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.

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

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

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 "

C Temperature"

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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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.

Before ironing

Preparing the laundry

Correct preparation of the laundry is essential for successful ironing.

Before ironing, the laundry should be:

dampened

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pulled into shape and smoothed out

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sorted

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Correct dampness

The laundry needs to be sufficiently damp, so that when it is passed just once through the rotary ironer at the correct temperature, it will come out smooth and dry. Dampen the laundry as you would for hand ironing, preferably several hours beforehand so that the articles achieve a uniform degree of dampness throughout.

If a tumble dryer is being used, select a "Machine iron" program.

Use warm water if preparation time is short and also to redampen.

More advice on correct dampness

Material Dampness for ironing

Silk wrap in a damp cloth to avoid

Synthetics e.g. Dralon, Nylon, Polyester etc.

Wool (e.g. trousers)

Cotton slightly damp Linen quite damp

water marks slightly damp to dry

press under a damp cloth

Pulling into shape and smoothing out

Pull the dampened laundry into shape as usual.

Smooth out ribbons, straps, seams and hems.

Large items such as table cloths, bed linen etc should be folded lengthways into a number of pleats so that they can be ironed as easily as possible.

Sorting

Sort the laundry according to how much heat is required for ironing. This way you can start by ironing at a lower temperature and then gradually increase the temperature according to the fabric being ironed.

First iron synthetic materials such as nylon, polyester and artificial silk which require a low temperature. Then iron silk, wool, cotton and linen at increasing temperatures.

Iron starched items last to avoid any starch deposits from affecting the finish of other items.

Before ironing

Testing the finger guard

The finger guard is a safety feature and should be checked each time before the ironer is used.

With the ironer turned on, press the

foot pedal down.

The heater plate comes down onto the rotating roller.

If you now lift the finger guard, the

roller stops rotating and the heater plate rises up.

^ This shows that the finger guard is

working.

^ Let go of the finger guard and

remove your foot from the foot pedal.

^ Press the foot pedal down again. The heater plate lowers and the roller

rotates.

Please note:

Any unevenness in the roller wrapping will smooth itself out after 3 hours of use.

Ironing

Turning on and off

The rotary ironer is turned on and off with the "I / 0" button.

To turn on

^ Press the button in and the indicator

light in the button comes on.

To turn off

Selecting the ironing temperature

The temperature selector is used to set the ironing temperature.

The individual temperature ranges are marked by dots on the dial around the temperature selector. These correspond to the international clothing care symbols for ironing.

Material Dot

Polyester / artificial silk

Silk / Wool

Cotton / Linen

symbol

ß cool iron

ßß medium hot iron

ßßß hot iron

Temperature

range

(low temperature)

(medium temperature)

(high temperature)

Press and release the button and the indicator light in the button goes out.

Ironing

Selecting the roller speed

There are 5 roller speed settings, from low approximately 6.5 ft. per min. (2 m/min) to high 15 ft. per min. (4.5 m/min).

A lower roller speed makes it easier to iron complicated articles such as shirts and blouses. It is also best to select a lower roller speed when ironing folded items, which may require more than one pass through the ironer to get them smooth and dry.

Turn the temperature selector to the

appropriate temperature.

– The "temperature C°" indicator will

light while the heater plate is heating up. The light will go out when the temperature selected is reached.

When ironing a fabric blend e.g poly cottons, the more delicate fiber determines the ironing temperature. However if there is more cotton than polyester, the item can be ironed on the ßß Silk / Wool setting. Do not use the the cotton setting.

After ironing

Turn the temperature selector to "g" cold.

Thinner, single thickness items, e.g. handkerchiefs can be ironed at a higher roller speed.

Set the roller speed selector to the appropriate speed.

Ironing

The ironing process is controlled by the foot pedal which has three operating positions:

– raising the heater plate (rest) – pressing – ironing

To iron:

Press the foot pedal down to the floor.

Do not put fingers between the

heater plate and the roller. Danger of burning and crushing fingers.

To press:

First press the foot pedal down to the

floor and then lift your foot up a little so that the heater plate remains in position but the roller does not rotate.

To raise the heater plate:

^ Take your foot off the pedal.

Ironing

Positioning the laundry

Arrange the items of laundry on the

feed board so that they are straight and then smooth out.

^ Then turn the roller by hand,always

keeping your hands away from the heater plate, so that the edge of the

article to be ironed can be held fast by the heater plate.

Removing the feed board

The feed board can be removed when shaped garments are being ironed, e.g. skirts (round).

^ Lift the feed board out of the right

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

Laundry bar

^ Press down the foot pedal.

The ironed laundry can be hung over the swing out bar to avoid creasing.

Take care not to press down on the bar when it is swung out, as this could cause the rotary ironer to tip over.

Tips to avoid creasing

Stop the roller, pull the item back slightly and smooth out. If necessary, dampen again with a wet cloth.

If possible, always use the whole length of the roller, otherwise the roller will lose its elasticity.

Ironing

For small items such as handkerchiefs, alternate between using the right and left hand sides of the roller.

Items with raised buttons should be ironed face down on to the roller so that they are pressed into the cushioned surface.

Cover zippers, metal buttons, and metal hooks with a cloth to protect the heater plate.

To protect the heater plate, do not iron items with non-heat resistant or very large buttons.

When you have nearly finished ironing you can turn the temperature selector to " g " cold and continue ironing small items with residual heat.

After ironing

^ Turn the appliance off.

Power failure

In the event of a power failure, pull up the emergency release lever.

If there is a power failure when the rotary ironer is in use, the heater plate will stay on the roller. The item being ironed will then be held there possibly becoming scorched. To free the trapped item:

^ Turn the temperature to " g " cold. ^

Remove the plug from the outlet.

If the ironer is to be put away:

Allow the heater plate to cool.

When the heater plate has cooled completely, fold up the rotary ironer.

Wind up the power cord.

Pull the cover on.

Pull up the emergency release lever.

–

the pressure is reduced and the item can then be removed.

When power has been restored (the indicator light in the switch comes on) push the emergency release lever back down. You can now continue ironing in the usual way.

Tips on ironing

Tea towels, hand towels, handkerchiefs etc.

Lay the item with the straight grain of the fabric to the feed board. This will prevent it going out of shape and it will be easier to fold. Pass handkerchiefs diagonally through the ironer and, if necessary, fold them and then iron again.

Please use the whole length of the roller.

Sheets and bedspreads

Sheets may be ironed like tablecloths, or if a lengthwise fold is acceptable, fold the sheet together lengthwise and iron it on both sides.

To accentuate embroidery and raised patterns on bedspreads, iron first in one direction and then in the other.

Pillow cases

Table cloths

You can avoid folds by ironing the middle first.

^ Place the table cloth crossways so

that the ends hang over to the left and right.

^ Iron the middle section.

Lay the pillowcase on the feeder plate, position under the hot plate and iron in one step.

If the open end has buttons only pass it through the ironer if they are heat resistant.

Fold in half with un-ironed edges together and place over the left end of the roller with the ironed middle section hanging over the edge to prevent creasing. Then pass both sides of the the un-ironed sections through the ironer.

Tips on ironing

Duvet covers

^ First iron the buttons. Start the first

run by carefully feeding this end in first on the left side of the roller, taking care not to damage any buttons.

Note: Only pass this end through the ironer if the buttons are heat-resistant.

To iron without a fold:

^ It is best to iron the cover in two runs

lengthwise.

If folds are acceptable:

Fold the duvet cover lengthwise and iron both sides.

Tips on ironing

Shirts

Remove the feed board before

ironing shirts.

For best results iron a shirt in the following order:

1. cuffs then sleeves

2. back

3. front sections

4. collar

Cuffs and sleeves

^ First iron both sides of the cuff on the

left edge of the roller. Fold doublecuffs with one button hole placed over the other one and press lightly.

^ Smooth out the sleeve and place it on

the edge of the roller.

Iron the arm from the edge of the cuff to the underarm.

Tips on ironing

Shoulder yoke

^ Fold the back along the yoke seam. ^ To iron the left side lay the yoke as

illustrated diagonally on the roller and iron from the shoulder to the collar.

Back

Iron the back in two sections, from the middle to the underarm seams.

^ Pull the shirt over the roller as far as

the yoke seam. Smooth it out.

To iron the right side of the yoke either iron from the collar to the shoulder as shown above, or use the opposite side of the ironer. Lay the shirt diagonally on the roller and iron from the shoulder to the collar.

Starting from the side seam iron as far as the armhole, then pull the shirt further on to the roller and iron across the top. Pull the shirt back down and iron across to the other side seam.

Tips on ironing

Front sides

Lay the button hole front on the left hand end of the roller with the side seam along the edge of the roller. Iron from the bottom hem up to the underarm.

^ Now move the shirt out and iron past

the armhole to the collar.

^ Iron the button side inside out to

protect the buttons.

Collar

The collar is ironed on both sides using the left hand end of the roller.

^ Then turn down the collar and press

lightly, holding taut.

Tips on ironing

To press trousers

Lay the trouser legs separately on the

roller. Let the waistband to crotch part hang down over the left hand edge of the roller.

^ Cover with a damp cloth. Then turn

the roller by hand until the part of the trousers to be pressed is covered by the heater plate.

^ Press each leg from both sides

starting from the crease.

To press skirts

These are best ironed without the feed board.

Pull the skirt over the roller from the

hem to the waistband. Lay a damp cloth over it.

Iron each section of the skirt in turn.

Maintenance and care

Cleaning the heater plate

Make certain that the heater plate is cool before cleaning. Deposits such as from hard water, or starch can be removed from the heater plate using a non abrasive household cleaner. Avoid spraying directly on to the heater plate.

Do not use any abrasive cleaners.

Make sure that the temperature

selector is set at " g " (cold).

Cleaning the casing

Depending on how dirty it is, the casing can be wiped down with a dry or a damp cloth.

Do not use any abrasive cleaners.

Replacing the ironing cover

It is normal for the ironing cover to become slightly brown with use. If, however, the cover begins to look very unsightly, it can be replaced easily.

Remove the feed board.

^ Undo the ironing cover cords at each

end of the roller.

If the cloth roller wrapping of the rotary ironer should become dirty, it can be handwashed in a solution of a delicate clothes detergent and water up to 140 F (60 C).

Ironing covers are available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Parts department.

The ironing cover should only be changed when the appliance is cold.

Unwind the cover.

Completely unwind the cotton

undercloth attached to the roller and let it hang down smoothly.

Maintenance and care

Insert the raw edge of new ironing

cloth into the retaining slot with the wrong side down. Keep side ties hanging free and smooth out.

Take hold of the cloth by each side edge, pull taut and keeping taut lay over the heater plate.

The slot which holds the cotton undercloth is now at the top.

Turn the roller by hand in the direction you iron (see arrow) until the cover retaining slot is at the bottom.

Maintenance and care

Turn on the appliance.

^ Press the foot pedal and "iron" the

cloth around.

Do not let the cords get under the cloth as it turns.

After the roller has gone through three or four revolutions and the end of the ironing cover is under the heater plate:

^ turn off the appliance while keeping

the foot pedal pressed down.

The ironing cover is held firmly in place by the heater plate which is still lowered.

^ Tighten the cords at the left and right

hand sides of the roller, tie together and tuck in.

^ Put the feed board back in place. ^ Turn the rotary ironer on - the heater

plate will rise up.

In the event of a problem, please contact:

your Miele dealer or

–

the nearest Miele Technical Service

–

Department, (see address on the back page).

When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the Model and Serial number of your appliance, both are shown on the data plate, located at the front underneath the ironing table.

After sales service

a Model b Serial number c Voltage / frequency d Minimum fuse rating) e Total rated load

The wiring diagram is located under the right side of the ironing table.

Electrical connection

The appliance is supplied with a power cord and NEMA 6-20 P plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 208 V 60 Hz supply. The fuse rating is 20 amps.

All electrical work should be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with local and national safety regulations.

Do not connect the rotary ironer to an extension cord. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

Important

If it is necessary to change the plug or power cord of the rotary iron, please take note of the following color codes of the wires:

Green/yellow = ground Blue = live 1 Brown = live 2

WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED