ST-8911 - Iron TRISTAR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ST-8911 TRISTAR

Vintage-style iron iron with purple and white casing, coiled cord, no visible text or symbols

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PT Manual de utilizador
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ST-8911

*** TRISTAR

Dear customer,

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing this high quality product. Please read the instruction manual carefully so that you will be able to make the best possible use of the appliance. This manual includes all the necessary instructions and advice for using, cleaning and maintaining the appliance. If you follow these instructions you will be guaranteed of an excellent result, it saves you time and will avoid problems. We hope you will have a great deal of pleasure from using this appliance.

SaFeTy INSTRucTloNS

• The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before the water tank is filled with water or before cleaning and maintenance and immediately after use.
• Never iron on dampen cloths while wearing them.
• Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in the tank.
• Do not open the boiler cap during use.
• The tank of the unit is equipped with a safety valve to avoid over-pressure.
• Please read the instruction manual carefully before using the device. Please keep these instructions, the guarantee certificate, the sales receipt and, if possible, the carton with the inner packaging.
• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instructions concerning the use of the appliance by a person that is responsible for their safety.

• By ignoring the safety instructions the manufacturer can not be hold responsible for the damage.

• To protect children against the dangers of electrical appliances, please make sure that you never leave the appliance unattended. Therefore you have to select a storage place for the appliance where children are not able to grab it. Make sure that the cable is not hanging in a downward position.

• This appliance is only to be used for household purposes and only for the purpose it is made for.
• The appliance must be placed on a stable, level surface.
• Do not use when the appliance is fallen, if there are any signs of damage or when it leaks.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• Never use the device unsupervised.
• All repairs should be made by a competent qualified repair service(*).
• Make sure that the appliance is stored in a dry environment.
• Check if the voltage of the appliance corresponds to the main voltage of your home. Rated voltage: AC220-240V 50Hz. The socket must be at least 16A or 10 A slow-protected.
• This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.
• The ejected steam is very powerful, so make sure you do not aim at persons, animals or delicate items.
• The use of accessory that are not recommended by the manufacturer can cause injuries and will invalidate any warranty that you may have.
• Never move the appliance by pulling the cord and make sure the cord can not become entangled.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it.
• Allow the appliance to cool down before you clean or store it.

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• To protect yourself against an electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or appliance in the water or any other liquid.
• Unplug the appliance from the socket when changing the spare parts or for maintenance.
• Do not use this appliance with a damaged cord or plug or when the appliance has malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. To avoid a hazard make sure that a damaged cord or plug will be replaced by an authorized technician(*). Do not repair this appliance yourself.
• Do not use this appliance near direct heat sources.
• Unplug the appliance from the socket when you are not using it.
• Note: To avoid danger by accidental resetting the thermal protection, this appliance may not be powered through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that regularly will be switched on or off.
• Allow the device to cool down before you are going to remove or replace spare parts.
• Make sure that the cord is not hanging over the edge of the table or counter, does not touch any hot surfaces or is coming directly into contact with the hot parts of the appliance. Do not place the appliance underneath or close to curtains, window coverings etc.
• Make sure the cord does not touch the hot parts of the appliance.
• We advise to place a heat resistant coating between your table and the appliance (this way you don't get burns on your table or table cloth).
• Do not use this appliance in the bathroom or near a sink filled with water. If this appliance has fallen into the water do not under no circumstances directly grab this appliance, but first pull the plug from the socket.
• Make sure that the maximum level will never be exceeded.

* Competent qualified repair service: after sales department of the producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved and competent to perform this kind of repairs in order to avoid all danger. In any case you should return the appliance to this repair service.

PaRTS DeScRIPTIoN

1. Steam cable
2. Power cord with plug
3. On/off button
4. Steam ready / empty water tank indicator light
5. Base
6. Boiler cap
7. Thermostat knob
8. Iron at-temperature light
9. Steam lock(lock for permanent steam function)
10. Steam button
11. Soleplate
12. Measuring cup(maximum capacity: 220ml)

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BEFORE THE FIRST USE

• Before the first use, please remove any sticker or protective cover.
• Place your steam generator on a stable, horizontal heat-resistant surface.
• For the first use, use the iron on an old piece of fabric to ensure the soleplate and water tank are completely clean.
• Never use the steam generator when water tank is empty, refill it before use it again.

Fill the water tank

• Before filling the water tank, check if the steam generator is cooled down, if the power cable is unplugged and if the temperature knob is on its minimum position.
• Note: never unscrew the boiler cap before these three steps are done.
• During filling please do not exceed the maximum water capacity (0.5L).
• Note: use a funnel to fill the boiler.
• Please read carefully our advices in chapter "type of water to use" concerning the water to use with your steam generator.
• Open the boiler filter cap and fill the boiler with water.
• Screw the boiler filter cap tight.
• Notes: if the water tank indicator illuminates and there is no steam the water tank is empty.
• Never unscrew the boiler cap when the appliance is still connected to the power supply.

Select the temperature

• Place the iron on its base.
• Select the desired temperature by using the thermostat knob, check the ironing symbols on your clothes in order to adapt the ironing temperature.
• Note: we advise you to read the chapter "Ironing of your linens" in order to select the best ironing temperature.

STEAM IRONING

Note: For the first use, use the iron on an old piece of fabric to ensure the soleplate and water tank are completely clean.
- Fill the boiler and select the temperature as described before.
- Plug the power cable into the wall outlet.
- Turn on the device by using the ON/OFF button, the unit will be heated up.
- It will take around 5 minutes to produce enough steam, the steam ready and empty water tank indicator light will be illuminate when the iron is ready for use.
- Note: Do not use the steam function before the steam ready indicator illuminates.
• There are two ways to obtain steam,

o Press on the steam switch button beneath the iron handle and keep it pressed. The steam will stop when you release the button.

o By pressing the steam lock button steam and slide the steam lock backwards, the iron will steam now constantly.

Note: The first time the steam generator is used, there may be some smoke and smell, this is not harmful. They will not affect the performance and will disappear rapidly.

AFTER USE

• Put the temperature knob on minimum position.
• Turn off the device by using the ON/OFF button.
• Unplug the power cable.
• Wait until the steam generator and the soleplate are cooled down completely.
• Unscrew the boiler cap and pour out the remaining water then place the boiler cap back on the unit.

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Note: Before any maintenance or cleaning operations, please turn the temperature knob on minimum position, unplug your steam generator from the power socket and allow it to cool down completely.

Empty the water tank

• Unscrew the water tank filter cap.
  • Empty the boiler above a sink.
• Turn the boiler cap back on the unit.

Steam generator cleaning

• Clean the soleplate with a vinegar-water solution.
• Clean the base and iron with a damp cloth and dry it completely before storage.
• To not damage the soleplate, we advise you never put the soleplate on a metal surface.
• Clean your steam generator after every 10 times of use.

Boiler cleaning

• Unscrew the boiler filter cap.
• Fill it with near of 250mL of clear water.
• Fix the boiler filter cap.
• Shake the base unit for a few moments and then empty it completely.
• In order to obtain the best result, we recommend to repeat this action twice.

Type of water to use

• You can use normal tap water to fill the tank. Therefore, especially if your tap water is very hard, we advise you to mix it with distilled water or use distilled water only.
• We advise you to empty the water tank after use in order prevent limestone inside the water tank.

- Do not add anything to the contents of the boiler and do not use water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners and rain water. These contain organic waste or mineral elements that become concentrated when heated and cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear to the steam generator. Use of these types of water will negate the guarantee provided with the product.

IRONING OF YOUR LINENS

In order to not damage your linen, please check the type of requested ironing including on care and composition label. Adjust the ironing temperatures before use your iron.

Symbol Fabric Temp. Variable steam
	Synthetic fibers/silk ×
	Wool √
	Cotton / Linen √
	Note:The symbol means: This article cannot be ironed!

Note:

The symbol means: This article cannot be ironed!

guaRaNTee

• Tristar is not liable for damages occurred through: o In case the appliance has fallen. o In case the appliance has been technically changed by the owner or another third party. o In case of improper use of the appliance. o In case of normal wear of the appliance.
• By executing repairs the original warranty period of 2 years will not be extended, nor the right to a complied new warranty. This warranty is only legal on European soil. This warranty does not overrule the European directive 1944/44CE.
• Always keep your receipt, without this receipt you can not claim any form of warranty whatsoever.
• Damage caused by not following the instruction manual will lead to a void of warranty, if this results in consequential damages Tristar will not be liable.
• Tristar will not be liable for material damage or personal injury caused by improper use or if the safety instructions are not properly executed.
• Cleaning, as mentioned in this manual, is the only necessary maintenance for this appliance.
• When the appliance should be repaired, make sure that this will be performed by an authorized company.
  • This appliance may not be amended or changed.
• If problems arise during the 2 years from the date of purchase, which are covered by the factory warranty, you can go back to the point of purchase to replace it for a new one.

• For questions or compliances please contact your retailer "point of purchase."

• This appliance is covered with a 24 month guarantee starting on the date of purchase (receipt).

• Only material or manufacturing defects are included in this warranty.
• If you wish to make a claim please return the entire machine in the original packaging to your dealer together with the receipt.
• Damage to accessories does not mean automatic free replacement of the whole appliance. In such cases please contact our hotline. Broken glass or breakage of plastic parts are always subject to a charge.
• Defects to consumables or parts subject to wearing, as well as cleaning, maintenance or the replacement of these parts are not covered by the guarantee and hence are to be paid!
  • The guarantee lapses in case of unauthorized tampering.
• After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent dealer or repair service against the payment of the ensuing costs.

GUIDELINES FOR PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

This appliance should not be put into the domestic garbage at the end of its durability, but must be offered at a central

point for the recycling of electric and electronic domestic appliances. This symbol on the appliance, instruction manual and packaging puts your attention to this important issue. The materials used in this appliance can be recycled. By recycling used domestic appliances you contribute an important push to the protection of our environment. Ask your local authorities for information regarding the point of recollection.

Packaging

The packaging is 100% recyclable, return the packaging separated.

Product

This device is equipped with a mark according to the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring that this product will be correctly processed into waste, it will help prevent possible negative consequences for the environment and human health.

EC declaration of conformity

This device is designed, manufactured and marketed in accordance with the safety objectives of the Low Voltage Directive "No 2006/95/EC", the protection requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC "Electromagnetic Compatibility" and the requirement of Directive 93/68/EEC.

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