13102 - Iron CHI - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Steam iron
Brand	CHI
Model	13102
Power supply	120 V ~ 60 Hz
Power	1700 W (estimate)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	30 x 12 x 15 cm (estimate)
Weight	1.2 kg (estimate)
Tank capacity	300 ml (estimate)
Soleplate	Titanium ceramic
Main functions	Dry and steam ironing, spray, anti-drip, auto shut-off, retractable cord, self-cleaning
Temperature settings	Dial with indicator light: Synthetics (low), Silk/Wool (medium), Cotton/Linen (high)
Steam setting	Continuous adjustment lever
Safety	Auto shut-off: 60 seconds on soleplate, 30 minutes on heel; motion detection
Maintenance and cleaning	Self-cleaning after each steam use, drain tank, clean soleplate on damp cloth
Warranty	2 years (material and workmanship defects)
Spare parts and repairability	Not specified; repair by qualified technician
General information	Household use only; polarized plug; retractable cord

Frequently Asked Questions - 13102 CHI

How to use steam ironing?

Unplug the iron, open the filling door and add water up to the MAX line. Plug in, turn the temperature dial to the steam zone. Wait for the indicator to stop blinking (about 2 minutes). Set the steam lever to the desired level.

What to do if the iron does not heat up?

Check that the iron is plugged in and the temperature dial is set to a position other than OFF. If auto shut-off has triggered, move or tilt the iron to reactivate it.

How to clean the titanium ceramic soleplate?

Preheat the iron to the 'linen' setting, then iron a damp 100% cotton cloth to transfer residues. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.

How to use the self-cleaning function?

Fill with water, set to 'linen' until the indicator is steady, then turn to OFF and unplug. Hold the iron over a sink and press the self-cleaning button until steam stops. Let it cool before storing.

What does blinking of all fabric settings mean?

This indicates a malfunction. Stop using the iron and contact customer service.

How to store the iron after use?

Turn the iron to OFF, unplug and drain the water. Wrap the cord using the retractable button (hold the plug with one hand, press the button with the other). Store the iron on its heel rest.

What water to use for the tank?

Use tap water. If water is very hard, alternate with distilled water to prevent mineral buildup.

How to avoid water leaks during ironing?

Do not fill above the MAX line. Make sure the iron is hot enough before using steam (2 minutes preheat). For dry ironing, set the steam lever to the dry position.

How to use the retractable cord?

Hold the plug with one hand and press the retractable cord button with the other to wind the cord. Do not pull the cord to unplug.

What to do if the iron does not produce steam?

Check the water level in the tank. Make sure the steam lever is in steam position and the iron has reached temperature (steady indicator). The anti-drip function prevents steam in dry mode.

USER MANUAL 13102 CHI

Before operating the iron, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

4. Only use an iron for its intended use.

5. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.

6. 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.

7. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool completely before putting the iron away.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
11. When placing the iron on its heel rest, ensure that the surface on which the heel rest is placed is stable.
12. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron is connected or on an ironing board.
13. 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.
14. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the same circuit with another high-wattage appliance.
15. 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce 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.

Parts and Features

1. Spray Nozzle
2. Swivel Water Fill Door
3. Fabric Temperature/OFF (Indicator)
4. Spray ( ) and Steam 🔊 Buttons
5. Handle
6. Retractable Cord
7. Retractable Cord Button

8. Control Panel

9. Heel Rest

10. Water Window
11. MAX Fill Line
12. Titanium Ceramic Soleplate
13. Self-Clean Button
14. Adjustable Steam Lever
15. Fabric Temperature Setting Dial

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How to Dry and Steam Iron

⚠️ CAUTION 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.

1. To Steam Iron: Unplug iron. Swivel Water Fill Door left or right and add water to MAX fill line. If you have extremely hard water, alternate between tap water and distilled water for use in the iron. Plug iron into outlet. Turn Fabric Temperature Setting Dial to select desired fabric setting in the steam range of the Fabric Temperature Indicator.

To Dry Iron: Plug into outlet. Set Adjustable Steam Lever to Dry Iron). Turn the Fabric Temperature Setting Dial to select temperature on the Fabric Temperature Indicator.

1. Setting will blink at beginning and turn solid (also beeps) when iron is ready to use. Preheat 2 minutes to reach desired temperature. You are now ready to iron.

2. Set Adjustable Steam Lever to desired steam setting when using steam to iron.

3. Turn Fabric Temperature Setting Dial until off is illuminated on the Fabric Temperature/OFF (Indicator). Unplug.

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CAUTION Eye Hazard: Hold the plug with one hand while pushing the Cord Retraction Button with your other hand to retract the cord.

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 MOTIONLESS TIME

Resting on soleplate		1 min
Resting on either side		1 min
Resting on heel 30 min

FABRIC FACTS AND LABELS:

Every fabric is different and should be treated accordingly. The label inside clothing or linens includes recommended fabric care instructions and ironing treatment. Follow these instructions to ensure your garments and linens look their best. If the fabric is a blend, use a low temperature setting. If you do not know the content of the fabric, use the lowest temperature first and test on an inside seam.

PREPARE TO IRON

NOTE: To avoid garment damage, check garment label for fabric composition and ironing instructions.

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.

IRONING TIPS:

• Always iron with a lengthwise motion. Ironing in a circular motion may stretch fabric.
- Natural fibers such as cotton and linen should be ironed slightly damp for faster, easier ironing. If they are completely dry, use maximum steam while ironing or mist them with water prior to ironing.
- Any portion of a garment that has two layers of fabric such as pockets, seams, collars, and cuffs should be ironed inside out first.
- To press a collar, iron from the points in using small strokes of the iron. After wrinkles are removed, crease the collar into place by hand. Treat French cuffs similarly, gently creasing by hand after ironing.

Care and Cleaning

1. Unplug and allow iron to cool.
2. To empty water from iron, swivel Water Fill Door and slowly tilt pointed end of iron over a sink until all the water has poured out.
3. Store iron on the Heel Rest. NOTE: Use the Self-Clean function following each use of the steam function to keep the steam vents clear of any mineral buildup. Add water to the iron. Turn the Fabric Temperature Setting Dial until linen stops blinking and turns solid. Then, turn the Fabric Temperature Setting Dial until OFF (○) is illuminated on the Fabric Temperature/OFF (○) Indicator and unplug. Hold the iron over a sink. Press and hold the Self-Clean Button until steam no longer comes from the vents on the soleplate. Allow iron to cool before storing.

CAUTION Eye Hazard: Hold the plug with one hand while pushing the Cord Retraction Button with your other hand to retract the cord.

Soleplate Care

The Self-Clean function cleans the steam holes, but will not remove residue from the flat surface of the soleplate. To clean an iron's soleplate, preheat the iron to the linen setting and iron over a damp, 100% cotton cloth. This creates heavy steam that transfers residue from the soleplate to the cloth.

NOTES:

• Care should be used while cleaning; steam can burn.
• Never iron over zippers, pins, metal rivets, or snaps since these may scratch the soleplate.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

Troubleshooting

Iron won't heat.

• Plug iron into a working outlet.
• Select a temperature.
• Move or tilt the iron to reset.

Water is leaking.

• Too much water is in the Water Tank.
• Adjust steam to a lower setting. Ensure iron is set to a Steam Temperature Setting.
• Steam button (💡) has been pressed while the iron was cold. Select a temperature and let the iron preheat for 2 minutes. Allow 3–4 seconds between Steam button (💡) presses for best performance.
• If dry ironing, make sure the Adjustable Steam Lever is in the (Dry Iron) position.

Iron won't steam.

• Ensure there is water in the Water Tank.
• Move the Adjustable Steam Lever to the ⚙ (Steam) position.
• Allow iron to reach temperature by waiting until setting turns solid.
• Anti-drip feature will not allow steam when temperature setting is in the dry range.
• If all fabric settings on display blink, stop using the iron.

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 two (2) years 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., 120 V \~ 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 CHI Garment Care 1.844.882.9038 in the U.S. or visit www.chisteam.com in the U.S. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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