DBS 6034 CB - Iron BOMANN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DBS 6034 CB BOMANN

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Instruction Manual Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the appliance. Symbols in this Instruction Manual 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 appliance:

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not t for commercial use.

• Do not use it 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 the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.

• Do not operate the appliance without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the appliance off. Remove the plug from the socket.

• The appliance and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the appliance must not be used.

• Use only original spare parts.

• In order to ensure your children’s safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

Do not allow small children to play with the plastic foil. There is a danger of suffocation!DBS6034CB_IM 15.11. 23

Special Safety Precautions for this Appliance You will nd the following symbol with warning character on the appliance:

WARNING: Hot surface!

Danger of burns! The temperature of accessible surfaces can be very hot during and after operation.

• The sole plate of the iron quickly becomes hot and needs time to cool down. Do not touch it!

• When not in use the iron should be stored in the storage space! Do not place it vertically onto any other surface. There is the risk that the iron will slip.

• Choose a secure surface for the stand! The surface must be level and stable. Check the surface again for stability.

• The iron must be used and rested on a stable, heat-resistant surface.

• Before filling the water tank remove the mains lead.

• The iron must not be left unsupervised while it is connected to the mains.

• Do not use the iron if it was dropped, has visible damages or leaks.

• Do not repair the appliance by yourself. Always contact an authorized technician. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly quali- ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.DBS6034CB_IM 15.11. 23

• While the iron is switched on and while it cools down, the iron and its connection cable must be outside the reach of children younger than 8 years.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the ap- pliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be performed by chil- dren. CAUTION: Limescale build-up on the appliance!

• Use only distilled water! If you do not comply with this important note, it may result in a defective appliance.

• An appliance that is defective due to build-up of limescale shall not be covered by the free warranty. CAUTION: This appliance is not designed to be immersed in water during cleaning. Please follow the instructions that we have included for you in the chapter on “Cleaning”.

• The tank should only be filled up to the maximum mark. Do not overll! Maximum water capacity: 1.2 litres.

Intended Use This appliance is intended for ironing of clothing and textiles. It is intended for use in households. Any other use shall be considered as not intended use and can lead to material damage or even personal injury. Overview of the Components / Scope of Delivery 1 Lock for continuous steam 2 Steam jet button 3 Temperature control 4 Connecting tube 5 “Temperature” control lamp 6 Base 7 Iron rest 8 Intake hose 9 Water tank 10 Water tank recess 11 Transport lock Notes for Use Unpacking

• Remove any protective foils and stickers from the sole plate.

• Remove the cable from the cable compartment. Electrical Connection Make sure that the iron voltage (see name plate) and the line voltage match. Power Requirements The station has a total maximum wattage of 2400 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 1.5 mm².

• Do not use any multiple sockets, as this appliance is too powerful. Turn On and Off Turn on: Ensure that the temperature control is in the MIN position. Connect the mains plug to a properly installed safety socket. The appliance is immediately switched to operating mode. Turn off: Ensure that the temperature control is in the MIN position. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket. Temperature Control on the Iron The symbols on the control correspond to the following settings: (synthetics, silk) low temperature (rayon, wool) medium temperature (cotton, linen) high temperature

• Turn woollen clothes inside out to avoid shiny spots on the fabric due to steam ironing. In addition, lay a thin cotton cloth onto the fabric.

• Select a low temperature setting for fabrics with addi- tional surface treatment and iron them inside out. NOTE: The iron heats up faster than it cools down. Start ironing with the lowest temperature setting. Lock for Continuous Steam The lock allows you to generate continuous steam. = Continuous steam = Continuous steam off Water Tank

• The water tank has a recessed grip so that it can be removed.

• When sliding the tank back into the base, it must audibly click into place.

• The MAX mark is placed on the water tank. Do not fill the tank above this mark. The tank volume is 1.2 litres. Water CAUTION: Limescale build-up on the appliance!

• Use only distilled water! If you do not comply with this important note, it may result in a defective appliance.

• An appliance that is defective due to build-up of limes- cale shall not be covered by the free warranty.

• Do not fill 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 impu- rities to the fabric when dropping out of the holes in the soleplate. Operation Before Initial Use

• Clean the ironing base with a slightly damp cloth.

• In order to remove all residues before initial use, please pass the iron a few times over an old clean cloth.DBS6034CB_IM 15.11. 23

Ironing Without Steam NOTE: Sort out the garments according to their ironing temper- atures.

1. Place the iron on the rest.

2. Only connect the appliance to a properly installed safety

3. Adjust the temperature on the temperature control. If you

have sensitive items to iron, please begin with the lowest temperature. NOTE: The control lamp on the iron indicates the heating process. As soon as this goes out, the operating tem- perature is reached. You can now begin ironing. 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 lled to the required level. CAUTION: Initial use: Please proceed as follows:

1. Remove the water tank.

2. Open the lid of the water tank.

3. Fill the water tank with distilled water. Fill the water

tank to the maximal marking only. Do not overll!

4. Close the lid of the water tank.

5. Push the tank back into the base. It must audibly snap.

6. Connect the base station to a socket with earthing

7. Set the required temperature in the range

. The control lamp on the iron lights up.

8. Wait until the sole plate has heated up. If the tempera-

ture has been reached, the control lamp goes out.

9. Now press the steam jet button for at least 15 sec-

onds or until the steam comes out of the sole plate. Alternatively, you may set the lock onto the icon to generate continuous steam. This time is needed for the steam to reach the iron. A slightly louder noise of the pump is normal with this. CAUTION: A high temperature is needed to iron with steam. Set the temperature control at least to the symbol. Other- wise, the pump shuts off and steam ironing is no longer possible. Vertical Steam Function This can be used to produce a jet of steam in a vertical direction. This function can be used to remove creases from hanging clothes or from curtains.

Never point the steam jet at other people. Danger of burns! Hang the washing on a hanger. Guide the iron closely over the material as specified by the material. How Can I Replenish the Water During Operation? Refill with water before the tank is completely empty. A loud noise of the pump during operation indicates that the water level is too low.

1. Place the iron on the rest.

2. Set the temperature control to MIN.

3. Remove the mains plug from the socket.

4. Remove the water tank.

5. Open the lid of the water tank.

6. Fill the water tank only with distilled water. Fill the wa-

ter tank to the maximal marking only. Do not overfill!

7. Close the lid of the water tank.

8. Push the tank back into the base. It must audibly snap.

9. You can now continue ironing.

1. Always set the temperature control to MIN after use.

Remove the mains plug from the socket.

2. Allow the appliance to cool. Secure the appliance via the

transport lock before carrying or removing it. Stowing the Cable Stow the cable back into the cable compartment.DBS6034CB_IM 15.11. 23

• Always remove the mains lead before cleaning!

• Wait until the appliance has cooled down completely!

• Under no circumstances should you immerse the appliance in water for cleaning purposes. Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or re. CAUTION:

• Clean the casing with a slightly damp cloth.

• Clean the sole plate and the rest with a slightly damp cloth.

• 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. Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy Appliance does not work. Faulty mains socket. Try another socket. The appliance suddenly stops working during operation. Is the electric circuit overloaded? Check the house fuse. No steam is generated. The water tank has not been installed correctly. Firmly push the water tank into the base. It must audibly snap. The temperature is set too low. Select a temperature between and

Loud noises during steam operation. The tank is empty. Check the tank. Fill tank with water. Initial start-up or after long periods of disuse. These noises of the pump are normal. Technical Data Model:............................................................... DBS 6034 CB Power supply:.....................................220 - 240 V~, 50 - 60 Hz Power consumption: ........................................ 2200 - 2400 W Protection class: ..................................................................... Maximum filling quantity of the water tank: .............. 1.2 litres Net weight: ....................................................... approx. 2.3 kg The right to make technical and design modications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved. This appliance has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and is manufactured according to the latest safety regulations. Disposal 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 re-utilisation of electrical and electronic equipment. Information concerning where the equipment can be dis- posed of can be obtained from your local authority.DBS6034CB_IM 15.11. 23