Panasonic NI-W810CS User manual

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CONFORMS TO UL STD. 1005
CERTIFIED TO CSA STD. C22.2 NO.81
Electric Steam Iron
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’utilisation
Fer a vapeur electrique
Model No./N° de module
NI-W810CS/W750TS/W450TS
English
Safety Information _
SAFE USE OF THE IRON-2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-2-3
Operation _
COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION-4
HELPFUL IRONING TIPS-5
HOW TO FILL WITH WATER-6
HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON-6-7
HOW TO USE AS A DRY I RON ..7
HOW TO USE THE "SPRAY" FEATURE-8
HOW TO USE THE "JET OF STEAM" FEATURE- -8-9
HOW TO USE THE" VERTICAL STEAM "
FEATURE-9
SELF-CLEANING.9-10
STAY CLEAN VENTS-10
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM-10
ELECTRONIC 3-WAY AUTO
SHUT-OFF FUNCTION-10
Maintenance _
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR IRON-11
General Information _
SPECIFICATIONS-11
FABRIC IRONING CHART-12
LIMITED WARRANTY(U.S.A./Puerto Rico)- - - -13-14
LIMITED WARRANTY(Canada)-15
Frangais
Renseignements sur la s€curite
Utilisation sans risque du fer k repasser—16
Mesures de s€curit6-16-18
Fonctionnement _
Identification des composants-4
Conseils pour le repassage-18-19
Remplissage-19
Utilisation du fer a vapeur-20
Utilisation pour le repassage k sec-21
Utilisation du vaporisateur-21
Utilisation de la fonction «jet de vapeur»- - -21 -22
Vapeur k la verticale-22
Nettoyage automatique-22-23
Events toujours propres-23
Systeme a soupape automatique-23
Fonction d’arret automatique
6lectronique a 3 voies-23
Entretien du fer _
Entretien du fer-24
Renseignements generaux
Donnees techniques-24
Tableau de repassage des tissue-25
Certificat de garantie limitee Panasonic
(Canada)-26
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE IRON
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English
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAFE USE OF THE IRON
Your safety and the safety of others are very important
We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
A This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards
that can kill or injure you and others. The safety messages will follow the
safety alert symbol and either the word" WARNING " or" CAUTION ".
These words mean:
A WARNING
A CAUTION
This describes issues which
could cause death or serious
injury.
This describes issues which
could cause injury or damage
your belongings.
The safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, how to reduce
the chance of injury, and what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
Thank you for buying a Panasonic Iron
Your iron is an appliance to be used only for ironing fabrics on an ironing board.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFO R E USING THE IRON
To reduce the risk of burns,
electric shock, fire, or injury
to persons:
1. Use the iron only for its intended purpose, for ironing fabrics on ironing board.
To protect against bums or injury to persons, do not iron or steam fabrics while
being worn on the body.
2. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron or cord 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. Allow the iron to cool completely before
storing.
5. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling or emptying water and
when not in use.
AWARNING
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6. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not operate iron with a damaged Cord or if
the iron has been dropped or damaged. Do not disassemble the iron.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
For repair, take it to a qualified serviceman.
7. Close supervision is necessary for this appliance to be 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 turning the steam iron upside down. Hot water may leak from
the iron.
9. To protect against burns or injury to persons, do not direct steam toward the
body when ironing or self-cleaning.
10. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface. When placing the iron on
its Heel Rest, ensure that the surface on which the Heel Rest is placed is stable.
11. Do not use the appliance with the Cord entangled. The supply Cord might be
damaged as a result.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
A WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire:
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 cord rated a minimum of 13
amperes. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat and should not be used
Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be accidentally pulled
or tripped over.
To reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage to your iron:
1. Never use steam iron cleaning products in the iron, as they may damage working
parts of the iron.
2. Do not use water additives or substitute water such as linen or scented water
in the steam iron. They can stain fabrics.
3. If the Steam/Dry Selector is not in the Dry position after using, remaining water will
move into the Soleplate and can result in burns at the next use of the iron.
4. Don't use the Steam or Jet of Steam, while AC Cord is unplugged, water will remain
inside the Soleplate which will cause staining.
Please do not use Steam or Jet of Steam while Temperature Selector Dial is set to
A CAUTION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your iron, read remaining safety cautions and
operation instructions.
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COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION
IDENTIFICATION DES COMPOSANTS
NI-W810CS/W750TS/W450TS
Spray Mist Button
Touche de vaporisation
Steam/Dry Selector
Commutateur d’intensite
de vapeur/£ sec
Jet of Steam Button / Vertical Steam Button
Touche de jet de vapeur / jet & la verticale
Temperature Select Indicator
Indicateur de selection de
temperature
AC Power Cord
Cordon d’alimentation
Semelle
Water Level Indication
n MAX" Line
Indicateur de niveau
maximal d’eau
Water Reservoir
(Water Window)
Reservoir d’eau
Plug
Fiche
Thermostat Operating
Indicator Light
Voyant de fonctionnement
du thermostat
Temperature Selector Dial
Cadran du selecteur de la
temperature
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READ THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING YOUR
Panasonic IRON TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE IRON FEATURES
HELPFUL IRONING TIPS
The Temperature Selector Dial of the Panasonic iron has words, dots and steam symbols,
a) The dots are symbols for 3 temperature ranges:
• Low Temperature
•• Medium Temperature
• •• High Temperature
Some fabrics are labeled with these dots as a guide for selecting the proper ironing
temperature setting.
For more detailed information, refer to page 12 of this instruction book.
b) The steam symbols are used for selecting steam settings. For further details, refer to page
6-10
As a guide to the Fabric Care Symbols, the following symbols are printed for your information.
Fabric Care Symbols
Washing Bleaching Ironing Dry Cleaning
A symbol crossed out indicates that the article of clothing
must not be subjected to the particular treatment.
EXAMPLE:(DO NOT BLEACH) ^
Before ironing, sort the garments according to the different heat settings required.
Iron fabrics that require a lower temperature first.
Do not touch plastic buttons with a hot iron because they may melt.
Be careful around zippers and similar items to prevent the Soleplate from being scratched.
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HOW TO FILL WITH WATER
A WARNING
Be sure the iron is unplugged from the electrical outlet before filling with water.
1. Move the Steam/Dry Selector to the Dry position to avoid water leakage.
Open the Water Fill Opening. Hold the iron as shown and fill the
iron with water up to" MAX " line (about 7.7 ounces/200ml). (
Use a cup for filling (see Note). r W$U
2. Do not overfill. Check for the correct water fill
level with the iron in the vertical position.
3. C l o se the Water Fill Opening, or water will splash
from Water Reservoir when ironing.
Note:
"MAX" L
Line r
indication
Most tap water can be used in this iron. If water is very hard, distilled or demineralized
water should be used. Do not use water processed through home water softening systems
because this water contains minerals that may be harmful to the iron. Do not use water
additives or substitute water as linen or scented water in the steam iron. They can stain
fabrics or damage the iron.
HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON
1. F ill the iron as described in " HOW TO FILL WITH WATER
A CAUTION
Do not overfill the Water Reservoir. The steam will release through the vents when the
iron is positioned vertically.
2. Position the iron vertically and be sure the Temperature Selector Dial is set to 1 1 Off".
3. Plug the AC Cord into the electrical outlet.
4. Set the Temperature Selector Dial to the steam zone (" Wool" to " Linen").
5. Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out, usually after about 1-2 minutes.
This light will go on and off while ironing to indicate the temperature chosen by the
Temperature Selector Dial is being maintained.
6. Hold the iron horizontally and move the Steam/Dry Selector into the steam position.
Steam/Dry Selector is regulated as follows.
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Off ^
'Steam Zone
7. Whenever the iron is positioned vertically, the steaming
action will stop.
A CAUTION
Do not use the Steam/Dry Selector unless the iron is sufficiently hot to produce steam.
Water will leak out through the vents instead.
While using, the Auto-Valve System will activate when the temperature of the soleplate's
surface drops. At the same time, the steam will stop. It is not a sign of malfunction when
you hear a clicking sound. (NI-W810CS/W750TS Only)
The Thermostat Operating Indicator Light will go on, wait until the Thermostat Operating
Indicator Light goes out.
HOW TO USE AS A DRY IRON
1. Move the Steam/Dry Selector to the Dry position.
2. Position the iron vertically, set the Temperature Selector Dial to " Off".
3. Plug in the iron.
4. Set the Temperature Selector Dial to the desired position.
(Refer to the FABRIC IRONING CHART on page 12)
5. Preheat the iron until the Indicator Light goes out, usually about 1 -2 minutes.
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HOW TO USE THE 'SPRAY* FEATURE _
Note:
Before using the spray feature, check the fabric label for ironing instructions. Some fabrics
may become spotted or stained with moisture.
The spray feature is particularly helpful for removing stubborn wrinkles and where extra
dampening is needed.
The spray may be used with steam or dry ironing.
I_l
1. Simply pump the Spray Mist Button when spray is desired. ♦
If the spray doesn't work immediately, keep pumping *
until it does.
2. To get a finer spray, pump the Button repeatedly.
To get a more powerful spray, pump the Button
slowly. For best results, use a quick, full stroke.
HOWTO USE THE JET OF STEAM "FEATURE
The"Jet of StearrTfeature provides extra steam which goes deep into the garment and
is helpful for removing stubborn wrinkles. The "Jet of Steam" feature operates properly
only in the " Linen" position of the Temperature Selector Dial when steam or dry
ironing (If used at lower setting, water spotting will occur because the iron is not hot
enough to change water to steam ). If you have not used the" Jet of Steam " feature
for a long time, it is necessary to clean the inside of the iron before using this feature
on any clothes to be ironed. Simply test the "Jet of Steam" feature several times
away from the ironing board and clothes to be ironed. This will prevent brown spotting
or water spotting on the clothes.
1. Fill the iron as described in " HOW TO FILL WITH WATER"
2. Position the iron vertically and be sure the Temperature
Selector Dial is set to" Off".
Plug the AC Power Cord into the electrical outlet.
3. Set the Temperature Selector Dial to the " Linen" position.
4. Preheat the iron until the Indicator Light goes out, usually
about 1-2 minutes.
5. Simply pump the " Jet of Steam Button " when steam is
desired. Pump the " Jet of Steam Button " several times
at the beginning of each ironing session.
6. Allow at least 2-5 seconds between uses of the "Jet of
Steam Button " to prevent water spotting. Use a press
cloth if necessary.
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A CAUTION
Do not use the "Jet of Steam Button 11 until the Thermostat Operating Indicator Light turns
off after setting the Temperature Setting Dial to " LinenHot water may leak from the
Soleplate and burns may result, and it may cause corrosion.
HOW TO USE THE "VERTICAL STEAM" FEATURE |
To get better results when using vertical steam, hang
the garment on a clothes hanger. Curtains and drapes
may also be steamed once they're hung. Hold the iron
away from your body, close to but not touching the fabric.
Pull the fabric tight with your free hand and pump the
Vertical Steam Button (Jet of Steam Button) at 2-5 seconds
intervals as you pass the iron over the wrinkled fabric.
AWARNING
■ Never iron clothes on the body or point your iron at anyone when steaming.
- Keep hands and body away from steam areas while using vertical steam feature.
SELF-CLEANING
With the self-cleaning feature you can flush out mineral residue from the steam generating
chamber and the steam vents, refreshing your iron each time for a longer steaming life.
It is very important to operate the self-cleaning feature after each steam ironing to prevent
mineral accumulations from hardening.
1. Check water level. Water level should be over half full.
When water level is less than half full, fill with water according
to the instructions in "HOWTO FILL WITH WATER".
2. Preheat at" Linen" setting (for about 1-2 minutes).
Make sure that the Steam/Dry Selector is in the Dry position.
3. Set the Dial to" Off" and remove the AC plug.
4. Hold the iron horizontally over the sink.
5. Pump the "Jet of Steam Button " quickly (at least 3
times per second) about 20-30 times.
6. While self-cleaning, tilt the iron up and down slowly to help clean
the entire inside and let the water drip out of the soleplate vents.
7. Check that all water and steam have completely stopped coming out of the soleplate
vents. After self-cleaning is finished, empty any remaining water from the Water
Reservoir by turning the iron upside down.
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8. Iron on a towel to remove any drops of water remaining on the bottom of iron.
9. Allow the iron to cool and store on its Heel Rest. Never store an iron on its Soleplate or
with water in it.
10. I f water still remains inside the Soleplate after self-cleaning operation, dry out the iron by
setting the iron on the" Linen n setting, to vaporize the remaining water. After the iron is
dry, follow the instructions under" AFTER EACH USE ".
STAY CLEAN VENTS (NI-W810CS/W750TS Only) _
The built-in Anti Calcium System (Calc Cut) in the Water Reservoir continuously reduces scale
build up in the vaporizing chamber of the iron.
This system makes it possible to use the steam function for a long period of time and prevents
steam vents from clogging.
ANT I-DR IP SYSTEM (AUTOMATIC WATER SEAL)
(NI-W810CS/W750TS Only)
This model has an Anti-Drip System. When the temperature of the Soleplate's surface drops
below 238°F(115*C), the valve for the vaporizing chamber in the iron automatically closes
and stops the water from flowing. This prevents hot unvaporized water from spewing out
from the soleplate when the iron has cooled down. With this System, it is unnecessary for
you to wait until the inside of the vaporizing chamber dries completely when you store the
iron.
NOTE: It is not a sign of malfunction when you hear a clicking sound.
This sound can be heard whenever this system is activated.
ELECTRONIC 3-WAY AUTO SHUT- OFF FUNCTION
AwarnincT
The Auto Shut-Off feature (or setting the thermostat to "Off") is not intended to take
the place of unplugging the cord. Disconnect the electric iron when not in use !
Even though the iron is unplugged, the soleplate is still hot. Be sure to rest the iron
on its heel, away from fabric.
1. When the iron is not moved with its Soleplate facing down or on its side for approx. 1 minute,
the iron will automatically shut off power to the heater.
2. When the iron is not moved on its Heel Rest for approx. 10 minutes, the iron will automatically
shut off power to the heater.
3. To resume ironing and turn the iron back on, simply move the iron in any manner. If the iron
has been left in the auto shut off mode for more than 10 minutes. Allow the iron to reheat
until the Indicator Light goes out.
NOTE: The Auto Shut-Off System works regardless of position of the Temperature
Selector Dial.
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