Kalorik USK DA 31691 User Manual
Steam Iron
Plancha a vapor
USK DA 31691
www.KALORIK.com
120V~ 60Hz 1400W
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
injury,
When using your appliance, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
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1. Use the iron only for its intended use.
2. Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the
appliance.
3. To protect against electrical shock do NOT immerse cord, plugs,
or iron in water or other liquid.
4. The temperature dial and steam knob always be turned to 0/MIN
before plugging or unplugging from the outlet. Never yank the
cord to disconnect form the outlet; instead, grasp the plug and
pull to disconnect.
5. Do not allow the cord to touch the hot surfaces. Let the iron cool
down completely before putting away. Rewind the cord
completely when storing.
6. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet when filling
with water or emptying and when not in use.
7. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance has been dropped or damaged in any manner. To
avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron, take
it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect
reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is
used.
8. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or
near children. Children should NOT play with this appliance. 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
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supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
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 water tank.
10. If the iron is not operating normally, disconnect from the power
supply and have the iron serviced by an authorized service
center.
11. Deposit or Mineral in tap water will generate lime and eventually
block the steam holes, therefore it is advisable to use distilled
water.
12. When placing the iron on a stand, ensure that the surface on
which the stand is placed is stable.
13. The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
• To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high
wattage appliance on the same circuit.
• 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.
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POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS
Some appliances are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug
will fit into the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
properly fit into the outlet at first, reverse it. If it still does not fit,
contact a competent qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify
the plug in any way.
For appliances equipped with a standard plug, simply insert the plug
into the outlet without paying attention to the way you plug it.
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PART DESCRIPTION
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1. Spray nozzle
2. Lid of the filling opening
3. Variable steam/dry dial
4. Double steam jet button
5. Spray button
6. Temperature dial
7. Water tank
8. Soleplate
9. Anti-scale cartridge (replaceable)
10. Indicator of the temperature dial
11. Temperature control light
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CAUTION BEFORE FIRST USE
• The iron has been greased, and as a result, the iron may slightly
smoke when switched on for the first time. After a short while, this
will cease.
• Before using for the first time, remove any sticker or protective foil
from the soleplate. Clean the soleplate with a soft cloth.
• Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal
objects (such as clothes rack, button and slide fastener).
FILLING THE WATER TANK
Use tap water only. Distilled or demineralised water makes the anticalc system inefficient. If you want to use the steam dial, fill the water
tank as follows:
1) Unplug the iron from the outlet to let it cool down and set it
horizontally on a stable level surface.
2) Turn the temperature dial to "MIN" and the variable steam dial to
the setting.
3) To fill the water tank, open the lid of the filling opening
downwards and pour water through the fill opening using a
measuring cup. Never exceed the MAX mark indicated on the
appliance. Then close the lid.
4) When ironing, unplug the appliance before refilling. Fill the water
tank by holding the appliance in horizontal position without
putting down the hot soleplate, unless you have a heat-resistant
base.
TEMPERATURE SETTINGS
• You can choose the temperature setting in function with the
cloth to iron.
• In order to turn the iron on, please turn the temperature knob
clockwise into the required position (see table below). If you are in
doubt, take a look at the garment label. The color of the iron tank
changes according to the different temperatures.
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MIN
MAX
blue
green
orange
violet
red
DRY PRESSING
• Turn the variable steam dial to position .
• Plug in the iron.
• Set the temperature dial for the desired fabric. Always check the
label of the garment before choosing the temperature setting.
• Set the iron on its heel rest and wait until the temperature
indicator light goes out.
STEAM PRESSING
Kind of textile Temperature dial Steam ironing
Synthetic (e.g.
acetate, acrylic,
viscose, Polyamide,
polyester, …)
Silk
Wool
Cotton
Linen
Care and cleaning
• Fill the water tank (variable steam dial on position).
• Put the plug of the appliance into the power socket.
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• Turn the temperature dial clockwise into the required position.
• Turn the variable steam dial between and for minimum
steam or to the position for a larger amount of steam.
• Set the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature indicator
goes out.
Caution: Set the temperature dial within the steam range (' ' or
' '). If the temperature setting is too low, water may drip from the
soleplate.
Check the garment label before ironing because some cloths may
be damaged when exposed to steam or water.
SPRAY
• Produces a mist for removing stubborn creases.
• Spray can be used at any temperature setting and during
either dry or steam pressing. Press down the spray button to spray.
BURST OF STEAM
The burst of steam feature provides additional steam for
removing stubborn creases.
This button also allows you to iron delicate articles of clothing
vertically. This feature is called "vertical burst of steam". To do so,
hang your article of clothing on a hanger, keep the steam button
pressed and pass the iron to and fro in front of the article of clothing,
making sure that the soleplate does not come into contact with the
article of clothing. The distance between the soleplate and the
article of clothing depends on the kind of textile and the creases.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
The automatic cut-off device trips after the iron has been left for
approximately eight minutes in the upright position or unused for
approximately thirty seconds in the horizontal position. The light
comes on to indicate that the cut-off device has tripped. As soon as
you move the iron, the device turns off and the iron starts working
again.
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ANTI-CALC FEATURE
There is a decalcification box inside the appliance, which can
absorb unsolvable calcium ion and send out solvable sodium ion so
that water can be softened, and the process of calcium depositing
would be much slower.
• Your appliance is provided with an anti-scale cartridge situated
in the tank.
• It is necessary to replace the cartridge every six months. However,
this period can vary according to the frequency of use of the iron
and of the scale rate in the water of your region. If the scale rate
is high, you will have to change the cartridge more frequently.
• BEFORE REMOVING THE CARTRIDGE, MAKE SURE THERE IS NO MORE
WATER IN THE TANK AND THAT THE IRON IS COLD.
• To remove the cartridge, turn the end of the cartridge
anticlockwise by a half-round (with a coin for example) and
separate it from the appliance by pulling it out.
• Introduce a new cartridge in the appliance and turn it clockwise
until it stops (see the mark on the appliance).
• To obtain a new cartridge, contact the nearest after-sales
service.
• NEVER USE THE APPLIANCE WITHOUT ITS ANTI-SCALE CARTRIDGE.
CARE AND CLEANING
• Clean the iron regularly according to the hardness of the water
and the frequency of use.
• Fill the water tank and put the thermostat in MAX position.
Plug in the appliance. The pilot light will come on. Make sure the
steam dial is in position. Put the iron in vertical position.
• Never use vinegar or other liquids to descale clean the iron.
• As soon as the pilot light goes off, hold the iron over a sink and
turn the steam dial to the self-cleaning position . Keep the dial
in this position. Steam and dust particles will come out of the
soleplate.
• When the water tank is empty, release the steam dial.
• Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
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