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attempt to dismantle your appliance: take it to
an approved service centre to avoid any danger.
• If the power cord or steam cord of your appliance
is damaged, it must be replaced by an approved
service centre in order to avoid any danger.
• The fabric steamer must not be left unattended
while it is connected to the supply mains.
• Keep the fabric steamer and its cord out of reach
of children less than 8 years of age when it is
energized or cooling down.
• All accessories, consumables and removable parts must be bought only from an approved service centre.
• For your safety, this appliance conforms to all applicable regulations (Low Voltage, Electromagnetic
Compatibility and Environment Directives, etc.).
• Your steam generator iron is an electrical appliance: it must be used under normal conditions of use.
• It is equipped with 2 safety systems:
– a valve to prevent the build-up of pressure, which allows excess steam to escape in the event of the
appliance malfunctioning,
– a thermal fuse to prevent overheating.
• Always plug your appliance:
– into a mains circuit with voltage between 220 V and 240 V (Alternating current only),
– into a socket outlet with an earth connection.
Faulty connection can cause irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee. If
you are using an extension cord, ensure that it is correctly rated (16A) with an earth connection, and is
fully extended.
• Unwind the power cord fully before plugging it into an earthed plug socket.
• Never touch the power cord or steam cord with the soleplate of the iron. Do not leave the power or water
connection cords close to or in contact with sources of heat or sharp edges.
• The water in the appliance may still be hot and cause burns even after 2 hours of cooling down. Handle
the appliance with care when the cap/collector is removed, particularly when you are emptying it.
• Your appliance emits steam that may cause burns.
– Handle the iron with care, particularly when using the vertical steam function.
– Never steam clothing when it is worn by a person, always steam it on a hanger.
– Never iron in a seated position with your legs below the ironing board.
– Never direct the steam towards people or animals.
• The rst time the appliance is used, there may be some fumes and smell but this is not harmful.
• Never immerse your steam generator iron in water or any other liquid. Never place it under tap water.
What water should I use?
• This appliance has been designed to be used with untreated tap water. If your water is very hard,
(hardness above 30°F, or 17°dH or 21°e) use a mixture of 50% tap water and 50% distilled water. In some
seaside regions, salt content might be high. In that case, use only water bottle, with low mineral lever
• They are dierent type of softened water, and most of them can be used in your steam gen. However,
some of them, especially the one with chimical components, like salt, might occur white or brown runs. If
you face this type of issue, we recommand you to use non-treated tap water or bottled water.