SDBK 2400 C2 - Iron SILVERCREST - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SDBK 2400 C2 SILVERCREST

Operating instructions

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DAMPSTRYGEJERN

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Contents

1. Overview 3
2. Intended purpose 4
3. Safety information .... 4
4. Items supplied 7
5. Normal or cable-free ironing 7
6. Before using for the first time 7
7. Operation 8

7.1 Filling the water tank 8
7.2 Set iron temperature.... 8
7.3 Spray function 9
7.4 Ironing without steam 9
7.5 Ironing with steam....9
7.6 Steam burst function 9

1. Cleaning 10

2. Storage 11

3. Disposal 11
4. Trouble-shooting 11
5. Technical specifications .... 12
6. Warranty of the HOYER Handel GmbH 12

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1. Overview

1 Spray nozzle
2 Lid (of the water tank)
3 Steam flow rate controller: from no steam to a lot of steam
4 Spray button
5 Steam burst button
6 Non-slip rubber grip
7 Handle
8 Electrical contacts
9 Moving protective sleeve for power cable
10 Power cable with mains plug
11 Cable base
12 Switch on stand
13 Stand
14 Cable spool in base of stand
15 Temperature control lamp
16 Position mark for setting the temperature controller
17 Water tank
18 Rest for sole plate, heat-resistant
19 Sole plate with holes for steam jet
20 Temperature controller
21 SELF-CLEAN Self-cleaning button
22 max Marking of the maximum filling level of the water tank
23 Measuring beaker

Thank you for your trust!

Congratulations on your new cable-free steam iron.

For a safe handling of the product and in order to get to know the entire scope of features:

• Thoroughly read these operating instructions prior to initial commissioning.
- Above all, observe the safety instructions!
• The device should only be used as described in these operating instructions.
- Keep these operating instructions for reference.
- If you pass the device on to someone else, please include these operating instructions.

We hope you enjoy your new cable-free steam iron!

2. Intended purpose

The steam iron is suitable for ironing items of laundry.

The device is designed for private home use and must not be used for commercial purposes.

The device must only be used indoors.

Foreseeable misuse

DANGER - Risk of fire!

Even during short interruptions, always place the steam iron in the stand 13 and never on its sole plate 19.

3. Safety information

Warnings

If necessary, the following warnings will be used in these operating instructions:

DANGER! High risk: failure to observe this warning may result in injury to life and limb.

WARNING! Moderate risk: failure to observe this warning may result in injury or serious material damage.

CAUTION: Low risk: failure to observe this warning may result in minor injury or material damage.

NOTE: Circumstances and specifics that must be observed when handling the device.

Instructions for safe operation

- This device can be used by children from the age of 8 and people with restricted physical, sensory or intellectual abilities or people without adequate experience and/or understanding, if they are supervised or instructed on how to use this device

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safely and if they are aware of the resulting risks. Children must not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

• While switched on or cooling down, the iron and its power cable must be kept out of the reach of children younger than 8 years.
• The iron must not be left unattended when it is connected to the power mains.
• The plug must be pulled out of the socket before the water container is filled with water.
• The filling opening must not be opened during operation.
• The iron must be used on a flat surface.
• The iron must only be used together with the corresponding stand.
• Ensure that the stand is always placed on a level, stable surface.
• The iron must not be used if it has been dropped, if visible damage can be seen, or if it leaks.

DANGER for children

- Packing materials are not children's toys. Children should not be allowed to play with the plastic bags: there is a risk of suffocation.

DANGER! Risk of electric shock due to moisture

• Never place the device anywhere that it could fall into water while plugged in.
• Protect the device from moisture, water drops and water spray.
• The device, the cable and the mains plug must not be immersed in water or any other liquids.

• If liquid gets into the device (except in the water tank), pull out the mains plug immediately. Have the device checked before reusing.
• If the device (steam iron or stand) nevertheless falls into water, pull out the power plug immediately and only then remove the device from the water. Do not use the device again, and have it checked by a specialist.
• The water tank must not be filled with water above the max marking, otherwise it may overflow.
• Never touch the device with wet hands.

DANGER! Risk of electric shock

• Lay the power cable such that no one can step on it, get caught on it, or trip over it.
• Only connect the mains plug to a properly installed and easily accessible wall socket whose voltage corresponds to the specifications on the rating plate. The wall socket must continue to be easily accessible after the device is plugged in.
• Ensure that the power cable cannot be damaged by sharp edges or hot points. Do not wrap the power cable around the device (risk of cable damage!).
• Ensure that the power cable cannot be trapped or crushed.
  • To pull the mains plug out of the wall socket, always pull on the mains plug, and never on the power cable.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket...

... after every use

... if there is a fault,

... when you are not using the device,

... before you clean the device, and

... during thunderstorms.

• To avoid any risk, do not make modifications to the product. You also must not replace the power cable yourself.

Repairs must be carried out by a specialist workshop or the Service Centre.

- If the power cable or the device is damaged, immediately pull the mains plug out of the wall socket.

DANGER! Fire hazard!

• Use the device on a stable, level and heat-resistant surface.
• Even during short interruptions, always place the steam iron in the stand and never on its sole plate. It must be placed on a stable and heat-resistant surface. Pull out the mains plug during longer interruptions or if you leave the room.

DANGER! Risk of injury through burning!

• Do not touch the hot surfaces of the device.
• Allow the device to cool down completely before you clean it or put it away.
• Danger due to sudden evaporation. Allow the device to cool down completely before you refill it with fresh water.
• Warning: risk of burns from steam and sprayed hot water when using the steam burst button. When using the steam burst, always point the sole plate towards the item of laundry or ironing board.
• The sole plate becomes very hot during operation. Only touch the handle and control elements of the steam iron during operation.

Never iron items of clothing on a person's body.

WARNING! Risk of material damage

• Only use the original accessories.
• Do not use any astringent or abrasive cleaning agents.
• Do not iron over e.g. zippers, metal buttons or applications that could damage the sole plate.

- Do not put vinegar, limescale remover or any other additives into the water tank. Additives can damage the device.

better because the sole plate 19 may fall below the set temperature faster than normal as a result of the many steam bursts.

4. Items supplied

1 steam iron

1 stand 13

1 measuring beaker 23

1 set of operating instructions

5. Normal or cable-free ironing

The steam iron can be operated cable-free. This makes the steam iron a little lighter, and the cable is no longer in the way during ironing.

As soon as the steam iron is replaced on the stand 13, the sole plate is heated up again. The temperature control lamp 15 lights up until the set temperature is reached.

Settings on the stand

The slide switch 12 on the stand 13 allows you to choose between 3 options:

= cable-free ironing

= ironing with cable

= storage

Cable-free ironing

Figure A: lift the steam iron out forwards and upwards. The cable base 11 remains in the stand 13.

Ironing with cable

Figure B: lift the steam iron out forwards and upwards. The cable base 11 remains on the steam iron.

NOTE: If you want to work with a great many bursts of steam in quick succession, ironing with cable is more suitable. This is

Storage

Figure C: the steam iron is locked in place on the stand 13.

6. Before using for the first time

1. Ensure that you have pulled out the mains plug.
2. The switch 12 is in the top position ☐. Remove the steam iron from the stand 13. The cable base 11 remains in the stand.

3. Peel the protective foil off the sole plate 19.

1. Open the lid 2 (of the water tank).

2. Half-fill the water tank 17.

3. Place the steam iron in the stand 13.

4. Insert the mains plug into a wall socket corresponding to the technical data.

5. Set the temperature controller 20 to MAX.

The temperature control lamp 15 lights up.

1. When the device has reached the desired temperature (temperature control lamp 15 goes out), iron an old cotton towel in steam mode until the water tank 17 is empty.

7. Operation

DANGER! The sole plate 19 becomes very hot during operation. Only touch the handle 7 and control elements of the steam iron during operation.

• Even during short interruptions, always place the steam iron in the stand 13 and never on its sole plate 19. There is a fire hazard!
- NOTE: You may notice an odour when using for the first time. This is a result of the manufacturing process and is not a defect with the device. Ensure adequate ventilation.

The sole plate cools down slightly during ironing. In order to reach the set temperature again, the device heats the sole plate up again, during which the temperature control lamp 15 lights up. The temperature control lamp 15 goes out again when the set temperature is reached. This process repeats itself during ironing.

Ironing with cable: simply continue ironing during the heating phase.

Cable-free ironing: the steam iron stands on the stand 13.

Wait until the temperature control lamp 15 goes out.

7.1 Filling the water tank

DANGER! Pull the mains plug out of the socket before you fill up the water tank 17.

• Use clean tap water without any additives (e.g. vinegar, limescale remover, starch, perfume, softener).
• The integrated anti-limescale protection reduces limescale deposits for average water hardness, and thus extends the

service life of the device. If your tap water is hard, use distilled water. Where the water is moderately hard, mix distilled water and tap water at a ratio of 1:1.

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket.
2. Turn the steam flow rate controller 3 left to 📄.
3. The switch 12 is in the top position ☐. Remove the steam iron from the stand 13. The cable base 11 remains in the stand.
4. Open the lid 2 (of the water tank) and hold the device at an angle to fill it.
5. Use the measuring beaker 23 to pour in water up to the mark 22 max, but at least up to one quarter. Hold the steam iron upright to check.
6. Close the lid 2 (of the water tank).
7. Place the steam iron on the stand 13 and set the steam flow rate controller 3 to the desired position.

7.2 Set iron temperature

NOTE: The steam iron must be connected to the cable base in order to heat up.

1. Set the desired temperature using the temperature controller 20:
2. MIN the device is not getting hot
3. ●Temperature: up to approx. 110 °C
4. ●●Temperature: up to approx. 150 °C
5. ●●●Temperature: up to approx. 210 °C

6. MAX maximum temperature:

7. The temperature control lamp 15 is lit for as long as the steam iron is heating. It goes out when the set temperature has been reached. You can then begin ironing.

7.3 Spray function

Use the spray function in order to dampen dry items of laundry. This option is available irrespective of the set temperature. For this purpose, the water tank 17 must be at least one quarter full.

- Press the spray button 4 repeatedly. While doing so, hold the steam iron over the item of laundry. Ensure that no water sprays onto the ground.

7.4 Ironing without steam

Sensitive fabrics are ironed at lower temperatures and without steam. In order to dampen them, the spray function is available.

1. Set the steam flow rate control 3 to and set the temperature controller 20 to MIN.
2. Fill the water tank 17 if you wish to use the spray function.
3. Place the steam iron in the stand 13.
4. Connect the mains plug with the wall socket.
5. Set the desired temperature using the temperature controller 20. The temperature control lamp 15 lights up.
6. Start ironing as soon as the ironing temperature has been reached 15 and the temperature control lamp goes out.
7. Finish ironing, set the temperature controller 20 to MIN and pull out the mains plug.
8. Allow the steam iron to cool down, and pour off any remaining water from the water tank 17 through the filling opening in the water tank (under the lid 2).

7.5 Ironing with steam

Steam ironing requires a high temperature, at least the temperature setting for order to additionally dampen items of clothing, the spray function is also available.

1. Set the steam flow rate control 3 to and set the temperature controller 20 to MIN.
2. Fill the water tank 17.
3. Place the steam iron in the stand 13.
4. Connect the mains plug with the wall socket
5. Set the temperature controller 20 to the desired temperature (at least 1). The temperature control lamp 15 lights up.
6. As soon as the ironing temperature has been reached and the temperature control lamp 15 goes out, adjust the steam flow rate controller 3 to the desired steam flow rate and stop ironing.

The steam will...

... start to come out as soon as you hold the steam iron horizontal, and
... stop as soon as:
- you hold the steam iron vertical,
- you place the steam iron in the stand 13,
- the temperature falls too low,
- the water tank is empty, or
- you set the steam flow rate controller 3 to

1. Finish ironing, set the temperature controller 20 to MIN, set the steam flow rate controller 3 to 📋 and pull out the mains plug.

2. Allow the steam iron to cool down, and pour off any remaining water from the water tank 17 through the filling opening in the water tank (under the lid 2).

7.6 Steam burst function

The steam burst function requires a high temperature. Select a temperature setting between 📋 and MAX. For this purpose, the water tank 17 must be at least one quarter full.

• Press the steam burst button 5 while the steam iron glides over the item of laundry.
• Wait a few seconds before you press the steam burst button 5 again.

NOTE: For smoothing items of clothing that are hanging up, you can use the steam burst in a vertical position.

8. Cleaning

DANGER! Pull the mains plug out of the wall socket before you clean the steam iron.

- Allow the device to cool down before cleaning.

CAUTION: Do not use any astringent or abrasive cleaning agents.

Cleaning the device

• For cleaning the device, use a soft, moistened cloth.
• Dirt can be removed from the sole plate 19 using commercially available cleaning agents for chrome, silver or stainless steel.
• Residues that have melted on can be removed by heating the steam iron up to the MAX setting and then ironing an old cotton cloth.

Self-cleaning

CAUTION: Do not put vinegar, limescale remover or any other additives into the water tank 17. Additives can damage the device.

If you use tap water, you should run the self-cleaning cycle after every use. Otherwise use

the self-cleaning cycle at least twice per month.

1. Fill the water tank 17.
2. Place the steam iron in the stand 13.
3. Connect the mains plug with the wall socket.
4. Set the steam flow rate control 3 to and set the temperature controller 20 to MAX.
5. Wait until the temperature control lamp 15 goes out.
6. The switch 12 is in the bottom position. Remove the steam iron from the stand 13. The cable base 11 remains on the steam iron.
7. While doing so, hold the device horizontally over a heat-resistant household dish.
8. Press the 21 SELF-CLEAN button and hold it down. Limescale residues will then be ejected with steam and hot water from the steam holes in the sole plate 19. Hold the button down until no more steam or water emerges.
9. Repeat steps 1 to 8 until no more residues are coming out.
10. Pull out the mains plug, allow the device to cool down, and pour off any remaining water.

9. Storage

DANGER!

Store the steam iron out of the reach of children.

1. Set the temperature controller 20 to MIN.
2. Place the iron on the stand 13 and set the switch 12 to the middle position
3. Allow the device to cool down.
4. Set the steam flow rate controller 3 to ☒.
5. Set the switch 12 to the upper position
6. Remove the iron from the stand 13 and pour off any remaining water through the filling opening of the water tank (under the lid 2).
7. Place the iron on the stand 13 and set the switch 12 to the middle position
8. Figure E: coil up the power cable in the base of the stand.
9. Store the iron and the stand 13 in an upright position.

10. Disposal

The symbol showing a wheelie bin crossed through indicates that the product requires separate refuse collection in the European Union. This applies to the product and all accessories marked with this symbol. Products identified with this symbol may not be discarded with normal household waste, but must be taken to a collection point for recycling electric and electronic appliances. Recycling helps to reduce the consumption of raw materials and protect the environment.

Packaging

When disposing of the packaging, make sure you comply with the environmental regulations applicable in your country.

11. Trouble-shooting

If your device fails to function as required, please try this checklist first. Perhaps there is only a minor problem, and you can solve it yourself.

DANGER! Risk of electric shock! Do not attempt to repair the device yourself under any circumstances.

Fault Possible causes/Action
No function	Connect the device to the mains power supply.Use the temperature controller 20 to turn up the temperature.
Little or no steam	Fill the water tank 17 to at least one quarter full.Switch on the steam flow rate controller 3( [IMAGE]).Run the self-cleaning cycle.
Steam burst is not working.	Fill the water tank 17 to at least one quarter full.Set the right temperature.Leave a pause of a few seconds between steam bursts.
Spray burst is not working.	Fill the water tank 17 to at least one quarter full.For the first spray burst, you need to pump several times.

12. Technical specifications

Model: SDBK 2400 C2
Mains voltage: 220-240 V ~50/60 Hz
Protection class: I
Power rating: 2,000 - 2,400 W

Subject to technical modification

13. Warranty of the HOYER Handel GmbH

Dear Customer,

your device is provided with a 3 year warranty starting with the purchase date. In the event of product defects, you are entitled to statutory rights against the vendor. These statutory rights are not restricted by our warranty presented in the following.

Warranty conditions

The warranty period starts with the purchase date. Please keep the original purchase receipt in a safe place. This document is required to verify the purchase.

If within three years from the purchase date of this product a material or factory defect occurs, the product will be repaired or replaced by us – at our discretion – free of charge to you. This warranty implies that within the period of three years the defective device and the purchase receipt are presented, including a brief written description of the defect and the time it occurred.

If the defect is covered by our warranty, the repaired or a new product will be returned to you. No new warranty period starts with a repair or replacement of the product.

Warranty period and statutory claims for defects

The warranty period is not extended when the warranty has been claimed. This also applies to replaced and repaired parts. Any damages and defects already existing at the time of purchase must be reported immediately upon unpacking. Repairs arising after the expiration of the warranty period are subject to a charge.

Warranty coverage

The device was produced carefully according to strict quality guidelines and tested diligently prior to delivery.

The warranty applies to material or factory defects. This warranty does not include product parts that are subject to standard wear and therefore can be considered wear parts; the same applies to damages at fragile parts, e.g. switches, rechargeable batteries or parts made of glass.

This warranty expires if the product is damaged, not used as intended or not serviced. For the proper operation of the product, all instructions listed in the operating instructions must be observed carefully. Any form of use and handling that is advised against in the operating instructions or warned against must always be avoided.

The product is only intended for private and not for commercial use. In the case of incorrect and improper treatment, use of force and interventions not performed by our authorised Service Centre, the warranty shall cease.

Handling in case of a warranty claim

In order to ensure prompt processing of your matter, please observe the following notes:

- Please keep the article number

IAN: 37102 and the purchase receipt as a purchase verification for all inquiries.

• If faulty operation or other defects occur, first contact the Service Centre listed in the following by telephone or email.
• Then, you are able to send a product reported as defective free of charge to the service address specified to you, including the purchase receipt and the information on the defect and when it occurred.

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Service Centre

GB Service Great Britain Tel.: [phone] (£ 0.10/Min.) E-Mail: [e-mail]

IE Service Ireland Tel.: [phone] (0,08 EUR/Min., (peak)) (0,06 EUR/Min., (off peak)) E-Mail: [e-mail]

IAN: 37102

Supplier

Please note that the following address is no service address. First contact the aforementioned Service Centre.

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