Hamilton Beach 19801 Owner's manual

READ BEFORE USE
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1. Only use an iron for its intended use.
2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron
in water or other liquids.
3. Always turn the iron to 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 let the cord touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool
completely before putting the iron away. Coil the cord
loosely around the iron for storing.
5. Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet before
filling the iron with water, emptying the water from the iron,
and when the iron is not in use.
6. Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or in the event
the iron has been dropped or damaged or there are visible signs
of damage or it is leaking. To avoid the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble the iron. Take it to a qualified serviceman
for examination and repair. Incorrect assembly might result in
a risk of electric shock when the iron is used after reassembly.
7. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
8. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface
on which the stand is placed is stable.
9. Close supervision is required for any appliance used by or
near children. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron
is connected or on an ironing board.
10. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or
steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down—
there might be hot water in the reservoir.
11. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate an iron on the same
circuit with another high-wattage appliance.
12. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with an
ampere rating equal to or greater than the maximum rating of the
iron shall be used. A cord rated for less amperage can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating. Care shall be
taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or be tripped
over.
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
This product is intended for household use only.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one
wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only
one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter.
If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
• Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface
may damage that surface.
• Do not iron or vertical-steam clothes that are being worn.
• Do not use vertical steam in the direction of people or pets.
• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke. This will stop
and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
• Many irons spit or sputter during the first few uses with tap water.
This happens as the steam chamber becomes conditioned. This
will stop after a few uses.
• To clean steam vents before first use, prepare iron for steam ironing
and then iron over an old cloth for a few minutes while letting the
iron steam. Press the Steam Burst button several times to clean the
vents. Then follow the self-cleaning instructions on page 12.
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Parts and Features
Heel Rest
Water Tank
Cover
Cord
Self-Clean
Button
Durathon™ Nonstick Soleplate
Spray
Nozzle
Spray and Steam
Burst Buttons
Adjustable
Steam Switch
Temperature Settings/
Auto Shutoff Indicator
Temperature
Settings Button
Hot Dot Indicator
(refer to page 9 for more information)
Soft Touch Grip
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How to Dry Iron
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Set the Adjustable Steam Switch
to (Dry Iron). Press Temperature Settings Button to select desired temperature.
Allow 2 minutes for iron to reach
maximum temperature. The light
will blink while preheating.
To turn iron off, press Temperature
Settings Button until OFF is
illuminated. The light will stay
on until iron is unplugged.
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IRON POSITION
Resting on soleplate
Resting on either side
Resting on heel
POSITION SENSING/AUTO SHUTOFF
The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following positions.
The Auto Shutoff time varies based on the iron’s position.
MOTIONLESS TIME
30 seconds
30 seconds
15 minutes
NOTE: Moving the iron will reset the Auto Shutoff sensor.
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How to Steam Iron
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Set the Adjustable Steam Switch
to (Dry Iron). Press Temperature Settings
Button to select desired fabric
setting in the steam range.
Allow 2 minutes for iron to reach
maximum temperature. The light
will blink while preheating.
WARNING! Burn Hazard:
Attempting to steam iron on
a lower temperature setting or
failing to allow the iron to preheat
for 2 minutes can result in hot
water dripping from the soleplate.
Set Adjustable Steam Switch to
the desired steam level.
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For vertical steaming, hold iron 6 inches (15 cm) from garment and do
not allow hot soleplate to touch delicate garments. Press and release
the Steam Burst Button to steam out wrinkles. Wait at least 5 seconds
before pressing Steam Burst Button again.
OR
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How to Steam Iron (cont.)
To turn iron off, set Adjustable
Steam Switch to (Dry Iron).
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Press Temperature Settings
Button until OFF is illuminated.
The light will stay on until iron is
unplugged.
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IRON POSITION
Resting on soleplate
Resting on either side
Resting on heel
POSITION SENSING/AUTO SHUTOFF
The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following positions.
The Auto Shutoff time varies based on the iron’s position.
MOTIONLESS TIME
30 seconds
30 seconds
15 minutes
NOTE: Moving the iron will reset the Auto Shutoff sensor.
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Fabric Setting Chart
NOTICE: To avoid garment damage, check garment label for
fabric composition and ironing instructions.
Garment Label Symbols
Fabric care labels on garments have symbols that show ironing
instructions and recommended temperature settings. These symbols
are shown below along with an explanation of their meaning.
Temperature
Setting
OFF
Synthetics
Silk, Wool
Cotton, Linen
Steam
Setting
Dry
Iron
Steam
Range
Ironing
Instructions
OFF
Dry iron using spray
if necessary.
Iron silk on wrong
side.
For cotton, iron while
still damp or use
spray.
For linen, iron fabric
on wrong side.
•
Low
••
Medium
•••
High
Iron High Temp
Setting Medium
Temp
Setting
Low Temp
Setting
Do not iron Do not use
steam
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Hot Dot Indicator
After the iron has been preheated (approximately 2 minutes after turning on the iron), the Hot Dot Indicator will gradually change from
all black to red, and the word “HOT” will appear in the center of the dot in white letters. When the word “HOT” is no longer visible
(approximately 35 minutes after turning off the iron) and the dot is all black again, the iron is cool enough to put away.
WARNING! Burn Hazard: The Hot Dot Indicator is a guideline only. Always avoid contact with the soleplate of the iron.
Due to usage conditions, the Hot Dot Indicator may stop working before the end of the iron’s useful life. If may start to remain red after the
iron cools down. Replacement Hot Dot Indicators are available by calling 1.800.851.8900.
Iron is cool enough to store. Iron is too hot to store.
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Tips for Best Ironing Results
PREPARE TO IRON:
1. Cover your ironing board with a padded, heat-resistant cover. Brush or wipe off any dust, dirt, or debris so it doesn’t end up on your clothes.
2. To set the height of the ironing board, stand with your elbows bent at right angles; then drop your hands slightly so that your arms are in a
comfortable position. Set the height of your ironing board to this height.
3. Check the soleplate (the surface of the iron that meets the fabric) for mineral deposits or scorched material before you begin ironing. If these
deposits or minerals are left on the soleplate, they may end up on your clothes. Unsure? Test-glide the iron on a rag or old towel first.
TEST KITCHEN TIP: To clean an iron’s soleplate, preheat the iron to the highest temperature setting and iron over a damp, 100% cotton cloth.
This creates heavy steam that transfers grime from the soleplate to the cloth. Many irons have a Self-Clean Button. This will clean the steam
holes, but it will not remove grime from the flat surface of the soleplate. NOTE: Care should be used while cleaning; steam can burn.
FAST FACTS:
• Don’t iron in a circular motion as this can stretch fabric. Instead, iron lengthwise.
• Natural fibers such as cotton and linen should be ironed slightly damp for faster, easier ironing. If they are completely dry, use maximum steam
while ironing or mist them with water prior to ironing.
• Any portion of a garment that has 2 layers of fabric such as pockets, seams, collars, and cuffs should be ironed inside out first.
• To press a collar, iron from the points in using small strokes of the iron. After wrinkles are pressed out, crease the collar into place by hand—not
with the iron. Treat French cuffs similarly, gently creasing by hand after ironing.
IRONING VERSUS PRESSING:
• You may have heard the terms “ironing” and “pressing” used interchangeably, but they are actually quite different. When ironing, you slide the
iron back and forth over fabric. When pressing, the iron is placed and held on the fabric in one spot, lifted up, and this process is repeated until
the areas that need attention are smooth. A “pressing” technique is helpful to avoid stretching fabrics.
• A pressing cloth can help reduce unwanted “shine” on fabrics. You can purchase a pressing cloth in the laundry care section, or a clean white
dishtowel or 100% cotton pillowcase works equally well. You do not need to increase the recommended iron temperature when using a
pressing cloth.
FABRIC FACTS AND LABELS:
Every fabric is different and should be treated accordingly. The label inside clothing or linens should recommend fabric care instructions that
include ironing treatment. As a general rule, these instructions should be followed. If the fabric is a blend, use a low temperature setting. If you
do not know what the content of the fabric is, use the lowest temperature first and test on an inside seam.
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