Opticord Pressing GV5120E0 - Iron TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Opticord Pressing GV5120E0 TEFAL

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• Please read these instructions carefully before first use : This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the brand accepts no responsibility and the guarantee does not apply.

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

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

• Your generator is fitted with 2 safety systems : - a pressure release valve which, in the event of a malfunction, releases any excess steam, - a thermal fuse to prevent the appliance from overheating.

• Always plug your steam generator into : - an electrical installation with voltage between 220V and 240V. Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee. - an earthed socket. 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 electric flex before plugging it into an earthed electric socket.

• If the electric power flex or the steam flex is damaged, it must imperatively be replaced by an Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger.

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

• The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, 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 to be used by children or without supervision by persons whose physical, sensory or mental aptitude to use it in complete safety is impaired. Children must 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 function. Never direct the steam towards persons or animals.

• Before emptying the boiler, always wait until the generator is cold and make sure that it has been unplugged for more than 2 hours before unscrewing the boiler stopper.

• Be careful : if the boiler cap is dropped or severely knocked, have it replaced by an Approved Service Centre, as it may be damaged.

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

• If you lose or damage the boiler stopper, have it replaced in 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 correctly. Never dismantle your appliance. To avoid any danger, have it inspected in an approved service centre.

1. Steam control dial

2. Iron temperature adjustment button

7. Boiler (inside the base-unit)

8. Steam cord storage space

9. Easycord system (according to model)

13. Steam flow adjustment dial (according to model)

14. Illuminated on/off switch

15. Steam ready indicator light (according to model)

Preparation What water to use ?

• Your iron has been designed to operate using untreated tap water. However, it isnecessary to operate the Self-Clean function regularly in order to eliminate hard waterdeposits from the steam chamber.• Types of water not to use: Heat concentrates the elements contained in water duringevaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic waster, mineral orchemical elements that can cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear of theappliance: water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators,batteries, air conditioners, rain water, boiled, filtered or bottled water. These types of watershould NOT be used in your TEFAL steam generator. Also only use distilled or demineralisedwater 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 sideways. 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 thewater does not spill over (A). If this occurs, remove the excess water.• Replace the boiler cap, screwing on firmly, but not over tight. Using the Easycord system (according to model)
• Your iron is equipped with an extension cord system to prevent the cord from draggingover the laundry and creasing it again when ironing.• Take the steam cord out of its housing and unwind it completely.• Remove the tie to release the cord outlet.• Press the Eject button (B) and the Easycord system extends automatically.• When the cord outlet tips, the Easycord system extends automatically without you havingto press the Eject button. Starting the generator
• Unwind the electric cord completely and take the steam cord out of its housing.• Connect your 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 (accor-ding to model), the steam is ready.• 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 localwater authority) it ispossible to mix tap waterwith store-boughtdistilled or demineralisedwater in the followingproportions : 50%untreated tap water, 50%distilled or demineralisedwater.Always use the Easycordsystem for enhancedcomfort of use.The first time theappliance is used, theremay be some fumes andsmell but this is notharmful.They will not affect useand will disappearrapidly. Use Steam ironing
• Set the iron temperature adjustment dial and the steam flow adjustment dial (accordingto 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 (C).• The steam will stop when you release the button.The generator and theiron are ready to ironwhen the steam readyindicator light (accordingto model) is lit and theiron thermostat dial lighthas gone out.TYPE OF FABRICSETTING THE TEMPERATURE DIAL SETTING THE STEAM DIAL(according to model)Linen, Cotton Wool, Silk, Viscose Synthetic (Polyester,Acetate,Acrylic, Polyamide)

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• Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature and finish with those which need higher temperatures (••• or Max).

• To prime the steam circuit, either before using the iron for the first time, or if you have not used the steam function for a few minutes, press the steam control button (C) several times in a row, holding the iron away from your clothes.This will enable any cold water to be removed from the steam circuit.

• For delicate fabrics, press the steam control button (on the handle of the iron) intermittently to avoid possible water droplets appearing with the steam.

• If you are using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed. Dry ironing

• Do not press on the steam control button (C). Vertical steam ironing

• Set the iron temperature dial and the steam flow adjustment dial (according to model) to the max. position.

• Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.

• Press repeatedly on the steam control button (C) (on the iron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom (D). Filling the boiler during use

• VERY IMPORTANT : Before opening your boiler, ensure that there is no more steam left inside by pressing the steam control button (C) 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 (A), 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 light comes on (according to model), the steam is ready. Storing the generator

• Turn off at the main switch and unplug.

• Wind the electric cord around the cord tidy (F).

• Place the iron on the rest.

• Slot the extension cord outlet in the notch (according to model). Take the end of the cord support and press to return the flexible part into the base (E).

• Storing the steam cord (G).

• Leave the steam generator to cool down before putting it away if it is stored in a cupboard or confined space.

• You can store your steam generator in complete safety. Maintenance and cleaning Before cleaning, ensure that your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron rest have cooled 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. Mixed fibre fabrics : set the ironing temperature to the setting for the most delicate fabric. Woollen garments : press repeatedly on the steam control button (C) to obtain short bursts of steam, without placing the iron on the garment itself. This will avoid making the fabric shiny. As steam is very hot, never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn, always hang garment on a coat hanger. For fabrics other than linen or cotton, hold the iron a few centimetres from the garment to avoid burning the fabric. Never unscrew the boiler cap while it’s still steaming. Never place the iron on a metal rest as this could damage it. Place it on the iron-rest on the base unit : it has non- slip pads and has been designed to withstand high temperatures. 1800112827 GV51XX 14/01/08 15:10 Page 2021

Rinsing the boiler (once a month)

• Be careful : To extend the life of your boiler and to avoid the building up of scale, it isessential that you rinse out the boiler at least after every 10 uses (H) (approximately oncea 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.• Shake the base unit for a few moments and then empty it completely over your sink (I).• To obtain the best results, we advise you to repeat this operation. Is there any problem If you have any product problems or queries please contact our Customer Relations Team first for expert help andadvice:HELPLINE: 0845 602 1454 - UK (01) 461 0390 - Ireland or consult our website - www.tefal.co.ukIf your water is hard,increase the frequency.In particular, do not usedescaling agents forrinsing out the boiler, asthey could damage it. Problems Possible causes Solutions Water runs through the holes in thesole plate.The boiler is too full.The thermostat is not working : thetemperature is always too low.You are using the steam control buttonbefore the iron is hot enough.Water has condensed in the pipes becauseyou are using steam for the first time or youhave not used it for some time.Do not fill the boiler right up to the top.Contact an Approved Service Centre.Check the thermostat and steam flowsettings (according to model).Press the steam control button away fromyour ironing board until the iron producessteam.White steaks come through the holesin the soleplate.Your boiler has a build-up of scale becauseit is not rinsed out regularly.Rinse the boiler every 10 uses (see § rinsingthe boiler). If your water is hard, increasethe frequency.Brown streaks come through the holes inthe soleplate and stain the linen.You are using chemical descaling agents oradditives in the water for ironing.Your linen is not rinsed sufficiently or youhave ironed a new garment before washing it. Never add this type of product in the boiler(see § what water to use).Ensure linen is rinsed thoroughly to removeany soap deposits or chemicals on newgarments which have been sucked up bythe iron.The soleplate is dirty or brown and maystain the linen.You are ironing at too high a temperature.You are using starch.See our recommendations regardingtemperature control setting.Always spray starch on the reverse side ofthe fabric to be ironed.There is no steam. The boiler is empty.The boiler is not yet ready.Fill the boiler.After starting the appliance, wait for 8 minsor until the steam ready indicator lightcomes on (according to model).Steam escapes from the boiler cap. Cap screwed on incorrectly.The seal on the cap is damaged.The appliance is faulty.Screw the cap back on.Contact an Approved Service Centre.Stop using the generator and contact anApproved Service Centre.Steam or water escape under theappliance.The appliance is faulty. Stop using the generator and contact anApproved Service Centre. Environment protection first ! Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste disposal centre. 1800112827 GV51XX 14/01/08 15:10 Page 2122 Recomendações importantes Conselhos para sua segurança