BA 3253 - Iron SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BA 3253 SEVERIN

Instructions for use

Before using the appliance, please read the

following instructions carefully and keep

this instruction manual for future reference.

 e appliance must only be used by persons

familiar with these instructions.

Connection to the mains supply

 e appliance should only be connected to an

earthed socket installed in accordance with

the regulations. Make sure that the supply

voltage corresponds with the voltage marked

on the rating label.  is product complies

with all binding CE labelling directives.

6. Main indicator lamp

7. In nitely adjustable temperature

control knob / Temperature selection

9. Swivelling anti-kink covering with

14. Self-cleaning button

15. Water level indication

Important safety instructions

Remove the appliance completely from its z

packaging, and any stickers or protective

materials that may be found.

Before the appliance is used, the main z

body including the power cord as well as

any attachment  tted should be checked

thoroughly for any defects or leakage.

Should the appliance, for instance, have

been dropped onto a hard surface, it

must no longer be used: even invisible

damage may have adverse e ects on the

operational safety of the appliance.

Great care is necessary in using any z

appliance, especially near children. Do

not leave the steam iron unattended while

connected or on an ironing board. Always

remove the plug from the wall socket and

place the steam iron on its base stand.

 e iron must be used and stored on a z

stable and durable surface only.

With the iron placed on its rest, ensure z

that this too is on a stable and durable

 e appliance operates at very high z

temperatures. Do not touch any part of

the appliance except the handle. Burns

can occur from touching the hot parts of

the housing or the soleplate and from hot

water or steam. When operating the steam

iron, hold it only by the handle. Do not

allow steam to escape in the direction of

Do not attempt to iron or use the steam jet z

function to smooth out wrinkles or creases

from clothes while actually wearing them.

Do not allow the power cord to touch z

hot surfaces, and do not coil it round the

Do not position the appliance on or near z

hot surfaces or open  ames such as hot-

plates or gas rings.

Always remove the plug from the wall z

in case of any malfunction, -

before cleaning the appliance. -

When removing the plug from the wall z

socket, never pull on the power cord;

always grip the plug itself.

 is appliance is not intended for use z

by any person (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lacking experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning

the use of the appliance by a person

9responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure z

that they do not play with the appliance.

Caution: z Keep any packaging materials

well away from children, as they are a

potential source of danger, e.g. from

Do not operate the appliance if excessive z

force has been used to pull the power

cord. Damage cannot always be detected

from the outside; the entire unit should

therefore be checked by a quali ed

technician before it is used again.

Before re lling or emptying the water z

reservoir, remove the plug from the wall

Do not put any liquid other than water z

No responsibility is accepted if damage z

results from improper use, or if these

instructions are not complied with.

 is appliance is intended for domestic use z

only and not for commercial applications.

In order to comply with safety regulations z

and to avoid hazards, repairs of electrical

appliances must be carried out by quali ed

personnel, including the replacement

of the power cord. If repairs are needed,

please send the appliance to one of our

customer service departments.  e

addresses can be found in the appendix to

A special  lter in the reservoir so ens the

water and reduces the build-up of lime

deposits in the sole plate.

Fill the water reservoir before using the steam

function or the spray nozzle.

Remove the plug from the wall socket before

 lling the reservoir.

 is iron is to a large extent resistant to –

hard water (up to 15º dH). Although

normal tap water may be used, it is

better to use distilled, demineralised or

decalci ed water. Should you be unsure

about the hardness of the water in your

area, please enquire of the relevant local

authority department.

To prevent water from dripping from the z

sole plate, ensure that the steam control

button is closed. It should be opened

only once the temperature level required

for steam ironing [as indicated on the

temperature control knob] has been

Open the cover of the water  lling hole. –

Fill the water reservoir using the –

measuring cup provided to the indicated

Close the  lling hole, ensure that the cover –

is heard clicking into place.

If the temperature of the soleplate is not

su cient to produce steam, the water supply

is cut o automatically to prevent dripping.

General information about ironing

Always check  rst whether a label with

ironing instructions is attached to the article

 e meaning of the ironing symbols is as –

 ese markings can also be found on the –

temperature control knob of the iron in

form of dot symbols.

Laundry to be ironed should be z

sorted according to the fabric ironing

temperature. Follow the ironing symbols

and start with the lowest temperature.

When ironing highly sensitive fabrics, or z

if you are not sure about the fabrics, you

can carefully test-iron at a non-visible

point, e.g. the inside of a seam. Start with

the lowest temperature.

If the laundry has been being dried in a z

dryer before ironing, the temperature

10should be adjusted to ‘iron dry’. Very dry

fabrics are di cult to iron.

Clean the iron before using for the  rst

time, according to the instructions given in

the paragraph ‘General Care and Cleaning

- Self-cleaning system’.  is will result in

the removal of any dust particles from the

soleplate and subsequently lessen the smell

typically encountered when  rst switching

Please ensure su cient ventilation.

Always use the iron on a heat-resistant z

Steam ironing requires high temperatures. z

 e temperature level for steam ironing

is indicated on the temperature control

A er  lling the reservoir with water, place –

the steam iron upright on its base stand

and insert the plug into the wall socket.

Set the temperature control knob to the –

required ironing temperature as indicated

by the ironing symbols.

During the heating-up process, the –

indicator lamp on the temperature selector

will be on.  e lamp will go out once the

required temperature is reached.  e main

indicator lamp in the handle remains lit as

long as the appliance is connected to the

Before ironing any fabric, the soleplate z

should be cleaned by passing it over an

old, clean cotton cloth while using the

steam jet function; this helps to  ush out

any dirt residues or lint particles trapped

inside the openings in the soleplate.

 e steam output can be adjusted with z

the steam control button, or switched o

completely for dry ironing.

For dry ironing, the water reservoir may z

be le empty. But if there is any water le

in the reservoir, the steam jet function

may also be used when dry-ironing at

higher temperature settings.

Place the steam iron upright on its base z

stand a er use and remove the plug from

If the appliance is switched on but has not

been used for a certain period of time, it

will automatically switch o .  is automatic

switch-o is indicated by a beep signal; in

addition, the main indicator lamp in the

handle  ashes.  e automatic switch-o is

indicated by a beep signal; in addition, the

red indicator light  ashes. As soon as the iron

is moved, it will switch itself on again.

Horizontal position:

When resting on its sole plate, the iron

When standing upright on its base, it will

switch o a er approx. 10 minutes.

Steam jet from underside and tip of

When the steam jet button is depressed, an

additional hot steam jet is emitted from the

underside and the tip of the soleplate.  is

function can be very useful when the normal

amount of steam emitted is not su cient to

remove stubborn creases, or when ironing

di cult or thick fabrics.

 e steam jet button can also be used for

di cult or hard-to-reach areas such as collars,

cu s, pockets and around buttons.  e steam

jet emitted from the tip of the soleplate makes

ironing easier and faster.

For optimum steam output, wait about 4

seconds before using this function again.

 e steam jet function may also be used with

the iron held vertically, to remove creases or

wrinkles from fabrics.

For a more powerful steam jet, set the steam

control to ‘dry ironing’.

11Using the spray nozzle

 e laundry can be dampened by pressing

the spray button.  is will help to smooth

out di cult areas, and may be used at any

temperature during dry or steam ironing.

General care and cleaning

Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is z

disconnected from the power supply and

has cooled down completely.

To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not z

clean the appliance with water and do not

immerse it in water.

If necessary, the unit may be wiped with a –

dry lint-free cloth.

Starch, fat and other deposits on the –

soleplate may be removed with a woollen

cloth soaked in a vinegar/water solution.

Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning z

Do not put vinegar or other descalers into z

the water reservoir.

Self-cleaning system

 e self-cleaning system  ushes out loose

mineral deposits and keeps the appliance

free of lime and dust particles. Self-cleaning

should be carried out if the iron has not been

used for an extended period, or otherwise

every 10-15 days. Proceed as follows:

Slide the steam control to 'dry ironing'. –

Fill the water reservoir with water up to –

the maximum level mark.

Place the iron on its base stand and put the –

plug into the wall socket.

Set the temperature control to its –

Wait until the indicator light goes out. –

Remove the plug from the wall socket. –

Hold the iron horizontally over a sink. –

Press the – SELF CLEAN button and keep it

pressed, while swinging the iron lightly to

and fro until no more steam or hot water

Pour out any remaining water from the –

Allow the sole plate to cool down before –

cleaning it with a damp, lint-free cloth.

Turn o the iron, remove the plug from z

the wall socket and let the unit cool down

Pour any remaining water out of the –

reservoir through the water  lling hole.

To avoid damage to the soleplate, store z

the iron in an upright position on its base

Do not dispose of old or defective

appliances in domestic garbage;

this should only be done through

public collection points.

 is product is guaranteed against defects

in materials and workmanship for a period

of three years from the date of purchase.

Under this guarantee the manufacturer

undertakes to repair or replace any parts

found to be defective, providing the product

is returned to one of our authorised service

centres.  is guarantee is only valid if the

appliance has been used in accordance with

the instructions, and provided that it has not

been modi ed, repaired or interfered with

by any unauthorised person, or damaged

 is guarantee naturally does not cover wear

and tear, nor breakables such as glass and

ceramic items, bulbs etc.  is guarantee does

not a ect your statutory rights, nor any legal

rights you may have as a consumer under

applicable national legislation governing

the purchase of goods. If the product fails

to operate and needs to be returned, pack it

carefully, enclosing your name and address

and the reason for return. If within the

guarantee period, please also provide the

guarantee card and proof of purchase.

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