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Important recommendations
Safety recommendations
• 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 brand accepts no responsibility and
the guarantee does not apply.
• For your safety, this appliance conforms to the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electromagnetic
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 pressure release valve which, in the event of a malfunction, releases any excess steam,
- a thermal fuse to prevent the appliance from overheating.
• Always plug your steam generator into :
- an electrical installation with voltage between 220V and 240V. Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause
irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee.
- an earthed socket. If you are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (10A) with an earth, and is
fully extended.
• Completely unwind the electric flex before plugging it into an earthed electric socket.
• If the electric power flex or the steam flex is damaged, it must imperatively be replaced by an Approved Service Centre
to avoid any danger.
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord. Always unplug your appliance :
- before filling or rinsing the boiler,
- before cleaning your generator,
- after each use.
• The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, 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 to be used by children or without supervision by persons whose physical, sensory or
mental aptitude to use it in complete safety is impaired. Children must 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
function. Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.
• Before emptying the boiler, always wait until the generator is cold and make sure that it has been unplugged for more
than 2 hours before unscrewing the boiler stopper.
• Be careful : if the boiler cap is dropped or severely knocked, have it replaced by an Approved Service Centre, as it may
be damaged.
• While rinsing out the boiler, never fill it directly under the tap.
• If you lose or damage the boiler stopper, have it replaced in 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.
1. Steam control dial
2. Iron temperature adjustment button
3. Temperature setting mark
4. Thermostat light
5. Iron rest
6. Boiler cap
7. Boiler (inside the base-unit)
8. Steam cord storage space
9. Easycord system (according to model)
10. Steam cord
11. Electric cord tidy
12. Power cord
13. Steam flow adjustment dial (according to model)
14. Illuminated on/off switch
15. Steam ready indicator light (according to model)
Description
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