Panasonic NI-WT960 User manual

English
Operating Instructions
使用說明書
Arahan Penggunaan
Steam Iron
Household Use Only
蒸氣電熨斗
僅限家庭使用
Seterika Wap
Penggunaan Rumah Sahaja
繁體中文
Melayu
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Model No.
型號
Model NI-WT980
NI-WT960

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Operating Instructions
Steam Iron
Household Use Only
Model No. NI-WT980
NI-WT960
Contents
Safety precautions..........................................4
Parts identification..........................................8
How to fill the Water Tank...............................8
Using the steam iron.......................................9
How to use the “Spray” feature....................12
How to use as a dry iron................................12
How to care for and store your iron.............13
Q&A................................................................16
Trouble shooting...........................................17
Specifications.........................................17
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely
and save them for future use.

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Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and damage to
property, always observe the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard,
injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and
improper use is performed.
WARNING Denotes a potential hazard that could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury
or property damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions
to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that
must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that
must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.
WARNING
Do not wrap the Power Cord around the iron when storing.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock or fire, please observe
the following:
Do not use when the Power Plug or Power Cord is damaged or hot.
Never use the
iron if the Power Plug fits loosely in a household outlet.
Do not leave the iron unattended while it is connected to the outlet .
Do not connect or disconnect the Power Plug to a household outlet
with wet hands.
Do not damage, modify, forcibly bend, pull, or twist the Power Cord.
Do not place anything heavy on or pinch the Power Cord.
Do not use with the Power Cord bundled.
Do not use in proximity of flammable materials (such as benzine or
the like).
Do not use the iron with a wet hand.

Never modify, disassemble, or repair.
- Doing so may cause ignition or injury due to abnormal operation.
Contact an authorized service center for repair.
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WARNING
Do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
- Doing so may cause burns, electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.
The iron must be used and rested on a flat, stable surface. When
placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the
stand is placed is stable.
- If placed on a shaggy rug or other unstable location, the iron may fall
over and cause damage to the rug, injury or burns.
Regularly clean the Power Plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
- Disconnect the Power Plug and wipe with a dry cloth.
Immediately stop using and unplug the Power Plug if there is an
abnormality or malfunction.
Examples of abnormalities:
· The iron stops occasionally, the Power Cord or the Power Plug is
abnormally hot or discolored.
· The iron is deformed or smells of burning.
- Refer servicing to authorized service personnel.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the iron .
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source
matched to the rated voltage indicated on the iron .
Fully insert the Power Plug.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock or fire, please observe the
following:
The Power Plug must be unplugged before filling water to the Water
Tank.

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WARNING
Do not touch the hot surface (such as Soleplate, and the hot surface
around it).
If the Power Cord is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized
personnel.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
Do not touch the steam or“Power Shot”during use.
•When using an ironing board which steam can penetrate, do not put
your hand, leg, etc.under the ironing board.
•Do not aim the steam towards your hand, knee, or any other part of the
body.
•Do not use steam or “Power Shot” when the iron is partially sticking
out from the ironing board.
•Do not iron the clothes that you are wearing.
Do not insert pins or needles into the iron or use it on clothes with
sewing needles or the like inserted.
Do not put the Soleplate too close to you or others since steam may
unexpectedly erupt from it.
Do not use the iron with the exception of fabric.
Do not store the iron until it has fully cooled down.
The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, and there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
- Refer servicing to authorized service personnel.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, property damage, electric shock or
fire, please observe the following:
CAUTION

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CAUTION
Disconnect the Power Plug by holding the wire instead of pulling on
the Power Cord.
- Failure to do so may break the wire, and may cause burns, electric shock,
or fire due to a short circuit.
Only use tap water in the iron.
Do not add perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or
other chemicals in theWaterTank.
- Doing so may cause discoloration in the clothes.
Do not repeatedly and quickly press the Power Shot Button.
- If repeating operation over an interval of less than 2 seconds, burns due to
hot water leaks may result.
If the shot intensity is low, do not operate the Power Shot Button.
- Doing so may cause burns due to hot water leaks.
Do not tilt or violently move the iron back and forth.
- Doing so may cause burns due to hot water leaks.
Use a dry iron on moist clothing (spray misted).
Care should be taken when using the iron.
- Steam emission may cause personal injury.
Test on an inconspicuous area when using with following fabric.
Or, place a cloth over the fabric to prevent marks on the fabric.
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Expensive or specially processed fabrics (velvet, acrylic, nylon,
cashmere, etc.)
· Fabrics that are labeled as “low heat” or “medium heat”, or dark colored
fabrics.
Drain water from theWaterTank after use.
- Failure to do so may cause the water to leak out from the Soleplate when
the iron is used next time.
Do not store the Power Cord coiled with sharp angles.
- This may damage the cord.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, property damage, electric shock or
fire, please observe the following:
Always unplug the Power Plug during not in use.
- Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock.

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Parts identification
Thermostat Operating Indicator
Light
Handle
Spray Mist Button
Power Shot Button
Steam/Dry Selector
Water Fill Cover
Spray Nozzle
Soleplate
MaximumWater Level Indicator
Self-Cleaning Button
Power Switch [ / ]
WaterTank
Heel Rest
Power Cord
Power Plug Accessory
Cup
Power type may vary
comply with respective
country or region requirement.
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ABCD
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GO
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How to fill the Water tank
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1Set the Steam/Dry Selector to the Dry
position to avoid water leakage.
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2Open theWater Fill Cover, hold the
iron as shown and fill the WaterTank
with tap water up to“MAX”dot (about
350 mL).
•Use the cup for filling.
Before using the iron, check the fabric label.

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3Check for the correct water fill
level with the iron in the Heel rest
position.
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4Close theWater Fill Cover.
Note
• Do not overfill the Water Tank. Steam will release through the vents when
the iron is positioned vertically.
• Be sure the Water Fill Cover is closed during use.
Using the steam iron
How to use as a steam iron
1
1Fill theWaterTank with tap water as described in “How to
fill the Water Tank”.
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3Plug the Power Plug into a socket.
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4Set the Steam/Dry Selector to the Dry
position, and then set the Power switch
to “ ”.
The Thermostat Operating Indicator Light switches on.
•If the temperature of the Soleplate is high,the light
switches off.
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5Preheat the iron until theThermostat Operating Indicator
Light switches off, usually it takes about 1 minute.
The Thermostat Operating Indicator Light flashes while ironing to indicate
the temperature is being maintained.
Position the iron in the Heel rest position
and be sure the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

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6Use iron after holding the iron horizontally and
setting the Steam/Dry Selector to the Steam
position.
• Whenever the iron is positioned vertically, the steaming action will stop.
Note
• The Anti-Drip 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
even click sound is heard.TheThermostat Operating Indicator Light will switch
on, wait until it switches off.
CAUTION:
Do not aim the steam at any parts of your body or others.
3 position Steam/Dry Selector
Dry Low steam High steam