Miele B890 User Manual

Operating instructions

Rotary iron
B 890

It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine,
to prevent accidents,
and machine damage.

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M.-Nr. 05 319 321

Contents

Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Transport strut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Moving the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Dust cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Before ironing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Preparing the work area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Preparing the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Correct dampness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pulling into shape and smoothing out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Sorting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Testing the finger guard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Turning on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Selecting the ironing temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Selecting the roller speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Positioning the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Removing the feed board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

After ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Tips on ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Tea towels, hand towels, handkerchiefs etc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Sheets and bedspreads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Pillow cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Table cloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Duvet covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Shirts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

To press trousers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

To press skirts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Description of the appliance

1 Finger guard plate
2 Temperature selector
3 Emergency release
4 Release catch
5 Power cord
6 Foot pedal switch

7 Ironing table
8 Bar for hanging ironed laundry
9 Feed board
10 Roller
11 Heater plate

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Description of the appliance

Control panel

1 "I - 0" ("on/off") button

for turning the ironer on and off

2 Roller speed selector
3 Indicator light "

o

C Temperature"

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions
carefully before using this appliance
for the first time. They contain
important information about the
safety, use and maintenance of the
appliance. Please read this booklet
carefully to prevent accidents and
machine damage.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place for reference, and pass them
on to any future user.

The electrical safety of this

appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity exists between the
appliance and an effective grounding
system which complies with local and
national safety regulations.
It is important that this basic safety
requirement is tested by a qualified
electrician.
The manufacturer can not be held
responsible for the consequences of an
inadequate grounding system.

Appropriate use

This rotary ironer is intended for

ironing textiles suitable for machine
ironing and which have been washed in
water.

Technical and electrical safety

Before setting up the rotary ironer,

check for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.

A damaged appliance is

dangerous. Turn off the rotary
ironer, unplug from the wall outlet and
call the Miele Technical Service
Department.

Before connecting the appliance,

ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (fusing, voltage and
frequency) match the household
electricity supply. If in any doubt,
consult an electrician.

This appliance is built in

accordance with current safety
requirements. Unauthorized repairs
could be hazardous for the user, for
which the manufacturer can not accept
responsibility. Repairs should only be
by a Miele authorized technician.
Ensure that power is not restored to the
appliance while maintenance or repair
work is performed.

Faulty components must only be

replaced with Miele original spare
parts. Only when these parts are used
can the safety of the appliance be
guaranteed.

The appliance is only completely

isolated from the electricity supply
when:

–

it is turned off at the wall switch and
unplugged

–

the circuit breaker has been
"tripped".

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not damage, remove or bypass
the safety components or control

elements on the appliance.

Only operate the rotary ironer when

all removable outer casings are
fitted so that it is not possible to touch
any electrical component or moving
part.

This equipment has not been

designed for maritime use or for
use in mobile installations such as
aircraft or recreational vehicles.
However, under certain circumstances
it may be possible for an installation in
these applications. Please contact the
nearest Miele Dealer or the Miele
Technical Service Department with
specific requirements.

Use

When the ironer is heated there is a

danger of burns:
– if the heater plate is touched
–

if the foot pedal is pressed down
while fingers or hands are positioned
between the raised roller and the
heater plate to smooth an article.

The swing out bar is only to be

used for hanging laundry. Swing it
back immediately after use. Take care
not to press down on the bar when it is
swung out this could tip the ironer over.

Turn the appliance off before

removing the plug from the
electrical outlet.

Pull only on the plug and not on the

power cord.

Do not lay the power cord over the

heater plate when it is heated. This
could damage the cord - danger of
electric shock.
Use the cable holders attached to the
appliance to secure the cord.

In areas subject to infestation by

cockroaches or other vermin, keep
the appliance and its surroundings
clean at all times. Any damage caused
by cockroaches or other vermin will not
be covered by the appliance warranty.

Never allow children to play on or

near the rotary ironer or to operate
it themselves.

Accessories

Never drape items over the heater

plate when it is heated.
This is a fire hazard. Hang laundry on
the swing out bar.

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Accessory parts may only be used
when expressly approved by Miele. If
other parts are used, warranty,
performance and product liability
claims may be invalidated.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing
material

The transport and protective packing
materials which are environmentally
friendly for disposal and can normally
be recycled. Rather than just throwing
these materials away, please recycle.

Disposal of your old appliance

Old appliances contain materials which
can be recycled. Please contact your
local recycling center about potential
recycling before disposing of the
appliance.

Turn off and unplug the appliance from
the outlet. Cut off and render any plug
useless. Cut off the power cord directly
behind the appliance to prevent
misuse. This should be done by a
competent person.

Ensure that the appliance presents
no danger to children while waiting
for disposal.

Transport strut

^ Pull the transport strut out (see

illustration).

Keep the transport strut in a safe place.
It must be re-fitted if the appliance ever
has to be moved again (e.g. when
moving to a new home).

The rotary ironer may only be
transported in a folded up position if
the transport strut is in place.

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Moving the appliance

Moving the appliance

The rotary ironer has four rollers.

^ Hold the ironer by the ironing table

and push or pull to move it.

To overcome obstacles such as carpet
edges and doorways but also to steer:

Hold the ironing table and release the

^

catch situated on the right hand side
at the back underneath the ironing
table.

^ Tilt the appliance slightly.
The rotary ironer can be moved either

when assembled or folded.

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^

Swing the top section of the rotary
ironer to the side until it clicks into
position horizontally.

Before using for the first time

Power cord

The power cord is wound around a
hook underneath the ironing table.

^ Unwind the cord.

Do not insert the plug into the
electrical socket yet.

* The plug shown is for illustration only.

Dust cover

The dust cover which protects the roller
during transit must be removed.

^ First remove the feed board by lifting

it out of the right hand holder, then
pull it out to the left of the roller.

Then plug the appliance in and turn it
on. The heater plate will then rise
automatically.

^

The protective dust cover can now
be pulled out and off.

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Before ironing

Preparing the work area

A height adjustable chair is useful and
also a flat surface, e.g. a table, to lay
ironed laundry on.

When positioning the rotary ironer
horizontally be sure to secure the
appliance so that it does not roll
sideways.

Place close at hand:

a basket with the laundry ready for

–

ironing to the left of the rotary ironer,
a surface for the ironed laundry to

–

the right of the rotary ironer.

Shirts, overalls and blouses etc., should
be hung on hangers immediately after
ironing.

Small items can be hung over the swing
out bar.

Have some water ready for redamping
the laundry if necessary.

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