Tefal 1690 User Manual

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MOD. 1690

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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D E

Please read carefully and keep in a safe place.

YOUR CORDLESS IRON

A. Spray B. Tank opening flap

Use tap water.

C. SuperPress button

To obtain more steam and smooth vertically.

D. Spray button

To dampen your ironing.

E. Indicator lights - Thermostat

Goes out when the required temperature is reached.

F. Anti-scale rod

Clean once per month.

G. Tank max. level mark

Do not exceed this limit.

H. Thermostat control:

To choose the temperature.

I. Steam and Auto-cleaning Control

To adjust the steam output and clean your iron automatically.

J. Connection Block K. Base L. 3-position selector

• Cordless Position : To iron without a cord.

• Cord Position : To iron with a cord.

• Lock Position : To transport and store your iron.

M. Table grip

To fix the base of your iron to your table.

N. Cord winder

To avoid contact between the cord and the soleplate of the iron.

O. Clip

To attach the cord.

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1 - PREPARATION

1. Set up your iron on the table.

• Unwind the cord completely.

• Set the selector to Cordless and remove the iron from its base.

• Turn the base over, pull out the table grip and fix it to the table at the

rear.

2. Fill the tank.

WHAT WATER SHOULD BE USED? Your iron is designed to function with tap water. However, you should regularly carry out auto-cleaning of the steam chamber to remove any scale deposits. If you have very calcareous (hard) water (you can check this with your water supplier), you can mix tap water with commercially-available demineralized water in the proportions:

- 50% tap water

- 50% demineralized water

WHY NOT USE OTHER TYPES OF WATER? Do not use the following types of water, which may cause spitting, brown streaks or premature ageing of your iron:

- commercially-available demineralized water on its own

- water from spin-dryers

- scented water

- softened water

- water from refrigerators

- water for batteries

- rainwater

- water from air

- conditioning units

- distilled water air Caution

• Always remove your iron from the base (cordless) before filling it.

• Set the Steam control to DRY.

• Open the flap of the tank, tilt the iron and fill it.

Caution

Do not fill above the Max indicator (with the iron on its heel).

• Put it back on its base.

2 - STEAM IRONING

1. Adjust the temperature and the steam.

• Position the thermostat control on the name of the fabric that you want to iron (see diagram below).

T o start ironing, allow the indicator to come on twice before commencing.

Tip

• Start by ironing fabrics which require a low temperature (•) and finish with those which require a higher temperature (••• or MAX).

• If you reduce the thermostat, wait for the lamp to come on again before continuing with your ironing.

• If you are ironing a mixed-fibre fabric: set the ironing temperature according to the most fragile of the fibres.

• Set the Steam control to AUTO. Steam production is automatically adapted to the temperature selected.

Caution

• Your iron only produces steam when the thermostat control is in the coloured zone.

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3 - ANTI-DRIP FUNCTION

• When the iron's temperature is no longer sufficient to produce steam, the water supply is automatically cut off so that the soleplate does not "drip".

• When you first use it, you must wait for 2 minutes before steam becomes available.

2. Choose your ironing mode.

• Cordless: Set the cursor to CORDLESS. You can start ironing when the thermostat indicator goes out.

Caution

• Always put the iron back on its base for maximum ironing efficiency.

Tip

• Use this ironing mode for small items and fabrics that are easy to iron.

• Cord: Set the cursor to CORD. You can start ironing when the thermostat indicator goes out.

Tip

• Use this ironing mode for large items and fabrics that are difficult to iron or when you use the SuperPress button frequently.

3. To smooth vertically

• Hang up the garment and stretch the fabric. Set the thermostat control to MAX, press the SuperPress button (x) repeatedly and move the iron from the top downwards.

Tip:

• If you have to use the SuperPress button very frequently, use the iron with the Cord setting.

• Hold the iron a few centimetres from the fabric to avoid burning delicate fabrics.

4. To remove resistant creases

• Press the Spray button repeatedly to wet the linen or use the SuperPress button.

4 - DRY IRONING:

• Set the Steam control to DRY.

• You can iron once the indicator goes out.

5 - MAINTAINING YOUR IRON

Caution

Always unplug and leave your iron to cool before cleaning it.

1. Clean the soleplate

• When the soleplate is warm, clean it with a damp, non-metal pad.

Caution

• Do not use any cleaning products.

• Never hold the iron or its base under the tap.

Tip

• When you use starch, spray it on the underside of the fabric and clean the soleplate more frequently.

2. Clean the anti-scale rod (once a month)

• Drain the iron and set the ironing control button to DRY.

• Press the anti-scale rod. Turn it anticlockwise while keeping it pushed down.

• Release and remove the rod from its housing WITHOUT TOUCHING THE END.

• Soak the rod for 4 hours in spirit vinegar or pure lemon juice.

• Rinse the rod with tap water. Re-insert it.

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Caution

The iron can only operate with the anti-scale rod in place.

3. Use the auto-cleaning function (twice a month).

Information:

• The auto-cleaning function reduces the amount of scale in the iron.

• Set your iron to "Cordless" and fill the tank up to the MAX indicator with tap water.

• Set the thermostat control to MAX and the steam control to DRY.

• Place your iron on its base and wait for the indicator to go out.

• Hold it above the kitchen sink.

• Set the control to AUTOCLEAN and hold it there.

• When the soleplate is warm, wipe the iron with a soft cloth.

6 - STORING YOUR IRON

INFORMATION:

• You do not have to empty the tank.

• Unplug it and wait for the soleplate to cool down.

• Place the iron on its base and set the cursor to the lock position.

Your iron is now fixed to its base. You can transport and store them easily.

• Unfasten the base from the table.

• Wind the cord around the base and fasten the clip on the cord.

Caution:

• The cord winder avoids contact between the cord and the soleplate which may still be hot.

• Tighten the table grip again so that you can fold it back into the base.

7 - IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR IRON

PROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

Your iron is producing little or no steam.

• Your iron is new.

• In the Cordless position, your iron needs recharging.

• The steam control is set to DRY.

• Your iron is covered with scale or has been used dry for too long.

Water runs through the holes in the soleplate.

• Steam cannot be produced at the temperature you have selected.

• The iron is not hot enough.

• You are using the SuperPress control too often.

• Your thermostat is possibly faulty.

Brown streaks come through the soleplate and stain the linen.

• You use chemical scale removers or demineralized water.

SOLUTIONS

When you first use it, you must wait for 2 minutes before steam becomes available.

Systematically put your iron back on its base during ironing.

Set the Steam control to AUTO. Clean the anti-scale rod and use the

auto-cleaning function.

Set the thermostat control in the coloured zone (••, ••• or MAX).

Wait for the thermostat indicator to go out.

Wait for a few seconds in between each use of the SuperPress control.

Take your iron to an approved service centre.

Use the auto-cleaning function and use tap water only. (see chapter on "what water should be used")

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PROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Fabric fibres have built up and become charred in the soleplate holes or between the iron's casing and the soleplate.

The soleplate is dirty or brown and may stain your ironing.

• The temperature setting is too high.

• Your ironing is not rinsed sufficiently or you are using starch.

The soleplate is scratched or damaged.

• You have placed your iron face down on a metal iron rest.

SOLUTIONS

Clean the soleplate with a damp non-metal pad. Vacuum the soleplate holes from time to time. Use the auto-cleaning function.

Clean the soleplate. See the section on adjusting the temperature.

Clean the soleplate. Spray the starch on the underside of the surface to be ironed.

Always place your iron on its base.

8 - FOR YOUR SAFETY

•

Caution! the voltage of your electrical installation must match that of your iron (220-240V). Incorrect connection may cause irreparable damage to the iron and render the guarantee null and void.

•

This iron must be plugged into an earth socket. If your are using an extension lead, ensure that it is the bipolar type (13 A) with an earth conductor.

•

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced immediately by an Approved Service Centre to avoid danger.

•

The base and the connection block must only be used with the iron that accompanies them. Never use them with other equipment or for a different purpose.

•

Do not immerse the iron or its base in water !

•

Set the iron to Cordless and always remove it from its base before filling or emptying the tank.

•

If the iron is dropped, have it examined by a professional before turning it back on: invisible damage may cause a safety hazard.

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The iron's soleplate may be very hot:

never touch it.

always leave your iron to cool down before storing it.

never leave your iron unattended when it is connected to the mains or while the soleplate is still hot.

never leave the iron within the reach of children.

Never dismantle your iron: always take it to an Approved Service Centre.

Wiring instructions (for U.K. only). Warning : this appliance must be earthed.

Important : the wires in this lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code :

- Green and yellow : earth

- Brown : live

- Blue : neutral.

• Connect the green and yellow wire to the terminal in the plug marked ”E” or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

• Connect the brown wire to the terminal in the plug marked ”L” or coloured red or brown.

• Connect the blue wire to the terminal in the plug marked ”N” or coloured black or blue.

• A13 amp fuse should be fitted when the appliance is connected to a BS 1363A plug.

• Seek professional advice if unsure of the correct procedure for the above.

Important : If the electrical cord of this appliance is damaged or shows signs of wear, it must only be replaced by an authorised Tefal Service Centre (see section After Sales Service).

Green and

yellow

or green

Blue or

black

Brown or red

Fit

correct

fuse

Use

cable

gripper