Hamilton Beach HIR400 - Hospitality Iron 1 EA User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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.
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 10-ampere cord
should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be
pulled or tripped over.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
wWARNING
Shock Hazard
• Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that
reduces the risk of electrical 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 using
an adaptor. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1. Use iron only for its intended use.
2. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron
in water or other liquids.
3. 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.
4. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely
before putting away. Fully retract cord within unit 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 an authorized service facility for
information on examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can
cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
This is a household-type iron.
Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface
may damage that surface.
Do not iron or steam clothes that are being worn.
Do not use steam in the direction of people or pets.
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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To Dry Iron
1. Plug in iron.
2. Turn the Adjustable Steam Dial to the Dry Iron position.
3. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to desired temperature.
With the iron in an upright position, allow 3 minutes for iron
to reach desired temperature. Do not preheat the iron with
the soleplate facing down.
4. To turn iron off, turn Temperature Control Dial to OFF.
To Steam Iron
1. Unplug iron. Using a cup, slowly
pour 4 ounces (1⁄2cup) of tap water
into the water tank opening
as illustrated.
2. Plug in iron.
3. Turn the Temperature Control Dial
to the desired setting in the steam
range. With the iron in an upright
position, allow 3 minutes for the
iron to reach desired temperature.
Do not preheat the iron with the soleplate facing down.
4. Set the Adjustable Steam Dial to desired steam output.
5. To turn iron off, turn Adjustable Steam Dial to Dry Iron.
Turn Temperature Control Dial to OFF.
6. Empty water from the iron following directions in “Caring
for Your Iron and Soleplate.”
Water
Please use ordinary tap water. If you have extremely hard
water, alternate between tap water and distilled water for
use in the iron.
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Before First Use
• Steam vents should be cleaned before first use. Prepare iron
for steam ironing, then iron over an old cloth for a few min-
utes while letting the iron steam. This will clean the vents.
• 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.
• During first use of the iron, it may appear to smoke.
This will stop and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
Parts and Features
1. Power On/Auto
Shutoff Indicator
2. Easy Mist™Button
3. Adjustable Steam Switch
4. Water Tank Fill Hole
5. Water Tank
6. Temperature Control Dial
7. Soleplate
8. Heel Rest
9. Cord Release Button
10. Retractable Cord
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Features
Adjustable Steam Dial
This dial provides minimum steam for
wool or maximum steam for linen. Set
the dial to Oto change to Dry Iron.
Easy Mist™Button
Push the Easy Mist™Button to
release a fine spray of water for
difficult wrinkles in cotton or linen.
Sensor Control
This iron is equipped with a position/motion sensor. This means
that if the iron is left motionless it will turn off automatically and
cool to room temperature. To restart iron, tilt downwards then
tilt back onto heel position and allow it to reheat. The iron
senses motion and will not shut off as long as it is in motion.
Position Sensing
The iron will turn off automatically when left in the following
positions. The auto off time varies based on the iron’s position.
Resting on Soleplate = 30 seconds
Resting on Either Side = 30 seconds
Resting on Heel = 15 minutes
NOTE: The Power On/Auto Shutoff
Indicator will blink after the position
sensing times noted above.
Power On/Auto Shutoff Indicator
This light comes on when the iron is
plugged in. The light will remain on
even if the Temperature Control Dial is
turned to off. The light will stay on until
iron is unplugged.
Retractable Cord
1. Pull cord to desired length. Do not
unwind beyond colored tape indicator.
2. To store cord, press and hold the Cord
Release Button while guiding the cord
into the storage area.
CAUTION: Hold plug while retracting
cord. Do not let cord retract freely.
Cord may jam on reel or loose cord may whip back and
forth and could cause injury.
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Caring for Your Iron and Soleplate
1. The Water Tank of your iron should
be emptied after each use. Turn
Temperature Control Dial to OFF.
Unplug the iron and hold over a
sink. Turn iron upside down until
Water Tank Opening is parallel with
sink. Water will run out of water
tank opening.
2. After iron has completely cooled,
store in an upright position. Do not
store iron laying flat on soleplate.
Soleplate
1. Never iron over zippers, pins, metal rivets, or snaps, as
these may scratch the soleplate.
2. To clean occasional build-up on the soleplate, wipe with
a sudsy cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal
scouring pads.
3. Always store iron upright in the heel rest position.
Fabric Setting Chart
To Iron
Off
Nylon
Acrylic
Silk
Polyester
Wool
Rayon
Cotton
Linen
Ironing Instructions
Steam
Setting
Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric.
Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric.
Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric.
Iron with fabric still damp.
Steam iron on the wrong side of fabric.
Iron on the wrong side of fabric.
Iron while still damp using steam
and/or spray.
Iron wrong side of fabric while still damp.
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