Toastmaster 3305MX User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Model No. 3305MX

Toastmaster

STEAM IRON

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be fol­lowed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Use iron only for its intended use.

3. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water
or other liquids.

4. The iron should always be turned to the “MIN” setting before plugging or
unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead,
grasp plug and pull to disconnect.

5. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before put­ting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.

6. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or empty­ing and when not in use.

7. 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.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is
used. Contact Consumer Service for examination and repair.

8. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near chil­dren. Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board.

9. 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 hot water in
the water tank.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance
on the same circuit.

2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15-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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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ADDITIONAL
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and
escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to
prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injury to persons or damage
to property.

1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s
Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 127V AC electri­cal outlet only.

3. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning
appliance.

4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polar­ized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to modify the plug in any way.

ELECTRIC POWER

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance
may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical
circuit from other appliances.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

127V ~ 60Hz 1300W

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IRON

PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS.

Steam Button Positions:

3

NO STEAM

1

STEAM

2

1. Water Fill Opening

MAX

4

5

9

10

11

7. Thermostat Light

6

7

8

2. Steam Button

3. Pivot Cord

4. Selection Arrow

5. Heel Rest

6. Temperature Control Dial

8. Water Tank

9. Maximum Water Level Line

10. Non-stick Soleplate

11. Filler Cup

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(P/N 50761)

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove all packaging materials from the Soleplate and the
body of the Iron. Unwind and straighten the power cord.

2. Flush the soleplate steam vents to ensure that no stain is
transferred onto the fabric from residue possibly left in the
vents from the manufacturing process. (See USER MAINTE­NANCE INSTRUCTIONS.)

NOTE: When the Iron is used for the first time, you may notice a

slight amount of smoke; this is normal and will stop after a
few minutes as the Iron continues to heat.

~ Ironing Tips ~

• For best results, check garment labels for the tempera­ture and steam setting recommended by the fabric
manufacturer.

• Always iron garments that require a low temperature
first. This will prevent damage to garments by using an
iron that is too hot.

• If you are unsure of a garment’s fabric content, start on
a low setting and test the iron on an area of the gar­ment that does not show, such as a seam. Gradually
increase the heat setting until wrinkles remove without
damaging the fabric.

• To freshen up garments made of velvet, felt, suede or
velour, hold the steaming iron horizontally 2 inches
(5cm) above the fabric for a gentle steaming. Make
sure the iron does not come in contact with the fabric.

• To prevent shine, iron dark garments or those made of
silk, acetate or rayon inside out.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING AS A DRY IRON

The Iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in
the Water Tank. However, it is best to avoid having water in the
Water Tank while dry ironing.

1. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to the “MIN” setting and
make sure that the Steam Button is in the NO STEAM
position.

2. Stand the Iron in the vertical position (on its Heel Rest) on a
heat resistant surface and plug into a 127V outlet.

3. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to the desired setting.
The red Thermostat Light will illuminate, indicating that the
Iron is heating.

NOTE: For best results, check garment labels for the tempera-

ture setting recommended by the fabric manufacturer.

4. Once the Iron has reached the set temperature, the red
Thermostat Light will go off, indicating that the Iron is ready
for use.

NOTE: The red Thermostat Light will continue to cycle off and on

during use as the Iron maintains the desired temperature.

5. When changing from a higher temperature setting to a lower
temperature setting, wait until the red Thermostat Light
cycles on and then off again before ironing.

6. When finished ironing, turn the Temperature Control Dial to
the “MIN” position and unplug the Iron. Stand the Iron back
in the vertical position (on its Heel Rest) and allow it to cool
completely before cleaning or storing.

WARNING: Never fill the Water Tank while the Iron is still hot.

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USING AS A STEAM IRON

The Temperature Control Dial must remain at the “MAX” setting
while steam ironing.

1. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to the “MIN” setting and
make sure that the Steam Button is in the NO STEAM
position.

2. Make sure that the Iron is unplugged and has cooled com­pletely before filling.

CAUTION: IF THE IRON IS HOT, DO NOT FILL WITH WATER.

Filling the Water Tank:

3.
position (on its Soleplate). Using the Filler Cup provided,
slowly pour water through the Water Fill Opening until the
Water Tank is filled to the Maximum Water Level Line; DO
NOT OVERFILL.

IMPORTANT: Use tap water or distilled water only. Do not

use chemically descaled water or any other liquids.

4. With the Water Tank full, stand the Iron in the vertical posi­tion (on its Heel Rest) on a heat resistant surface and plug
into a 127V outlet.

5. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to the “MAX” setting. The
red Thermostat Light will illuminate, indicating that the Iron
is heating.

NOTE: For best results, check garment labels for the tempera-

ture and steam settings recommended by the fabric
manufacturer.

6. Once the Iron has reached the set temperature, the red
Thermostat Light will go off, indicating that the Iron is ready
for use.

NOTE: The red Thermostat Light will continue to cycle off and on

during use as the Iron maintains the desired temperature.

Place the Iron in the horizontal

7. Press the Steam Button into the STEAM position. Steam will
be released continuously once the Iron is held in the hori­zontal position.

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NOTE: Steam can be stopped by holding the Iron in the vertical

position, or by pressing the Steam Button back into the NO
STEAM position.

CAUTION: AVOID COMING IN CONTACT WITH

ESCAPING STEAM.

8. When finished ironing, press the Steam Button into the NO
STEAM position, turn the Temperature Control Dial to the
“MIN” setting, and unplug the Iron. If necessary, empty the
Water Tank (see “Emptying the Water Tank”). Stand the Iron
back in the vertical position (on its Heel Rest) and allow it to
cool completely before cleaning or storing.

NOTE: The Water Tank should be emptied after each use.

EMPTYING THE WATER TANK

The Water Tank should be emptied after each use.

1. After use, press the Steam Button into the NO STEAM posi­tion, turn the Temperature Control Dial to the “MIN” setting,
and unplug the Iron.

2. While the Iron is still warm, hold the Iron over a sink and
turn the Iron upside down, allowing water to drain from the
Water Fill Opening.

3. Stand the Iron back in the vertical position (on its Heel
Rest). The warmth of the Iron should dry out any remaining
water.

CAUTION: AVOID COMING IN CONTACT WITH WATER OR
ESCAPING STEAM.

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USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing
requiring disassembly must be preformed by a qualified appli­ance repair technician.

CARE AND CLEANING

CAUTION: Unplug the Iron from the electrical outlet and
allow it to cool completely before cleaning and storing.
Never immerse the Iron in water or any other liquid.

NOTE: Do not put any chemical cleaning agents or solvents in

the Water Tank, or on any part of the Iron.

1. Moisten a soft cloth with a dab of vinegar to remove spots
from the Soleplate. Take care not to scratch the non-stick
coating.

CAUTION: Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners on

the Soleplate, as this may scratch the surface.

2. Wipe the outside surfaces of the Iron with a damp cloth. If
necessary, use a small amount of mild detergent to clean.

3. Before using again, preheat and move the iron over an old
cloth several times to remove any residue from the
Soleplate.

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FLUSHING

Flushing the iron is advised after every 5 uses or more regularly
to prevent harmful mineral build-up that can clog the iron and
prevent it from heating and steaming properly.

1. With the Iron unplugged, turn the Temperature Control Dial
to the “MIN” setting and press the Steam Button into the
NO STEAM position. Make sure that the Iron has cooled
completely.

CAUTION: IF THE IRON IS HOT, DO NOT FILL WITH WATER.

Filling the Water Tank:

2.
position (on its Soleplate). Using the Filler Cup provided,
slowly pour water through the Water Fill Opening until the
Water Tank is filled to the Maximum Water Level Line; DO
NOT OVERFILL.

IMPORTANT: Use tap water or distilled water only. DO NOT

use chemically descaled water or any other liquids. DO
NOT put any chemical cleaning agents or solvents into
the Water Tank.

3. With the Water Tank full, stand the Iron in the vertical posi­tion (on its Heel Rest) on a heat resistant surface and plug
into a 127V outlet.

4. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to the “MAX” setting. The
red Thermostat Light will illuminate, indicating that the Iron is
heating. Once the Iron has reached the set temperature, the
red Thermostat Light will go off, indicating that the Iron is
ready for use.

5. Hold the Iron horizontally over a basin or bowl and press the
Steam Button into the STEAM position -- steam will begin to
flow through the Soleplate. Continue to hold the Iron in this
position until the Water Tank is empty. Water and steam will
flush the scale and dust through the Soleplate and into the
basin.

Place the Iron in the horizontal

CAUTION: AVOID COMING IN CONTACT WITH

ESCAPING STEAM.

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6. When the Water Tank is empty, press the Steam Button into
the NO STEAM position, turn the Temperature Control Dial
to the “MIN” setting, and unplug the Iron. Stand the Iron
back in the vertical position (on its Heel Rest) and allow it to
cool completely before storing.

STORING THE IRON

Remove the cord from the outlet by grasping the plug -- never
pull on the cord. Empty the Water Tank after each use (see
“Emptying the Water Tank”). Allow the Iron to cool completely
before storing. To protect the Soleplate, stand the Iron in an

upright position on its Heel Rest; wrap the cord loosely around
the base of the Iron.

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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

Office and Service Center: Toastmaster de México, S.A. de C.V.

Centeotl #223-A
Col. Industrial San Antonio,
Delegación Azcapotzalco, México. D.F. C.P. 02760
Ph: 01800-201-3373 or 3375
Fax: [phone] EXT. 115

Warranty: This product is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for a

period of (1) year from the original purchase date.
Warranty Coverage: This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident

in shipment, unreasonable use, misuse, neglect, improper service, commercial use,
repairs by unauthorized personnel, normal wear, improper assembly, installation or
maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workman­ship. This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in MEXI­CO, and does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written
instructions furnished with the product or to units which have been altered or modified or
to damage to products or parts thereof which have had the serial number removed,
altered, defaced or rendered illegible.

Implied Warranties: ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY
HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PUR­CHASE. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply to you.

Warranty Performance: During the above one-year warranty period, a product with a
defect will be either repaired or replaced with a similar model, as long as you notified to
the following number: 01800-201-3373. The repaired or replacement product will be in
warranty for the balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month
period. No charge will be made for such repair or replacement.

Important Notice: If there are missing parts or are defective, return this product to the
place you bought it. You should call the CONSUMER SERVICE, stating that you are a
consumer with a problem at the phone number: 01800-201-3373 or 3375.

Limitation of Remedies: No representative or person is authorized to assume for us,
any other liability in connection with the sale of our products. There shall be no claims
for defects or failure of performance or product failure under any theory of damages,
contract or commercial law including, but not limited to negligence, gross negligence,
strict liability, breach of warranty and breach of contract. Repair, replacement or refund
shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limita­tion or exclusion may not apply to you.

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