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USER MANUAL Fullsize 14978 HAMILTON BEACH

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

1. Only use an iron for its intended use.
2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
3. Always turn the iron to OFF before plugging or unplugging the iron from the electrical outlet. Never pull on the cord to disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull on the plug to disconnect the iron.
4. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool completely before putting the iron away. Coil the cord loosely around the iron for storing.
5. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet before filling the iron with water, emptying the water from the iron, and when the iron is not in use.

6. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or in the event the iron has been dropped or damaged or there are visible signs of damage or it is leaking. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect assembly might result in a risk of electric shock when the iron is used after reassembly.

7. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.

8. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
9. Close supervision is required for any appliance used by or near children. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron is connected or on an ironing board.
10. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down—there might be hot water in the reservoir.
11. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the same circuit with another high-wattage appliance.
12. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with an ampere rating equal to or greater than the maximum rating of the iron shall be used. A cord rated for less amperage can result in a risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating. Care shall be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or be tripped over.

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This product is intended for household use only.

WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

• Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface may damage that surface.

• Do not iron or vertical-steam clothes that are being worn.

• Do not use vertical steam in the direction of people or pets.

• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke. This will stop and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
• Many irons spit or sputter during the first few uses with tap water. This happens as the steam chamber becomes conditioned. This will stop after a few uses.
• To clean steam vents before first use, prepare iron for steam ironing and then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes while letting the iron steam. Press the Steam Burst button several times to clean the vents. Then follow the self-cleaning instructions on page 10.

Parts and Features

Spray and Steam Burst Buttons Soft Touch Grip Adjustable Steam Switch Water Tank Cover Heel Rest Spray Nozzle Temperature Control Dial Self-Clean Button Soleplate

How to Dry Iron

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Set the Adjustable Steam Switch to ⚙ (Dry Iron).

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To turn iron off, turn Temperature Control Dial to OFF. Unplug iron and let cool.
Turn Temperature Control Dial to desired temperature. Allow 2 minutes for iron to reach desired temperature.

POSITION SENSING/AUTO SHUTOFF

The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following positions. The Auto Shutoff time varies based on the iron's position.

IRON POSITION

Resting on soleplate

Resting on either side

Resting on heel

30 seconds

30 seconds or 15 minutes depending on exact orientation

15 minutes

How to Steam Iron

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Set the Adjustable Steam Switch to ⚙(Dry Iron).

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Set Adjustable Steam Switch to the desired steam level.

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Turn Temperature Control Dial to desired fabric setting in the steam range. Allow 2 minutes for iron to reach desired temperature. WARNING! Burn Hazard: Attempting to steam iron on a lower temperature setting or failing to allow the iron to preheat for 2 minutes can result in hot water dripping from the soleplate.
For vertical steaming, hold iron 6 inches (15 cm) from garment and do not allow hot soleplate to touch delicate garments. Press and release the Steam Burst Button to steam out wrinkles. Wait at least 5 seconds before pressing Steam Burst Button again.

How to Steam Iron (cont.)

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To turn iron off, set Adjustable Steam Switch to ⏻ (Dry Iron).

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Turn the Temperature Control Dial to OFF. Unplug iron and let cool.

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Empty water from iron following directions in "Care and Cleaning."

POSITION SENSING/AUTO SHUTOFF

The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following positions. The Auto Shutoff time varies based on the iron's position.

IRON POSITION

Resting on soleplate

Resting on either side

Resting on heel

MOTIONLESS TIME

30 seconds

30 seconds or 15 minutes depending on exact orientation

15 minutes

Fabric Setting Chart Garment Label NOTICE: To avoid garment damage, check garment label for fabric composition and ironing instructions. Symbols

Steam Setting	Temperature Setting	Ironing Instructions
Dry Iron	OFF	OFF
	Synthetics • Low	Dry iron using spray if necessary.
	Silk, Wool •• Medium	Iron silk on wrong side.
Steam Range	Cotton, Linen ••• High	For cotton, iron while still damp or use spray.For linen, iron fabric on wrong side.

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High Temp Setting

Medium Temp Setting

Low Temp Setting

Do not iron

Do not use steam

Care and Cleaning

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Allow iron to cool.

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To empty water from iron, open the water tank cover and slowly tilt pointed end of iron over sink until water runs out.

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Do not store iron laying flat on soleplate.

Soleplate Care

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the iron soleplate:

• Never iron over zippers, buttons, pins, metal rivets, or snaps, since they may scratch the soleplate surface.
• Allow the iron to cool and wipe with a soapy, soft damp cloth to clean occasional buildup on the soleplate. Never use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads, since they may scratch the surface.

Self-Clean Feature

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To keep the steam vents clear of any buildup, follow these instructions each time you iron using steam.

OFF OFFOUT 3

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Turn Temperature Control Dial to Cotton-Linen ••• setting and let iron heat for 2 minutes.

Turn the Temperature Control Dial to OFF. Unplug iron.

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Hold iron over sink.

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Press and hold the Self-Clean Button until tank is empty.

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM	PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTIONS
Iron won't heat.	Is iron plugged in and the outlet working? Check outlet by plugging in a lamp.Has a temperature been selected?Is the Auto Off function activated? Move or tilt the iron to reset.
Water is leaking.	Do not overfill the water tank.Adjust steam to a lower setting.If steam ironing, is the Adjustable Steam Switch in a steam position? Has a temperature been selected? Did the iron have enough time to preheat?If dry ironing, make sure the Adjustable Steam Switch is in the (Dry Iron) position.
Iron won't steam.	Check water level.Is the Adjustable Steam Switch in the (Steam) position?Has the iron had enough time to preheat?Anti-drip feature will not allow steam when temperature setting is in the dry range.
Iron leaves spots on clothing.	ALWAYS empty water tank after using. Water left in tank may discolor clothing and soleplate.
Twisted cord.	If the iron cord should become twisted, unplug iron and let cool. Hold iron cord in the middle of entire length. Let plug and iron dangle freely until cord uncoils. This will extend the life of the iron cord.
Wrinkles not removed.	Choose correct temperature setting for your fabric.
Iron too hot/not hot enough.	Adjust temperature to desired setting. Let iron cool down 5 minutes before continuing.

Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V \~ 60 Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

MEASURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

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