14348 - Iron HAMILTON BEACH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 14348 HAMILTON BEACH

This product is intended for household use only.WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (onewide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits onlyone way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose ofthe plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electri- cian replace the outlet.

OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

Please Read Before First Use

• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke. This will stop and does not indicate a defect or hazard.

• Many irons spit or sputter during the first few uses with tap water. This happens as the steam chamber becomes condi- tioned. This will stop after a few uses.

• Steam vents should be cleared before first use. Prepare iron for steam ironing; then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes while letting iron steam. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

1. Use iron only for its intended use.

2. Verify that the voltage in your home corresponds to that of your

3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron

in water or other liquids.

4. The iron should always be turned to OFF before plugging or

unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.

5. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely

before putting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.

6. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with

water or emptying and when not in use.

7. 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. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.

8. 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.

9. 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. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

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

appliance on the same circuit.

2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere cord

should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 840164202 ENv05.qxd:840164200 ENv01.qxd 7/14/10 1:24 PM Page 25

Parts and Features The iron is equipped with a position sensor. If iron is left motionless, it will turn off automatically and cool to room temperature. To restart, move iron and allow it to reheat on heel position: — Iron will reheat to the previously selected setting. — Iron will lose memory when turned off ( O ) or unplugged. The iron turns off automatically when left in these positions: Iron Position Inadvertently resting on soleplate Inadvertently resting on either side Resting on heel Position Sensing Feature Retractable Cord* Cord Release Button* Spray and Blast of Steam Buttons Adjustable Steam Dial Water Tank Fill Cover Soleplate Water Tank Self-Clean Button Power Indicator Lights (see inset) Temperature Settings Button (see inset) Heel Rest The light is . . . This means . . . RED and Solid Power OFF ( O ). This light will remain on until iron is unplugged. RED and Blinking Iron was heating/reheating and went to OFF ( O ). Iron will reheat when moved. GREEN and Solid Iron is heated and ready for ironing. GREEN and Blinking Iron is preheating/heating. *on selected models only Motionless Time 30 seconds 15 minutes max 15 minutes 840164202 ENv05.qxd:840164200 ENv01.qxd 7/14/10 1:24 PM Page 46

2. Turn Adjustable Steam Dial to the (Dry Iron) position.

3. Set Temperature Settings to desired temperature. With iron

in an upright position, allow 3 minutes for iron to reach desired temperature. Do not preheat iron with soleplate facing down.

4. To turn iron off, set Temperature Settings to OFF ( O ).

The iron may be turned off by pressing the Temperature Settings Button for 3 seconds. To Steam Iron

1. Unplug iron. Open Water Tank Fill Cover. Using a cup,

slowly pour 6 ounces (3⁄4 cup) of tap water into the water tank opening. Close Water Tank Fill Cover.

3. Set Temperature Settings to desired setting in steam

range. With iron in an upright position, allow 3 minutes for iron to reach desired temperature. Do not preheat iron with soleplate facing down.

4. Set Adjustable Steam to desired steam output.

5. To turn off, turn Adjustable Steam Dial to (Dry Iron). Set

Temperature Settings to OFF ( O ). (Iron may also be turned off by pressing Temperature Settings Button for 3 seconds.)

6. Empty water from the iron following directions in “Care and

Cleaning.” Water Please use ordinary tap water. If you have extremely hard water, alternate between tap water and distilled water for use in the iron. Adjustable Steam Dial Provides minimum steam for wool or maximum steam for linen. Set the dial to to change to Dry Iron. Blast of Steam and Spray Buttons Push Blast of Steam Button for an extra blast of steam. Push Spray Button to release a fine spray of water for difficult wrinkles in cotton or linen. Blast of Steam Spray Features (on selected models) Retractable Cord

1. Pull cord to desired length. Do not

unwind cord beyond colored tape indicator on cord.

2. To store cord, press and hold the

Cord Release Button while guiding the cord into the storage area. WARNING! To reduce the risk of an eye injury, hold the plug while retracting the cord. 840164202 ENv05.qxd:840164200 ENv01.qxd 7/14/10 1:24 PM Page 69

Temperature Settings To Iron Off Nylon Acrylic Silk Polyester Rayon Wool Cotton Linen Ironing Instructions Steam Setting Dry iron on the reverse side of the fabric. Dry iron on the reverse side of the fabric. Dry iron on the reverse side of the fabric. Iron with fabric still damp. Iron on the reverse side of fabric. Steam iron on the reverse side of fabric. Iron while still damp using steam and/or spray. Iron on reverse side of fabric while still damp. Vertical Steam

1. Follow Steps 1 through 4 in

2. Hang garment in a location that is

not susceptible to damage from heat or moisture. Do not hang in front of wallpaper, window, or mirror.

3. Hold iron about 6 inches away from

garment. Press and release the Blast of Steam Button to steam out wrinkles. Do not press Blast of Steam Button more than once every 3 seconds.

4. To turn iron off, turn Temperature Settings to OFF ( O ).

5. Empty water from the iron following directions in “Care and

Cleaning.” NOTICE: Do not allow the hot soleplate to touch delicate garments. Features (cont.) Care and Cleaning Iron

1. The Water Tank of your iron should be emptied after each

use. Set Temperature Settings Button to OFF ( O ). Unplug the iron and open Water Tank Fill Cover. Turn iron upside down until Water Tank Opening is parallel with sink. Water will run out of water tank opening.

2. After iron has completely cooled, store in an upright posi-

tion. NOTICE: Do not store iron laying flat on soleplate. 840164202 ENv05.qxd:840164200 ENv01.qxd 7/14/10 1:24 PM Page 811 Troubleshooting Won’t heat PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Water is leaking Won’t steam Leaves spots

• Is the iron plugged in and the outlet working? Check the outlet by plugging in a lamp.

• Is the Temperature Settings Button set on a fabric setting?

• Iron may have gone to auto off (blinking red light). Push “Settings” to restart and adjust to desired temperature.

• Do not overfill the water tank.

• If steam ironing, is Adjustable Steam Dial in a steam position, the Temperature Settings Button in the steam range, and did the iron have enough time to preheat?

• If dry ironing, make sure the Adjustable Steam Dial is in the (DRY IRON) position.

• Check the water level.

• Is the Adjustable Steam Dial in a STEAM position?

• Has the iron had enough time to preheat?

• ALWAYS empty the water tank of the iron after using. Water left in the tank may discolor clothing and soleplate.

• If the iron cord should become twisted, unplug iron and let cool. Hold iron cord in the middle of entire length. Let plug and iron dangle freely until cord uncoils. This will extend the life of your iron cord. Twisted cord

1. Never iron over zippers, pins, metal rivets, or snaps, since

these may scratch the soleplate.

2. To clean occasional buildup on the soleplate, wipe with

a sudsy cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

3. Always store iron upright in the heel rest position.

Self-Clean To keep the steam vents clear of any buildup, follow these instructions each time you iron using steam.

1. Set Temperature Settings Button to OFF ( O ) and set

Adjustable Steam Dial to (DRY). Fill iron with water to 1⁄2 of its maximum capacity.

2. Set Temperature Settings Button to Linen setting and let

iron heat for 2 minutes. Keep Adjustable Steam Dial on (DRY).

3. Set Temperature Settings Button to OFF ( O ). Unplug iron

and hold over a sink with soleplate facing down.

4. Turn Adjustable Steam Dial to (MAX), while pressing Self-

Clean Button often. Boiling water and steam will flow out of steam vents. Allow all water to drain from iron.

5. Gently move iron front to back to allow water to clean

entire soleplate area.

6. If water still remains inside of soleplate, reheat iron as

indicated in Step 2. Boiling water and steam could still flow out of steam vents. 840164202 ENv05.qxd:840164200 ENv01.qxd 7/14/10 1:24 PM Page 1013

LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty applies to products purchased 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 one (1) year 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. 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 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance. Troubleshooting (cont.) Blinking red light PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE All lights blinking Continuous blinking green light

• Iron went to auto off. Iron will reheat when moved.

• Unplug iron; then plug back in to reset. Reselect previous temperature setting. If all lights are still blinking, call Customer Service.

• Overuse of steam causes the soleplate to cool. The light blinks as the iron reheats. 840164202 ENv05.qxd:840164200 ENv01.qxd 7/14/10 1:24 PM Page 1215