Miele B990 User Manual

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Operating instructions
Rotary Iron
B 990
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
Installation or use.
en - US, CA
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Guide to the Rotary Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Moving the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Transport strut .....................................................8
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Power cord.......................................................10
Dust cover .......................................................10
Before ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Preparing the work area ............................................12
Preparing the laundry ..............................................13
Testing the finger guard ............................................14
Ironing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Turning on and off .................................................15
Selecting the ironing temperature .....................................15
Selecting the roller speed ...........................................16
Ironing ..........................................................17
Positioning the laundry .............................................18
Removing the feed board ...........................................18
After ironing ......................................................19
Power failure .....................................................20
Ironing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Tablecloths ......................................................21
Napkins, hand towels ..............................................21
Sheets and bedspreads ............................................21
Pillow cases ......................................................21
Duvet covers .....................................................22
Shirts ...........................................................23
Pants ...........................................................25
Skirts ...........................................................25
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Washing or replacing the iron cover ...................................26
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Contents
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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.
Appropriate use
~
This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Use only as
described in this Operating manual.
~
This rotary iron is intended for
ironing textiles which have been
washed in water and are suitable for
machine ironing.
~
Only use the appliance for its
intended purpose.
~
Persons who lack physical, sensory
or mental abilities, or experience with
the appliance should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
Technical and electrical safety
~
Installation, repair and maintenance
work should be performed by a Miele
authorized service technician in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations and the provided
installation instructions. Contact Miele’s
Technical Service Department for
examination, repair or adjustment.
Repairs and other work by unauthorized
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
~
Before setting up the rotary iron,
check for any visible damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
~
A damaged appliance is dangerous.
Turn off the rotary iron, unplug from the
wall outlet and call Technical Service.
~
If the power cord is damaged it
must be replaced by a Miele authorized
service technician.
~
To guarantee the electrical safety of
this appliance, continuity must exist
between the appliance and an effective
grounding system. It is imperative that
this basic safety requirement be met. If
there is any doubt, have the electrical
system of the house checked by a
qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3
~
Before connecting the appliance,
ensure that the connection data on the
data plate (fusing, voltage and
frequency) match the household
electrical supply. If in doubt, consult an
electrician.
~
Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
~
Defective components should be
replaced by Miele original spare parts
only. Only with these parts can the
manufacturer guarantee the safety of
the appliance.
~
The appliance is completely isolated
from the electricity supply when:
it is turned off at the wall switch and
unplugged, or
the circuit breaker has been
"tripped".
~
Do not damage, remove or bypass
the safety components or control
elements of the appliance.
~
Only operate the rotary iron when all
removable outer casings are fitted so
that it is impossible to touch an
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 Miele Technical
Service with specific requirements.
Use
~
Be aware of loose fitting or hanging
clothing when using the rotary iron.
Items such as wide sleeves or apron
strings could be wound in the roller.
~
Remove all jewelry and tie back long
hair before ironing.
~
Never allow children to play on or
near the rotary iron or to operate it
themselves.
~
When the rotary iron 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 heater plate and
the roller to smooth an item.
~
Never drape items over the heater
plate when it is heated.
This is a fire hazard. Hang laundry on
the swing out bar.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4
~
The swing out bar is only to be used
to hang laundry. Swing it back
immediately after use. Take care not to
press down on the bar when it is swung
out. This could tip over the rotary iron.
~
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.
Accessories
~
Accessories should only be used if
approved by Miele. If other parts are
used, warranty, performance and
product liability claims may be void.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND REVIEW THEM
PERIODICALLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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a Temperature selector
b Emergency release
c Control panel
d Release catch
e Power cord
f Foot pedal
g Ironing table
h Bar for hanging ironed laundry
i Feed board
j Roller (with ironing cover)
k Heater plate
l Finger guard
Guide to the Rotary Iron
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ab
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
l
Control panel
a Roller speed selector
b On-Off indicator "0-I"
c On-Off button "0-I"
for turning the rotary iron on and off
d Temperature indicator
o
C
Guide to the Rotary Iron
7
a
b
c
d
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 has
to be moved again (e.g. when moving
to a new home).
If the transport strut is in place, only
transport the rotary iron in a folded
position.
Moving the appliance
The rotary iron has four rollers.
^ Hold the rotary iron with the ironing
table and push or pull to move it.
To steer and to overcome obstacles
like carpet edges and doorways:
^ Slightly tilt the appliance.
The rotary iron can be moved either
when assembled or folded.
Moving the appliance
8
^
Hold the ironing table and release the
catch, located on the right hand side
at the back, underneath the ironing
table.
^
Swing the top section of the rotary
iron to the side until it clicks
horizontally into position.
Moving the appliance
9
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 transportation 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.
^ Plug the appliance in and turn it on.
The heater plate will rise
automatically.
^
The protective dust cover can now
be pulled off.
Before using for the first time
10
^
Adhere the sticker (included) to the
temperature control, as shown
above.
Before using for the first time
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