Lakeland 53449 User manual

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Model: 53449
STEAM GENERATOR IRON

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LAKELAND STEAM GENERATOR IRON
Thank you for choosing the Lakeland Steam Generator Iron.
Please take a little time to read this booklet before getting started and keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
A high pressure Steam Generator Iron, with a constant temperature and high pressure of
steam, making ironing effortless and quicker. There are two temperature heat settings,
with the options to dry iron, continuous and vertical steam and the option of a quick
steam burst. The steam pressure generates steam quickly to remove creases, giving
a perfectly pressed nish. It has a non-stick soleplate, with tiny holes to help steam
penetrate the fabric. The water tank is removable for easy lling and has a water rell
indicator.
Here at Lakeland, our award-winning family-owned business still offers the same
excellent quality, value for money and exceptional customer service as when we founded
the company back in the 1960s.
Our products are hand-picked and thoroughly tested so you can be sure that everything
you purchase will be a pleasure to use for many years to come.

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CONTENTS
Product features................................................................................................................................4
Control panel ......................................................................................................................................5
Safety precautions ........................................................................................................................6-7
Using your Steam Generator Iron for the rst time...............................................................8-11
Instructions for use...................................................................................................................12-14
Hints and tips .................................................................................................................................. 15
Frequently asked questions ......................................................................................................... 16
Care and cleaning........................................................................................................................... 17
Technical information.................................................................................................................... 18
Electrical connections ................................................................................................................... 18
Recycling your electricals ............................................................................................................. 19

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PRODUCT FEATURES
1. Soleplate
2. Temperature dial
3. Steam trigger
4. Heating indicator light
5. Water lling hole
6. Water tank handle
7. Water tank lock
8. Water tank
9. Unit base
10. Cord clip
11. Cord and plug
12. Control panel
13. Thermal insulation stand
14. Iron
15. Steam supply hose
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Power indicator
ON/OFF button
MAX steam
rate indicator
Water rell
indicator
ECO steam
rate indicator
Descaling
indicator
Steam toggle
button
OK reset
button
CONTROL PANEL

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place
for future reference. Always follow these safety cautions when using the appliance to
avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as
described in this instruction book.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are older
than 8 and supervised.
• Make sure your electricity supply matches the voltage shown on the appliance.
• Ensure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers are removed
from the appliance before the rst use.
• Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage. Do not use if
damaged or has been dropped. In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a
fault contact the Lakeland Customer Services team on 015394 88100 or
[email protected]
• Do not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. Contact the Customer Services
team on 015394 88100 or [email protected]
• Always use the appliance on a dry, level, heat resistant surface. Do not allow the
power cord to touch hot surfaces or the soleplate. Allow the iron to cool completely
before storing it in an upright position.
• Unplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. To disconnect, turn the
socket to ‘OFF’ and remove the plug from the mains socket.
• Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than those
recommended by Lakeland.
• To protect against re, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug or
lid in water or other liquids.
• Do not leave the lead hanging over the edge of an ironing board, kitchen table or
worktop, where it may be pulled by children, or tripped over. Avoid contact between
the lead and hot surfaces.
• For indoor use only and not in bathrooms.
• For domestic use only.
• This appliance should be used for ironing fabric as described within the instructions
for use that accompany it.

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• Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains
socket. Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by its lead.
• To avoid injury or possible re, do not cover the appliance when in use.
• Not recommended to be used with a plug-in timer switch.
• An earthed extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable
should be at least as great as the appliance. Do not allow the cable to hang over the
edge of the worktop or touch any hot surfaces.
• WARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety
(shock) hazard. Ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.
• CAUTION: The plastic bags used to wrap this appliance or the packaging may
be dangerous. To avoid risk of suffocation, keep these bags out of reach of
babies and children. These bags are not toys.
• DO NOT leave the iron unattended when in use.
• Unplug the iron before lling or emptying the water tank, before cleaning and
maintenance and immediately after use.
• Only use water in the water tank. DO NOT add perfume, vinegar, chemically de-scaled
water or any other substances into the water tank.
WARNING – HOT SURFACES
• Do not touch the surfaces marked with this symbol , they will be very hot during
and just after use.
• Hot surfaces can burn and hot steam can scald, possible injury could occur.
• Allow the appliance to cool completely before touching, handling, moving or storing.

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USING YOUR STEAM GENERATOR IRON
FOR THE FIRST TIME
• Unpack the iron, remove all the packaging materials, check that nothing is on the
soleplate.
• Unwind the power cord and steam supply hose, place the Steam Generator Iron base
unit on a dry, at level surface.
• Place the iron in the correct position on the thermal insulation stand.
• Fill the water tank with tap water, as described below in ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
• Plug in and switch on at the socket.
• Press the ON/OFF button on the control panel and it will illuminate red and there will
be an audible beep, the appliance is powered on. If you wish to turn off the appliance
press and hold the ON/OFF button for 2 seconds and the iron will power off.
• Turn the temperature dial up on the iron to the MAX temperature setting, when the
iron is up to temperature and the ‘eco’ light on the control panel has stopped ashing
green and is permanently on. The heating indicator light will illuminate on the iron
itself, to show that there is power to it. When the iron has reached temperature the
heating indictor light will go out.
• The soleplate has reached temperature.
• When you switch on the iron for the rst time you may notice a slight burning smell,
this is normal for a new appliance and will stop after a few uses.
• Some residue may remain inside the iron from manufacturing, so iron an old cotton
cloth or tea towel for rst use, DO NOT use the iron on your laundry. Press the steam
trigger to run water through the iron.
• When you activate the steam function, you may hear a pumping sound, this is normal,
water is being pumped into the steam generator.
• During the heating process from out of the soleplate, there may be some steam
coming out automatically, this phenomenon will continue for about 3 seconds and is
normal.
• There will be little condensation water in the steam supply hose after rst use, after
the second use, the condensation water will be sprayed out together with the steam
at the beginning of steam being released. This phenomenon will continue for several
seconds and is normal.

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FILLING THE WATER TANK
• For best results, always make sure there is plenty of
water in the tank when ironing, but do not ll the tank
beyond the ‘MAX’ level.
• Only use water in the water tank. DO NOT add perfume,
vinegar, chemically descaled water or any other
substances into the water tank.
• Always make sure the iron is switched off and
unplugged from the socket.
• Holding the water tank handle, lift the water tank lock
upwards to pull out the water tank, removing from the
base unit.
• Fill water tank with tap water through the lling
aperture, until the ‘MAX’ mark is reached.
• Never ll the water tank level beyond the ‘MAX’ mark.
• After lling replace the water tank into the base unit.
WATER REFILL INDICATOR
• If the water in the water tank is lower than the ‘MIN’ level mark, the water rell
indicator will illuminate red and there will be two audible beeps.
• The appliance will stop working, you need to add water into the tank.
• Remove the water tank and rell it with water through the lling aperture, make sure
that the water level is between the ‘MIN’ and ‘MAX’ level mark.
• Replace the water tank into the base unit, the water rell indicator will turn off and the
appliance will continue to work normally.
CORRECT PLACEMENT OF STEAM GENERATOR IRON ON THE BASE UNIT
When the iron is put on the thermal insulation stand, it must be placed on it correctly.
Incorrect position Correct position

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INCREASING AND DECREASING THE HEAT SETTINGS
• Turn the temperature dial to set ironing temperature
based on the garment which needs to be ironed.
• The Steam Generator Iron has two heat settings:
1) MAX setting with a temperature range from 175°C to
225°C
2) Intelligent temperature setting with a temperature range
from 115°C to 175°C
• To increase the heat setting, turn the temperature
dial clockwise till the desired setting lines up with the
heating indicator light.
• To decrease the heat setting, turn the temperature dial
anti-clockwise till the desired setting lines up with the
heating indicator light.
HEATING INDICATOR LIGHT
• When the iron is heating up, the temperature indicator will illuminate blue.
• Once the iron has reached the selected temperature, it will go out.
• The heating indicator light will be cycled on and off as the iron maintains the selected
temperature during heating.
MAX setting
(175°C<T<225°C)
Intelligent
temperature
setting
(115°C<T<175°C)

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ANTI-CALC SYSTEM
• There is a special resin lter inside the water tank, which softens the water and
prevents limescale build-up in the steamer panel. The resin lter is permanent and
does not need replacing.
• PLEASE NOTE: Use tap water only. Distilled and demineralized water makes the
anti-calc system ineffective by altering its physicochemical characteristics.
• DO NOT add perfume, vinegar, chemically descaled water or any other substances
into the water tank. Failure to comply with the above-mentioned regulations leads to
the loss of guarantee.
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM
• The anti-drip system automatically stops water escaping from the soleplate when the
iron is too cold.
• When ironing fabrics at low temperatures, the soleplate may cool down to the point
where no more steam comes out, which could lead to drops of boiling water that can
leave marks or stains. In these cases, the anti-drip system automatically activates
to prevent vaporisation, so that you can iron the most delicate fabrics without risk of
spoiling or staining them.
• During use, it may make a clicking sound, especially during heat-up or while cooling
down. This is normal and indicates that the system is working correctly.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Starting ironing garments requiring a low temperature rst. Reducing the waiting
time, the iron takes less time to heat up than to cool down. It will eliminate the risk of
scorching the fabric.
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^ Fabrics with this symbol are ironable for
Cotton and Linen.
" Fabrics with this symbol are not ironable, for example,
Polypropylene, Elastaine and Acrylic Fabric.
• Fill the iron with tap water, as described in ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
• Place the Steam Generator Iron base unit on a dry, at level surface, with the iron sat
in the correct position of the thermal insulation stand.
• Plug in and switch on at the socket.
• Press the ON/OFF button on the control panel and it will illuminate red and there will
be an audible beep, the appliance is powered on.
• When the heating indicator light goes out, the soleplate has reached temperature.
• The steam generator is set to the default of the ‘eco’ steam rate, the ‘eco’ setting light
will be illuminated green and ashing, when the steam generator is up to heat, it will
be continuously on.
WARNING: This appliance generates high temperature steam. To avoid the risk of
severe burns, never touch the soleplate during use. Always hold the iron by its handle.
DRY IRONING
• Turn the temperature dial to select your desired temperature setting, which is
depended on the fabric of garment.
• Delicate synthetic fabrics should be ironed without steam.
• Lift the iron and iron normally, DO NOT press the steam trigger on the handle.
WARNING: Never touch hot soleplate at any time before cooling down!
Fabrics with this symbol are ironable for Synthetics,
Silk and Wool.
Inteligent
Temperature
MAX Temperature

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STEAM IRONING
• The default setting is the ‘eco’ steam rate when the appliance is turned on.
• You can change the desired steam rate for each garment according to your
requirements. There are two modes ‘MAX’ and ‘eco’ steam rates available.
• To ensure good steam output, always make sure the water tank is at least a quarter
full.
• When the indicator of selected steam rate is fully illuminated, it indicates that the iron
is ready for ironing garment with steam. The ‘MAX’ steam rate illuminates blue and
the ‘eco’ steam rate illuminated green.
• Remove the iron from the base unit, press the steam trigger with a little force, steam
will be generated and sprayed from the soleplate continuously, then you can iron the
garment with steam.
CAUTIONS:
• DO NOT touch hot soleplate at any time before cooling down!
• Never direct the steam at people.
• DO NOT activate the steam function when the iron is placed on the unit base to avoid
being scalded by steam.
• After ironing, switch off the appliance, turn off at the wall socket and unplug, the
soleplate is still hot, never touch it with your hand, place it on the thermal insulation
stand until it cools down completely.
STEAM TRIGGER
• When the appliance is heated to the selected
temperature and the indicator of selected steam rate
light is solid, the steam trigger is ready to use.
• For steam ironing, remove the iron from the base unit,
press the steam trigger with a little force, steam will be
generated and sprayed from the soleplate continuously,
then you can iron the garment with steam.
• For drying ironing, lift the iron and iron normally, DO NOT
press the steam trigger on the handle.
STEAM TOGGLE BUTTON
• The appliance can switch between ‘MAX’ and ‘eco’ steam rates by pressing the steam
toggle button.
• The default setting is the ‘eco’ steam rate when the appliance is turned on.
• Press steam toggle button to select your desired steam rate.

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STEAM SHOT
• If you require an extra burst of steam to help smooth out stubborn creases and
wrinkles, great for denim and linen.
• Lift the iron slightly above the fabric surface and press the steam shot button rmly.
You may need to press the trigger a few times at rst, to pump water through the
system.
• Select the ‘MAX’ steam rate by the steam toggle button, then quickly press the steam
trigger twice within 1 second to produce shot of steam.
• The shot of steam will keep releasing for approximately 2 seconds, a shot of steam
will penetrate deep into the bres.
• During this process the ‘MAX’ steam rate indicator will be fully illuminated blue.
Repeat the above operation if need to produce shot of steam again.
VERTICAL STEAM SHOT
• You can use the steam shot button when the iron is vertical. It is great for taking
creases out of curtains and garments on hangers. Follow the instructions in ‘Steam
Shot’, holding the iron upright 15 to 30cm away from the fabric to avoid scorching.
WARNING: Ensure the iron is pointed away from you and other people when
using the steam shot button. Never iron clothes whilst they are being worn. Keep
your ngers at a safe distance from the tip of the soleplate to avoid burning. You
do not get a continuous ow of steam on this setting, it is a powerful burst of
very hot steam which can burn.
AUTO SHUT-OFF
• The iron will automatically switch off when there has been no operation and it is still
switched on at the plug. This is a safety feature.
• The iron will switch off automatically after 10 minutes.
• To restart the appliance press the ON/OFF button.
SWITCHING OFF
• When you have nished ironing, place the iron on the thermal insulation stand, turn
the appliance off with the ON/OFF button, then turn off at the socket and unplug.
Leave the iron to cool down completely.
• After every use, empty the water tank.
• Always store the iron in a safe, dry place, with the tank empty and soleplate cooled.

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HINTS AND TIPS
• We recommend using the lowest temperatures with fabrics that have unusual
nishes e.g. sequins, embroidery, ush, etc.
• Never iron over zips or rivets in the fabris, this will damage the soleplate.
• Always check rst whether a label with ironing instructions is attached to the article.
Follow these ironing instructions in any case. If no ironing-instruction label is provided,
but you know the fabric material, please refer to the table on page 8.
• If the fabric is mixed e.g. 40% cotton and 60% synthetics, set the heat setting to the
temperature of the bre requiring the lower temperature.
• Divide the clothes to be ironed according to their temperatures. Woolen fabrics and
cotton fabrics etc. should be ironed separately.
An iron heats up quicker than cooling down, therefore, you should start ironing the
articles requiring the lowest temperature such as those made from a synthetic
material.
Pure wool fabrics (100% wool) may be ironed with the iron set at a steam position.
Preferably set steam knob to the maximum position and use a dry cloth as a mat.
• If you don’t know the composition of the fabric, determine the suitable temperature by
testing on a hidden corner of the garment. Start with a low temperature and increase
it gradually until it reaches the ideal temperature.
• Never iron areas with traces of perspiration or other marks, the heat of the plate xes
the stains on the fabric, making them irremovable.
• To avoid marking silk, woolen or synthetic garments shiny, iron them inside out.
• To avoid marking velvet garments shiny, iron in one direction, following the bre and
do not press down on the iron.
• The heavier a washing machine is loaded, the more garments come out creased.
• This also happens when the spin-drying revolutions are very high.
• Many fabrics are easier to iron if they are not completely dry i.e. silk should always be
ironed damp.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question: Why is there a clicking sound?
Answer: The anti-drip system automatically stops water escaping from the
soleplate when the iron is too cold. During use, it may make a clicking
sound, especially during heat-up or while cooling down. This is normal and
indicates that the system is working correctly.
Question: Why is the soleplate cold even though my iron is plugged in?
Answer: Check the iron is plugged in and switched on at the socket. There could be
a problem with the socket, if so, try a different socket. Make sure you have
pressed the ON/OFF button. If the iron is still not working contact Lakeland
Customer Services on 015394 88100 or [email protected]
Question: Why is no steam coming out of the iron?
Answer: There may not be enough water in the water tank, see ‘Filling the
Water Tank’.
Question: Why is there no steam?
Answer: There may not be enough water in the tank, see ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
If you are using the steam shot for the rst time, press the button a few
times to pump water through the iron until you get a powerful steam shot.
Question: Why is the iron damaging the fabric?
Answer: Check the care label of the garment to see whether the fabric is suitable for
ironing. This iron cannot be used on un-ironable fabrics. If you are unsure,
test the iron on the inside of the hem of the garment.
Question: Why are akes and impurities coming out of the soleplate?
Answer: Hard water can cause minerals and limescale to build up inside the steam
chamber. Follow the instructions in the ‘Care and Cleaning’ section.

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CARE AND CLEANING
1. Switch off and unplug the iron, and let it cool completely before cleaning.
2. Clean thoroughly before using for the rst time and after every use.
3. Check the parts for wear or damage after every few uses.
4. Certain fabric nishes may leave a residue on the soleplate, which can affect the
performance and lead to ‘drag’ when ironing. This coating may be removed by
wiping the soleplate with a textured cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
5. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or wire wool to clean the soleplate.
6. To clean the steam holes, take a damp cloth and wipe away any build-up around the
holes.
7. Take care not to damage or scratch the soleplate by allowing it to come into contact
with metal objects such as zips.
8. Never use sharp or rough objects to remove the deposits on the soleplate.
9. The outside of the iron can be wiped with a clean damp cloth, dry thoroughly before
storing.
10. Never immerse the iron in water or any other liquid.
11. Never put vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.
12. Empty the water tank and water reservoir.
13. Remove the water tank and empty over the sink, upend the base unit and put it on a
at surface.
14. Then turn the knob anticlockwise at the bottom of base unit to remove it, clean by
running under the tap.
WARNING: To avoid a risk of scalding, make sure the appliance has cooled down
completely before removing the knob.
15. When the appliance is not used for a long time, empty the water in the reservoir,
turnthe temperature dial to the minimum setting and store the steam supply hose
and power cord at the cord clips, then put the appliance at a place out of the reach
of children.

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DESCALING INDICATOR
• If the appliance has cumulatively released steam for 100 minutes, the descaling
indicator will illuminate, it means that the steam generator should be descaled.
• Perform descaling by following the operation in steps 13 to 15 on previous page.
• After you have nished cleaning, tighten the knob (A) by turning clockwise and turn
the appliance back over and place the iron on top.
• Restart the appliance, then press the reset button, the Steam Generator Iron can
work normally again.
WARNING: The iron soleplate will still be very hot. Hot surfaces and steam can burn
and possible injury could occur.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
• Power: 2000-2400W.
• Voltage: 220-240V.~
• Frequency: 50-60Hz.
• Flex length approx. 180cm. (70¾″).
• Product weight approx. 4.2kg.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The appliance is tted with a fused three-pin plug to BS1363 which is suitable for use in
all homes tted with sockets to current specications.
CHANGING THE 13 AMP FUSE
Use a 13 amp BS1362 fuse. Only BSI or ASTA approved fuses should be used. If you are
unsure which plug or fuse to use, always refer to a qualied electrician.
Note: After replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug which has a fuse cover, the
cover must be retted to the plug; the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover.
If lost, replacement fuse covers can be obtained from an electrical shop.
RECYCLING YOUR ELECTRICALS
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires
UK distributors to maximise separate collection and environmentally friendly
processing of WEEE.
UK distributors (including retailers) are required to provide a system which
allows all customers buying new electrical equipment the opportunity to
recycle their old items free of charge.
As a responsible retailer, we have met these requirements by offering all
customers buying new electrical and electronic equipment free take-back of
their old electricals on a like-for-like basis.

Lakeland
Alexandra Buildings, Windermere, Cumbria, UK LA23 1BQ
Tel: [phone] lakeland.co.uk
53449_151123_v1