BA 3245 - Iron SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BA 3245 SEVERIN

Instructions for use

Before using the appliance, the user must

read the following instructions carefully.

Connection to the mains supply

The 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. This product

complies with all binding CE labelling

6. Water reservoir release button

8. Swivelling anti-kink covering with

12. Self-cleaning button

13. Water level indication

Important safety instructions

● Before the appliance is used, the main

body including the power cord as well as

any attachment fitted 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 effects on the

operational safety of the appliance.

● Great care is necessary in using any

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

● The appliance operates at very high

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 only by the handle. Do

not allow steam to escape in the direction

● Do not allow the power cord to touch

hot surfaces. Do not coil the power cord

round the appliance.

● Always place the appliance on a flat,

level and heat-resistant surface during

operation. Do not position the appliance

on or near hot surfaces or open flames

such as hot-plates or gas flames.

● Always remove the plug from the wall

- in case of any malfunction,

- before cleaning the appliance.

● When removing the plug from the wall

socket, never pull on the power cord;

always grip the plug itself.

● This appliance is not intended for use 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

responsible for their safety.

● Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

● Caution: 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

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 qualified

technician before it is used again.

reservoir, remove the plug from the wall

● No responsibility is accepted if damage

results from improper use, or if these

instructions are not complied with.

● This appliance is intended for domestic

use only and not for commercial

● In order to comply with safety

regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs

of electrical appliances must be carried

out by qualified personnel, including the

replacement of the power cord. If repairs

are needed, please send the appliance to

one of our customer service departments.

The addresses can be found in the

appendix to this manual.

A special filter in the generator reservoir

softens 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 filling the reservoir.

This steam iron is to a large extent

resistant to hard water (up to 15º dH).

Although normal tap water may be used,

it is advisable to use distilled,

demineralised or decalcified water.

Should you be unsure about the hardness

of the water in your area, please enquire

of the relevant local authority

● To prevent water from dripping from the

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

Push the water reservoir release button

and remove the reservoir by pulling it out

Open the cover of the water fill hole.

Fill the empty water reservoir using the

measuring cup provided. Fill the

reservoir to the indicated “Max” level

Fit the water reservoir to the iron from

the front and make sure that it locks

properly into place.

General information about ironing

Always check first whether a label with

ironing instructions is attached to the article

The meaning of the ironing symbols is as

These markings can also be found on the

temperature control knob of the steam

iron in form of dot symbols.

● Laundry to be ironed should be sorted

according to the fabric ironing

temperature. Follow the ironing symbols

and start with the lowest temperature.

● When ironing highly sensitive fabrics, or

if you are not sure about the fabrics, you

may carefully test-iron at a non-visible

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

● If the laundry is being dried in a dryer

before ironing, the temperature should

be adjusted to “iron dry”. Very dry

fabrics are difficult to iron.

Clean the steam iron before using for the

first time, according to the instructions given

in the paragraph “General Care and

Cleaning - Self-cleaning system”. This will

result in the removal of possible dust

particles from the soleplate and

subsequently lessen the smell typically

encountered when first switching on.

9Please ensure sufficient ventilation.

● Steam ironing requires high

temperatures. The temperature level for

steam ironing is indicated on the

temperature control knob.

After filling the reservoir with water,

place the steam iron upright on its base

stand and insert the plug into the wall

Set the temperature control knob to the

required ironing temperature as

indicated by the ironing symbols.

During the heating-up process the

indicator lamp will be on. The lamp will

go out once the required ironing

temperature is reached.

● Before ironing any fabrics, the soleplate

should be cleaned by passing it over an

old, clean cotton cloth, while using the

steam jet function; this helps to flush out

any dirt residues or lint particles trapped

inside the openings in the soleplate.

● The steam output can be adjusted with

the steam control button or completely

switched off for dry ironing.

● For dry ironing, the water reservoir may

be empty. Should there be water left 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

stand after use and remove the plug from

When the steam jet button is depressed, an

additional hot steam jet is emitted from the

soleplate. This function can be very useful

when the regular amount of steam emitted is

not sufficient to remove stubborn creases or

when ironing difficult or thick fabrics. The

steam jet function may also be used with the

iron held vertically, to remove creases or

wrinkles from fabrics.

Using the Spray Nozzle

The laundry can be dampened by pressing

the spray button. This will help to smooth

out difficult areas. The spray nozzle may be

used at any temperature level during dry or

General Care and Cleaning

● Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is

disconnected from the power supply and

has cooled down completely.

● To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not

clean the appliance with water and do

not immerse it in water.

If necessary, the unit may be wiped with

a dry fuzz-free cloth.

Starch, fat and other deposits on the

soleplate may be removed with a woollen

cloth soaked in a vinegar-water solution.

In order to protect the clean soleplate,

you may occasionally apply a small

amount of paraffin to the warm plate,

wiping it off with a woollen cloth.

● Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning

● Do not put vinegar or other descalers

into the water reservoir.

Self-cleaning system

The self-cleaning system flushes out loose

mineral deposits and keeps the appliance

free of lime and dust particles. Self-cleaning

should be performed if the iron has not been

used for an extended period of time, or

otherwise every 10-15 days. Proceed as

Fill the water reservoir up to the

maximum level mark with water.

Place the iron on its base stand and insert

the plug into the wall socket.

Set the temperature control to its

Wait until the red indicator light goes

Remove the plug from the wall socket.

Hold the iron horizontally over a sink.

With the self-cleaning button depressed,

swing the iron lightly to and fro until no

10more steam or hot water is emitted.

Pour out any remaining water from the

Allow the sole plate to cool down before

cleaning it with a damp, lint-free cloth.

● Turn off the steam iron, remove the plug

from the wall socket and let the unit cool

Pour any remaining water out of the

reservoir through the water fill hole.

● To avoid damage to the soleplate, store

the steam iron in upright position on its

Do not dispose of old or defective

appliances in domestic garbage;

this should only be done through

public collection points.

This product is guaranteed against defects in

materials and workmanship for a period of

two 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. This

guarantee is only valid if the appliance has

been used in accordance with the

instructions, and provided that it has not

been modified, repaired or interfered with

by any unauthorised person, or damaged

This guarantee naturally does not cover

wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass

and ceramic items, bulbs etc. This guarantee

does not affect 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

Service Post of Thermi

7th Floor, Cité Dora 3 Building,

Serbia and Montenegro