322200 - Iron PRINCESS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 322200 PRINCESS

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You have purchased a Princess appliance.

Our aim is to provide quality products with

a tasteful design and at an affordable price.

We hope that you will enjoy this appliance for

The appliance can be used by

children from 8 years and above and

by persons with a physical, sensory,

mental or motorial disability, or lack

of experience and knowledge if they

are supervised or instructed on how

to use the appliance in a safe way and

understand the hazards involved.

Children shall not play with the

appliance. Cleaning and maintenance

shall not be made by children unless

they are older than 8 years and

supervised. Keep the appliance and

the mains cable out of the reach of

children younger than 8 years.

Description (fig. A)

Your 322200 Princess travel steam iron has been

designed for dry ironing and steam ironing.

The appliance is suitable for indoor use only.

The appliance is not suitable for regular use.

1. Temperature control dial

2. Temperature indicator

Clean the appliance. Refer to the section •

”Cleaning and maintenance”.

To remove contaminants from the •

soleplate, turn the temperature control dial

to the ‘max’ position and iron over a soft,

Note: If you switch on the appliance for the

first time, the appliance may emit a little

smoke and a characteristic smell for a short

period. This is normal operation.

Adjusting the handgrip (fig. B)

The appliance is equipped with a handgrip

that can be raised and lowered.

If the handgrip is in the raised position, •

press the unlock button (10) to lower the

If the handgrip is in the lowered position, •

raise the handgrip (9) until it clicks into place.

Filling the water reservoir (fig. C)

Before you proceed, we need you to pay

attention to the following notes:

- Before filling the water reservoir, remove

the mains plug from the wall socket and

wait until the appliance has cooled down.

- Do not open the filling aperture of the

water reservoir during use.

Before you proceed, we would like you to

focus your attention on the following notes:

- Always fill the water reservoir with water,

even if the steam function is not used.

- Do not overfill the water reservoir.

- It is recommended to fill the water reservoir

with a mixture of 50% tap water and 50%

distilled water, especially in areas with hard

water, in order to prevent the formation of

excessive limescale.

- Only use cold water to fill the water reservoir.

- Do not use carbonated water or other

liquids to fill the water reservoir.

Place the appliance on a stable and flat •

Make sure that the handgrip (9) is in the •

EN Open the cover (13).•

Fill the water reservoir (7) with water up to •

the maximum mark on the measuring cup

Close the cover (13).•

Setting the voltage (fig. A)

Before use, the appliance must be set to the

correct voltage: 115V or 230V. The voltage

must be set using the voltage switch.

Before you proceed, we need you to pay

attention to the following notes:

- Before inserting the mains plug into the

wall socket, make sure that the voltage

switch is set to the correct voltage.

Move the voltage switch (3) to the left to •

set the voltage to 115V.

Move the voltage switch (3) to the right to •

set the voltage to 230V.

Setting the temperature

The temperature must be set according to the

Before you proceed, we need you to pay

attention to the following notes:

- Always turn the temperature control dial

to the ‘min’ position before inserting the

mains plug into the wall socket or removing

the mains plug from the wall socket.

Turn the temperature control dial (1) •

clockwise to increase the temperature.

The temperature indicator (2) remains on

during the process. The temperature

indicator (2) goes off when the soleplate

(8) has reached the required temperature.

Turn the temperature control dial (1) •

counterclockwise to decrease the

temperature. The temperature indicator

(2) remains on during the process. The

temperature indicator (2) goes off when

the soleplate (8) has reached the required

Label Type of fabric Temperature

A The fabric must not be ironed.

B Synthetic (acryl, modacrylic,

polypropylene, polyurethane) A C Synthetic (acetate, triacetate) B C Synthetic

(metal, nylon, polyester, viscose) B C Silk B C Wool B C Cotton C (dry ironing /

Make sure that the handgrip (9) is in the •

Fill the water reservoir (7) with water.•

Place the appliance with the support feet •

(11) on a stable and flat surface.

Insert the mains plug into the wall socket.•

Turn the temperature control dial (1) to set •

the required temperature. The iron starts

heating. The temperature indicator (2)

remains on during the process.

If the temperature indicator (2) goes off, •

the soleplate (8) has reached the required

temperature. The appliance is ready for use.

If you interrupt the process, place the •

appliance with the support feet (11) on a

stable and flat surface.

After use, turn the temperature control •

dial (1) to the ‘min’ position.

Place the appliance with the support feet •

(11) on a stable and flat surface.

Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.•

Allow the appliance to cool down •

Spray function (fig. A)

For dry ironing, the spray button can be used

to spray water on the fabric.

Before you proceed, we would like you to

focus your attention on the following notes:

- Do not use the spray function for steam

EN Shortly press the spray button (5) for •

Keep the spray button (5) pressed for •

Note: For delicate fabrics, moisten the fabric

damp cloth between the soleplate and the

fabric. Do not use the spray function on silk or

synthetic fabrics in order to prevent staining.

Steam shot function (fig. A)

For steam ironing, the steam shot button can

be used to supply a shot of steam that can

penetrate the fabric and remove the most

Before you proceed, we would like you to

focus your attention on the following notes:

- Do not use the steam shot function for dry

Press the steam shot button (4) once to •

supply a shot of steam.

Press the steam shot button (4) at intervals to •

iron vertically (curtains, hung garments, etc.).

Note: The steam shot function can only be used

at high temperatures. Do not use the steam

shot function when the temperature indicator

comes on. Only use the steam shot function

again when the temperature indicator goes off.

Start ironing with a low temperature to •

reduce the ironing time and eliminate the

risk of scorching the fabric.

It is recommended to use low temperatures •

for fabrics that have unusual finishes

(sequins, embroidery, etc.).

If the fabric is mixed (e.g. 40% cotton, •

60% synthetic), choose the temperature for

the fabric requiring the lowest temperature.

If you do not know the composition of the •

fabric, determine the temperature by

testing on a hidden corner of the fabric.

Start ironing with a low temperature and

gradually increase the temperature.

If the fabric is not completely dry, the ironing •

process will become smoother. Always iron

silk fabrics when they are damp.

Do not iron areas with traces of perspiration •

or other marks in order to prevent staining.

It is recommended to iron silk, woolen or •

synthetic fabrics inside out.

It is recommended to iron velvet fabrics in •

the direction of the fibre without exerting

pressure on the appliance.

Cleaning and maintenance

Before you proceed, we need you to pay

attention to the following notes:

- Before cleaning or maintenance, always

switch off the appliance, remove the mains

plug from the wall socket and wait until

the appliance has cooled down.

- Do not immerse the appliance in water or

any other liquids for cleaning.

Before you proceed, we would like you to

focus your attention on the following notes:

- Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning

agents to clean the appliance.

- Do not use sharp objects to clean the

Regularly check the appliance for possible •

Regularly check the water reservoir for •

Clean the appliance after each use:•

- Empty the water reservoir.

- Remove limescale and other contaminants

from the soleplate with a damp cloth

and a non-abrasive cleaning agent.

- Clean the housing of the iron with

Descaling the appliance

The appliance must be descaled after every 25

uses. If the appliance must be descaled, use

a suitable descaling agent. Special descaling

agents are available from our service station.

Note: Princess will not be responsible for any

damage caused by descaling agents.

Damage caused by not regularly descaling the

appliance is not covered by the guarantee.12

EN Before you proceed, we need you to pay

attention to the following notes:

- Before descaling the appliance, always

switch off the appliance, remove the mains

plug from the wall socket and wait until

the appliance has cooled down.

- Do not immerse the appliance in water or

any other liquids for cleaning.

Before you proceed, we would like you to

focus your attention on the following notes:

- Be careful when descaling the appliance to

prevent damage to furniture or clothing.

- Do not use vinegar or vinegar concentrate

to descale the appliance.

- Do not use citric acid to descale the

Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.•

Fill the water reservoir with water.•

Keep the steam shot button pressed until •

no more water comes out of the holes in

Make sure that the water reservoir is empty.•

Make sure that the handgrip is in the •

Store the appliance in the upright position •

to prevent damage to the soleplate.

Store the appliance in the original packaging •

Store the appliance in a dry and frost-free •

place, out of the reach of children.

Read the manual carefully before use. •

Keep the manual for future reference.

Only use the appliance and the accessories •

for their intended purposes. Do not use the

appliance and the accessories for other

purposes than described in the manual.

Do not use the appliance if any part or any •

accessory is damaged or defective. If a part

or an accessory is damaged or defective,

it must be replaced by the manufacturer or

an authorised repair agent.

Do not use the appliance near bathtubs, •

showers, basins or other vessels containing

Do not immerse the appliance in water or •

other liquids. If the appliance is immersed

in water or other liquids, do not remove the

appliance with your hands. Immediately

remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

If the appliance is immersed in water or

other liquids, do not use the appliance again.

Before use, always check that the mains •

voltage is the same as the voltage on the

rating plate of the appliance.

The appliance is not intended to be •

operated by means of an external timer or

separate remote-control system.

Connect the appliance to an earthed wall •

socket. If necessary, use an earthed

extension cable of a suitable diameter

For additional protection, install a residual •

current device (RCD) with a rated residual

operating current that does not exceed

Make sure that water cannot enter the •

contact plugs of the mains cable and the

Always fully unwind the mains cable and •

the extension cable.

Make sure that the mains cable does not •

hang over the edge of a worktop and cannot

be caught accidentally or tripped over.

Keep the mains cable away from heat, oil •

Do not use the appliance if the mains cable •

or the mains plug is damaged or defective.

If the mains cable or the mains plug is

damaged or defective, it must be replaced

by the manufacturer or an authorised

Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect •

the mains plug from the mains.

Disconnect the mains plug from the mains •

when the appliance is not in use, before

assembly or disassembly and before cleaning

EN Safety instructions for travel steam

The iron is not to be used if it has been •

dropped, if there are visible signs of damage

or if it is leaking.

Always check clothing labels for ironing •

instructions. Always observe the ironing

Do not iron over zips, buttons, rivets in jeans, •

etc. to prevent damage to the soleplate.

Do not use the appliance outdoors.•

Always protect the appliance from water •

or excessive humidity.

Make sure that your hands are dry before •

touching the appliance.

The accessible surfaces of the appliance can •

become very hot during use. Do not touch

the accessible surfaces. Only touch the

handgrips when the accessible surfaces are

Beware of hot parts. Do not touch the •

soleplate and the iron holder. The soleplate

and the iron holder become very hot during

Be careful with hot steam to avoid burns. •

Do not point the soleplate at yourself or

other persons during use.

Do not leave the appliance unattended •

with the hot soleplate touching fabrics or

highly flammable surfaces.

Do not leave the appliance unattended when •

the mains plug is connected to the mains.

Make sure that the appliance cannot fall •

when the iron is placed on the support feet.

Store the appliance in a dry place when •

not in use. Make sure that children do not

have access to stored appliances.

U.K. Wiring instructions

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE GREEN/YELLOW EARTH As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of

this appliance may not correspond with the

colour markings identifying the terminals on

your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be

connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be

connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter L or coloured red.

The wire which is coloured GREEN/YELLOW

must be connected to the terminal which is

marked with the letter E or ( ) and is coloured

GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW.

If a 13Amp (BS1363) plug is used, a 13Amp

(BS1362) fuse must be fitted, or if any other

type of plug is used, a 13Amp fuse must be

fitted, either in the plug or adaptor, or on the

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

Subject to change; specifications can be

changed without further notice.14

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