DBS 767 R CB - Iron BOMANN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DBS 767 R CB BOMANN

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 instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fi t for commercial use. Do not use it outdoors (except if it is designed to be used 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 on the plug, not the cable) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.

• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you should leave the workplace, always switch the machine off or remove the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead).

• Check the appliance and the cable for damage on a regular basis. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged.

• 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 qualifi ed person and with a cable of the same type.

• Use only original spare parts.

• Pay careful attention to the following “Special Safety Instruc- tions“. 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. Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

• In order to protect children or frail individuals from the ha- zards of electrical equipment, please ensure that this device is only used under supervision. This device is not a toy. Do not allow small children to play with it. 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

• The soleplate and heel rest become hot very quickly and require some time to cool down. Please do not touch!

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

• Do not bend the connecting hose! Overview of the Components 1 Iron 2 Iron well 3 Steam quantity control 4 „Mains“ control lamp 5 Water tank with lime fi lter 6 Base 7 „Temperature“ control lamp 8 Lock 9 Steam jet button 10 Temperature control Instructions Unpacking Remove any protective fi lms and adhesive labels from the stainless steel soleplate before using the appliance. Completely unwind the line cord. 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. Connected Wattage The station has a total maximum wattage of 2600 W. With this connected load a separate supply line protected 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 1.5mm

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

• (Synthetics, silk) low temperature

• • (Wool) medium temperature

Steam Quantity Control high steam volume small steam volume With the steam quantity control you can set the desired steam quantity. Water Tank The water tank has a recessed grip on the bottom so that it can be removed. This makes it easier to fi ll up. The volume of the water tank is 900 ml. Water Only tap water should be used. Do not use any decalcifi ers! These will destroy the device! The following is also unsuitable: Do not fi 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. Lock/Lime Filter The lock of the water tank is also the lime fi lter cartridge. Take out the lime fi lter cartridge to fi ll with water. Lime Filter Regeneration Depending on how often you use the station, lime has to be removed from the fi lter medium every one to two weeks (regeneration).

• The bags (b) with the fi lter medium are located in the lime fi lter cartridge.

• Prepare a salt solution of 500 ml of water and 50 g of special salt for dishwashers.

• Immerse the bags with the fi lter medium in the solution for 2 hours.

• Reassemble the parts and your station is ready for operation again. Before Initial Use Clean the ironing base with a slightly damp cloth. CAUTION: INITIAL USE: Before initial use the station has to be operated for 1 minute with water. Please proceed as follows:

• Remove the water tank and the lime fi lter cartridge.

• Fill in fresh tap water up to the maximum mark. Do not overfi ll!

• 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.

• Turn the temperature control to MAX. The control lamp on the iron lights up.

• Wait until the soleplate has heated up. Once the temperatu- re has been reached the control lamp goes off.

• Please wait until the control lamp on the iron has switched itself off three times again.

• Now press the steam jet button for at least 1 minute or use the lock to fi x the steam jet button in place. NOTE: This time is needed to transport the water from the tank to the iron.

• When the fi rst steam is expelled by the iron you can stop the procedure. Then press the steam jet button another 2-3 times without touching the clothes that are to be ironed.

• After you have ironed an old but clean cloth a few times, your station is ready for use. Operation Ironing without steam NOTE:

• Sort out the garments according to their ironing temperatu- res.

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

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

• Start with the lower temperatures. It is set with the thermos- tat (

• Place the iron on its stand.

• The control lamp on the iron shows that it is heating up. As soon as this goes off, the operating temperature has been reached. As soon as the control lamp goes off the operating temperature has been reached. Now you can start ironing. Always turn the temperature control to „0“ after use and remove the mains plug (the control lamp in the handle goes off). 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 fi lled to the required level. Operation without water will damage the pump. 05-DBS 767 R C 32 14.08.2007, 10:44:40 Uhr 1 0ENGLISH ENGLISH

Fill the water tank.

• Wait until the iron has heated up.

• Steam jet: Press the button (9) on the iron.

• Permanent steam: The button (9) can be fi xed in place with the lock (8).

• Controlling the steam quantity: Set the desired steam quantity with the control (3). How can I replenish the water during operation? Refi ll with water before the tank is completely empty.

• Switch off the steam with the button (9).

• Place the iron on the heel rest.

• You can remove the tank and fi ll it up from a tap.

• Replace the tank on the base. You can now continue operation. Vertical Steam This can be used to produce a jet of steam in a vertical direction. Hang your laundry on a clothes hanger and move the iron to approximately 2-3cm away. Cleaning

• Always remove the mains lead before cleaning!

• Wait until the machine has cooled down completely.

• Clean the casing with a slightly damp cloth.

• Clean the sole plate and the rest with a slightly damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents!

• 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.

• The device must never be immersed in water! Troubleshooting Fault Possible Cause Remedy Device does not work Faulty mains socket Try another socket Loud noises during steam operation

• The tank or the lime fi lter cartridge is not correctly inserted. Check the tank Too little steam • The steam con- trol is incorrectly adjusted

• The lime fi lter needs regenera- ting

• Descale the fi lter The device suddenly stops working during operation Is the electric circuit overloaded? Check the house fuse Technical Data Model:.................................................................... DBS 767 R CB Power supply:............................................................230 V, 50 Hz Power consumption:..........................................................2600 W Protection class:........................................................................... Ι Maximum fi lling quantity of the water tank:......................0,9 litres Net weight: ...........................................................................2,6 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. Subject to technical changes without prior notice! Guarantee The device supplied by our Company is covered by a 24 month guarantee starting on the date of purchase (receipt). During the life of the guarantee any fault of the device or its accessories ascribable to material or manufacturing defects will be eliminated free of charge by repairing or, at our discretion, by replacing it. The guarantee services do not entail an extension of the life of the guarantee nor do they give rise to any right to a new guarantee! Proof of the guarantee is provided by the proof of purchase. Without proof of purchase no free replacement or repair will be carried out. If you wish to make a claim under the guarantee please return the entire machine in the original packaging to your dealer together with the receipt. Defects to consumables or parts subject to wearing as well as cleaning, maintenance or the replacement of said parts are not covered by the guarantee and hence are to be paid! The guarantee lapses in case of unauthorized tampering. After the expiry of the guarantee After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent dealer or repair service against the payment of the ensuing costs. 05-DBS 767 R C 33 14.08.2007, 10:44:42 Uhr Noise development The workplace-related emission value is less than 70 dB(A).ENGLISH ENGLISH

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 reutilisati- on of electrical and electronic equipment. Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority. 05-DBS 767 R C 34 14.08.2007, 10:44:44 Uhr35