XT1820 - Griddle BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Steam Iron
Brand	Black & Decker
Model	XT1820
Voltage	230 V AC
Power Input	1800 W
Water Tank Capacity	Approx. 300 ml
Soleplate Material	Non-stick coated
Temperature Control	Adjustable dial for fabric types
Steam Control	Adjustable dial (O to Max)
Steam Burst	Yes, for vertical steaming
Spray Feature	Yes, water spray button
Self-Clean System	Yes, for scale removal
Anti-Drip Feature	Yes, prevents dripping at low temperatures
Vertical Steaming	Yes
Indicator Light	Heating light (turns off when ready)
Cord Length	Approx. 2 m
Weight	Approx. 1.2 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approx. 30 x 15 x 15 cm
Heel Rest	Yes
Cord Storage	Wraparound cord storage
Warranty	24 months

Frequently Asked Questions - XT1820 BLACK & DECKER

How do I fill the water tank?

Unplug the iron, open the water tank cover, hold the iron at an angle, and fill using the provided beaker up to the maximum filling level. Do not overfill. Close the cover.

What type of water should I use?

Normal tap water is fine, but in hard water areas, distilled water is recommended. Do not use chemically descaled water.

How do I use the self-clean function?

Fill the tank to max, set temperature to max, heat until the light goes off then on again, unplug, hold horizontally over sink, press self-clean button. Move iron back and forth. Release, then dry by ironing an old cloth.

Can I use the iron without water?

Yes, set the steam control dial to the 'O' position to use as a dry iron.

What does the anti-drip feature do?

It prevents water from dripping at low temperatures after steaming. Steaming restarts when a suitable temperature is selected.

How do I use the steam burst button?

Ensure water is in the tank and temperature is set to steam. Lift the iron and press the steam burst button. You may need to press several times to activate the pump.

Can I iron vertically?

Yes, use the steam burst button while holding the iron vertically to remove creases from hanging clothes or curtains.

How do I clean the soleplate?

Unplug and let cool. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe scale and residues. For deep cleaning, use the self-clean function.

What should I do if the iron is not producing steam?

Check water level, ensure temperature is set to steam range, and press the steam burst button a few times. Also check that the steam control dial is not set to 'O'.

Is the iron cord long enough for easy use?

Yes, the cord is approximately 2 meters long, allowing comfortable movement during ironing.

USER MANUAL XT1820 BLACK & DECKER

Your Black & Decker iron has been designed for ironing garments made of linen, cotton, silk, wool and synthetic materials. This product is intended for household use only.

Safety instructions

◆Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

◆Read all of this manual carefully before using the appliance.

The intended use is described in this manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or the performance of any operation with this appliance other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

◆Retain this manual for future reference.

Using your appliance

◆Always take care when using the appliance.

◆Do not use the appliance outdoors.

Do not operate the appliance if your hands are wet. Do not operate the appliance if you are barefoot.

◆Guide the power supply cord neatly so it does not hang over the edge of a worktop and cannot be caught accidentally or tripped over.

◆Never pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

◆If the power supply cord is damaged during use, disconnect the appliance from the power supply immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before disconnecting from the power supply.

◆Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use and before cleaning.

Safety of others

◆Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these instructions to use the appliance.

Do not allow children or animals to come near the work area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

After use

◆Switch off, remove the plug from the socket and let the appliance cool down before leaving it unattended and before changing, cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.

- When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances.

Inspection and repairs

Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation.

◆Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.

◆Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.

◆Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of damage, ageing and wear.

◆Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective.

◆If the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power supply cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.

◆Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.

Electrical safety

◆Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

◆This product must be earthed.

◆Do not immerse the appliance, power supply cord or plug in water or other liquid.

- If it is necessary to use an extension cable, use an approved 3-core cable suitable for the power input of this product (see rating plate).

Additional safety instructions for irons

◆Always route the cord carefully to avoid a tripping hazard.

◆Do not use the appliance near water.

Do not place the appliance near heat sources or directly under cabinets. Do not use the appliance in the presence of explosive or flammable materials.

◆The filling aperture must not be opened during use.

◆Steam may escape from the soleplate.

◆Surfaces may be hot during use and during the cooldown period.

◆Set the temperature control dial to the min position before plugging in or out.

- Let the appliance cool down before leaving it unattended and before cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.

◆The power supply cord should not touch the hot soleplate during use or during the cool down period.

◆Do not touch the soleplate until it has cooled down.

◆Wait until the appliance has cooled down before emptying the water tank as the water may still be hot.

◆Always disconnect the appliance from the supply before filling, emptying, cleaning, or carrying out any maintenance on the appliance.

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Features

1. Temperature control dial
2. Heating light
3. Self-clean button
4. Steam control dial
5. Steam burst button
6. Spray button
7. Water tank cover
8. Spray nozzle
9. Soleplate
10. Water tank
11. Maximum filling level indicator
12. Cord storage
13. Heel rest

Before first use

Cleaning the soleplate

◆ Make sure that the appliance is unplugged.
◆ Fill the appliance with water as described below.
◆ Use the self-clean system as described below.

When finished, wipe the soleplate and steam vents with a cloth.

Some parts of the appliance have been lightly greased and as a result the appliance may smoke slightly when switched on for the first time. This will cease after a short while.

Assembly

Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the appliance is switched off and unplugged.

Filling the water tank (fig. A)

In order to be able to use the steam function or the spray feature, you will first need to fill the water tank with water.

◆ Make sure that the appliance is unplugged.
◆ Open the water tank cover (7).
◆ Hold the appliance at an angle as shown.
◆ Fill the appliance with water using the beaker provided.
◆ Close the water tank cover.

Warning! Never fill above the maximum filling level (11). Normal tap water can be used, but if you live in a hard water area the use of distilled water is recommended. Do not use chemically descaled water.

Use

Warning! Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is connected to the power supply and during the cool down period.

Temperature setting

The required temperature setting depends on the garment fabric.

- Adjust the temperature control dial (1) to the required setting:

• Synthetic
- Silk, wool
••• Cotton, linen

If you are unsure of the fibre content of a garment, start with a low temperature setting and test on a small area (seam or inside hem). If wrinkles remain, gradually increase the heat setting until you find the optimum setting.

Using as a dry iron

◆ Stand the appliance on its heel rest (13).
◆ Plug the appliance in and switch on.
◆ Set the steam control dial (4) to the 'O' position.
- Adjust the temperature control dial (1) to the required setting.

The heating light (2) will switch off when the appliance has reached the required temperature.

Using as a steam iron

◆ Fill the water tank as described above.
◆ Stand the appliance on its heel rest (13).
◆ Plug the appliance in and switch on.
- Adjust the temperature control dial (1) to the required steam setting.

The heating light (2) will switch on. When the heating light switches off, the iron will be ready for use as a steam iron. The heating light will regularly switch on and off whilst ironing.

◆ To create steam, set the steam control dial (4) to the required steam position.

Using the steam burst button

The steam burst feature can only be used whilst ironing on a high temperature setting.

◆ Make sure that there is water in the tank and the temperature control dial (1) is set to the required steam position.
◆ Lift the appliance and press the steam burst button (5). You may need to press a few times to activate the pump.

XT1820 - Vertical steaming

The appliance can also be held vertically to remove creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.

Using the spray button

The spray feature can be used at any temperature setting when either steam or dry ironing.

◆ Make sure that there is water in the tank.
◆ Press the button (6) several times to activate the pump while you are ironing.

Using the self-clean button

The self-clean function must be used before using the appliance for the first time and then regularly to remove scale.

◆Fill the tank (10) to the maximum filling level (11).
◆Set the temperature control dial (1) to the max position.
◆Plug the appliance in and switch on.
◆Allow the appliance to heat up until the heating light (2) switches off and then on again.
◆Unplug the appliance and hold it horizontally over the sink.
◆Press the self-clean button (3).

Hot water and steam will come out of the vents. Impurities and scale will be washed away.

◆Move the iron backwards and forwards while this is happening.
◆Release the self-clean button.
◆Stand the appliance upright on its heel.
◆Plug the appliance in and switch on.
◆Iron an old cloth or towel to dry the soleplate.

XT1820 - Anti-drip feature

The anti-drip feature ensures that the appliance will not drip water at low temperatures after steaming. Steaming will restart as soon as a suitable steam ironing temperature has been selected.

Hints for optimum use

◆Sort the articles to be ironed according to the fabric. Start ironing with the fabrics requiring the lowest heat setting.
◆The appliance can be used as a dry iron even if there is water in the tank. Do not fill the tank with water if the appliance is to be used as a dry iron for an extended period.
◆Avoid ironing over zippers, rivets on jeans etc. as they will scratch the soleplate.

Cleaning and storage

Warning! Before cleaning and storing, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool down.

◆Pour out any remaining water after each use by tilting the appliance forward.
◆Clean the body with a soft damp cloth.
◆Wipe scale and other residues off the soleplate with a damp cloth.
◆Store in an upright position. The cord can be wound around the cord storage (12).

Protecting the environment

Black & Decker provides a facility for recycling Black & Decker products once they have reached the end of their working life. This service is provided free of charge. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.

You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com

Technical data

	XT1600 XT1800
		XT1820
Voltage V	AC	230 230
Power input W 1,600 1,800

EC declaration of conformity

XT1600 / XT1800 / XT1820

Black & Decker declares that these products conform to:

89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, EN 55014, EN 61000, EN 60335

Kevin Hewitt

Director of Consumer Engineering

Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG,

United Kingdom

1-11-2004

Guarantee

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union and the European Free Trade Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:

◆The product has been used for trade, professional or hire purposes;
◆The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;
◆The product has sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accidents;

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◆Repairs have been attempted by persons other than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at:

www.2helpU.com

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United Kingdom

1-11-2004

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United Kingdom

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United Kingdom

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United Kingdom

1-11-2004

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