MODE D'EMPLOI Vaporella Forever 950 POLTI
Vaporella Forever 900 Inox
Vaporella Forever 900
Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.
1) Tank cap
2) Illuminated ON/OFF switch
3) Tank (Fig. 6)
4) Water filter (Fig. 6)
5) Steam pressure indicator light
6) Steam flow control knob
7) Iron temperature control knob
8) Flex (Steam and electric)
9) Power supply cable
10) Steam request button
11) "Iron heating" indicator light
12) Continuous steam jet button (*)
(*) (only for VL Forever 900)
Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specification without prior notice.
This unit conforms with EC-directives 89/336 as amended by 93/68 (EMC) and 73/23 as amended by 93/68 (low voltage).
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING
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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance.
- Any use which does not comply with these instructions will invalidate the warranty.
- The wiring system to which the appliance is connected must always comply with the laws in force.
- Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the mains voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the data label of the appliance and that the power outlet is connected to earth
- Always turn off the appliance at the on/off switch before unplugging it.
- If the appliance is left unused, always disconnect it from the mains. Never leave the appliance unattended with the cable plugged into the mains.
• Always make sure the appliance is unplugged before performing maintenance work of any kind
- Do not pull the power supply cable out of the socket, but grasp the plug itself to avoid damage to the socket.
- Do not allow the power supply cable to be twisted, crushed, stretched, or come into contact with sharp or hot surfaces.
- Do not use the appliance if the power cable or other important parts are damaged.
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Do not use electric extension leads that are not authorized by the manufacturer, as they may cause damage or fire.
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If it is necessary to replace the power supply cable, please refer to the nearest Polti authorised service centre, since the use of a special tool is necessary.
- Never touch the appliance with wet hands or feet with the cable plugged into the mains.
- Do not use the appliance when barefoot.
- Do not use the appliance near a bathtub, shower or container full of water
- Never immerse the appliance, the cable or the plugs in water or other liquids.
- Use of the appliance where there is a danger of explosions is prohibited.
- Do not use the product with toxic substances.
- Do not lay the hot appliance on surfaces sensitive to heat.
- Do not leave the appliance exposed to wind or rain.
- Do not place the appliance near a live element, an electric stove or any other source of heat.
- Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures
- Never let children or people who are not familiar with how the appliance works use it.
- Do not press the buttons hard or with a pointed object such as a pen.
• Always rest the appliance on a stable surface.
- In case of accidental fall of the appliance it is necessary to have it checked by an authorized Service Centre as the internal safety features may have been affected.
- In case of breakdown or malfunction switch off the appliance and never attempt to disassemble it, but refer to an authorized Service Centre.
- In order to avoid prejudicing the safety of the appliance, use only original spare parts and accessories approved by the manufacturer.
- Do not wind the power cable around the appliance, especially when the appliance is still hot.
- During refilling water, switch off and disconnect the appliance from the mains.
- It is necessary to keep the unit in horizontal position during operation.
- Do not direct the steam jet on electrical appliances.
- Leave the appliance to cool down before cleaning it.
- Before storing the appliance be sure that it has completely cooled down.
- This appliance is equipped with safety devices which are to be replaced only by a suitably qualified technician.
- Do not direct the steam jet at people, animals or debris. Danger of burns!
- Never place your hands inside the jet of steam.
Danger of burns!
- Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in the water tank.
- Water by its nature contains magnesium, mineral salts and other deposits which in hard water areas can contribute to lime-
scale build-up in the tank. To avoid these problems, it is necessary to swill out with tapwater and empty the generator tank after every 3 or 4 uses. In hard water areas we recommend the use of KALSTOP, a special natural-base decalcifier which inhibits and breaks down limescale, making it easy to remove just by swilling out the tank with a little tapwater. This is a preventive against lime scale build-up and protects the metal walls of the steam generator tank. KALSTOP is available from Polti dealers or by mail-order from your Polti Service Centre.
- We recommend you use original Polti products only, as products of other brands may not be suitable for use in Polti products and could cause damage.
- Never use distilled water or scented water.
- If you iron sitting down, do not put your legs under the ironing board, the steam can cause burns.
- Iron only on heat resistant surfaces and on surfaces that allow the steam to escape, e.g. mesh ironing boards.
- The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
- When placing the iron on its stand, make sure that the surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
- 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 should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
IMPORTANT
Before leaving our factory all our products are rigorously tested. Therefore, your VAPORELLA may contain some residual water in its tank.
CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT
This appliance is intended for home use as a steam generator as described and in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual.
Please read these instructions carefully and keep them, as you may find them useful in future.
Polti declines liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of VAPORELLA which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this manual.
ATTENTION
Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE): information for users
This product complies with EU Directive 2002/96/EC.
The crossed-out wastebasket symbol on the appliance means that at the end of its useful lifespan, the product must be disposed of separately from ordinary household wastes.
The user is responsible for delivering the appliance to an appropriate collection facility at the end of its useful lifespan.
Appropriate separate collection to permit recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal helps prevent negative impact on the environment and human health and promotes recycling of the materials making up the product. For more information on available collection facilities, contact your local waste collection service or the shop where you bought this appliance.
PREPARATION FOR USE
- Pull up the self-refilling tank cap (1) (Fig. 1) and fill the tank with 700 cc of water, making sure it does not overflow. Close the cap.
- Normal tapwater can be used. However, as water by its nature contains limestone, which may cause build-up of limescale in the boiler, in hard water areas we recommend the use of our natural-base decalcifier Kalstop FP 2003.
- Connect the cable plug to an earthed power supply of the correct voltage.
- Press the illuminated ON/OFF switch (2); both the steam pressure indicator light (5) and the “iron heating” indicator light (11) go on (Fig.2).
- The noise you hear at times during the functioning of the appliance is normal and is simply due to the water flowing from the reservoir tank to the boiler
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Before ironing a garment, it is always advisable to check the symbols and instructions on the label provided by the garment manufacturer.
Check which kind of ironing is recommended, referring to the table below:
| Steam ironing allowedFor dry ironing, set thermostat on ••• |
| Steam ironing allowedFor dry ironing, set thermostat on •• |
| Check the fabric's resistance to steam ironing or dry iron with thermostat set on • |
| - do not iron- steam ironing or treatment not allowed |
STEAM IRONING
- Set the iron temperature on "COTTON - LINEN" steam position (fig. 3), by turning the control knob (7).
- Wait for both the steam pressure indicator light (5) and the "iron heating" indicator light (11) to go off (about 3 minutes). Push the steam request button (10) on the iron to release steam from the holes on the soleplate. Release the button and the steam flow stops.
NOTE: at the first request of steam, a few drops of water mixed with steam may come out of the soleplate until the temperature stabilizes. It is advisable to direct the first jets of steam onto an old cloth until a uniform stable jet of steam is obtained.
- In order to have a continuous steam jet, move the button (12) forwards. Steam will keep on coming out, even if you release the button. To interrupt the steam flow, move the button (12) backwards (fig.4).
(only for VL Forever 900).
- By turning the steam flow control knob (6) you can vary the quantity of steam according to the kind of textiles to be ironed (more or less delicate). You can increase the steam flow by turning the knob in clockwise direction. Turning it in an anticlockwise direction reduces the steam flow (fig. 5). We suggest the maximum emission for heavy textiles like jeans and linen, medium for cotton, minimum for light delicate textiles.
DRY IRONING:
- For DRY ironing (without steam), set the iron temperature by turning the control knob (7) on the position required for the fabric, as shown on the same knob. When dry ironing, be careful NOT TO PRESS THE STEAM REQUEST BUTTON (10) on the iron, otherwise water may leak from the soleplate.
NOTE:
- Both (5) and (11) indicator lights go on and off during operation; this is quite normal and means that the electric resistances are operating to maintain the system at a constant temperature.
- If no steam is released from the iron, check that the steam pressure light (5) is off.
CLEANING THE WATER FILTER
If the water filter (4) becomes dirty, proceed as described below:
- Remove the tank cap (1).
- Remove the water filter (4) (fig. 6) from its place and clean it under running water.
- Put the filter (4) back in its place and reclose the tank cap.
FILLING THE TANK
It is necessary to fill up the tank with water before it becomes empty. If no steam comes out when pressing the steam request button, this means that there is no more water in the tank.
To keep on working, simply restore the water level in the self-refilling tank as described in the “Preparation for use” paragraph.
CARE OF YOUR VAPORELLA
- Before attempting any maintenance operation, always disconnect the appliance from the mains.
- To clean the body of the appliance, simply use a moist cloth. Do not use solvents or detergents which may harm the body material.
