when the iron is not in use.

6. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or in the event

the iron has been dropped or damaged or there are visible
signs of damage or it is leaking. To avoid the risk of electric
shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to a qualified
serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect assembly
might result in a risk of electric shock when the iron is used
after reassembly.

7. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.

8. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface

on which the stand is placed is stable.

9. Close supervision is required for any appliance used by or

near children. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron
is connected or on an ironing board.

10. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or

steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down—
there might be hot water in the reservoir.

11. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the same

circuit with another high-wattage appliance.

12. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with an

ampere rating equal to or greater than the maximum rating
of the iron shall be used. A cord rated for less amperage can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating. Care
shall be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or
be tripped over.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This product is intended for household use only.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug

(one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric 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 by using
an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

• 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.

• 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 and then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes while
letting the iron steam. Press the Steam Burst button several
times to clean the vents. Then follow the self-cleaning
instructions on page 11.

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Parts and Features

Adjustable
Steam Switch

Water Tank
Cover

Spray
Nozzle

Spray and Steam
Burst Buttons

Temperature
Settings Button

Soft Touch Grip

Cord

Heel Rest

Temperature Settings/
Auto Shutoff Indicator

Optional Features

(on select models)

Cord Retraction Button

Retractable Cord

Durathon™ Nonstick Soleplate

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Self-Clean
Button

How to Dry Iron

Optional feature on select
models. Grabbing the plug,
pull out the cord.

NOTICE: Do not unwind the
cord past the red tape.

CAUTION! Eye Hazard: Hold
the plug with one hand while
pushing the Cord Retraction
Button with your other hand to
retract the cord.

4

5

To turn iron off, press
Temperature Settings Button
until OFF is illuminated. The
light will stay on until iron is
unplugged.

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Set the Adjustable Steam Switch
to (Dry Iron).

POSITION SENSING/AUTO SHUTOFF

The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following positions. The Auto
Shutoff time varies based on the iron’s position.

IRON POSITION

Resting on soleplate
Resting on either side

Resting on heel

NOTE: Tilting the iron more than 30 degrees will reset the Auto Shutoff sensor.

Press Temperature Settings
Button to turn iron on and
continue pressing until desired
temperature is illuminated.
Allow 2 minutes for iron to reach
maximum temperature. The light
will blink while preheating.

MOTIONLESS TIME

30 seconds
30 seconds

15 minutes

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How to Steam Iron

1

Set the Adjustable Steam Switch
to (Dry Iron).

4

Press Temperature Settings
Button to select desired fabric
setting in the steam range.

2

5

Allow 2 minutes for iron to reach
maximum temperature. The light
will blink while preheating.

3

WARNING! Burn Hazard:
Attempting to steam iron on
a lower temperature setting or
failing to allow the iron to preheat
for 2 minutes can result in hot
water dripping from the soleplate.

Optional feature on select
models. Grabbing the plug,
pull out the cord.

NOTICE: Do not unwind the
cord past the red tape.

CAUTION! Eye Hazard: Hold
the plug with one hand while
pushing the Cord Retraction
Button with your other hand to
retract the cord.

6

Set Adjustable Steam Switch to
the desired steam level.

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How to Steam Iron (cont.)

OR

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For vertical steaming, hold iron
6 inches (15 cm) from garment
and do not allow hot soleplate to
touch delicate garments. Press
and release the Steam Burst
Button to steam out wrinkles.
Wait at least 5 seconds before
pressing Steam Burst Button
again.

10

Empty water from iron following
directions in “Care and Cleaning.”

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To turn iron off, set Adjustable
Steam Switch to (Dry Iron).

POSITION SENSING/AUTO SHUTOFF

The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following positions. The Auto
Shutoff time varies based on the iron’s position.

IRON POSITION

Resting on soleplate
Resting on either side

Resting on heel

NOTE: Tilting the iron more than 30 degrees will reset the Auto Shutoff sensor.

Press Temperature Settings
Button until OFF is illuminated.
The light will stay on until iron is
unplugged.

MOTIONLESS TIME

30 seconds
30 seconds

15 minutes

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Fabric Setting Chart Garment Label

NOTICE: To avoid garment damage, check garment label for
fabric composition and ironing instructions.

Steam

Setting

Dry

Iron

Steam
Range

Temperature

Setting

OFF
Synthetics

Silk, Wool

Cotton, Linen

•

Low

••

Medium

•••

High

Ironing

Instructions

OFF
Dry iron using spray

if necessary.
Iron silk on wrong

side.

For cotton, iron
while still damp or
use spray.
For linen, iron fabric
on wrong side.

Symbols

Fabric care labels on garments have symbols that show ironing
instructions and recommended temperature settings. These symbols
are shown below along with an explanation of their meaning.

Iron

High

Temp

Setting

Do not iron

Medium

Temp

Setting

Do not use

steam

Low Temp

Setting

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Tips for Best Ironing Results

FABRIC FACTS AND LABELS:

Every fabric is different and should be treated accordingly. The label inside clothing or linens should recommend fabric care instructions that
include ironing treatment. As a general rule, these instructions should be followed. If the fabric is a blend, use a low temperature setting. If you
do not know what the content of the fabric is, use the lowest temperature first and test on an inside seam.

PREPARE TO IRON:

1. Cover your ironing board with a padded, heat-resistant cover. Brush or wipe off any dust, dirt, or debris so it doesn’t end up on your clothes.

2. To set the height of the ironing board, stand with your elbows bent at right angles; then drop your hands slightly so that your arms are in a
comfortable position. Set the height of your ironing board to this height.

3. Check the soleplate (the surface of the iron that meets the fabric) for mineral deposits or scorched material before you begin ironing. If these
deposits or minerals are left on the soleplate, they may end up on your clothes. Unsure? Test-glide the iron on a rag or old towel first.

TEST KITCHEN TIP: To clean an iron’s soleplate, preheat the iron to the highest temperature setting and iron over a damp, 100% cotton cloth.
This creates heavy steam that transfers grime from the soleplate to the cloth. Many irons have a Self-Clean Button. This will clean the steam
holes, but it will not remove grime from the flat surface of the soleplate. NOTE: Care should be used while cleaning; steam can burn.

FAST FACTS:

• Don’t iron in a circular motion as this can stretch fabric. Instead, iron lengthwise.

• Natural fibers such as cotton and linen should be ironed slightly damp for faster, easier ironing. If they are completely dry, use maximum

steam while ironing or mist them with water prior to ironing.

• Any portion of a garment that has 2 layers of fabric such as pockets, seams, collars, and cuffs should be ironed inside out first.

• To press a collar, iron from the points in using small strokes of the iron. After wrinkles are pressed out, crease the collar into place by hand—

not with the iron. Treat French cuffs similarly, gently creasing by hand after ironing.

IRONING VERSUS PRESSING:

• You may have heard the terms “ironing” and “pressing” used interchangeably, but they are actually quite different. When ironing, you slide the

iron back and forth over fabric. When pressing, the iron is placed and held on the fabric in one spot, lifted up, and this process is repeated until
the areas that need attention are smooth. A “pressing” technique is helpful to avoid stretching fabrics.

• A pressing cloth can help reduce unwanted “shine” on fabrics. You can purchase a pressing cloth in the laundry care section, or a clean white

dishtowel or 100% cotton pillowcase works equally well. You do not need to increase the recommended iron temperature when using a
pressing cloth.

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Care and Cleaning

1

Allow iron to cool.

2

To empty water from iron, open
the water tank cover and slowly
tilt pointed end of iron over sink
until water runs out.

3

3

Do not store iron laying flat on
soleplate.

Soleplate Care

To clean an iron’s soleplate, preheat the iron to the highest
temperature setting and iron over a damp, 100% cotton cloth.
This creates heavy steam that transfers grime from the soleplate
to the cloth. Many irons have a Self-Clean Button. This will clean
the steam holes, but it will not remove grime from the flat surface
of the soleplate.

NOTE: Care should be used while cleaning; steam can burn.

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NOTICE: To avoid damage to the iron soleplate:

• Never iron over zippers, buttons, pins, metal rivets, or
snaps, since they may scratch the soleplate surface.

• Allow the iron to cool and wipe with a soapy, soft damp
cloth to clean occasional buildup on the soleplate. Never
use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads, since they
may scratch the surface.

Self-Clean Feature

To keep the steam vents clear of any buildup, follow these
instructions each time you iron using steam.

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Press Temperature Settings
Button until COTTON/LINEN is
illuminated.

5

Hold iron over sink.

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Press and hold the Self-Clean
Button until tank is empty.

3

Let iron heat until light stops
blinking.

4

Press Temperature Settings
Button until OFF is illuminated.
The light will stay on until iron is
unplugged.

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

Iron won’t heat.

Water is leaking.

Iron won’t steam.

Iron leaves spots
on clothing.

Twisted cord.

Wrinkles not removed.

Iron too hot/not hot
enough.

PROBABLE CAUSE

• Is iron plugged in and the outlet working? Check outlet by plugging in a lamp.

• Has a temperature been selected?

• Is the Auto Off light illuminated? Move or tilt the iron to reset.

• Do not overfill the water tank.

• Adjust steam to a lower setting.

• If steam ironing, is the Adjustable Steam Switch in a steam position? Has a temperature been
selected? Did the iron have enough time to preheat?

• If dry ironing, make sure the Adjustable Steam Switch is in the (Dry Iron) position.

• Check water level.

• Is the Adjustable Steam Switch in the (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 water tank after using. Water left in 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
the iron cord.

• Choose correct temperature setting for your fabric.

• Adjust temperature to desired setting. Let iron cool down 5 minutes before continuing.

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Notes

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Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and
is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original
purchase; in addition, the Durathon™ nonstick covering on the soleplate is warranted not to wear out for a period of ten (10)
years from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any
component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product
to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available,
we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to
the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or
gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the
product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the
rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All
liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition

of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such
warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have

other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. 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.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada
or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers
on your appliance.

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