PERFECT STEAM DG8960F0 - Fer à repasser vapeur ROWENTA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PERFECT STEAM DG8960F0 ROWENTA

Handle Steam head Flexible fabric hose Hose connector Variable steam control* Foot operated cord reel* Foot operated On/Off switch Removable water tank Double telescopic pole Integrated hanger*

Upholstery brush* Lint pad* Crease attachment* Curtain rod extension* On board accessories storage Power indicator light Clips for pole fastening Power cord clips*

*Depending on the model: these accessories are specific to certain models or available as an option.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

-To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents, check appliance before each use by holding it away from body and operating steam button. - Use appliance for its intended use only. - To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. - Appliance should always be turned “OFF” before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank the cord to disconnect from the outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect. - Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let appliance cool completely before storing away. Loop cord loosely around appliance when storing. - Do not direct steam at people or animals, or use steamer on garments while they are being worn. - Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with water, emptying or when not in use. - Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance. Ship it to the nearest authorized Rowenta approved service center for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause risk of fire, injury and electrical shock to persons when the appliance is in use. 2

- This appliance is not intended for use by or near children and other persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.

- Children should be supervised by the responsible person to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. - Burns could occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. Use care when you empty a steam appliance, there may be hot water in the tank. - Pour water in water tank only. - Never drop or insert any object into any opening or hose. - Always keep the hose and nozzle elevated above the water tank. - Steam only in an up and down vertical motion. Never use steamer in a horizontal position or tilt into a backward position, this may result in hot water discharge. - Do not place the steam nozzle directly on any surface or the appliance power cord while it is hot or plugged in. Use the stand provided. - When changing attachments, please be sure the unit is off and no steam is being released to avoid contact with hot water. - Use caution when changing attachments, as they may contain hot water from condensation. Ensure the attachments are cooled off to avoid contact with hot water. - The use of accessory attachments other than those provided by Rowenta is not recommended and may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury. - This unit is for indoor use only.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

- To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15-amp rated 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.

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• Place the base on the floor and remove the water tank.

Install pole in main unit:

• Insert pole 1 and 2 according to the diagram to the right, ensuring the marks on the unit and the poles line up. • Press pole firmly into place.

EL Locking the pole :

• With the poles inserted lay the base on its side. • Turn the 2 lockbars on the base of the steamer 90° to secure the poles. Use a coin or similar object to turn the lockbar. • After the poles are locked, pick up the unit and return to its use position.

TR Installing Integrated Hanger :

• Take the hanger with the brush hooks facing to the front. • Check for correct orientation with the index marks matching. • Insert both ends of the hanger into the pole connection and press both ends simultaneously into the pole until the hanger properly engages. • If it is required to dismantle the pole from the main unit, tilt the appliance and unlock the pole first. • Then place the appliance back into it’s upright position. Expand both poles to the desired height by unlocking them, pulling them gently and locking them. Warning : Unlock the four clips while keeping integrated hanger in your hand. • Dismantling of the hanger from the poles by the customer is not foreseen. 3

RU UK PL Attaching Steam hose to the main unit :

1) Insert hose plug into hose connector on main unit. 2) Secure hose connector by pulling clamping ring upwards.

CLIC Filling the water tank

• Ensure that the steamer is unplugged. Remove the water tank from the base of the appliance by pulling it upwards. Unscrew the lid and fill the tank. The tank holds 128 ounces. IMPORTANT Never use water that contains additives (starch, perfume, aromatic substances, softener, etc) in the steamer. Additives such as these can affect the properties of the steam and lead to the formation of deposits. • The steamer is designed to be used with TAP WATER . If the water in your area is hard, Rowenta recommends that you mix half tap water and half distilled water, which reduces the hardness; or just use inexpensive bottled spring water.

• After closing the lid, place the water tank on the base of the appliance.

• We recommend checking the garment care label for manufacturer recommendations. We also recommend testing the garment on an unobtrusive area such as an inner seam. • Read the recommendations for the maintenance of the fabrics on the labels of the clothing to be steamed. • Test the strength of the colour of the fabric on an area of the garment that is not visible (inside of a hem). • Avoid contact between the steam head and silk or velvet. • Certain garments are smoothed more easily on the reverse side. • If you are using the steam head at a position close to the ground, raise the hose frequently in order to avoid the formation of condensation. You may hear a gurgling noise if the hose is obstructed in any way. • Heavy fabrics may need to be steamed longer. • Be careful at all times.

Warning: Never steam a garment while it is being worn. The hose and steam head may become hot during use. This is perfectly normal. Be careful and avoid any prolonged contact. • Only operate the steamer on the floor clear of any materials which may obstruct the base of the steamer (flat and horizontal surface). Do not obstruct the openings on the lower part of the appliance. • If necessary, expand the poles to the desired height by unlocking them, pulling them gently and locking them again. Unlock the four clips while keeping integrated hanger in your hand. • Plug in the power cord and turn on the power using the foot operated pedal. The power light will illuminate. The steamer is operating. *Depending on the model: these accessories are specific to certain models or available as an option.

• Depending on the model the steam amount can be set to the desired level with the variable steam control.*

• The unit will produce steam in 60 seconds, when in max position of variable steam control. • Put garment onto the hanger head. Grasp the steam head with the steam vents pointing away from you. Start steaming by touching material lightly with steaming head and moving in an up/down vertical motion. Beginning at the top of the garment move in a downward direction. Always steam in a vertical position. • During use, the hose may make a gurgling noise. This is a normal occurrence due to condensation. If you hear the gurgling noise, hold the hose up to direct the condensation back into the appliance.

Warning: Do not allow the steamer to run dry.

Warning: Never use the steamer more than 3 hours. Warning: Do not bend the steam hose during use or storage.

EN DE FR NL Accessories

(depending on model)

Before using an accessory, check the manufacturer recommendations. It is also recommend that you carry out a test on part of the fabric which cannot be seen.

IT Upholstery brush*

The upholstery brush is used to aid steam penetration into difficult, heavy fabrics, for faster results.

ES Be sure unit is unplugged and completely cool before attaching accesories.

• Attach the upholstery brush to the steam head by lining up the bottom of the brush with the bottom of the steam head. Gently push the top of the brush onto the steam head until it clicks . • Gently brush the area to be steamed with the grain or nap of the fabric. • Remove the upholstery brush once the unit is unplugged and completely cooled down. Remove it by pressing on the tab on top of the brush while pulling it forward.

The fabric brush opens the weave of the fabrics for better steam penetration. Be sure unit is unplugged and completely cool before attaching accesories. • Attach the fabric brush to the steam head by lining up the bottom of the brush with the bottom of the steam head. Gently push the top of the brush onto the steam head until it clicks into place. • Gently brush the area to be steamed with the grain or nap of the fabric. • Remove the fabric brush once unit is unplugged and completely cool. Remove it by pressing on the release tab on top of brush while pulling it forward.

EL TR RU Crease attachment*

• Gently push the crease attachment into place on the steam head. • Push on the handle to open the crease attachment . • Place the garment between the crease attachment and steam head. • Release the handle. • Starting at the top of the garment, move the crease attachment in a downwards motion. • Once unit is unplugged and completely cooled down, remove the crease attachment by sliding it off of the steam head. *Depending on the model: these accessories are specific to certain models or available as an option.

The lint pad is a separate accessory and cannot be attached to the steam head. You can use the lint pad independently from the steamer. The lint pad removes hair, lint and animal fur for a professional finish. • To use the lint pad, slowly brush the clothing with the grain or nap of the fabric. • The pad can be cleaned by brushing it in the opposite direction. We recommend cleaning the pad on an old cloth that can be discarded.

• After using the steamer, switch the power off (power indicator light will go out) and unplug the appliance. • Hang steam head in an upright position on top of hanger when not in use. • Push the cord reel pedal to store the power cord, or wrap the cord around the power cord storage clips.*

• Empty water tank each time.before storage. • Do not carry the steamer by the water tank handle. If you grab water tank handle you will remove the tank. The unit includes luggage style wheels for added convenience when transporting. Warning: Never touch the steam head until it has cooled down completely.

• Clean the main unit with a damp cloth. To maintain maximum performance, your steamer must be descaled occasionally. The time between descaling operations depends on the quality of the water and the frequency with which you use the appliance. The appliance must be descaled at least once a year or after 50 hours of use. • To carry out a descaling operation, follow the following steps: 1. Ensure that the appliance has cooled down completely. Unplug the unit and remove the steam hose from main unit. Collapse the telescopic poles. 2. Fill the water tank with fresh water and attach it to the main unit again , allowing water to fill the boiler. 3. Remove the tank from main unit and empty the water from the boiler through the open hose connector into a sink. Scale and other residues will be rinsed out. 4. Repeat Step 2 and 3 several times until the scale has been removed.

TIP: For more effective descaling, after every 50 hours of use, use descalers available at your store recommanded for garment steamers or electric kettles. To avoid irritant vapors, use products based on citric acid only.

Follow the products instruction for use with garment steamers or electric kettles.

*Depending on the model: these accessories are specific to certain models or available as an option.

The appliance has not been turned on.

Check that your appliance is properly plugged in and press the On / Off button

(on the front of the appliance). The power light should turn on.

The hose has been obstructed.

Check that the hose is not bent or twisted.

There is no water left.

Turn off the appliance and refill the water tank.

DE FR The steam flow is low.

Your steamer has a build-up Descale the steamer at least once a year of scale because it has not or every 50 hours of use. If your water is been rinsed out regularly. hard, increase the frequency.

There is no water left.

Water runs through the holes of the steambrush.

NL Turn the appliance off and refill it.

There is condensation in the Never use steamer in a horizontal posihose. tion. Hold the hose vertically outstretched and wait for water to flow back into the steamer.

IT The steamer takes a Your steamer has a build-up Rinse out the steamer at least once long time to heat. of scale because it has not a year or every 50 hours of use. If your been descaled regularly. water is hard, increase the frequency.

ES If it is not possible to establish the cause of the problem, seek the assistance of an

Approved ROWENTA Service Center www.rowenta.com

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