Easy Pressing GV5221 - Iron TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Easy Pressing GV5221 TEFAL

• Please readthese instructions carefully before firstuse.This producthasbeen designed for domesticuse only.Anycom- mercial use,inappropriate use or failureto comply withtheinstructions, the manufacturer acceptsnoresponsibility and

he guarantee will not apply.

• For your safety, this appliance conforms to the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electomagnetic Compatibility, Environmental Directives, as applicable...).

• Your steam generator is an electrical appliance. It should be used under normal conditions. It is intended for domes- tic use only.

• Your generator is fitted with 2 safety systems: - A valve avoids any excess pressure build-up, toletexcess steam escapeintheevent of theappliancemalfunctioning; - a thermal fuse to prevent the appliance from overheating.

• Always plug your steam generator into: - an electrical installation with voltage between 220V and 240V. - an earthed socket. Connectingto the wrongvoltage maycause irreparable damage tothe applianceandwillinvalidate your guarantee. If you are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (10A) with an earth, and is fully extended.

• Completely unwind the power cord from its storage space before connecting to an earthed socket.

• If the electric power cord or the iron-unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an Approved Service Centre in order to prevent any danger.

• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord. Always unplug your appliance: - before rinsing out or before filling the boiler, - before cleaning your generator, - after each use.

• The appliance must be used and positioned on a stable, heat-resistant surface.. When you place the iron on the iron rest, make sure that the surface on which you place it is stable.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capa- bilities, or lack ofexperience andknowledge, unless they havebeen given supervision orinstruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Never leave the appliance unattended : - when it is connected to the mains, - until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).

• The soleplate and generator iron-rest can become very hot and cause burns: never touch these parts. Never touch the electric cords with the soleplate of the iron.

• Your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns. Handle your iron carefully, particularly when using the vertical steam function. Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.

• Never unscrew the boiler cap while the appliance is on.

• Before unscrewing the boiler rinse cap, wait until the generator is cold (unplugged for more than 2 hours).

• While rinsing out the boiler, never fill it directly under the tap.

• If you lose or damage the boiler rinse cap, have it replaced by an approved Service Centre.

• Never immerse your steam generator in water or any other liquid. Never hold it under the water tap.

• The appliance must not be used if it has fallen to the floor, shows evidence of damage, leaks or fails to function cor- rectly. Never dismantle your appliance. To avoid any danger, have it inspected in an approved service centre.

• This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

. Steam control dial

2. Temperature setting mark

3. Iron temperature adjustment button

6. Boiler (inside the base-unit)

. Lock system (according to model)

8. Power and steam cord storage compartment

2. Illuminated on/off switch

13. Steam ready indicator light (according to model)

14. Steam flow adjustment dial

according to model) Description Locking system for retaining the iron on the base Lock system (depending on model)

• Your steam generator is equipped with a retaining hoop which locks the iron on its base for ea- sier transport and storage: - Locking - fig.1 - Unlocking - fig.2

• To carry your steam generator by the iron handle: - Place the iron on the iron rest of the generator and raise the retaining hoop over the iron until it locks into place (audible click) - fig.1. - Grasp the handle of the iron to carry your steam generator - fig.3. Preparation What water to use ?

• Your iron has been designed to operate using untreatedtap water. However, in some coastal regions, your water may have a high salt content. In this case, only use de- mineralised water.

• Types of water not to use: Heat concentrates the elements contained in water du- ring evaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic waster, mi- neral or chemical 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, air conditioners, rain water, boiled, filtered or bottled water. These types of water should NOT be used in your TEFAL steam generator. Also only use distilled or demineralised water as advised left.

• Ironing Boards: Due to the powerful steam output, a mesh type iorning board must be used to allow any excess steam to escapte and to avoid steam venting side- ways. Filling the boiler

• Place your steam generator on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface.

• Check that your appliance is unplugged and cold.

• Unscrew the boiler cap.

• Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water. Fill the boiler, taking care that the water does not spill over fig.4. If this occurs, remove the excess water.

• Replace the boiler cap, screwing on firmly, but not over tight. Using your steam generator

• Completely unwind the power cord and the steam cord from its storage space .

• Tilt the locking ring of the iron forwards to release the safety catch.

• Plug in your steam generator to an earthed socket.

• Press the on/off luminous switch. It comes on and the boiler heats up.

• After approximately 8 minutes or when the steam ready indicator light comes on (ac- cording to model), the steam is ready - fig.5.

• During ironing the iron’s thermostat light and the steam indicator (according to model) will go on and off according to the temperature control. If your water is very hard (check with your local water authority) it is pos- sible to mix tap water with store-bought distil- led or demineralised water in the following proportions : 50% untrea- ted tap water, 50% distil- led or demineralised water. The first time the ap- pliance is used, there may be some fumes and smell but this is not harmful. They will not affect use and will disappear rapidly. 1800118683 GV52XX TEFAL:110x154 22/02/10 12:15 Page 56

• Set the iron temperature adjustment dial and the steam flow adjustmentdial (according to model) to the type of fabric to be ironed (see table below). The thermostat light comes on.• To obtain steam, press on the steam control button on the iron handle -fig.6.• The steam will stop when you release the button.• Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperatureand finish with thosewhich need higher temperatures (••• or Max).• To prime the steam circuit, either before using the iron for the first time, or ifyou have not used the steam function for a few minutes, press the steamcontrol button - fig.6. severaltimes in a row, holding the iron away from yourclothes.This will enable any cold waterto be removed from the steam circuit.• For delicate fabrics, press the steam control button (on the handle of theiron) intermittently to avoid possible water droplets appearing with thesteam.• If you are using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fa-bric to be ironed. Dry ironing
• Do not press on the steam control button - fig.6. Vertical steam ironing
• Set the iron temperature dial and the steam flow adjustmentdial (according to model) to the max. position.• Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabricslightly taut with one hand.• Press repeatedly on the steam control button - fig.6.(on theiron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom - fig.7. Filling the boiler during use
• VERY IMPORTANT : Before opening your boiler, ensure that there is no more steam left inside by pres- sing the steam control button - fig.6 located on the handle of the iron and keep it pressed down until there is no more steam.• Stop the generator by pressing the on/off switch and disconnecting the plug.• Slowly unscrew the boiler cap.• Using a water jug, fill with maximum 1 litre of water.
• Fill the boiler fig.4, taking care that the water does not spill over. If this occurs, remove the excess water.
• Replace the boiler cap, screwing on tightly, reconnect your generator to the mains, and switch it on.• Wait until the boiler heats up. After approximately 8 minutes or when the steam ready indicator lightcomes on (according to model), the steam is ready.Never uns-crew theboiler capwhile it’sstill stea-ming. he generator and the iron areready to iron when the steamready indicator light (according o model) is lit and the ironthermostat dial light has gone out. Mixed fibre fabrics : set the iro-ning temperature to the settingfor the most delicate fabric.Woollen garments : press repea-tedly on the steam control but-ton - fig.6 to obtain short burstsof steam, without placing theiron on the garment itself.This will avoid making the fabricshiny.

ETTING THE STEAM DIAL(according to model)Linen, Cotton Wool, Silk, Viscose

Synthetic (Polyester,Acetate,Acrylic, Polyamide)

As steam is very hot, never attempt to re-move creases from a garment while it isbeing worn, always hang garment on a coathanger. For fabrics other than linen or cotton,hold the iron a few centimetres from the gar-ment to avoid burning the fabric. 1800118683 GV52XX TEFAL:110x154 22/02/10 12:15 Page 67

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS

The generator does not come on and the thermostat light is not illuminated. The appliance is not switched on. Check that your appliance is correctly plugged in Water runs out of the holes in the soleplate. Water has condensed in the pipes because you are using steam for the first time or you have not used it for some time. Press on the steam control button away from your ironing board until the iron produces steam. The soleplate is not hot enough. Wait for the thermostatlight to go out before activating the steam button. Your thermostat is faulty: the iron is not hot enough. Contact an Approved Service Centre. Water streaks appear on the linen. Your ironing board is saturated with water because it is not suitable for use with a steam generator. Check that your ironing board is suitable. Storing the generator

• Warning: do not touch the soleplate while still hot. Fold the carrying arm down onto the iron until it clicks into position, ensuring that your iron issafely locked onto its housing (depending on model).• Store the electrical cord in its storage place - fig.8. Storing the steam cord - fig.9.• Leave the iron (and the iron rest) to cool down for 1 hour before storing it away. Maintenance and cleaning Before cleaning, ensure that your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron rest have coo-led down.Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate or the base unit.Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap. Cleaning the soleplate
• Regularly clean the soleplate with a non-metallic sponge. Cleaning the unit
• Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft dampened cloth. Rinsing the boiler (once a month)
• Be careful : To extend the life of your boiler and to avoid the building up of scale, itis essential that you rinse out the boiler at least after every 10 uses (approximatelyonce a month).• Check that the generator is cold and unplugged for more than 2 hours.• Using a jug, fill the boiler 3/4 full with untreated tap water- fig.10• Shake the base unit for a few moments and then empty it completely over yoursink - fig.11.• To obtain the best results, we advise you to repeat this operation. A problem with your generator ? If your water is hard,increase the frequency.In particular, do not usedescaling agents forrinsing out the boiler, asthey could damage it. 1800118683 GV52XX TEFAL:110x154 22/02/10 12:15 Page 78

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS

White streaks come through the holes in the soleplate. Your boiler has a build-up of scale because it has not been rinsed out regularly. Rinse out the boiler. Brown streaks come through the holes in the soleplate and stain the linen. You are using chemical descaling agents or additives in the water for ironing. Never add this type of product in the boiler (see § “for what water may be used”). Contact an Approved Service Centre. The soleplate is dirty or brown and may stain the linen. You are ironing at too high a temperature. See our recommendations regarding temperature control setting. Your linen is not rinsed sufficiently or you have ironed a new garment before washing it. Ensure linen is rinsed thoroughly to remove any soap deposits or chemicals on new garments which may be sucked up by the iron. You are using starch. Always spray starch on the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed. There is no steam or there is little steam. The boiler is empty. Fill the boiler. The soleplate temperature is set to the maximum. The generator is working but steam is very hot and dry As a consequence, it is less visible. Steam escapes from the rinse plug. The rinse plug has not been tightened correctly. Tighten the rinse plug correctly. The rinse plug seal is damaged. Contact an Approved Service Centre to order a new rinse plug seal. The generator is faulty. Stop using the generator and contact an ApprovedService Centre. Steam or water escapes under the appliance. The generator is faulty. Stop using the generator and contact an Approved Service Centre. Environment protection first !

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a civic waste disposal centre. If you have any problems or queries please call our Customer Relations team first for expert help and advice: 0845 602 1454 - UK / (01) 677 4003 - Ireland or consult our website - www.tefal.co.uk

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7. Lock system (modele göre)

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