Sunbeam 3983 User Manual
AUTO-OFF STEAM IRON
USER MANUAL
Model
3983
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS IRON.
❏ Use iron only for its intended use.
❏ To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
❏ The iron should always be turned to “Off” before plugging or unplugging from outlet.
Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
❏ Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away.
Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
❏ Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and when
not in use.
❏ Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or damaged.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to an authorized
service center for examination and/or repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of
electric shock when the iron is used.
❏ Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children.
Do not leave iron unattended while plugged in or turned on or on an ironing board.
❏ Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam.
❏ Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down – there may be water in the reservoir.
❏ If the iron is not operating normally, disconnect from the power supply and have the iron
serviced by an authorized ser vice center.
❏ Your SUNBEAM
unattended. Do not set the iron on an unprotected surface, even if it is on its heel rest.
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iron is designed to rest on the heel rest. Do not leave the iron
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of a SUNBEAM®Iron! We have designed your iron to provide
the utmost in quality, ease of use and convenience.
Your SUNBEAM
❏ Auto-Off – Automatically stops the iron from heating after 30 minutes.
❏ Non-Stick Surface – Prevents starch residue and fabrics from sticking to the bottom, making the
iron easier to clean.
❏ 360° Tangle-Free Cord – Keeps the power cord off the fabric and out of your way, whether
you are right or left handed.
❏ SPRAY MIST
wrinkles from heavy fabrics.
❏ Large Water Fill Hole – Allows you to fill the water reservoir faster.
❏ Power “ON” Indicator Light – Lights while the iron is heating and turns off after 30 minutes.
❏ Soleplate – Has steam vent grooves for added convenience when ironing shirts and blouses.
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iron offers the following features:
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– Provides a fine mist of water to dampen fabrics for creases or to remove
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
❏ This is a 1200-Watt appliance.* To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high
wattage appliance on the same circuit.
❏ If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated
for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot
be pulled or tripped over.
For Products Purchased in the United States
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug fits a polarized outlet only one way; if the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature.
* In Mexico the iron runs at 127 Volts, 1350 Watts. If an extension cord is necessary a 13-Ampere cord should be used.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Important Safeguards ........................................................................Inside Cover
Welcome ..........................................................................................................3
Table of Contents................................................................................................4
Features of Your Iron..........................................................................................5
Filling the Water Reservoir ..................................................................................6
Dry Ironing........................................................................................................6
Steam Ironing ....................................................................................................7
Using the Iron’s Special Features ........................................................................7
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SPRAY MIST
Auto-Off ......................................................................................................7
Caring for Your Iron After Use ............................................................................8
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Turning Off Your Iron ....................................................................................8
Storing Your Iron ..........................................................................................8
Maintaining Your Iron ..................................................................................8
Cleaning the Soleplate..................................................................................8
Ironing Tips........................................................................................................9
Ironing Guide..................................................................................................10
One-Year Limited Warranty ..............................................................................11
How to Obtain Warranty Service......................................................................12
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FEATURES OF YOUR STEAM IRON
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1. SPRAY MIST®Button
2. Power “ON” Indicator Light
3. Power Cord
4. Heel Rest
5. Large Water Reservoir
6. Fabric/Temperature Dial
7. Soleplate
8. Easy-to-Fill Water Tank
9. Steam Dial
10. Steam Vents
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FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR
You must fill the water reservoir with water to use the SPRAY MIST®feature and to get steam out of
your iron.
TIP: Sunbeam tests each iron at the factory to ensure that they function correctly. The test may
leave a small, harmless amount of water within the water reservoir. Before you fill the water
reservoir, please consider the following:
❏ While this iron was designed for use with tap water, very hard water will reduce the
performance of the iron. If your water is very hard, Sunbeam recommends that you use
tap water the first time, then consider using demineralized or distilled water for
subsequent use. You should use tap water once a month, however, to maintain the iron’s
optimal steam performance.
❏ Do not use water that has passed through a home water softening system. This type of water
contains minerals that will decrease the performance and shorten the life of your iron. Use
demineralized or distilled water, instead.
IMPORTANT: When not ironing, always set the Steam dial to Dry/O and the
Fabric/Temperature dial to Off/O.
To fill the water reservoir:
1. Make sure the iron is UNPLUGGED and that the large Fabric/Temperature dial is set
to Off/O and the small Steam dial is set to Dry/O.
2. Hold the iron at an angle.
3. Fill the water reservoir with tap water until it reaches the maximum fill level.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, be careful when filling a hot iron with water. Hot metal
parts, hot water and steam can cause injuries.
DRY IRONING
1. Plug the cord into a 120-Volt AC outlet.
2. Turn the small Steam dial to the Dry/O setting.
3. Turn the large Fabric/Temperature dial to the fabric setting you desire (Silk or
Synthetics). Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure
it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
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Refer to the Ironing Guide on Page 10 for the recommended setting for your fabric.
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STEAM IRONING
1. Follow the instructions for “Filling the Water Reservoir” on Page 6.
2. Plug the cord into a 120-Volt AC outlet.
3. Turn the small Steam dial to the appropriate setting.
4. Turn the large Fabric/Temperature dial to the fabric setting you desire (Synthetic, Silk, Linen,
Cotton or Wool). Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is
sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
TIP: Refer to the Ironing Guide on Page 10 for the recommended setting for your fabric.
5. The Temperature Indicator Light will go off when iron reaches appropriate temperature.
HOW TO USE THE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
SPRAY MIST
The SPRAY MIST®feature dampens the fabric to aid in removing wrinkles from heavy fabrics and
for setting creases. To use the SPRAY MIST
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feature: Press the SPRAY MIST®button firmly.
AUTO-OFF
After 30 minutes, the power indicator light will flash steadily. This indicates that the iron is no
longer heating.
To restart the iron, unplug the power cord and plug it back in. If you do NOT want to iron any
longer, unplug the iron. Then turn the small Steam dial to Dry/O and the large
Fabric/Temperature dial to Off/O.
WARNING: Auto-Off is a safety feature and is not a recommended means for turning your iron
off. See “Caring for Your Iron After Use” on Page 8.
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CARING FOR YOUR IRON AFTER USE
TURNING OFF YOUR IRON
1Turn the small Steam dial to Dry/O and the large Fabric/Temperature dial to Off/O.
2. Unplug the iron from the power source.
WARNING: NEVER yank the power cord when unplugging the iron, this can damage the cord.
STORING YOUR IRON
1. Allow the iron to cool.
2. If you do not use your iron on a daily basis, empty the water reservoir after each use for a
longer iron life. To do so, turn the iron upside down to allow water to flow from the fill hole.
Shake the iron gently to remove trapped water drops. Close the water reservoir cover.
3. Loosely loop the power cord together and store the iron on its heel rest.
IMPORTANT:
TIP: When not ironing, always set the small Steam dial to Dry/O and the large Fabric/Temperature
dial to Off/O.
Wrapping the cord around the iron too tightly can damage the cord.
MAINTAINING YOUR IRON
CLEANING THE SOLEPLATE
Clean the soleplate if starch or other residue accumulate.
To clean the Soleplate:
1. Allow the iron to cool and then wipe it with a soft, damp cloth.
WARNING: DO NOT use abrasive cleansers, scouring pads or vinegar to clean the soleplate.
This will damage the finish.
2. Run the iron over an all-cotton cloth to remove any residue.
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