Accura® Digital Resilium
®
Digital iron with twin element technology
Instruction Booklet
SR6900
Please read these instructions carefully
and retain for future reference.
Contents
Important instructions – retain for
future use.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 3
About Accura® Digital Resilium
®
4
Features of your Sunbeam Accura® Iron 5
Using your Sunbeam Accura® Iron 8
Care and Cleaning 10
Ironing Guide 10
Ironing Chart 11
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR IRON
• Do not leave a hot iron within reach of
children. If they come into contact with
a hot iron it could lead to serious burns.
• Iron only on an ironing board.
• An iron takes approximately 30 minutes to
cool down. Allow the iron to cool completely
before storing.
• Do not wind the cord around the
soleplate while the iron is still hot.
• Do not leave the iron unattended
while it is plugged into the power outlet.
• Always unplug the iron from the power
outlet before filling or emptying the
water tank.
Sunbeam are very safety conscious when
designing and manufacturing consumer products,
but it is essential that the product user also
exercise care when using an electrical appliance.
Listed below are precautions which are essential
for the safe use of an electrical appliance:
• Read carefully and save all the instructions
provided with an appliance.
• Always turn the power off at the power outlet
before you insert or remove a plug. Remove
by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
• Turn the power off and remove the plug
when the appliance is not in use and
before cleaning.
• Do not use your appliance with an extension
cord unless this cord has been checked
and tested by a qualified technician or
service person.
• Always use your appliance from a power
outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked
on the appliance.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons unless they have
been adequately supervised by a responsible
adult to ensure that they can use the appliance
safely.
• Never leave an appliance unattended while
in use.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose
other than its intended use.
• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas
flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
Do not place on top of any other appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang
over the edge of a table or bench top or touch
any hot surface.
• For safety reasons and to avoid maintenance
by unskilled persons, some appliances are
‘sealed’ using tamperproof screws. Such
appliances should always be returned to the
nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for adjustment or repair if required.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with
a damaged cord or after the appliance has
been damaged in any manner. If damage is
suspected, return the appliance to the nearest
Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for examination, repair or adjustment.
• For additional protection, Sunbeam
recommend the use of a residual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current not
exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit
supplying power to your appliances.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water
or any other liquid unless recommended.
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,
please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line.
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
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The innovative Accura Digital Resilium iron
delivers accurate ironing performance, every
time. With a streamlined design and ‘thumb
touch’ operation, it features the latest in
ironing expertise.
An independent heating element and
dedicated steam chamber allow Accura to
produce maximum steam, even at very low
temperatures.
Soleplate temperature is monitored by a
digital thermostat to ensure the best results,
whilst thumb touch controls on the handle
make temperature adjustment quick and
easy.
Dedicated to delivering superior performance,
Accura displays the soleplate temperature
and fabric selection on the LCD.
Safety and peace of mind are guaranteed
with safety auto off. The iron automatically
switches off if left unattended in either the
upright or ironing position.
Accura® Digital Resilium
®
The digital thermostat provides precise
temperature control, allowing you to select
the exact temperature recommended for each
garment. It eliminates temperature overshoot
and minimises temperature fluctuations.
This ensures consistently superior results
and prevents scorching.
Twin element technology
About Accura
The Accura Digital Resilium contains
two elements – one in the soleplate and
another in the dedicated steam chamber
– to allow maximum steam performance,
even at low temperatures. Steam generation
is independent of the soleplate, ensuring
maximum steam output at any temperature
setting. Unlike conventional single element
irons, the soleplate temperature stays
constant, as it is unaffected by the continual
inflow of water from the steam valve and shot
of steam pump.
Digital thermostat
Figure 1
Steam chamber element
Soleplate heating element
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Clean setting
Turn the steam dial
to the clean setting (•)
to clean the steam valve.
(See the care and cleaning
section on page 10 for
instructions).
Variable steam
output (0-40g / min)
The steam dial allows you
to select the desired steam
output for each garment, or
turn the dial to the dry setting
(°) to iron without steam.
Fine spray mist
Pressing the spray button
produces a fine mist spray to
dampen hard to iron fabrics.
Temperature alert
The lights located between the
+/- temperature buttons indicate
when the iron soleplate has
reached the desired temperature.
Green = ready to iron
Orange = heating up
Red = too hot, cooling down
Steam indicator
Align the desired steam output
with the steam indicator.
Shot of steam (100g / min)
Pressing the shot of steam
button produces a powerful
shot of steam to remove
stubborn wrinkles.
Vertical shot of steam
Pressing the shot of steam
button whilst holding the
iron in the upright position
produces a vertical shot of
steam, ideal for steaming
curtains, suits and delicate
fabrics.
Push button temperature control
Use the + and – buttons to select
the desired temperature
setting, as displayed on the LCD.
Features of your Sunbeam
Accura® Iron
Figure 2
6
3 way safety auto off
The iron will automatically switch itself off if
left unattended in the ironing position for 30
seconds or if it is knocked onto its side. It
will also switch off, if left unattended in the
upright position for 15 minutes. (For more
information on the safety auto off feature see
page 9.)
Removable steam valve
The steam valve is connected to the steam
dial, and is removable for easy cleaning.
Regular cleaning of the steam valve removes
scale build up that can affect steam
performance. (For instructions on how to
clean the steam valve, see the care and
cleaning section on page 10).
Water inlet cover
The inlet cover features a rubber seal to
prevent spilling.
Maximum water level indicator
Indicates the maximum water level for
filling when the iron is in the upright
position.
Drip stop
The drip stop system automatically stops
water flowing to the steam chamber should
the temperature fall too low to generate
steam. This prevents dripping, even at low
temperatures.
Features of your Sunbeam
Accura® Iron (continued)
7
Figure 3
Long 3 metre cord with 360° cord outlet
The 360° cord outlet allows free movement
of the cord for greater manoeuvrability when
ironing. The flexible cord grommet protects
the cord from fraying.
LCD screen
The LCD displays the selected fabric setting
and the soleplate temperature in degrees
Celsius.
Extra large 400ml water tank
The extra large tank holds 400ml of water to
reduce frequency of refilling.
Anti calc
The built-in anti-calc cartridge removes
minerals from tap water to prevent scale
build up inside the soleplate and steam
chamber, prolonging the life of your iron.
Cord wrap facility
The build-in cord wrap facility allows you to
wind the cord around the heel of the iron for
neat and tidy storage.
Resilium® soleplate
The durable, scratch resistant Resilium
soleplate glides smoothly over all types of
fabric. The unique soleplate design ensures
maximum steam distribution and reduces
rucking.
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Using your Sunbeam Accura® Iron
Before first use
Remove any adhesive stickers, plastic covers
or cardboard sleeves from the soleplate.
Ensure that all adhesive is removed by rubbing
the soleplate with a cloth dampened with
methylated spirits.
Fill the water tank and empty the water. This
will rinse out any foreign particles remaining
from the manufacturing process.
Note: When turned on for the first time, your
new iron may give off vapours for up to 10
minutes. This is due to the initial heating of
the materials used. It is safe, not detrimental
to the performance of the iron, and will not
reoccur.
Filling the iron with water
Before filling the iron with water ensure
that the power is turned off and the plug is
removed from the power outlet. The iron can
be filled with water while it is hot.
1. Turn the steam dial to the Dry setting (°).
2. Place the iron on its heel and open the
water inlet cover.
3. Using the beaker provided, slowly pour
water into the water inlet until the maximum
water level is reached. Do not exceed the
maximum water level indicator.
4. Push the water inlet cover firmly to close.
Note: It is safe to use tap water in your Accura
iron. The anti-calc cartridge removes minerals
from the water, preventing scale build-up.
However, in extremely hard water areas
Sunbeam recommends the use of distilled or
demineralised water. Do not fill the iron with
fabric conditioner, starches or other solutions
as these will damage the steam mechanism.
Do not use contaminated water.
Using your iron
1. Insert the plug into a 230/240V power
outlet and turn the power on. The LCD
screen and the orange temperature alert
light (located between the temperature +/buttons) will illuminate to indicate that the
iron is switched on and heating.
2. Use the temperature +/- buttons to
select the desired temperature setting,
as displayed on the LCD. The bars on
the LCD will flash as the iron heats up
to the selected temperature setting. As
each incremental temperature is reached,
the bars will display solidly. The actual
temperature in degrees Celsius will also
be displayed on the LCD, in increments
of 5 degrees.
3. Once the iron has reached the selected
temperature, the green temperature alert
light will illuminate to indicate that the iron
is ready to use.
4. Select the desired steam output on the
steam dial or turn the dial to the Dry setting
(°) to iron without steam. When steam
ironing, ensure that the tank is at least ¼
full of water.
5. When changing from a high temperature to
a lower temperature, the red temperature
alert light will illuminate and the LCD will
flash indicating that the iron is cooling
down. To reduce the cooling period, turn
the steam dial to any position on the steam
band and press the shot of steam button.
Once the iron has reached the selected
temperature, the green temperature alert
light will illuminate and the bars on the LCD
will display solidly, indicating that the iron
is ready to use.
Note: The Accura iron’s twin element
construction allows you to iron with maximum
steam, even on low temperature settings.
Figure 4
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Using the shot of steam
The shot of steam can be used when dry or
steam ironing.
1. Ensure that the tank is at least ¼ full of
water.
2. Select the desired temperature using the
+/- buttons.
Note: The Accura iron’s twin element
construction allows you to iron with maximum
steam, even on low temperature settings.
3. Press the shot of steam button several
times with the iron on the soleplate to
prime the pump.
Note: If the water tank has run dry, it may be
necessary to re-prime the pump after filling
the iron with water.
Using the spray mist
The spray mist can be used when steam or
dry ironing to pre-dampen hard to iron fabrics.
1. Ensure that the tank is at least ¼ full of
water.
2. Press the spray button during ironing to
release a fine mist from the spray nozzle.
The 3 way safety auto-off feature
For total safety and peace of mind, the iron
will automatically switch itself off if left
unattended. It will switch off if left in the
ironing position for 30 seconds, or if it is
knocked onto its side. It will also switch off if
left unattended in the upright position for 15
minutes.
Should you leave the iron unattended, the
red light located between the +/- temperature
buttons will flash and a warning beep will
sound to alert you that the auto-off function
has been activated. ‘Standby’ will appear on
the LCD screen.
Power to the iron’s heating element will be
cut and the iron will start to cool.
To reset the safety auto-off feature, simply
move the iron. The power to the iron’s
elements will then reconnect and it will begin
heating again. Wait until the green light
illuminates before recommencing ironing.
After 30 seconds the frequency of the beep
alarm will decrease.
Abnormal digital function
If you find that your iron is incapable of
steaming or that the temperature control
buttons have become inoperable, a fault has
occurred. In the event of a fault, the red
temperature alert light located between the
+/- temperature buttons will flash. To reset
the iron, simply switch it off at the power
outlet. The iron can then be switched on
again and should operate normally. If the
fault persists contact the Sunbeam Consumer
Service line.
Using your Sunbeam Accura® Iron (continued)
Figure 6
Figure 5
30 seconds
15 mins
10
Care and Cleaning
After each use
1. Turn the power off and remove the plug
from the power outlet.
2. Allow the iron to cool before winding the
cord around the built-in cord wrap.
Storage
Always store the iron on its heel rest. Do not
store the iron with the soleplate facing down,
or in the carton.
Cleaning
To clean the exterior of the iron, wipe with a
damp soft cloth and wipe dry.
Caution: Do not use harsh abrasives, chemical
cleaners or solvents, as these will damage the
surface.
Cleaning the removable steam valve
To remove the steam valve, turn the steam
dial to the indented dot (•) so that the
steam valve pops up. Gently scrub the tip
of the valve with a steel wool soap pad
moistened in warm water. Rinse and dry with
a clean cloth. Replace the steam valve and
turn clockwise to lock into position.
Cleaning the steam holes
To remove scale build up in the steam
holes that may affect your iron’s steam
performance, use a cotton wool tip moistened
in methylated spirits.
Cleaning the Resilium® soleplate
Wipe the soleplate with a soft damp cloth
and wipe dry. To remove burnt residue from
the soleplate, iron over a damp cloth while
the iron is hot.
Selecting the ironing temperature
Always read garment labels and follow the
manufacturer’s ironing instructions. Refer to
the Ironing Chart on page 11 for temperature
recommendations.
Hints
• Sort articles to be ironed according to the
type of fabric. This will reduce the need
to adjust the temperature to suit varying
garments.
• Start with garments requiring lower
temperatures and work your way through to
items requiring higher temperatures.
• Fabrics such as velour, wool, linen and silk
are best ironed with an ironing cloth to
prevent shine marks.
• If you are unsure of the fabric content of
a garment, test a small area such as a
seam or inside hem section before ironing
a visible area. Start with a low temperature
and gradually increase the heat to find the
best setting for ironing the garment.
• When reducing the temperature to iron
sensitive fabrics, allow approximately 2
minutes for the iron to cool to the new
setting.
• Pure woollen fabrics (100% wool) can be
steam ironed with the temperature dial set
to Wool. Use an ironing cloth to prevent
shine marks on the fabric.
• Never iron areas of a garment where
perspiration marks are visible, as the heat
of the iron will fix the stains, making them
permanent.
Ironing Guide
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✗
Figure 7
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Ironing Chart
TEMPERATURE
SETTING
FABRIC IRONING RECOMMENDATION
minimum
Acrylic
Dry iron on wrong side.
Acetate
Dry iron on wrong side while still damp or use spray to
dampen.
Nylon & Polyester
Iron on wrong side while still damp or use spray to dampen.
synthetic
Rayon
Iron on wrong side of fabric.
Viscose
Mainly dry iron. Steam can be used under manufacturer’s
instructions.
silk
Silk
Iron on wrong side. Use an ironing cloth to prevent shine
marks.
Cotton Blends
Check label and follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Use setting for the fibre requiring the lowest setting.
wool
Wool & Wool
Blends
Steam iron on wrong side or use an ironing cloth.
cotton
Cotton
Dry iron while still damp or use spray to dampen.
Use steam medium to high.
Corduroy
Steam iron on wrong side or use an ironing cloth.
linen
Linen
Iron on wrong side or use an ironing cloth to prevent shine
marks, especially with dark colours.
Dry iron while still damp or use spray to dampen.
Use steam medium to high.
maximum
Denim
Use maximum steam.
Consumer Hotline
Australia
1800 025 059
New Zealand
0800 786 232
www.sunbeam.com.au
‘Sunbeam’, ‘Accura’ and ‘Resilium’ are registered
trademarks of Sunbeam Corporation. Made in China to
Sunbeam’s specification.
Due to minor changes in design or otherwise, the product
may differ from the one shown in this leaflet. Backed by
Sunbeam’s 2 Year Replacement Guarantee and National
Service Network.
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