Abode GSI101R User manual

Model No: GSI101R
Steam Iron
User guide
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IMPORTANT:
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Contents
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Thank you for purchasing your Abode Steam Iron.
To get the best from your new iron, take a few moments to read these
instructions, and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
Should you require any further assistance, our friendly Customer
Service team will be happy to help.
Page
Safety Instructions
…………………………….…. 3
Steam Iron Overview
………………………………… 6
Before Use
………………………………… 7
Using
Your Steam Iron ………………………………… 8
Cleaning and Maintenance
………………………………… 15
Guarantee
………………………………… 16
Customer Support
………………………………… 17
Connection
to the Mains Supply ………………………………… 18

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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING:
When using the electrical appliance, the below basic safety
precautions should be followed:
•Read all instructions.
•The appliance must not be left unattended while it is
connected to the mains supply.
•Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handle or the switch.
•To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord,
plug, or appliance in water or other liquid.
•Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the worktop or
touch hot surfaces.
•Unplug from the mains outlet when filling with water,
emptying the water tank, before cleaning and when not in
use.
•Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or
damaged in any manner. The supply cord cannot be
replaced. If the cord is damaged the appliance should be
scrapped.
•The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock
or injury.

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Safety Instructions
•Never remove parts from the appliance, such as the feet,
screws and so on.
•Avoid contact with steam from the Steam Iron while in use
or just after it has switched off.
•Never overfill the Steam Iron. If overfilled, water may leak.
Always take care to pour the water slowly and carefully
when filling.
•This product is only intended for ironing fabrics.
•Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its
intended use.
•This product is intended for household use only. Do not use
outdoors.
Warning:
•It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person
to carry out any service or repair operation which involves
the removal of a cover which gives protection against
exposure to electrical parts.
•Children should not use this appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliances are used near children.
•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.

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Safety Instructions
•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 make sure that
they do not play with the appliance.
•Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling
with water or emptying and when not in use.
•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.
•If the malfunction indicator goes on, the flatiron is not
operating normally. Disconnect from the power supply and
have the flatiron serviced by qualified service personnel.
•PLEASE NOTE:
•Do not use chemical additive, scented substances or
decalcifiers. Failure to comply with the above-mentioned
regulations leads to the loss of guarantee.
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Soleplate
9
Top cover
2
Decorative cover
10
Supply cord
3
Spray nozzle
11
Cord bush
4
Front cover
12
Back cover
5
Fill cover
13
Temperature control light
6
Steam control
switch
14
Water tank
7
Spray button
15
Temperature control dial
8
Shot
-steam button
16
Plastic skirt
6
Steam Iron Overview

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Before Use
Check the iron after unpacking for any visual damage or missing parts
such as:
•Misaligned or damaged parts.
•Damage to the plug or cable.
•If any parts are missing or there is any damage please call customer
services.
We’re here should you need us.
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0845 209 7461
Opening times: Monday - Friday 8am –6pm & Saturday 9am –1pm
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Before first use:
A small amount of smoke may be produced during first time use, this is
normal and will quickly disappear.
When using the steam function for the first time, do not direct the
steam towards the laundry, as there could be debris from the steam
vents.
This steam iron must be put on a stable ironing board, away from walls
and cabinets.
When placing the Steam Iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on
which it is placed is stable.
The Steam Iron must be placed away from high temperatures.

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Using Your Steam Iron
ANTI-CALC SYSTEM
A special resin filter inside the water reservoir softens the water
and prevents scale build-up in the plate. The resin filter is
permanent and does not need replacing.
Please note:
Use tap water only. Distilled and/demineralised water makes the
“Zero-Calc”anti-calc system ineffective by altering its
physicochemical characteristics.
Do not use chemical additives, scented substances or decalcifiers.
Failure to comply with the above-mentioned regulations leads to
the loss of guarantee.
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM
With the anti-drip system, you can perfectly iron even the most
delicate fabrics.
Always iron these fabrics at low temperatures. The plate may cool
down to the point where no more steam comes out, but rather
drops of boiling water that can leave marks or stains. In these cases,
the Anti-drip system automatically activates to prevent
vaporization, so that you can iron the most delicate fabrics without
risk of spoiling or staining them.

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Using Your Steam Iron
When using the iron for the first time, you may notice a slight emission
of smoke and hear some sounds made by the expanding plastics. This
is quite normal and it stops after a short time. We also recommend
passing the iron over an ordinary cloth before using it for the first time.
Setting the temperature
Follow the ironing instructions on the garment label. If there are no
instructions but you do know the kind of fabric, please refer to the
following table.
Note: If the fabric consists of various kinds of fabrics, always select the
temperature required by the most delicate fabrics.
Fabric Temperature
control
Temperature
requirement
Garment
Label
Synthetic ●Low
temperature
Wool, Silk ●● Medium
temperature
Cotton, Linen ●●● High
temperature
Fabric not to be ironed
Start ironing the garments requiring a low temperature.
This reduces the waiting times (the iron takes less time to heat up
than to cool down) and eliminates the risk of scorching the fabric.

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Using Your Steam Iron
Steam ironing
Filling the reservoir
•Check that the plug is disconnected from the socket.
•Move the steam control switch to “min.”
•Open the lid.
•Raise the tip of the iron to help the water enter the opening
without overflowing.
•Slowly pour the water into the reservoir using a measuring jug and
take care not to go over the maximum level indicated by “MAX” on
the reservoir.
•Close the lid.