Essential FV1036 - Iron TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Tefal
Model	Essential FV1036
Product type	Clothes iron
Power supply voltage	120 V / 125 V
Ironing modes	Dry ironing, steam, extra steam
Spray function	Yes
Vertical steaming	Yes
Anti-calc system	Removable anti-calc rod
Self Clean	Yes
Heating indicator light	Yes
Thermostat adjustment	Yes, by slider
Rest position	On the heel
Cord storage	Wound around the heel
Safety	Do not immerse, unplug before filling, do not use if cord damaged
Recommended water	Tap water, mix 50% demineralized water if very hard
Anti-calc rod maintenance	Once a month: soak 4h in white vinegar or lemon juice
Self clean frequency	Once a month

Frequently Asked Questions - Essential FV1036 TEFAL

Why does water leak from the holes in the soleplate?

This may be due to too low a temperature. Make sure the indicator light has turned off before using steam. Avoid pressing the extra steam trigger too frequently (wait a few seconds). Also check that you emptied the water tank and set the steam control to the storage position after use.

How to avoid brown stains on laundry?

Brown stains can come from using chemical descaling products or unsuitable water. Do not add any products and use only tap water or a mixture of demineralized water. Perform a Self Clean regularly. Also clean the soleplate with a damp sponge.

What to do if the iron produces little or no steam?

Check the water level in the tank. Clean the anti-calc rod (soak in white vinegar). Perform a Self Clean if the iron is scaled. Make sure the thermostat is set in the steam zone (from ●● to MAX).

The soleplate is dirty or brown and stains the laundry, what to do?

Clean the soleplate while still warm with a damp sponge. If dirt persists, do a Self Clean. Use a temperature adapted to the fabric and spray starch on the wrong side of the garment if you use it.

The spray does not spray water, why?

Make sure the water tank contains enough water (at least a little). If the level is low, fill it up to the MAX mark.

What water to use in the Tefal Essential FV1036 iron?

Use tap water. If your water is very hard, mix 50% tap water and 50% demineralized water. Never use water containing additives (starch, perfume, softener) nor condensation water (from dryer, refrigerator, air conditioner).

How to clean the anti-calc rod?

Once a month, unplug the iron, empty the tank, set the steam control to Self Clean, remove the rod by pulling it upwards. Let it soak 4 hours in a glass of white vinegar or lemon juice. Rinse with clear water and put it back in place until it clicks.

How to perform self-cleaning (Self Clean)?

Fill the tank, plug in the iron and set the thermostat to maximum. Wait for the indicator light to go out, then unplug. Place the iron over a sink, set the steam control to Self Clean, remove the anti-calc rod. Gently shake the iron horizontally until water with impurities flows out of the soleplate. Replace the rod, plug back in for 2 minutes on the heel to dry.

What to do if the iron does not heat up?

Check that the thermostat is not set to MIN (the iron does not heat in this position). Make sure the plug is properly inserted and the socket works. If the problem persists, contact an authorized service center.

Can I dry iron with this iron?

Yes, set the steam control to the OFF position (corresponding symbol) and adjust the temperature according to the fabric. The iron dry irons when the indicator light goes out.

USER MANUAL Essential FV1036 TEFAL

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RECOMMANDATIONS IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ

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UTILISATION

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Important safety recommendations ...... p. 20

Before first use p. 22

PREPARATION

Which water should I use? p. 23

Filling the water tank.... p. 23

USE

Adjusting the temperature and steam.... p. 24

Dry ironing p. 25

Getting more steam.... p. 25

Vertical steam ironing.... p. 26

Dampening clothing (Spray) p. 27

While ironing p. 27

IRON STORAGE AND MAINTANANCE

Iron storage.... p. 28

Cleaning the anti-limescale collector (once per month) ...... p. 28

Descaling the steam chamber (once per month) ...... p. 30

Cleaning the soleplate p.31

IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR IRON?

Problems, possible causes, solutions.... p. 32-33

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using the iron.

When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Use iron only for its intended use.
2. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
3. Always turn the iron 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.
4. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
5. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and when not in use.
6. 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. Contact our Consumer Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. This appliance is only for domestic and personal use.

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 15 amp. cord should be used. Cords rated for less amper may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For your safety

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This appliance complies with the technical rules and standards for safety currently in force (Electromagnetic Compatibility, Low Voltage, Environnement).

• 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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• During the first few uses, a harmless odor and a small amount of smoke may be given off. This has no effect on the use of the iron and will disappear quickly.

• Warning ! The voltage of your electrical installation must correspond to that of the iron (120V or 125V). Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreversible damage to the iron and will terminate the guarantee.

• If it is absolutely essential to use an extension cable, choose a 15 amp cord.
• If the electrical cord becomes damaged, it must be immediately replaced by an Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger.
• The appliance should not be used if it has fallen, if it has obvious damage, if it leaks or functions incorrectly. Never dismantle your appliance: have it inspected by an Approved Service Centre, to avoid any danger.
• Never immerse your iron in water!
• Do not unplug your appliance by pulling on the cord. Always unplug your appliance: before filling or rinsing the water tank, before cleaning it, after each use.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains. Before storing the appliance, once it is unplugged, please wait until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).
• Your appliance gives off steam, which may cause burns. Take extra care especially when you are ironing close to the edge or on a corner of your ironing board. Never direct the steam towards people or animals.
• Your iron should be used and placed on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. When you put your iron onto its iron rest, make sure that the surface on which you put it is stable.
• This product has been designed for domestic and indoor use only. The manufacturer will accept no responsibility and the guarantee will be terminated, if this product is used for commercial purposes, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions.

Environment protection first!

i Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Remove any labels from the soleplate before heating the iron.

Before using the steam function in your iron for the first time, we recommend that you allow the iron to operate a few moments in a horizontal position without coming into contact with your laundry. Keeping the iron in this position, push the steam button several times.

During the first few uses, the appliance may produce smoke, a harmless odor and a light emission of particles. These are simply the engineering residues from the manufacturing process burning off. These are harmless and will quickly disappear.

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PREPARATION

Which water should I use?

• Your appliance was designed to operate using untreated tap water. However, it is necessary to periodically clean the steam chamber to remove any mineral deposits.
• Do not use pure demineralised or pure distilled water, water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, rain water, filtered, bottled or boiled water, water from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled water or rain water as these may damage the iron. These types of water contain organic waste, mineral elements that become concentrated when heated and cause spitting, brown staining, leaking or premature wear on your iron

If your water is very hard, mix 50% untreated tap water with 50% distilled water (available in hardware stores).

Filling the water tank

• Unplug the iron before filling it.
- Set the steam control to
- Lift the iron and, holding it at a slight incline, point the soleplate up.
- Open the water tank cover.

- Fill the water tank to the mark "MAX".

- Close the water tank cover.

USE

- Plug in the appliance.

Adjusting the temperature and steam

- Adjust the temperature and steam control, referring to the table below.

FABRIC	TEMPERATURE CONTROL POSITION	STEAM CONTROL POSITION
LINENCOTTONWOOL	MAX········
SILK/SYNTHETIC (Polyester, Acetate, Acrylic, Polyamide))	●

= STEAM ZONE

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- The temperature indicator light turns on.

- It will turn off automatically once the soleplate achieves the desired temperature.

Your iron heats quickly: begin with fabrics that require lower temperatures.

When ironing fabrics with most delicate fibers: set the ironing temperature for the most fragile fiber.

The iron will not heat up if the thermostat control is set to "MIN".

Dry ironing

• Set the temperature according to the fabric to be ironed.
• Set the steam control to
• You may continue to iron when the indicator light turns off.

Getting more steam

- Set the thermostat control to "MAX" or "●●●".

• Press the turbo steam button periodically (turbo steam).
• To avoid water dripping on the laundry, maintain an interval of a few seconds in between each press.

Vertical steam ironing

- Hang the item on a hanger. The steam is very hot; never steam iron clothing while it is being worn - always use a hanger.

- Set the thermostat control to "MAX".

- Press the turbo steam button (turbo steam) in pulses, moving the iron from top to bottom.

- Hold the iron at a distance of a few centimeters from the clothing to avoid burning delicate fabrics.

Dampening clothing (Spray)

• Press repeatedly on the spray button to moisten clothing and remove stubborn creases.
• Ensure that there is water in the tank before using the spray button.

While ironing

- Do not lay the iron down on the soleplate; use the heel rest for this purpose.

IRON STORAGE AND MAINTANANCE

Storing your iron

- Unplug the iron and wait for the soleplate to cool (approx. 45 min.).

- Empty the water tank.

- Set the steam control to

- Wrap the cord around the iron's heel rest. Store the iron on its heel rest.

Cleaning the anti-limescale collector (once per month)

- Unplug your iron and empty the water tank.

• To remove the anti-limescale collector, set the steam control to

- Pull on the collector near the steam control.

- Soak the collector for 4 hours in a glass of water with lemon juice.

- Rinse the collector under the tap.

- Insert the collector in place, pushing it until you hear a click.

Beware!

Never touch the end of the collector.

The iron will not function without the anti-calc valve collector.

Descaling the steam chamber (once per month)

• Allow your iron to heat up with a full water tank while on its heel rest and with the temperature control set to maximum.
• Once the indicator light switches off, unplug the iron and place it over a sink.

• To remove the anti-limescale collector, set the steam control to
- Shake the iron gently in a horizontal position above the sink until some of the water (containing the impurities) leaks from the soleplate.
- To finish the process, replace the anti-limescale collector, pushing it until you hear a click.
- Plug in your iron for 2 minutes on the heel rest to dry the soleplate.

- Unplug your iron and, once cooled, wipe it with a wet sponge.

- Never use chemical or abrasive products.

During the next use, turn on your iron in a horizontal position without putting it into contact with your laundry in order to eliminate any water containing mineral residues that remain in the soleplate.

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Cleaning the soleplate

- While the soleplate is still cool, clean it with a wet sponge.

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- Never use chemical or abrasive products.

IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR IRON?

PROBLEMS	POSSIBLE CAUSES	SOLUTIONS
Water is leaking from the holes in the soleplate.	You are using the steam when the iron is not hot enough.	Wait for the indicator light to turn off.
	You are using the button (turbo steam) too often.	Wait a few seconds between each use.
	You have stored the iron horizontally without emptying the water tank or setting the steam control to ☒.	See the chapter on «Storing your iron».
	The chosen temperature is too low and does not allow the formation of steam.	Position the thermostat in the steam range (from •• to MAX).
The iron leaks at the start of ironing.	You have removed the anti-limescale collector to fill up your iron.	Do not remove the anti-limescale collector when filling the iron.
	The steam control dial is not set to ☒ when filling the water tank.	Ensure that the steam control dial is set to ☒ when filling the water tank.
A brown discharge coming from the soleplate is staining the clothing.	You are using chemical descaling agents.	Do not introduce a descaling agent into the water tank.
	You are not using the right type of water.	Clean the steam chamber and see the chapter on «What water should I use?»
	Clothing fibres are building up in the holes of the soleplate and burning.	Clean the steam chamber and the soleplate with a damp sponge. Periodically vacuum the holes in the soleplate.
The soleplate is dirty or brown and may stain clothing.	The temperature of the iron is too hot.	Clean the soleplate as indicated above. Consult the table of temperatures to adjust the temperature.
	You are using starch. Clean the soleplate as indicated above. Spray the starch on the reverse side of the clothing to be ironed.
	Your laundry has not been rinsed sufficiently or you are ironing a new item of clothing before washing it.	Ensure that your laundry is sufficiently rinsed to eliminate potential soap deposits or chemical products on new items of clothing.

PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS

Your iron produces little to no steam.	The water tank is empty. Fill it up.
	The anti-limescale collector is dirty.	Clean the anti-limescale collector.
	Your iron is clogged up with limescale.	Clean the anti-limescale collector and steam chamber.
	Your iron has been used for too long in the dry ironing function.	Clean the steam chamber.
	The chosen temperature is too low and does not allow the formation of steam.	See the chapter “Adjusting the temperature and steam”.
The soleplate is scratched or damaged.	You have placed your iron on a metallic iron rest or ironed over metal zips or fasteners.	Always place your iron on its heel rest when not in use.Do not iron over metal zips or fastners.
The iron steams once the water tank has been filled.	The steam control dial is not set to ☒.	Ensure that the steam control dial is set to ☒
	The water tank is too full. Do not exceed the max level for filling.
The spray does not spray water.	The water tank is not full enough.	Add water to the water tank.

If you have any problems or queries please call our Customer Relations team first for expert help and advice: consult our website for contact details www.t-fal.com

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