DBS 5558 - Iron AEG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DBS 5558 AEG

General Safety Instructions Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instruc- tions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not t for commercial use. Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.

• When cleaning or putting it away, switch o the ap- pliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.

• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device o. Remove the plug from the socket.

• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.

• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualied person and with a cable of the same type.

• Use only original spare parts.

• Pay careful attention to the following “Special Safety Instructions“. Children and Frail Individuals

• In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach. WARNING! Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suocation!

• This device is not intended to be used by individuals (including children) who have restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities and/or insucient knowl- edge and/or experience, unless they are supervised by an individual who is responsible for their safety or have received instructions on how to use the device.

• Children should be supervised at all times in order to ensure that they do not play with the device. Symbols in these Instructions for Use Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the machine:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks. CAUTION: This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects. NOTE: This highlights tips and information. Special Safety Instructions

WARNING: Danger of burns!

During operation the temperature of the exposed surface may be very hot.

• The soleplate of the iron quickly becomes hot and needs time to cool down. Please do not touch it!

• When not in use the iron should be stored in the storage space.

• Select a safe surface! The surface should be:

• Do not bend the connecting hose (4)!

• This device should only be used for ironing garments and textiles!

• The iron must not be left unsupervised while it is connected to the mains.

• Do not use the iron if it was dropped, has visible damages or leaks. Overview of the Components 1 „Temperature“ control lamp 2 Steam jet button 3 Temperature control 4 Connecting tube 5 Base 6 Iron rest 7 Releasing device for handle „UNLOCK“ 8 Water tank with lime lter 9 HandleEnglish

not shown RELEASE button below the water tank. Releasing device of the water tank Instructions Unpacking

• Remove any protective foils and stickers from the soleplate.

• Please unwind the lead completely. Electrical connection

• Make sure that the iron voltage (see name plate) and the line voltage match.

• The mains plug should only be inserted into a cor- rectly installed 230 V ~ 50 Hz socket with earthing contact. Connected Wattage The station has a total maximum wattage of 2200 W. With this connected load a separate supply line protect- ed by a 16 A household circuit breaker is recommended. CAUTION: OVERLOAD!

• If you use extension leads, these should have a cable cross-section of at least 1.5 mm

• Do not use any multiple sockets, as this device is too powerful. Temperature Control on the Iron (3) The symbols on the control correspond to the following settings:

• (Synthetics, silk) low temperature

• • (Wool ) medium temperature

• • • (Cotton, linen) highest temperature Water Tank (8)

• The water tank has a recessed grip on the bottom so that it can be removed.

• The lock of the water tank is also the lime lter cartridge. Take out the lime lter cartridge to ll with water.

• The tank volume is 1.7 litres. Water Use only tap water or distilled water. Do not ll battery water, water from the clothes dryer and water containing additives (such as starch, perfume, softener or other chemicals) into the water reservoir. This could damage the iron due to residues forming in the steam chamber. These residues may cause impuri- ties to the fabric when dropping out of the holes in the soleplate. Operation Before Initial Use

• Clean the ironing base with a slightly damp cloth.

• In order to remove all residues before initial use, please pass the iron a few times over an old clean cloth. Ironing without steam NOTE:

• Sort out the garments according to their ironing temperatures.

• Always set the temperature control to „MIN“ before connecting the appliance to a power point, or before disconnecting it.

• Place the iron on the rest (6).

• Only connect the machine to a properly installed safety socket, 230 V/50 Hz.

• Set the temperature on the temperature control (3). If you have sensitive items to iron, please begin with the lowest temperature. NOTE: The control lamp (1) on the iron shows that it is heating up. As soon as the control lamp goes o the operating temperature has been reached. Now you can start ironing.

• Always turn the temperature control to „MIN“ after use and remove the mains plug (the control lamp in the handle goes o). Steam Ironing

The iron expels a large quantity of hot steam. Danger of burns. CAUTION:

• When using the steam iron please ensure that the water tank is always lled to the required level.

• The lime lter cartridge always has to be positioned in the water tank, even if you use distilled water. CAUTION: INITIAL USE: Please proceed as follows:

• The tank should only be lled up to the maximum mark. Do not overll!

• Close the water tank and place it back in the base.

• Connect the base station to a 230 V / 50 Hz socket with earthing contact.

• Set the desired temperature within the range „• •“ to „• • •“. The control lamp on the iron lights up.

• Wait until the soleplate has heated up. Once the temperature has been reached the control lamp goes o.English

• Now press the steam jet button (2) for at least 1 minute or until steam comes out of the soleplate of the iron. This time is needed for the steam to reach the iron. NOTE ON STEAM IRONING: If the temperature control is set to less than „• •“, the production of steam is prevented. Vertical Steam This can be used to produce a jet of steam in a vertical direction.

Never point the steam jet at other people. Danger of burns. Hang your laundry on a clothes hanger and move the iron to approximately 2-3cm away. How can I replenish the water during operation? Rell with water before the tank is completely empty.

• Place the iron on the rest (6).

• Set the temperature control to „MIN“.

• Remove the mains plug from the socket.

• In order to remove the tank, press the RELEASE but- ton below the water tank.

• Remove the lime lter cartridge.

• Fill the tank up to the maximum mark. Do not over- ll!

• Reinsert the lime lter cartridge and push the tank back into the base.

• You can now continue ironing. When you have nished

• Now you can start ironing. Always turn the tempera- ture control to „MIN“ after use and remove the mains plug (the control lamp in the handle goes o).

• Remove the mains plug from the socket.

• Empty the water tank.

• Allow the device to cool down before you put it away. Cleaning

• Always remove the mains lead before cleaning!

• Wait until the machine has cooled down completely.

• Under no circumstances should you immerse the device in water for cleaning purposes. Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or re. CAUTION:

• Clean the casing with a slightly damp cloth.

• Clean the sole plate and the rest with a slightly damp cloth.

• Any residual water can remain in the water tank, but should be poured out if it has been in the tank for a prolonged period. Troubleshooting Fault Possible Cause Remedy Device does not work Faulty mains socket Try another socket Loud noises during steam operation The tank is empty Check the tank The device suddenly stops working during operation Is the electric cir- cuit overloaded? Check the house fuse Technical Data Model: .................................................................................DBS 5558 Power supply: ............................................................. 230 V, 50 Hz Power consumption:..........................................................2200 W Protection class: ................................................................................Ι Maximum lling quantity of the water tank: .........1.7 litres Net weight: .............................................................................. 3.6 kg This device has been tested according to all relevant cur- rent CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations. Subject to technical changes without prior notice! Meaning of the “Dustbin” Symbol Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste. Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal. This helps avoid the potential eects of incorrect dis- posal on the environment and human health. This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and electronic equipment. Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.