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1. UNDERSTANDING
YOUR STEAM GENERATOR
1. Thermostat light
2. Steam control button
3. Thermostat dial
4. Iron soleplate
5. Iron rest
6. Boiler cap
7. Boiler (inside the base-unit)
8. Illuminated on/off switch
9. Steam ready indicator
10. Power cord
11. Steam cord
12. Steam flow adjustment dial (depending on model)
13. Steam cord storage clip (depending on model)
14. Built-in carrying handle (depending on model)
15. Electric cord tidy hooks (depending on model)
2- SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
- For your safety, this appliance conforms to the applicable
standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electromagnetic
Compatibility, Environmental Directives, as applicable…).
- Your steam generator is an electrical appliance. It should
be used under normal conditions. It is intended for domestic
use only.
- Your generator is fitted with 2 safety systems :
- A pressure release valve which, in the event of a
malfunction, releases any excess steam.
- A thermal fuse to prevent the appliance from overheating.
- This appliance is not intended to be used by children or without
supervision by persons whose physical, sensory or mental
aptitude to use it in complete safety is impaired. Children must
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, stable,
heat-resistant surface.
- When you place the iron on the iron rest, make sure that the
surface on which you place it is stable.
- Always plug your steam generator into :
- An electrical installation with voltage between 220V and
240V. Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause
irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate
your guarantee.
- An earthed socket. If you are using a mains extension lead,
ensure that it is correctly rated (10A) with an earth, and is
fully extended.
- Should the power cord or the boiler cord linking the iron
to the base unit become damaged, it must be replaced by
a MOULINEX approved service centre in order to avoid
any danger.
BE CAREFUL!
The soleplate and generator iron-rest can become very hot and
cause burns : never touch these parts.
If you store your appliance in a cupboard or confined space,
make sure that you let it cool down before putting it away.
Your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns.
Handle your iron carefully, particularly when using the vertical
function.
Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.
Never touch the electric cords with the soleplate of the iron.
Never leave the appliance unattended :
- when it is connected to the mains ;
- until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).
Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
Always unplug your appliance :
- before filling or rinsing the boiler,
- before cleaning your generator,
- after each use.
In order to unscrew the boiler cap, always ensure that :
- either your generator is cold (that is, unplugged for
over 1 hour) ;
- or there is no more pressure in the boiler (the iron does
not produce any steam when the steam control button is
activated).
In all other cases, never attempt to unscrew the boiler cap while
it is in use : the strong steam pressure could cause burns.
BE CAREFUL!
If the boiler cap is dropped or severely knocked, have it replaced
by a MOULINEX Approved Service Centre, as it may be
damaged.
Never immerse your steam generator in water or any other liquid.
Never hold it under the water tap.
While rinsing out the boiler, never fill it directly under the tap, use
a jug.
The appliance must not be used if it has fallen to the floor, shows
evidence of damage, leaks or fails to function correctly. Never
dismantle your appliance. To avoid any danger, have it inspected
in a MOULINEX approved service centre.
This appliance is designed for domestic use only. In the case of
professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, MOULINEX accepts no responsibility and the
guarantee does not apply.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION FIRST !
Your appliance contains valuable materials
which can be recovered or recycled.
Take it to a local civic waste collection point.
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3. PREPARING YOUR STEAM
GENERATOR
• INSTALL THE CARRYING HANDLE (DEPENDING ON MODEL)
1. Position the carrying handle (14) facing the generator (electric
cord reel to the left and steam cord storage clip to the right).
2. Insert the carrying handle (14) into the slots provided on the
base of the generator until you hear the “click” indicating that
the handle is in place (Fig. A).
Once the carrying handle (14) is installed, it can no longer be
removed.
3. Before beginning to iron, move the carrying handle (14) behind
the base unit (Fig. B).
4. After you have finished ironing or when you are transporting your
iron, grip the handle (14), position it vertically above the iron and
pull it upwards to lock it in the slots (Fig. C). This position allows
you to transport the iron safely without dropping it unexpectedly.
• FILLING UP THE BOILER
1. Place your steam generator on a flat, stable,
heat-resistant surface.
2. Check that your appliance is disconnected and cold.
3. Unscrew the boiler cap (6).
4. Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water.
5. Fill the boiler (7), taking care that the water does not spill over
(Figure D).
If this occurs, remove the excess water.
6. Replace the boiler cap (6), screwing on tightly.
Type of water to use ?
Your steam generator has been designed to operate using untreated tap water.
If your water is very hard, mix it 50 % untreated tap water with 50
% distilled or demineralised water.
Types of water not to use ?
Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic waste,
mineral or chemical elements that can cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear of the appliance: water from clothes dryers,
scented or softened water, water from refrigerators,
batteries, air conditioners, rain water, boiled, filtered or bottled
water. These types of water should not be used in your
MOULINEX iron. Also only use distilled or demineralised water as
advised above.
4. SETTING UP YOUR STEAM GENERATOR
1. Connect your generator to an earthed socket.
2. Press the On/Off switch (8).
The steam indicator (9) turns on and the boiler (7) heats up.
When the indicator (9) goes out (after about 8 minutes), steam
is ready .
During ironing the iron’s thermostat light (1) and the steam
indicator (9) will go on and off according to the temperature
control.
BE CAREFUL!
The first time the appliance is used, there may be some fumes
and smell but this is not harmful. They will not affect use and will
disappear rapidly.
5- USING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR
1. Place the iron’s temperature control dial according to the type
of fabric to be ironed (Figure E).
2. The thermostat light (1) comes on.
Be careful : the steam generator and the iron are ready to use
when both the iron’s thermostat light (1) and the steam indicator
(9) go out.
If necessary, you can also adjust the steam flow on the base unit
(Fig. F) (depending on model). This takes effect a few minutes later.
Set the steam flow temperature (depending on model)
for the type of fabric to be ironed:
Type of fabric Temperature Control
LINEN
COTTON
WOOL
SILK
VISCOSE
SYNTHETIC
Polyester, Acetate,
Acrylic, Polyamide
To obtain steam, press on the steam control button on the iron
handle (2).
The steam will stop when you release the button.
It is recommended that you start with fabrics to be ironed at a
low temperature : synthetics (l)
For delicate fabrics (•), press the steam control button (2)
(on the handle of the iron) intermittently to avoid possible
water droplets appearing with the steam.
Recommendations:
- To prime the steam circuit, either before using the iron for the
first time, or if you have not used the steam function for a few
minutes, press the steam control button (2) several times in a
row, holding the iron away from your clothes. This will enable
any cold water to be removed from the steam circuit.
Iron temperature control dial setting (3):
- Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature (•) and
finish with those which need higher temperatures (
- Mixed fibre fabrics : set the ironing temperature to the setting for
the most delicate fabric.
- Woollen garments : press repeatedly on the steam control button
(2) to obtain short bursts of steam, without placing the iron on the
garment itself. This will avoid making the fabric shiny.
Setting the steam flow dial (12 ):
- When ironing thick fabric, increase the steam flow.
- When ironing at low temperature, set the steam flow button at the
low position.
Setting dial
or Max).
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To iron without using steam:
- Do not press on the steam control button (2) on the iron handle.
Ironing Board:
- For best results, a mesh type ironing board should be used to
allow any excess steam to escape.
- If you are using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side
of the fabric to be ironed.
6- FILLING THE BOILER WHILE IN USE
(WHEN THE BOILER IS EMPTY)
VERY IMPORTANT :
Before opening your boiler (7), ensure that there is no more steam
left inside by pressing the steam control button (2) located on the
handle of the iron and keep it pressed down until there is no
more steam.
NEVER UNSCREW THE BOILER CAP
WHILE THE IRON IS PRODUCING STEAM.
1. Press the on/off switch (8) and disconnect the generator
from the mains.
2. Slowly unscrew the boiler cap (6).
3. Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water.
4. Fill the boiler (7), taking care that the water does not spill over.
If this occurs, remove the excess water.
5. Replace the boiler cap (6), screwing on tightly, reconnect your
generator to the mains, and switch it on.
6. Wait until the boiler (7) heats up (about 8 minutes).
The generator and the iron are ready to use when both the iron’s
thermostat light (1) and the steam indicator (9) go out.
8. RINSING OUT THE BOILER
BE CAREFUL!
To extend the life of your boiler (7) and to avoid the build up
of scale, it is essential that you rinse out the boiler (7) after every
10 uses. If your water is hard, increase the frequency.
In particular, do not use descaling agents for rinsing
out the boiler (7), as they could damage it.
1. Check that the generator is cold and unplugged for more
than 1 hour.
2. With a jug, fill the boiler (7) 3/4 full with tap water.
3. Shake the base unit for a few moments and then empty
it completely over your sink (Figure G).
To obtain the best results,
we advise you to repeat this operation.
9- PUTTING YOUR STEAM
GENERATOR AWAY
1. Place the iron on the rest (5).
2. Turn off at the main switch (8) and unplug.
3. Leave the steam generator to cool down before putting
it away if it is stored in a cupboard or confined space.
4. For models equipped with a carrying handle (14):
- Store the cords using the steam cord storage clip (13)
and the electric cord tidy hooks (15) (Fig. H).
- Position the handle (14) in transport mode (Fig. C)
to move your generator safely to the desired place.
5. You can store your steam generator in complete safety.
7- MAINTAINING YOUR STEAM
GENERATOR
Before cleaning, ensure that your steam generator is unplugged
and that the soleplate (4) and the iron rest (5) have cooled down.
- Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the
soleplate or the base unit.
- Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.
- Do not place the iron on a metal rest as this could damage it.
Place it on the iron-rest (5) on the base unit : it has non-slip pads
and has been designed to withstand high temperatures.
- The iron soleplate (4):
non-metallic washing up pad.
- The base-unit:
occasionally with a soft cloth.
Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp,
Clean the plastic parts of the appliance
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10. IS THERE ANY PROBLEM
PROBLEMS
Water runs through the holes in the
soleplate.
White steaks come through the holes in the
soleplate.
Brown streaks come through the holes in
the soleplate and stain the linen.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The boiler is too full.
The thermostat is not working:
the temperature is always too low.
You are using the steam control button
before the iron is hot enough.
Water has condensed in the pipes because
you are using steam for the first time or you
have not used it for some time.
Your boiler has a build-up of scale because
it is not rinsed out regularly.
You are using chemical descaling agents
or additives in the water for ironing.
Your linen is not rinsed sufficiently or you
have ironed a new garment before washing it.
SOLUTIONS
Do not fill the boiler right up to the top.
Contact an Approved Service Centre.
Wait for the iron’s thermostat light to come
on and go off again before activating the
steam control button.
Depending on the model: decrease the
steam flow rate when you iron at low
temperatures (base unit dial 12).
Press the steam control button away from
your ironing board until the iron produces
steam.
Rinse the boiler every 10 uses (see section 8).
If your water is hard, increase the frequency.
Never add this type of product in the boiler
(see our recommendation regarding water to
be used).
Ensure linen is rinsed thoroughly to remove
any soap deposits or chemicals on new
garments which have been sucked up by
the iron.
The soleplate is dirty or brown and may
stain the linen.
There is no steam.
Steam escapes from the boiler cap.
Steam escapes under the appliance.
NEVER DISMANTLE YOUR IRON: ALWAYS TAKE IT TO AN APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE.
IF YOU HAVE ANY PRODUCT PROBLEMS OR QUERIES WITH YOUR PRODUCT,
PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER RELATIONS TEAM ON :
0845 602 1454 (UK) (CALLS CHARGED AT LOCAL RATE) - (01) 4751947 (IRELAND)
You are ironing at too high a temperature.
You are using starch.
The boiler is empty.
The boiler is not yet ready.
Depending on the model: the steam flow
rate is set at the minimum.
Cap screwed on incorrectly.
The seal on the cap is damaged.
The equipment is faulty.
See our recommendations regarding
temperature control setting.
Always spray starch on the reverse side of
the fabric to be ironed.
Fill the boiler.
After switching on, wait for the steam
thermostat light to go out (about 8 minutes).
Depending on the model: increase the
steam flow rate (base unit dial 12).
Screw the cap back on.
Change the cap seal.
Stop using the generator and contact an
Approved Service Centre.
HELPLINE
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