GVA GVASIS User manual

Instruction Manual
GVASIS
STEAM
IRON

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Contents
Guide to the Appliance 2
Caring for the Environment 3
Safety Information and Warnings 4
Getting Started 7
Operation Instructions 8
Troubleshooting 11
Care and Maintenance 12
Technical Specifications 13

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1. Spray nozzle
2. Water filling inlet
3. Steam regulator
4. Burst steam button
5. Spray button
6. Self cleaning button
7. Thermostat dial
8. Power indicator light
9. Water reservoir
10. Soleplate
Guide to the Appliance
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Caring for the Environment
Responsible disposal of the packaging
The packaging of your appliance has been selected from environmentally friendly
materials and can usually be recycled. Please ensure these are disposed of correctly. Plastic
wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, please ensure all
packaging materials are out of reach and are safely disposed of. Please ensure they are
offered for recycling rather than throwing these materials away.
Responsible disposal of the appliance
At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household rubbish
An environmentally friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can
be recovered and used again. Electrical and electronic appliances contain materials and
substances which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous on
the environment and human health.

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Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of product.
The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when
correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the
warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass these instructions on to the
next owner of the appliance.
Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention measures when using an
electrical appliance, including the following:
Electrical safety and cord handling
• Voltage: Make sure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency correspond to the voltage
indicated on the appliance rating label and your outlet socket is properly earthed. If this is
not the case, do not use the iron.
• Separate circuit: Do not use any other appliance at the same time on the same electrical
circuit as it may overload the circuit and trip the circuit breaker.
• Water: To reduce the risk of electrocution,never operate the iron with wet hands. Never
immerse the cord, plug or iron in water or other liquid.
• No extension cord: Do not use this iron with an extension cord.
• Protect the power cord. Do not damage the cord, do not kink or squash it and protect
it from sharp edges. Do not let the cord touch any hot surface, including the ironing
soleplate. Run the cord in such a way that there will be no risk of anyone pulling it
inadvertently or tripping over it during use. Unwind and straighten the cord before use. Do
not roll the cord around the iron for storage until the iron has cooled down, then loop the
cord loosely around the iron.
• Damage: Do not pick up or operate the appliance after it malfunctions, is leaking or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Do not use it if it works intermittently or stops
working entirely. In case of damage, contact the after sales support line for advice.
• Damaged cord: If the power supply cord is damaged, do not attempt to change it yourself.
A damaged cord or plug must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Repair: To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Incorrect
reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used. Never insert any
objects into the appliance.
• Disconnect: Turn all controls off and unplug the iron from the power socket before filling
the water tank with water, before emptying the tank and after use. Grip the plug when
disconnecting, do not pull on the cord.
Safety Information and Warnings

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Usage conditions and restrictions
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• It is not suitable for commercial or outdoor use. Do not use it for anything other than its
intended purpose and only use it as described here.
• Usage restriction: The 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: Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the
appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children. Do not let children touch the iron while it is in use.
• Liability: Improper use or installation may result in the risk of fire, electric shock and/
or injury. We assume no liability for any eventual damages caused by improper use
or inappropriate handling, or by any other noncompliance with the instructions in this
manual.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
• RCD: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device (safety switch),
we recommend installing an RCD with a rated residual operating current not exceeding
30mA to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances. See
your electrician for professional advice.
Safe operation
• Work surface: Only use and rest the appliance on a firm, flat and stable surface.
• Water tank: Only fill water into the water tank. Do not add scented water, vinegar or
any other additives into the water tank; they can damage the iron. Empty the water
tank after use.
• Water inlet: Do not open the water inlet cover during use.
• Temperature control: Ensure the temperature dial is set to the minimum (MIN) position
before plugging the iron into a wall outlet and before unplugging it.
• Heel rest position: When not in use or during storage, place the iron upright (on its
heel rest position) on a flat surface to avoid overturning.
• Unattended: Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to a mains
power supply outlet or when it is resting on an ironing board.
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CAUTION: HOT
The iron generates high temperature steam that can cause scalding. Always handle with
care and warn other users of potential danger.
Do not touch the iron rest or soleplate during or just after ironing. It is hot!
Use caution when turning the iron upside down to avoid spillage of hot water.
Safety Information and Warnings

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Getting Started
Before first use
• Unpack the appliance but keep all packaging materials until you have made sure
your new iron is undamaged and in good working order. Plastic wrapping can be a
suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so ensure all packaging materials
are out of their reach.
• Remove any protective films, covers or stickers from the soleplate and the iron body.
• Unwind and straighten the power cord. Inspect the cord for damage or wear before
each use. Do not use the appliance if the appliance or its cord have been damaged or
are not working properly. In case of damage, contact the after sales support line for
advice.
• Fill the iron as described in “Filling with water”, page 8.
• Connect the iron to a suitable power point. The indicator light will turn on.
• For first time ironing, we recommend using an old towel or similar cloth and ironing it
with full steam until no more steam is produced.

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Filling with water:
1. Set the steam regulator to”0”(=no steam)(only for steam iron).
2. Hold the iron by hand and slant the iron with 45°down, open the water filling inlet.
3. Fill water through the water filling inlet.
Dry ironing:
1. Before running the iron, please classify the clothes as per its washing label, as it will
be quicker for the iron to heat up than to cool, the clothes (such as synthetic fabric,
silk etc.)with lower ironing temperatures shall be ironed first, and then iron the clothes
(such as wool, cotton and linen etc.)with higher ironing temperature.
2. Stand the iron on its end, and turn the thermostat dial to the MIN position.
3. Plug in the iron and select the temperature by turning the thermostat dial. If there is
water in the reservoir, turn the steam regulator to OFF position. Wait until the indicator
light goes off showing that the required temperature has been reached.
Steam ironing:
1. Fill water in the iron as per the water filling methods.
2. Plug the appliance in the socket.
3. The thermostat dial must be set to MAX position as per the temperature indicator, for
steam iron to become available, otherwise water may leak from the soleplate.
4. The iron is at the selected temperature when the indicator light turns off.
5. Set the steam regulator correctly, increase the steam output by rotating the steam
regulator anticlockwise.
Caution: Synthetic Fabric, Nylon, Synthetic Silk and Silk cannot use the steam function.
Otherwise it will damage the finish surface.
Burst of steam:
This function will be able to provide more steam to remove stubborn creases.
1. Set the thermostat dial button to MAX until the indicator light goes off.
2. Release the steam by pressing the steam button.
3. Wait for several minutes and let the steam penetrate through the fabric, and then
release more steam through pressing this buttons again.
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Operation Instructions
Note:
1. There should be 3-5 seconds rest between pressing of the steam button in order to
obtain the best steaming result.
2. Fill the water to the MAX position before using this function.
3. In order to prevent the water leaking from soleplate , please do not press the steam
button continuously without waiting at least 5 seconds.
Spraying methods:
1. Fill the water in the iron as per water filling methods.
2. Press water spray button.
3. Note: No matter if steam ironing or dry ironing is selected, spray will always be
available in either case.
Self-cleaning:
To remove dirt and dust, the iron should be cleaned at least once a month.
1. Fill the iron with water. Turn the steam regulator to no steam position and the
thermostat dial to the MIN position. Plug the iron into the mains socket. Turn the
thermostat dial to Max position.
2. When the power indicator light goes off. i.e. the steam iron is in its presetting
temperature.
3. Hold the iron horizontally over a sink or basin.
4. Press the “Self-Cleaning” button and hold it down while shaking the iron lightly to
eliminate the dirt. The plate gives off hot water and steam.
5. During this operation you can press the steam button a number of times, remembering
to pause for at least five seconds between one burst of steam and the next.
6. When the tank is empty, release the self-cleaning button.
7. Turning the thermostat dial to the MIN position and unplug the iron from the mains
socket. Leave the iron to cool and clean the plate with a soft cloth.