DBS 5565 - Iron AEG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DBS 5565 AEG

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not t for com- mercial 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 off the appliance 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 off. Remove the plug from the socket.

• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regu- larly 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. W arning! Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

• This device is not intended to be used by individuals (including children) who have restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities and/or insufcient knowledge and/or experi- ence, 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: W arning: This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates pos- sible 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. W arning: ► The soleplate of the iron quickly becomes hot and need 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 work surface for the base! The surface must be level and stable. ► Place and use the iron on a stable and heat-resistant surface. ► Before lling the water tank remove the mains lead.

• The tank should only be lled up to the maximum mark. Do not overll! Maximum water lling quantity: 1.0 litres.

• Do not bend the connecting hose (3)!

• This devise 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 Steam button 2 Temperature control 3 Connecting tube 4 Mains power cable 5 POWER switch with integrated status indicator “mains” 6 STEAM control 7 PUMP indicator 8 Base 9 Water tank with lime lter 10 Iron rest 11 “Temperature” control lamp 12 Steam jet button 13 Lock for permanent steam 14 Lime lter cartridge33 ENGLISH 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. Installation

• Select a safe work surface for the base! The surface must be level and stable.

• Place the iron properly on the iron rest (10), as shown in Fig. C.

• The soleplate must not come into contact with the back edge of the iron rest (10), otherwise the iron will not stand securely on it. (Fig. D) 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 correctly installed 230 V ~ 50 Hz socket with earthing contact. Connecte Wattage The station has a total maximum wattage of 2000-2200 W. With this connected load a separate supply line protected by a 16A household circuit breaker is recommended. Caution: Overload! ► If you use extension leads, these should have a cable cross-section of at least 1.5 mm². ► Do not use any multiple sockets, as this device is too powerful. Temperature Control on the Iron (2) The symbols on the control correspond to the following settings: ● (Synthetics) low temperature ● ● (Wool, silk) medium temperature ● ● ● (Cotton, linen) highest temperature Steam Control (6) Set the amount of steam with the steam control depending on the iron temperature: Fabric Synthetics, silk, nylon, acrylics, acetate Wool, silk polyester Cotton, linen Temperature setting

●●● to MAX Steam control setting MIN MIN MIN to Note: Do not use the steam function if the temperature control is set lower than “● ●”. Water may leak from the soleplate. Water tank (9)

• 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 1.0 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 impurities 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 tempera- tures. ► Always set the temperature control and the steam control to “MIN” before switching the device on.

• Place the iron on the rest (10).

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

• Press the POWER button (5) to switch the device on.

• Set the temperature on the temperature control (2). If you have sensitive items to iron, please begin with the lowest temperature. Note: The control lamp (11) on the iron shows that it is heating up. As soon as the control lamp goes off the operating tempera- ture has been reached. Now you can start ironing.

• After use, always set the temperature control to “MIN”.

• Press the POWER button to switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains.34 ENGLISH Steam Ironing W arning: 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. ► Press the POWER button (5) to switch the device on. ► Set the desired temperature in the range “● ●” to “● ● ●”. The indicator on the iron lights up. ► Turn the steam control (6) to the highest position. ► Press and hold the steam button (1) for at least 1 minute. Alternatively pull the steam lock (13) back to lock the steam jet button (12). This time is needed for the steam to reach the iron. ► Wait until the soleplate has heated up. Once the tempera- ture has been reached the control lamp goes off. Note On Steam Ironing: Do not use the steam function if the temperature control is set lower than “● ●”. Water may leak from the soleplate. Start ironing after starting up the appliance and lling the water tank.

• Wait for the iron to heat up.

• Steam jet: Press button (12) on the iron.

• Continuous steam: Slide the locking lever (13) to lock button (12) in place. Press and hold the steam button (1).

• Select amount of steam: Turn the steam control (6) to select the amount of steam. Follow the abovementioned settings. Vertical Steam This can be used to produce a jet of steam in a vertical direction. W arning: Never point the steam jet at other people. Danger of burns. Hang your laundry on a clothes hanger and move the iron to approximately 5 -10 cm away. How can I replenish the water during operation? Rell with water before the tank is completely empty. The water level is too low if the pump is noisy during operation.

• If you have been working with continuous steam, unlock the continuous steam lock (13).

• Place the iron on the rest (10).

• Set the temperature control to “MIN”.

• Press the POWER button to switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains.

• In order to remove the tank, press the RELEASE button below the water tank.

• Remove the lime lter cartridge.

• Fill the tank up to the maximum mark. Do not overll!

• Close the water tank.

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

• You can now continue ironing. When you have nished

• If you have been working with continuous steam, unlock the continuous steam lock (13).

• Place the iron on the rest (10).

• Set the temperature control to “MIN”.

• Press the POWER button to switch the device off and disconnect from mains power supply.

• Empty the water tank if the ironing station is not in use for a longer period of time.

• Allow the device to cool down before you put it away. Anti-scale lter Your steam iron station is tted with an anti-scale lter. The anti- scale lter cartridge becomes spent after ltering approximately 18 litres of water, depending on the hardness of your water. It then loses its effectiveness and must be replaced.

• Switch the device off as described under “When you have nished”.

• Remove the water tank.

• Remove the lime lter cartridge.

• Fill the tank up to the maximum mark. Do not overll!

• Replace the lime lter cartridge.

• Wait a few minutes before switching the device on again for the lime lter cartridge to absorb water. Note: Continue ironing with distilled water if you have no lime lter cartridge at hand. Caution: Leave the lime lter cartridge always attached!35 ENGLISH Cleaning W arning: ► 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: ► Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive items. ► Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.

• 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 Fault mains socket Try another socket. The device is not switched on. Press the POWER button to switch the device on. The electronic temperature setting is in position MIN. Select the desired ironing tempera- ture. The device suddenly stops working during operation. Is the electric circuit overloaded? Check the house fuse. During steam iron- ing, water leaks from the soleplate. The temperature control on the iron is set too low. Select a higher temperature. Loud noises during steam operation The tank is empty. Check the tank. Rell water. Technical Data Model: ...........................................................................DBS 5565 Power supply: .............................................. 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: ................................................2000-2200 W Protection class: ........................................................................... I Maximum lling quantity of the water tank: ...................... 1.0 litre Net weight: .........................................................................2.85 kg This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations. 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 effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health. This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisa- tion of electrical and electronic equipment. Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.36