Living Home IR274LV User manual

OPEN HANDLE PROFESSIONAL IRON
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model IR274LV
120V., 60 Hz., 1500 Watts
BJWC
1 Mercer Road
Natick, MA 01760
www.bjs.com

Model
IR274LV
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your iron, basic safety
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions carefully.
2. Use iron only for its intended use.
3. To protect against risk of electrical
shock, do not immerse the iron in
water or other liquids.
4. Never yank cord to disconnect from
outlet. Grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
5. Do not allow cord to touch hot
surfaces. Let iron cool completely
before putting away.
6. Always disconnect iron from
electrical outlet when filling with
water, emptying, or when not in use.
7. Do not operate iron with a damaged
cord, or after the iron has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
To avoid the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble the iron. Return
the iron to the manufacturer at the
address indicated on the warranty
page, for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly can cause the
risk of electric shock when the iron is
used.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Never use or rest iron on an
unstable surface.
11. While the iron is hot, never set iron
on an unprotected surface - even if it
is on its heel rest.
12. CAUTION! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER
INJURY, before filling the iron
with water, make sure that the
plug is removed from the outlet.
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, use a 15-ampere cord.
Cords rated for less amperage may
overheat. Use care to arrange the
cord so that it cannot be pulled or
tripped over.
13. WARNING: Never fill the iron
with fabric conditioner, starches
or any other solution, as these
will damage the steam
mechanism. Do not use
contaminated water.
14. CAUTION! TO AVOID FIRE, never
leave iron unattended while it is
plugged in.
15. CAUTION! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK, never use the
iron in a location where it can fall
or be pulled into water or another
liquid. If the iron falls into water
or other liquid, unplug it
immediately. DO NOT reach into
the water or liquid.
16. WARNING: Never use scouring
pads, abrasive or chemical
cleaners, or solvents to clean the
exterior or soleplate of your iron.
Doing so will scratch and/or
damage the surface.
17. CAUTION! DO NOT aim iron at
face, towards yourself, or anyone
else while using or adjusting
steam. Burns or serious injury
may occur.
18. Always store your iron standing
upright, not on the soleplate. If
stored face down, even the
smallest amount of moisture will
cause the soleplate to corrode and
stain.
19. This appliance is for household
use only.
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized
for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and
exceptions.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household
conditions within the warranty period, return the complete appliance and
accessories, freight prepaid to:
94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, N.Y. 12901
If the appliance is found by the manufacturer to be defective in material or
workmanship, the manufacturer will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of
purchase date and $9.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must
be included. *
The liability of the manufacturer is limited solely to the cost of the repair or
replacement of the unit at our option. This warranty does not cover normal wear
of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for
commercial purposes. This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by
misuse, abuse, negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or
mishandling in transit. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused
by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alterations to
the product or any of its parts, which have been performed by a repair person
not authorized by the manufacturer.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all
other legal and/or conventional warranties. The responsibility of the
manufacturer if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by
it under the terms of the limited warranty. In no event is the manufacturer liable
for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some
states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to
include proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing
with your name, complete address and phone number with a note giving
purchase information, model number and what you believe is the problem
with item. We recommend you insure the package (as damage in shipping
is not covered by your warranty). Mark the outside of your package
“ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly striving to
improve our products, therefore the specifications contained herein are
subject to change without notice.
1 Rev. 07/05A
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IRON
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before using your Open Handle
Professional Iron, remove any labels,
stickers or tags that may be attached to
the body or soleplate of the iron.
When turned on for the first time, your
new iron may emit an odor for up to 10
minutes. This is due to the initial
heating of the materials used in making
the iron. The odor is safe and should not
reoccur after initial heating.
Also, before ironing with steam for the
first time, allow iron to heat, hold in a
horizontal position and hit the blast of
steam button several times. The iron
may emit some small particles from the
steam holes. This is normal and will
clear after pressing the blast of steam
button several times.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS
Iron does not heat
Thermostat ready light
goes On and Off
Some odor or small
particles come out of
steam vents of new
iron
Iron does not steam
Water droplets coming
from steam vents
• Iron should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical
outlet only.
Make sure that the plug is securely in the socket.
• Temperature setting too low.
Turn to higher setting.
• This is normal.
The light goes On and Off as the thermostat is
switching the heating element On and Off to
maintain the selected temperature.
• This is normal.
Follow instructions for first use and allow iron to steam
through 2-3 fillings & press the steam burst button
occasionally to eliminate small white particles.
•Water tank may be empty or water level is very low.
Add water.
• Make sure that the temperature control dial and the variable
steam control are correctly set. For maximum steam,
(setting "Max" on steam control), temperature control dial
should be set on "•••".
• Adjustable steam control is set on "0".
Always allow the iron to reach the selected
temperature with the adjustable steam control setting
at "0". Make sure the temperature control dial is set in
the correct steam area, e.g. "•", and the steam control
is not on "0". For more steam, turn temperature dial to
higher setting, e.g. "•••", and the steam control to "Max".
• If temperature setting and steam control setting are
correct and there is no steam, gently tap the
soleplate on the ironing board a few times. Move
the variable steam control from "0" to "Max" a few times.
• Iron may not be hot enough. Set thermostat to the
"Max" position. Always allow iron sufficient time to
heat up (thermostat light goes off) before activating
the variable steam control.
• Overuse of steam burst. Allow more time between
each burst.
• Iron may have been overfilled. Turn iron off,empty
water and follow instructions for filling.
• Steam performance may be low if iron requires
seasoning. To season, use regular tap water for 1or 2
tanks until steam performance improves.
1. Blast Of Steam
2. Spray Button
3. Variable Steam Control
4. Water Inlet With Cover
5. Spray Nozzle
6. Temperature Control Dial
7. Water Level Window
8. Stainless Steel Soleplate
9. Temperature Ready Light/
Auto Shut-Off Light
10. Comfort Grip Handle
11. Swivel Power Cord
12. Water Flask
Technical Specifications
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1500 Watts
NOTE: For any additional assistance call Customer Service at: 1 [phone]
* Illustrations may differ from actual product.
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FEATURES OF STEAM IRON IRONING CHART
NOTE: Before starting to iron delicate
fabrics, it is best to first test the
temperature of the iron on a hem or an
inside seam.
To select iron temperature, align
temperature selected on dial with
the indicator on the water tank.
1. BLAST OF STEAM
The Blast of Steam provides
extra, sudden blasts of steam
which aid in removing stubborn
wrinkles from fabrics such as
denim, cotton or linen.
6. BUILT-IN ANTI-CALCIUM
FILTER
Prevents calcium build-up
and prolongs the life of the
iron.
DIRECTIONS
ON LABEL
FABRIC
TEMP.
CONTROL
STEAM
CONTROL
BLAST OF
STEAM
SPRAY
Pleasenotethatonthelabelmeans‘THISARTICLECANNOTBEIRONED!”
COTTON
LINEN
SYNTHETIC
FIBERS, e.g.
acrylic, nylon
polyester
SILK
WOOL
MIN
••• •••
MAX
0MAXIMUM
STEAM
0
7. STAINLESS STEEL
SOLEPLATE
Provides maximum glide-
ability and heat retention.
2. ATOMIZER SPRAY
BUTTON
Pressing this button provides a
defined jet of spray which gently
moistens fabric. 8. PIVOT CORD
For left or right handed use.
Pivots up and down;
prevents dragging along the
fabric. The flexible cord
protector protects the cord
from fraying.
3. VARIABLE STEAM
CONTROL
Minimum to maximum steaming for
different materials. Self cleaning
feature flushes internal sole plate
with water.
9. SELF-CLEANING
Flushes internal soleplate
with water.
4. TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Turn dial to select temperature.
Main temperature settings are
indicated by the 1, 2 and 3
dots. (See “Ironing Chart.”)
5. WATER FILLING INLET
The cover prevents dust and
foreign matter from entering
the water tank. It also stops
any water from spilling during
ironing.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IRONING HINTS
WARNING! To prevent fire, do
not leave iron unattended while
connected.
• Sort articles to be ironed according
to the type of fabric. This will reduce
the need to adjust the temperature
for different types of garments.
• If you are not sure of the fiber
content of a garment, test a small
area such as a seam or inside hem
section before ironing a visible area.
Start with a low temperature setting
and gradually increase to find the
best setting.
• When reducing the temperature to
iron sensitive fabrics, allow
approximately 2 minutes for the iron
to cool to the new temperature
setting.
• Fabrics such as velour, wool, linen
and silk are best ironed with an
ironing cloth to prevent shine marks.
EMPTYING THE IRON
1. Always empty iron after each use.
2. When finished using the iron, turn
the variable steam control to“0” and
the temperature control dial to "MIN".
3. Unplug the iron from the electrical
outlet.
4. Set variable steam control to "MAX".
5. Turn the iron upside down over the
sink with the tip pointing downward
and allow the water to flow from the
opening.
6. Set variable steam control to "0".
7. Allow iron to cool in an upright
position before storing.
WARNING! Use caution when
emptying the iron. Burns may
occur from touching hot metal
surfaces, hot water or steam.
STORAGE
1. Always turn the variable steam
control to “0” after you have emptied
the water tank.
2. Allow the iron to cool down.
3. Always store the iron in the upright
position to protect the soleplate.
4. From time to time, clean the exterior
of the iron with a damp cloth and
wipe dry.
5. If you use spray starch, wipe the
soleplate occasionally with a soft
damp cloth to prevent the build-up of
deposits.
6. If the iron has not been used for a
few weeks, hold the iron horizontally
and allow to steam for 2 minutes
before ironing.
SELF-CLEANING
In order to remove calcium and built-up
particles, the self-cleaning system should be
run at least once a month.
• Fill the water beaker provided halfway
and then pour into the water reservoir.
• Set the variable steam control to the no
steam position.
• Insert the main plug into the wall socket.
• Set the temperature control dial to the
maximum temperature.
• Wait until the thermostat light goes off and
steam iron has reached preset
temperature.
• Remove the plug from the wall socket.
• Hold the steam iron horizontally over a
sink.
• Turn the variable steam control to
“Self-Clean ” position. Hot water and
steam will be emitted from the soleplate.
Swing the steam iron lightly back and forth
gently to allow lime and dust particles to
come out.
• When the water reservoir is empty, shift
the variable steam control from “Self-
Clean” position to “0”.
• Stand the iron upright and insert the plug
into the wall socket to let the iron heat up
again.
• Move the iron over a clean cotton cloth to
clean the soleplate and let the remaining
water on the soleplate evaporate.
5. As soon as the iron has reached the
desired temperature, the temperature
ready light will turn off.
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY and may be plugged into any
120V AC polarized electrical outlet. Do
not use any other type of outlet. For Dry Ironing
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove any labels, stickers or tags
which may be attached to the body or
the soleplate of the iron before using
the iron.
Before you start using your iron, read all
the instructions in the manual and do
the following in order to eliminate any
odor and small white residue particles
and to ensure optimum steam
performance.
1. Fill the iron with regular tap water.
(See page 5 for filling instructions.)
2. Set the temperature control dial to its
highest setting and the variable
steam control to “0”.
3. When the temperature ready light
goes off, the iron has reached the
selected temperature. Set the
variable steam control to the highest
setting.
4. Keep the iron in a horizontal position
and allow it to steam until the water
runs out. Press the blast of steam
button to eliminate white residue
particles.
5. Repeat this procedure for two or
three fillings of water.
Fig. 1
STEAM IRONING
CAUTION! DO NOT aim iron
at face, towards yourself, or
anyone else while using or
adjusting steam. Burns or
serious injury may occur.
WARNING! Before filling the
iron with water, be sure the
iron is not plugged into the
electrical outlet. The iron may
be filled with water while it is
hot.
CAUTION! TO PREVENT THE
RISK OF BURNS, use caution
when filling iron with water.
Burns can occur from touching
hot metal parts, hot water, or
steam.
DRY IRONING
NOTE: Because of the soleplate design,
ordinary tap water may be used with this
iron. However, in very hard water areas,
we recommend using distilled or
demineralized water.
1. Turn temperature dial to "MIN" and
turn the variable steam control all
the way to the left to "0". (Fig. 1)
2. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V
AC electrical outlet. The temperature
ready light will come on, indicating
that the iron is receiving power.
3. Turn the temperature dial to the
desired setting. (See "Ironing Guide"
for a guide to temperature selection.)
4. Place iron on its heel (on a stable,
protected surface) while iron is
warming to desired temperature.
For dry ironing, turn the variable steam
control dial all the way to the left to “0”.
This will cut off the steam flow if water is
in the water tank. All marked settings on
the temperature dial can be used for dry
ironing.
WARNING: Never fill the iron
with fabric conditioner,
starches or any other liquid, as
these will damage the steam
mechanism. Do not use
contaminated water.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 4
For Steam Ironing
Fig. 2
3. Plug the cord into a polarized, 120V
AC electrical outlet.
4. Turn the temperature dial to any of
the temperatures within the steam
band and allow the iron to heat for
approximately 2 minutes before
ironing. Place iron on its heel (on a
stable, protected surface) while the
iron is warming to the desired
temperature.
5. Turn the variable steam control to
the right to increase the amount of
steam. (Fig. 3) When using
extra steam, the iron uses more
water and it may be necessary to fill
the tank more often. For refilling the
iron with water follow the steps listed
above.
1. Turn temperature dial to "•••" or
“MAX“ and turn the variable steam
control to “0”.
2. Holding the iron at a slight angle,
pour water slowly into the water
filling inlet. (Fig. 2) Fill tank to
desired level or to the “MAX”
water level marking using the water
filling flask. (When the iron is upright,
see-through water tank allows you to
gauge the amount of water.) DO
NOT overfill the tank.
FILLING THE IRON
5
BLAST OF STEAM
WARNING! DO NOT aim iron
at face, towards yourself, or
anyone else while using or
adjusting steam. Burns or
serious injury may occur.
6. Steam is produced as soon as the
iron is held in the horizontal position.
Steam will stop coming out when the
iron is put on its heel in a vertical
position or by turning the steam
control dial to "0".
NOTE: If the tank runs dry, remove the
plug from wall outlet. Then, fill the iron
with water and re-prime the pump. The
iron may be filled with water while it is
hot.
4. For vertical steam,
press the blast of
steam button while
holding the iron
in a vertical
position.
(Fig. 5) The vertical
steam function is useful
for steaming curtains and
drapes while still hanging.
The water spray is
useful on fabrics
with stubborn
wrinkles. Press the
spray button and a
jet of water will
spray onto the
fabric being ironed.
(Fig. 6) The water spray can be used with
dry or steam ironing as desired.
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
The auto shut-off safety function of your
iron is designed to engage after approx.
7 minutes of non-use. The auto shut-off
indicator light will flash when the auto
shut-off has activated. To reset your iron
and continue ironing follow these steps.
1) Lift the iron.
2) Holding the iron horizontally in front of
you, gently rock the iron back and
forth several times. This motion will
reset the safety switch inside the iron.
Do Not Shake the Iron.
The red temperature ready light will
illuminate when the auto shut-off system
has been reset. Allow time for the iron to
re-heat. The red temperature indicator
light will go out when the iron is ready for
use.
NOTE: Before starting to iron delicate
fabrics, it is best to first test the
temperature of the iron on a hem or
an inside seam.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
The blast-of-steam button is useful
when ironing denim, cotton, and linens.
It provides extra, sudden blasts of
steam which aid in removing stubborn
wrinkles.
The blast-of-steam feature can be used
with Dry or Steam ironing as desired.
1. Make sure the water tank is at least
1/2 filled with water.
2. Set the temperature dial. Place the
iron on its heel (on a stable,
protected surface) and allow it to
heat for approximately 2 minutes.
3. With the iron in a horizontal position,
press the blast of steam button
several times to prime the pump.
(Fig. 4)
WATER SPRAY
SELECTING IRON TEMPERATURES
Always read garment labels and follow
the manufacturer's ironing instructions.
Refer to the "Ironing Chart" on page 8.
for temperature recommendations:
(Fig. 7)
• Use low settings for synthetics.
•• Use moderate settings for wool,
silks, and blends.
••• Use high settings for cottons and
linens.
Fig. 7
Fig. 3
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