Prima 61 - Iron TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Prima 61 TEFAL

9. EN Self-cleaning (once a month) / ES Auto-limpieza

(una vez al mes) FR Auto nettoyage (une fois par mois)

8. EN Anti-calc valve cleaning (

1. Use iron only for its intended use.

2. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.

3. Always turn the iron 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 allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away.

Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.

5. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and

6. Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or damaged.

To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Contact our Consumer Ser- vice Department for examination, repair or adjustment. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.

7. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not

leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board.

8. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. Use caution when

you turn a steam iron upside down - there may be hot water in the reservoir.

9. This appliance is only for domestic and personal use.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the

2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15 amp. cord should be used. Cords rated

for less amper may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This appliance complies with the technical rules and standards for safety currently in force (Electromagnetic Compatibility, Low Voltage, Environnement).

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced phy- sical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• During the first few uses, a harmless odour and a small amount of smoke may be given off. This has no effect on the use of the iron and will disappear quickly.

• Warning ! The voltage of your electrical installation must correspond to that of

1800125880 FV3756 U0 T-FAL_110x154 TF 27/03/12 16:08 Page1516 the iron (120V). Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreversible damage to the iron and will invalidate the guarantee.

• If it is absolutely essential to use an extension cable, choose a 15 amp one.

• If the electrical cord becomes damaged, it must be immediately replaced by an Ap- proved Service Centre to avoid any danger.

• The appliance should not be used if it has fallen, if it has obvious damage, if it leaks or functions incorrectly. Never dismantle your appliance : have it inspected by an Appro- ved Service Centre, so as to avoid any danger.

• Never immerse your iron in water !

• Do not unplug your appliance by pulling on the cord. Always unplug your appliance: before filling or rinsing the water tank, before cleaning it, after each use.

• Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to a power source or if it has not cooled down for approximately 1 hour.

• Your appliance gives off steam, which may cause burns. Take extra care especially when you are ironing close to the edge or on a corner of your ironing board. Never direct the steam towards people or animals.

• Your iron should be used and placed on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. When you put your iron onto its iron rest, make sure that the surface on which you put it is stable.

• This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappro- priate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no res- ponsibility and the guarantee will not apply. What water to use? Your appliance has been designed to function with untreated tap water. However, it is necessary to operate the Self-Clean function regularly in order to eliminate hard water deposits from the steam chamber. If your water is very hard (check with your local water authority), it is possible to mix untreated tap water with store- bought distilled or demineralised water in the following proportions : - 50% untreated tap water, - 50% distilled or de-mineralised water. Types of water not to use? Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation.The types of water listed below contain organicwaste or mineral elements that can cause spitting, brown staining, or premature wear of the appliance : water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled or demi- neralised water or rain water should not be used in your Tefal iron. Also do not use boiled, filtered or bottled water. Auto-Stop safety feature (depending on model)
• The electronic system cuts off the electric power and the Auto-Stop warning light flashes ifthe iron is left vertically on its heel for more than 8 minutes, or in a horizontal position formore than 30 seconds.• To restart the iron, just move it gently until the warning light stops flashing. Environment Environment protection first !i Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.‹ Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.The auto-stop light willbe lit during normal use! 1800125880 FV3756 U0 T-FAL_110x154 TF 27/03/12 16:08 Page16PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

ater drips from theholes in the soleplate.The iron drips when you start ironing. he chosen temperature is too low and does not allow for the formation of steam.You are using steam while the ron is not hot enough.You are using the Shot of Steambutton too often.There is too much steam.You have stored the iron horizon-tally, without emptying it andwithout setting it to You have removed the anti-scalerod to fill your iron. osition the thermostat in the steam range(from •• to MAX).Wait until the thermostat light goes out.Wait a few seconds between each use ofthe button.Reduce the steam.See the section "Storing your iron".Do not extract the anticalc valve when fil-ling the iron.Brown streaks comethrough the holes inthe soleplate and stainthe linen.You are using chemical descalingagents.You are not using the right typeof water.Fabric fibres have accumulated inthe holes of the soleplate and areburning.Your linen has not been rinsed sufficiently or you have ironed anew garment before washing it.Do not add any descaling agents to thewater in the water tank.Perform a self-cleaning operation andconsult the chapter "What water should Iuse?".Perform the self-cleaning operation andclean the soleplate with a damp sponge.Vacuum the holes of the soleplate fromtime to time.Make sure that your laundry is rinsed sufficiently so as to remove any deposits ofsoap or chemical products on new clothes.The soleplate is dirty orbrown and can stainthe linen.Your are ironing with an inappro-priate program (temperature toohigh).You are using starch.Clean the soleplate as indicated above.Select the appropriate program.Clean the soleplate as indicated above.Always spray starch onto the reverse side ofthe fabric to be ironed.There is little or nosteam. The water tank is empty.The anti-calc valve is dirty.Your iron has a build-up of scale.Your iron has been used dry fortoo long.Fill it.Clean the anti-calc valve.Clean the anti-calc valve and carry out aself-clean.Carry out a self-clean.The soleplate is scrat-ched or damaged.You have placed your iron flat ona metallic rest-plate or ironedover a zip.Always set your iron on its heel.Do not iron over zips.Steam or water comefrom the iron as youfinish filling the tank.The steam control is not set tothe position.The water tank is overfilled.Check that the steam control is set to theposition.Never exceeed the Max level.The spray does notspray. The water tank is not filledenough.Fill up th water tank. If there is a problem? If you have any problem or queries, please contact our Customer Relations team first for expert help and advice.

CAUSES POSSIBLES SOLUTIONS