Express Compact GV7315 - Steam plant TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Express Compact GV7315 TEFAL

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WATER

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ECO

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Fig A

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ANTI-CALC

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Fig B

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ANTI-CALC

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Important recommendations

Safety instructions

• 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 manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

• Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord. Always unplug your appliance:

• before filling the water tank or rinsing the boiler,

• before cleaning the appliance,

• 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 persons (including children) with reduced or impaired physical, sensory or mental capacities or persons lacking appropriate knowledge or experience, unless a person responsible for their safety provides either supervision or appropriate instructions concerning use of the appliance prior to its use.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and persons lacking appropriate knowledge or experience or persons with reduced or impaired

physical, sensory or mental capacities provided that they have been thoroughly instructed regarding use of the appliance, are supervised, and understand the risks involved. Children must not be allowed to play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are aged 8 or over and are supervised. Keep the appliance and power cord out of the reach of children under 8 years of age.

- The surfaces of your appliance can reach very high temperatures when functioning, which may cause burns. Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance (accessible metal parts and plastic parts adjacent to the metallic parts).

- Never leave the appliance unattended :

- when it is connected to the mains, - until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).

- Before rinsing the boiler/rinsing the anti-scale valve (depending on the model), wait until the appliance is completely cold and has been unplugged for at least 2 hours before unscrewing the boiler rinse cap/ the scale collector cover.

- Warning: if the boiler cap or the boiler rinse cap (depending on the model), is dropped or severely knocked, have it replaced by an Approved Service Centre, as it may be damaged.

- When rinsing the boiler, never fill it directly from the tap.

- The boiler cap mus not be opened during use.

- The appliance must not be used if it has been dropped, if it has any visible damage, if it leaks, or if it functions

abnormally in any way. Do not attempt to dismantle your appliance: have it examined at a Tefal Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger.

- Check the electrical power and steam cords for signs of wear or damage prior to use. If the electrical power cord or the steam cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Tefal Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger.

• For your safety, this appliance conforms to all applicable regulations (Low Voltage Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Environment, etc).
• Your steam generator iron is an electrical appliance: it must be used under normal conditions of use. It is designed for domestic use only.
• It is equipped with 2 safety systems:

- a pressure release valve designed to avoid excessive pressure. In the event of malfunction, the valve releases excess steam.

- a thermal fuse to avoid overheating.

• Always plug your steam generator iron:

• into a mains circuit with voltage between 220 V and 240 V (Alternating current only),
• a socket outlet with ab earth connection.

Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee.

If you are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (16A) with an earth connection, and is fully extended.

• Completely unwind the power cord before plugging into an earthed socket outlet.
• The sole plate of your iron and the iron rest on the base unit can reach extremely high temperatures, and can cause burns: do not touch them. Never touch the electrical power cords with the sole plate of the iron.
• Always use a vented/mesh ironing board and be careful of hot steam when roning close to the edges of the board.
• Your appliance emits steam, which can cause burns. Always handle the iron with care, especially when ironing vertically. Never direct the steam towards people or animals.
• Never immerse your steam generator iron in water or any other liquid. Never place it under a running tap.

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TENTO NÁVOD K POUŽITÍ SI PROSÍM USCHOVEJTE

1. Steam control button
2. Iron temperature adjustment dial
3. Iron thermostat light
4. Iron rest
5. Power cord storage space
6. Power cord
7. Water tank
8. Steam generator boiler (in the base unit)
9. Iron-base steam cord
10. Steam cord storage compartment

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 easier 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 may be used?

- Tap water :

Your appliance has been designed to function using untreated tap water. If your water is very hard, we recommend you use a mix of 50% untreated tap water and 50% distilled water available in most shops.

- Types of water not to use :

Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic waste, mineral 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 iron. Also only use distilled water as advised above.

- Always remember :

Never use rainwater or water containing additives (like starch, fragrance or water from domestic appliances). Such additives can affect the steam properties and at high temperature, form deposits in the steam generator chamber which are likely to stain your washing.

Filling the water tank

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

1. Scale collector (depending on model)

2. Control panel
   a - OK button
   b - "Steam ready" light
   c - "water tank e empty" light
   d - "Anti-calc" indicator
   e - ECO mode button (depending on model)
   f - Illuminated on/off switch

3. Lock-System hoop (depending on model)

4. We recommend that you use a mesh type ironing board to allow steam to pass through the garments for better ironing results and also to prevent steam venting sideways.

5. Check that your appliance is unplugged and open the flap on the tank.
6. Pour in untreated tap water up to the max mark - fig.4.

Using your steam generator

The first time the appliance is used, there may be some fumes and smell but this is not harmful. They will not affect use and will disappear rapidly.

• 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 (according to the model).
• Plug in your steam generator to an earthed socket.
• Press on the on / off switch - Fig.14. The green light (located on the control panel) flashes and the boiler heats up - fig.9. When the green “steam ready” light stops flashing (after 2 minutes approximately), the appliance is ready.
• When starting, and regularly while it is being used, your steam generator's electric pump injects water into the boiler. It makes a noise but this is quite normal. You may also hear a clicking noise which is the steam valve opening. Again this is normal.

Use

Steam ironing

Do not place the iron on a metal support. When taking a break from ironing, always place the iron on the iron rest plate of the unit. It is equipped with non-slip pads and has been designed to withstand high temperatures.

• Place the iron's temperature control dial according to the type of fabric to be ironed (see table below).
• The thermostat light comes on. Important: whenever you start using your iron and whenever you reduce the temperature during use, the iron is fully ready for use when its thermostat light goes out and when the green light located on the control panel stops flashing and remains on.

During use, when you increase the temperature of the iron, you can start ironing immediately.

• While ironing, the light on top of the iron and the steam ready light turn on and off, as the temperature adjusts without interrupting ironing.
• To obtain steam, press on the steam control button under the iron handle and keep it pressed - fig.5. The steam will stop when you release the button.
• Always spray starch onto the reverse side of the fabric to be ironed.

Setting the temperature

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE AND STEAM OUTPUT ACCORDING TO TYPE OF FABRIC TO BE IRONED
TYPE OF FABRICS	Setting temperature control
Synthetics Silk,(polyester, acetate, acrylic, polyamide)	●	[6XCT]
Wool, Viscose	●●	[3XTS]
Linen, cotton	●●●

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 several times in a row, holding the iron away from your clothes. This will enable any cold water to be ejected from the steam circuit.

• Iron temperature setting:
• Start with the fabrics to be ironed at a low temperature ( ) and finish with those which need higher temperatures ( or Max).
• Mixed fibre fabric: set the ironing temperature to the setting for the most delicate fabric.
• If you put your thermostat in the "min" position, the iron does not become hot.

ECO MODE: Your steam generator iron has an ECO mode function which uses less power whilst still guaranteeing a sufficient steam flow for you to iron your garments properly. In order to use this function, once the thermostat of your iron has been correctly set (see table above), press on the ECO mode button located on the control panel. The ECO mode can be used on all types of fabrics, nevertheless for very thick or very creased fabrics, we recommend that you use the normal steam flow for best results - Fig 13.

Dry ironing

- Do not press the steam control button under the iron handle.

Vertical steam ironing

Recommendations : for fabrics other than linen or cotton, hold the iron a few centimetres from the garment to avoid burning the fabric.

• Set the iron temperature control dial to the MAX position.
• Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.

As steam is very hot: never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn, always hang garments on a coat hanger.

- Holding the iron in a vertical position, tilted slightly forwards, press repeatedly on the steam control button - fig.5 (underneath the iron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom - fig.6.

Refilling the water tank

• When the red "water tank empty" light starts flashing, it means that you have no more steam - fig.11. The water tank is empty.
• Switch off then unplug the steam generator and open the flap on the tank.
• Pour in untreated tap water up to the max mark - fig.4.
• Reconnect then switch the steam generator on again by pressing the on/off switch Fig. 14.

Maintenance and cleaning

Cleaning your generator

Before cleaning, ensure your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron have cooled down.

• Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate base-unit.
• Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.
• Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp, non-metallic washing up pad.
• Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft cloth.

Easy descaling of your steam generator (fig. A)

Do not use any descaling substances (vinegar, industrial descaling products, etc.) when rinsing the anti-scale valve: they could damage it.

Before emptying your steam generator, it must always be left to cool for 2 hours to avoid any risks of scalding.

To extend the life of your steam generator and avoid scale on your ironing, your steam generator is equipped with a built-in scale collector. This valve, located in the tank, automatically removes the scale that forms inside.

Operation:

- An orange “anti-scale” light located on the control panel starts blinking to tell you that the anti-scale valve needs rinsing.

Important: This operation must not be carried out unless the steam generator has been unplugged for at least two hours and has cooled down completely. To carry out this operation, the steam generator must be close to a sink as water may come out of the tank when it is opened.

• Once the steam generator has cooled down completely, remove the scale collector cover.
• Unscrew the anti-scale valve and remove it from the housing; it contains the scale that has built up in the tank.

• To clean the valve properly, just rinse it under running water to remove the scale it contains.

• If you find that scale is building up on the collector, from time to time you can leave it to soak in a container filled with lemon juice or white vinegar for around 4 hours. Rinse afterwards under running water.

• Put the valve back into its housing and screw it in completely to keep it watertight.
• Refit the scale collector cover.
• In addition to this regular maintenance, we recommend complete rinsing of the tank every six months or after every 25 uses. To do this:
• Check that the steam generator is cold and has been unplugged for more than 2 hours.
• Place the steam generator on the edge of the sink and put the iron standing upright alongside it.
• Remove the collector cover and unscrew the scale collector.
• Hold your steam generator at an angle and use a jug to fill the boiler with with 1/4 litre of tap water.
• Shake the case for a few seconds then empty it completely into the sink.
• Fit the collector back in its housing and screw it on tightly to ensure it is watertight.
• Put the scale collector cover back in place.

The next time you use your iron, press the "OK" button on the control panel to turn off the orange "anti-scale" light Fig. 12.

Rinsing the boiler, once a month (Fig. B)

Before cleaning, ensure your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron have cooled down.

- To extend the efficient operating life of your boiler and avoid scale particles on your linen, your generator is equipped with an orange “boiler rinse” warning light that flashes on the control panel after about 10 uses.

• If the orange “boiler rinse” warning light flashes, you can continue ironing normally but remember to rinse the boiler first the next time that you use it.
• Before proceeding, check that the generator is cool and unplugged for more than 2 hours.
• Place the steam generator on the edge of your sink, with the iron placed to one side, standing on its heel.
• Unscrew anti-clockwise a quarter of a turn the boiler rinse cap.
  • Using a coin, gently unscrew the boiler rinse cap.
• Holding the steam generator in a tilted position, and using a jug, fill the boiler with 14 litre of untreated tap water.
• Shake the base unit for a few moments and then empty it completely into your sink.
• To obtain the best results, we recommend that this operation is done twice.
• Screw back and tighten up the boiler rinse cap with a coin.
• Put the boiler rinse cap cover back in place.
• The next time you use the generator hold down the "OK" button for a few seconds to turn off the orange light Fig. 12.

Storing your 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 is safely locked onto its housing (depending on model).
• Store the electrical cord in its storage place - fig.7.
• Store the steam cord away in its compartment - fig.8.
• Leave the iron (and the iron rest) to cool down for 1 hour before storing it away.

Environment protection first!

① Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a civic waste disposal centre.

A problem with your generator?

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS
The steam generator does not switch on or the iron indicator and ON/OFF indicator do not switch on.	The appliance is not switched on. Check that your appliance is correctly plugged in and press the illuminated on/off switch.
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 thermostat light to go out before activating the steam button.
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. We recommend that you use a mesh type ironing board.
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 water tank or 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 water tank is empty (red light is flashing). Fill the tank and press the "OK" button until the indicator goes out.
	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 anti-scale valve plug has not been tightened correctly.	Tighten the anti-calc valve plug correctly.
	The anti-scale valve plug 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 Approved Service Centre.
The red “water tank empty” light is flashing.	The water tank is empty. Press the “OK” button on the control panel until the warning light goes out.
Steam or water escapes under the appliance.	The generator is faulty. Stop using the generator and contact a Approved Service Centre.
While ironing your steam generator can make a loud electric pump noise.	This is normal and is the pump injecting water into the boiler, or the steam valve opening.	If necessary refill your water tank (see page 3 for filling the water tank).
The “anti calc” indicator is flashing.	Your generator requires descaling.	Press the “OK” button on the control panel until the warning light goes out. The next time you use your iron, press and hold the “OK” button for a few seconds on the control panel to turn off the orange “anti-scale” light.

If you have any problems or queries please call our Customer Relations team first for expert help and advice: 0845 602 1454 - UK /
[phone] - ROI or consult our website - www.tefal.co.uk

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