Tefal GV5245 User Manual

Important recommendations

Safety instructions

• Please read these instructions carefully before first use. This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

• For your safety, this appliance conforms to the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electomagnetic Compatibility, Environmental Directives, as applicable...).

• Your steam generator is an electrical appliance. It should be used under normal conditions. It is intended for domestic use only.

• Your generator is fitted with 2 safety systems:

- A valve avoids any excess pressure build-up, to let excess steam escape in the event of the appliance malfunctioning;

- a thermal fuse to prevent the appliance from overheating.

• Always plug your steam generator into:

- an electrical installation with voltage between 220V and 240V.

- an earthed socket. Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee. If you are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (16A) with an earth, and is fully extended.

• Completely unwind the power cord from its storage space before connecting to an earthed socket.

• If the electric power cord or the iron-unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an Approved Service Centre in order to prevent any danger.

• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.

Always unplug your appliance:

- before rinsing out or before filling the boiler,

- before cleaning your generator,

- after each use.

• The appliance must be used and positioned on a stable, heat-resistant surface.. When you place the iron on the iron rest, make sure that the surface on which you place it is stable.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

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

• Never leave the appliance unattended :

- when it is connected to the mains,

- until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).

• The soleplate and generator iron-rest can become very hot and cause burns: never touch these parts.

Never touch the electric cords with the soleplate of the iron.

• Your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns. Handle your iron carefully, particularly when using the vertical steam function. Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.

• Never unscrew the boiler cap while the appliance is on.

• Before unscrewing the boiler rinse cap, wait until the generator is cold (unplugged for more than 2 hours).

• While rinsing out the boiler, never fill it directly under the tap.

• If you lose or damage the boiler rinse cap, have it replaced by an approved Service Centre.

• Never immerse your steam generator in water or any other liquid. Never hold it under the water tap.

• The appliance must not be used if it has fallen to the floor, shows evidence of damage, leaks or fails to function correctly. Never dismantle your appliance. To avoid any danger, have it inspected in an approved service centre.

• This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

PLEASE KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION LEAFLET IN A SAFE PLACE

Description

1. Steam control dial

2. Temperature setting mark

3. Iron temperature adjustment button

4. Thermostat light

5. Iron rest

6. Boiler (inside the base-unit)

7. Lock system (according to model)

8. Power and steam cord storage compartment

9. Steam cord

10. Power cord

11. Boiler cap

12. Illuminated on/off switch

13. Steam ready indicator light (according to model)

14. Steam flow adjustment dial

(according to model)

15. ECO Zone

Locking system for retaining the iron on the base

Lock system (depending on model)

• Your steam generator is equipped with a retaining hoop which locks the iron on its base for easier transport and storage:

- Locking - fig.1

- Unlocking - fig.2

• To carry your steam generator by the iron handle:

- Place the iron on the iron rest of the generator and raise the retaining hoop over the iron until it

locks into place (audible click) - fig.1.

- Grasp the handle of the iron to carry your steam generator - fig.3.

Preparation

What water to use ?

• Tap water:

Your appliance has been designed to function using untreated tap water. If your water is very hard, we recommend you use a mix of 50% untreated tap water and 50% distilled water available in most shops.

• Types of water not to use:

Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic waste, mineral or chemical elements that can cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear of the appliance: water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners, rain water, boiled, filtered or bottled water. These types of water should not be used in your TEFAL iron. Also only use distilled water as advised above.

• Place your steam generator on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface.

• Check that your appliance is unplugged and cold.

• Unscrew the boiler cap.

• Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water. Fill the boiler, taking care that the water does not spill over fig.4. If this occurs, remove the excess water.

• Replace the boiler cap, screwing on firmly, but not over tight.

Using your steam generator

• Completely unwind the power cord and the steam cord from its storage space .

• Tilt the locking ring of the iron forwards to release the safety catch.

• Plug in your steam generator to an earthed socket.

• Press the on/off luminous switch. It comes on and the boiler heats up.

• After approximately 8 minutes or when the steam ready indicator light comes on (ac-

cording to model), the steam is ready - fig.5.

• During ironing the iron’s thermostat light and the ste am indicator (according to model) will go on and off according to the temperature control.

Always remember:

Never use rainwater or water containing additives (like starch, fragrance or water from domestic appliances). Such additives can affect the steam properties and at high temperature, form deposits in the steam generator chamber which are likely to stain your washing.

Filling the boiler

The first time the appliance is used, there may be some fumes and smell but this is not harmful. They will not affect use and will disappear rapidly.

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