2 • Description
1 • For your safety
• This appliance complies with the technical rules and standards for safety currently
in force (Electromagnetic Compatibility, Low Voltage, Environment).
• Do not leave your iron when it is hot, especially where there are young children or
severely disabled people. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
• Warning ! The voltage of your electrical installation must correspond to that of the
iron (220V-240V). Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreversible
damage to the iron and will invalidate the guarantee.
• This iron must always be plugged into an earthed socket. If using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (10A), with an earth connection.
• If the electrical cord becomes damaged, it must be immediately replaced by an
Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger.
• The appliance should not be used if it has fallen, if it has obvious damage, if it
leaks or it is operating incorrectly. Never dismantle your appliance: have it inspected by an Approved Service Centre, so as to avoid any danger.
• Never immerse your iron in water !
• Do not unplug your appliance by pulling on the cord. Always unplug your
appliance: before filling or rinsing the water tank, before cleaning it, after each use.
• Never leave the appliance unsupervised when it is connected to a power source; if
it has not cooled down for approximately 1 hour.
• The soleplate may be very hot : never touch it and always let it cool down before
putting it away.
• Your appliance gives off steam, which may cause burns, especially when you are
ironing on a corner of your ironing board. Never direct the steam towards people
or animals.
• Your iron should be used and placed on a stable heat-resistant surface. When you
put your iron onto its iron rest, make sure that the surface on which you put it is
stable.
• This product has been designed solely for domestic use. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts
no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.
3 • Before first use
4 • Preparation
Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
Remove and throw away the plastic part that protects the cord (A). Remove any
labels from the soleplate before heating up the iron (depending on model).
• Before using your iron with the steam function for the first time, we recommend
that you operate it in a horizontal position for a few moments, away from your
linen, i.e. press the boost of steam button a few times (depending on model).
• During the first few uses, a harmless odour and smoke may be given off. This is
normal with no effect on the use of the iron and will disappear quickly.
What water to use ?
• Your appliance has been designed to function with untreated tap water. However,
Self-cleaning of the appliance should be carried out once a month in order to
eliminate hard water deposits from the steam chamber.
If you have very hard water, mix untreated tap water with commercially available
demineralised or distilled water in the following ratio:
50% untreated tap water / 50% demineralised or distilled water.
• 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 or demineralised water as advised above.
• The integrated anti-calc system (according to model) gives better quality ironing:
a constant flow of steam throughout the ironing session and longer lasting
performance of your appliance.
Filling the water tank
• Unplug your iron before filling it and set the steam control to (fig.1).
• Open the water tank filling inlet cover (fig.2), place the iron flat and fill it (fig.3).
Fill the tank up to the “MAX” mark.
Using the Easycord system
• Your iron is equipped with the Easycord system to prevent the cord trailing across
the laundry and creasing it during ironing.
• Press the button located on the base (fig.4) and the Easycord system is
automatically in use. You can now plug in your appliance and begin ironing.
Always use the Easycord system for enhanced comfort of use.
5 • Use
Adjust the temperature and the steam
• Select the temperature (see table below) setting the thermostat facing the
indicator (fig.5).
• The thermostat light comes on (fig.6). It will go out when the soleplate is hot
enough.
• Set the steam control (fig.7) to the desired position, consulting the table below.
M
ATERIAL
P
OSITION OF
THERMOSTATCURSOR
S
TEAM SETTING
POSITION
LINEN MAX
C
OTTON
•••
W
OOL
••
SILK
•
S
YNTHETICS
(Polyester, Acetat, Acryl,
Polyamide)
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• Your iron heats up quickly : so begin by ironing fabrics that are ironed at low
temperatures first, then go on to those requiring a higher temperature.
It is normal for the indicator light to switch on and off during ironing
In order to avoid water dripping from the iron onto the linen:
- turn off the steam when ironing silk or synthetic fabrics.
- set it at the minimum position for wool.
If you turn down the thermostat, wait until the thermostat light comes back on
before beginning to iron again or it will be too hot. When ironing fabrics with mixed
fibres, set the ironing temperature for the most delicate fibre. For delicate fabrics we
recommend testing the fabric first on an inconspicuous place eg (inside the hem).
If you want to dry iron, set the Steam control to .
Obtain more steam (according to model)
• Press the boost of steam button now and again to remove stubborn creases
(fig.8).
Wait a few seconds between each shot before pressing the button again.
Spray Function
• Whether steam or dry ironing, you are able to use the Spray button (fig.9) to
dampen laundry to remove stubborn creases.
Vertical steam ironing (according to model)
Ideal for removing creases in suits, jackets, skirts, curtains, etc.:
• Hang the garment on a hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.
• Set the thermostat control to MAX (fig.5).
• Press the boost of steam button button repeatedly (fig.8) moving the iron
from top to bottom (fig.10).
• Hold the iron a few centimetres from the fabric to avoid burning delicate fabrics.
Every fifth time you press the button, return the iron to the horizontal position.
The steam is very hot, so you should always do this with the garment on a hanger –
never while someone is wearing it.
Storing your iron
• Set the steam control to and unplug the iron.
• Wait until the soleplate cools down and empty the water tank. A little water may
remain in the water tank.
• To wind the cord around the heel of the iron, slot the Easycord system into the
notch (
fig.11). Take the end of the Easycord system and press to make the flexible
part go back into the base (fig.12). Wind the cord.
• Store the cold iron on its heel (fig.13).
Cleaning the anti-calc valve (once a month or more
frequently in a hard water area)
• Unplug your iron and empty the water tank.
• Press the self-clean ejection button (fig.14a) and remove the anti-calc valve
(fig.14b).
• Soak the valve in a cup of white spirit vinegar or plain lemon juice for 4 hours.
• Rinse the valve under running water and place it back in the iron.
Unplug your iron and let it cool down before cleaning it.
The iron will not function without the anti-calc valve. Never touch the end of the
valve !
Carry out the self-cleaning operation (once a month or more
frequently in a hard water area)
• Unplug your iron, set the steam control to and fill the water tank to
MAX.
• Place your iron on its heel, set the thermostat dial to MAX, plug in your iron and
wait for the indicator light to go out.
• Unplug the iron and place it horizontally over a sink.
• Press the self-clean ejection button (fig.14a) and remove the anti-calc valve
(fig.14b).
• Gently shake the iron over the sink until some of the water (along with impurities)
runs out through the soleplate.
• At the end of the operation, put the anti-calc valve back in place and then plug in
6 • Maintenance and cleaning
your iron for 2 minutes on its heel to dry the soleplate.
To slow down scaling and prolong the life of your iron, carry out the self-cleaning
operation once a month or more frequently in a hard water area.
Cleaning the soleplate
• Unplug the iron, and when the soleplate is just warm, wipe it with a soft cloth.
Never use abrasive or aggressive products.
7 • If there is a problem
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Water drips from the
holes in the soleplate.
The chosen temperature is too
low and does not allow for the
formation of steam.
You are using steam while the
iron is not hot enough.
You are using the Shot of
Steam button too often.
There is too much steam.
You have stored the iron
horizontally, without emptying
it and without setting it to
.
Position the thermostat in the steam
range (from •• to MAX).
Wait until the thermostat light goes out.
Wait a few seconds between each use
of the button.
Reduce the steam.
See the section "Storing your iron".
Brown streaks come
through the holes in
the soleplate and
stain the linen.
You are using chemical
descaling agents.
You are not using the right
type of water.
Fabric fibres have
accumulated in the holes of
the soleplate and are burning.
Your linen has not been rinsed
sufficiently or you have ironed
a new garment before
washing it.
Do not add any descaling agents to the
water in the water tank.
Perform a self-cleaning operation and
consult the section "What water to
use?"
Perform the self-cleaning operation and
clean the soleplate with a damp
sponge. Vacuum the holes of the
soleplate from time to time.
Make sure that your laundry is rinsed
sufficiently so as to remove any
deposits of soap or chemical products
on new clothes.
The soleplate is dirty
or brown and can
stain the linen.
Your are ironing with an
inappropriate setting
(temperature too high).
You are using starch.
Clean the soleplate as indicated above.
Select the appropriate setting.
Clean the soleplate as indicated above.
Always spray starch onto the reverse
side of the fabric to be ironed.
There is little or no
steam.
The water tank is empty.
The anti-calc valve is dirty.
Your iron has a build-up of
scale.
Your iron has been used dry
for too long.
Fill it.
Clean the anti-calc valve.
Clean the anti-calc valve and carry out
a self-clean.
Carry out a self-clean.
The soleplate is
scratched or
damaged.
You have placed your iron flat
on a metallic rest-plate or
ironed over a zip.
Always set your iron on its heel.
Do not iron over zips and rivets.
Steam or water
come from the iron
as you finish filling
the tank.
The steam control is not set to
the position.
The water tank is overfilled.
Check that the steam control is set to
the position.
Never overfill the water tank.
The spray does not
spray
There is not enough water in
the water tank.
Fill up the water tank.
If you have any pro blem or que ries , p leas e co ntac t ou r Cu stom er
Rel atio ns t eam fir st f or e xper t h elp and adv ice :
084 5 6 02 1 454 - U K / (01 ) 4 6103 90 - Ire land
or con sult our web site - www. tefa l.co .uk
Environment protection first !
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or
recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
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1. Spray nozzle
2. Water tank filling inlet
3. Steam control
4. Anti-calc valve
5. Self-Clean button
6. Spray button
7. Boost of steam button
(depending on model)
8. Easycord system (cord guide)
9. Electric power cord
10. Easycord system extension
button
11. Thermostat indicator light
12. Temperature setting dial
13. Temperature setting indicator
14. Water tank max indicator
15. Soleplate
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