Rowenta DR 5020 User Manual

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HANDHELD FABRIC STEAMER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Voltage selector

(120/230V)

2. Lint pad

3. Fabric brush

4. Steam control dial

5. Steam indicator / Steam

button

6. Removable water tank

7. Storage hook

8. Electrical cord

DESCRIPTION

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When using your appliance, basic precautions should always be follo­wed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this product.

• To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents,
check appliance before each use by holding it away from body and
operating.

• Use appliance for its intended use only.

• To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance
in water or other liquids.

• Do not direct steam at people or animals, or use steamer on garment
while they are being worn.

• Never yank the cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and
pull to disconnect.

• Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with
water, emptying or when not in use.

• Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if appliance has been
dropped or damaged.

• To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to
repair the appliance. Ship it to the nearest authorized Rowenta approved
service center for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can
cause a risk of electric shock when the appliance is used.

• This appliance is not intended for use by children and other persons
whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely without
supervision or instruction by a responsible person to ensure that they
can use the appliance safely.

• Children should be supervised by the responsible person to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not leave appliance unattended while plugged in or while it is still
hot.

• Burns could occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam.
Use care when you empty a steam appliance, there may be hot water in
the reservoir.

• The use of accessory attachments other than those provided by
Rowenta is not recommended and may result in fire, electric shock or
personal injury.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

• To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate a high wattage appliance on
the same circuit.

• If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15 amp cord should be
used. Cords rated for less amps may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
For dual voltage appliance:

• Be sure dual voltage selector is in correct voltage position before
operating. Before plugging in, read the information about dual voltage
operation contained in the instruction section of this manual.

• This appliance was set at the factory to operate at 120 Volts. Refer to
operating instructions section of this manual for conversion to 230 volts
operation.

• Incorrect setting of voltage can result in in damage of the appliance.

• Your Rowenta appliance is intended for household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Please read the instructions for use and Important Safeguards
carefully.

• Remove any packaging from the appliance.

• Do not plug in or turn on until assembly is
complete.

• Set the voltage to the correct position.

• Remove the lint pad by pulling it to the bottom.

Before use

"Click"

Dual voltage (depending on model)

The appliance can work on both, 120V or 230V,
AC systems. Be sure the dual voltage selector is
in the correct voltage position before plugging in.
To do this, switch the selector which is above the
handle to the right position.

This is a 120V dual voltage appliance and may be
used in the United States and abroad without an
electrical converter. An adapter plug may be
necessary when using appliance in foreign countries. If needed, plug the
steambrush into correct adapter plug for the specific country and plug
assembly into electrical outlet.

Filling with water

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Warning! Never switch selector while unit is plugged in.

• Your steam brush has been designed to operate using untreated tap
water. If your water is very hard (check with your local water authority)
it is possible to mix tap water with distilled water in the following
proportions :

- 50% untreated tap water,

- 50% distilled or demineralised water

- or just use bottled spring water.

Warning ! Never use 100%, distilled or demineralised water as this
can cause the appliance to spit and leak.