Russell hobbs 14991, 2000W XPRESS STEAM IRON User Manual

instructions

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Read the instructions and keep them safe. If you pass the iron on, pass on the
instructions too. Remove all packaging, but keep it till you know the iron works.

important safeguards

Follow basic safety precautions, including:

1 The iron must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. Use

and store it out of reach of children.

2 Don’t put the iron in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom, near water, or

outdoors.

3 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be tripped over or caught.

4 Don’t iron clothing while it’s being worn – you’ll burn or scald the wearer (this is not

a joke – I’ve seen it happen).
5 Don’t touch the soleplate, and keep away from the steam coming from it.
6 Take care when emptying the iron – it may contain hot water.

7 Don’t use the iron in the vicinity of children.

8 Use the iron on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, preferably an ironing board.
9 Don’t leave the iron unattended while plugged in, or while it’s standing on the

ironing board. It could be knocked over by you, by a child, or by a pet.

10 Unplug the iron before filling, before cleaning, and after use.
11 Don’t fill the iron directly from the tap, use the jug.
12 Don’t fill past max, or water may escape in use.
13 Sit the iron upright when you’re not ironing, and when you store it away.
14 Leave the iron upright to cool before cleaning.
15 Unplug the iron when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let it cool

down fully before cleaning and storing away.

16 Don’t fit any attachment or accessory other unless we supply it.
17 Keep the iron and the cable away from hotplates, hobs or burners.
18 Don’t use the iron for any purpose other than those described in these instructions.

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19 Take care not to scratch the soleplate – avoid buttons, zips, etc.
20 The iron has a protective thermal fuse, which will blow if it overheats. If this happens,

the iron will stop working, and must be returned for repair.

21 Don’t use the iron if it’s dropped or damaged, or if it malfunctions or leaks.
22 If the cable is damaged, return the iron, to avoid hazard.

household use only

before using for the first time

• Don’t worry if the iron smokes a bit at first, it’ll stop as the element cures.

• Iron an old piece of cotton fabric, to clean the soleplate.

preparation

1 Check for textile care symbols (i j k l).
2 Iron fabrics needing low temperatures j first, then those that need medium

temperatures k, and finish with those needing high temperatures l.

filling (#2)

3 You may use the iron with tap-water, but if you live in a hard water area, you should

use distilled water (not chemically descaled or softened water).

4 If you buy distilled water, check that it’s marketed as suitable for use in irons.

5 Unplug the iron.
6 Flip the water inlet cover open.

7 Lift the iron till the water inlet cover is about vertical.

8 Pour water from the jug into the water inlet.
9 Pour slowly, and try to pour down one side of the inlet, to allow

the air in the reservoir to escape, otherwise you’ll cause an air

lock and the water will overflow.

10 Don’t fill past max, or water will escape in use.
11 Wipe up any spillage.

switch on

12 Sit the iron on its heel.
13 Put the plug into the power socket (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable).
14 The thermostat light will glow.

set the temperature (#3)

15 Turn the temperature control to bring the temperature you

want opposite the notch.

16 When the iron reaches the temperature you set, the

thermostat light will go out. It’ll then cycle on and off as the

thermostat operates to maintain the temperature.

temperature setting guide

label marking temperature dot setting
j cool – nylon, acrylics, polyester •
k warm – wool, polyester mixtures • •
l hot – cotton, linen • • •/max
i do not iron
, If the instructions on the fabric label differ from this guide, follow the instructions

on the label.