Panasonic NI33GX - ELEC. STEAM IRON-LOW User manual

Panasonic
Electric Steam Iron
Operating Instructions
Model No. NI-33GX/NI-42GX/NI-43GX/NI-44GX/NI-45GX/NI-G10NR
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and
save this manual for future wise.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
. Read all instructions.
. Use iron only for its intended use.
. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water
or other liquids.
. 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.
5. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before
putting away.
Loop cord loosely around iron when storing. (NI-33GX/42GX Onl y)
Wind cord into cord reel unit when storing. (NI-43GX/44GX/45GX/G10NR Only)
6. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or
emptying and when not in use.
7. Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped
or damaged. To avoid a risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron,
take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a 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.
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
© 1995 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., LTD. All rights reserved.
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COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION
NI-43GX/NI-44GX/NI-45GX/NI-G10NR
Spray Button Handle
Steam
Button
Cord
Wind
Button
= on E
Dry Low High
steam steam
Spray
Nozzle
Cord
Reel
Unit
C
AC
Power
Cord
Auto
Shut-Off
Indicator Light
Water Fill Opening
Soleplate P. j
Water
Level
Indication
Plug
Water
Window
Temperature
Select
Indicator
Temperature Selector Dial
NI-33GX / NI-42GX
(This picture is NI-33GX) 4
Heel Rest
Thermostat Operating
Indicator Light (N-33GX)
Auto Shut-Off
Indicator Light
(NI-42GX)

CAUTION DURING USE OF RETRACTIVE POWER CORD (43GX/44GX/45GX/G10NR Only)
(1) When retracting power cord, always grasp the plug with one hand while pressing the cord
wind button with the other hand.
(2) If cord does not retract completely, pull it out slightly and wind it again while guiding it into
the reel. Í
(3) Unwind the power cord in the amount of length you need before plugging it to the wall
outlet.
(4) If the power cord seems hard to unwind due to an improper winding, pull firmly until it is
released.
(5) Do not allow small children to handle the retractive power cord as this may cause the cord
to "whip" and cause injury.
GENERAL HINTS BEFORE USING YOUR Panasonic IRON
1. Read this instruction book to become familiar with the iron and its features.
2. Most ordinary tap water can be used in this iron. In extremely hard water areas, distiled 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.
3. It is best to start ironing garments requiring lower temperature settings first. This will help
to avoid damaging garments. If you are not sure of the fabric content, first test the temperature
of the iron on an area of a garment where it will not show.
HELPFUL IRONING TIPS
The Temperature Selector Dial of the Panasonic iron has dots on it, in addition to numbers
and color indications. This makes it easy to adjust the iron for steam, more or less steam, and
any other temperature setting desired. The dots are international fabric protection symbols for
various temperature ranges:
èe Low Temperature
ee Medium Temperature
eoo High Temperature
Many garments are labeled with these dots as a guide for selecting the proper ironing
temperature. For general information about ironing temperatures, refer to the handy fabric
guide on the iron. For more specific information, use the "Fabric Ironing Chart" found on
page 9.
As a guide to the international Textile Care Labeling Code, the following symbols are noted for
your information.
INTERNATIONAL TEXTILE CARE
& LABELING CODES \—/ AA O
Washing Bleaching troning Dry Cleaning
A symbol crossed out indicates that the article of clothing
must not be subjected to the particular treatment.
EXAMPLE: (DO NOT BLEACH) X
y, P

Before
ironing,
sort
the
garments
according
to
the
different
heat
settings
required.
Iron
fabrics
that
need
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 provent scratching the soleplate.
HOW TO FILL
1.
Be
sure
the
iron
is
unplugged
from
the
electrical
outlet
before
filling
with
water.
Push
the
steam
button
down,
place
the
iron
on
its
heel
rest
and
slowly
fill
the
iron
with
water(see
NOTE)
up
to
"I"
indication.(about
7
ounces
/
200
ml).
2.
Do
not
overfill.
Check
the
correct
water
level
with
the
iron
in
the
vertical
position.
3.
When
the
water
level
reaches
the
“0”
indication,
with
the
iron
setting
up
on
the
heel
rest,
this
indicates
about
1.4
ounce
/
40ml
water
is left
in
the
iron.
WATER WINDOW
"FULL"
Line
"4/2" Line
"REFILL" Line
NOTE:
Most
ordinary
tap
water
can
be
used
in
this
iron.
In
extremely
hard
water
areas,
distilled
or
demineralized
water
should
be
used.
If
distilled
water
is
used,
the
iron
must
be
seasoned
by
using tap water for the first four times.
After
that,
tap
water
should
be
used
once
a
month.
This
is
necessary
to
coat
the
steam
chamber
for
proper
performance.
HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON
1. Fill the iron as described in "HOW TO FILL" .
2,
Set
the
iron
vertically
and
make
sure
the
Temperature
Selector
Dial
is
set
to
OFF.
Plug the AC cord into the electrical outlet.
3.
Set
the
temperature
selector
dial
to
the
"4"
or
"ay"
(steam)
zone.
"45"
zone:
low
steam,
for
thin
or
delicate
fabrics
requiring
a
small
amount
of
steam.
"42"
zone:
high
steam,
for
fabrics
requiring
a
lot
of
steam.
(i.
e.
thick
materials,
items
with
stubborn wrinkles.)
(Continued on page 6)

(Continued from page 5)
4. (NI-42GX/43GX/44GX/45GX)}
Preheat the iron usually in about 1-2 minutes.
(NI-33GX/G10NR Only)
Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out. This light will go on and off during ironing
to indicate the temperature chosen by the selector dial is being maintained.
5. Hold the iron horizontally and press the steam button into the steam position.
Steam button is regulated as follows.
NOTE: 3 position steam button.
font > oa fit
Low steam High steam
. KA
(Button UP: for High steam. MED: for Low steam)
Now steam ironing can begin. C
6. Anytime the iron is set vertically the steaming action will stop.
NOTE: Do not use the steam button unless the iron is sufficiently hot enough to produce steam,
otherwise water will leak out through the vents instead.
HOW TO USE AS A DRY IRON
1. Press the steam button down to the dry position.
2. Place the iron vertically, set the 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 in this manual on page 9 )
5. (N1-42GX/43GX/44GX/45GX) Preheat the iron usually in about 1-2 minutes.
(NI-33GX/G10NR Only) Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out.

HOW TO USE THE SPRAY FEATURE
Before using the spray feature, check the garment label for ironing
instructions because some fabrics may spot or stain 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.
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1. Simply pump the spray button when spray is desired. LL
If the spray doesn't work immediately just keep “
pumping till it does.
2. To get a finer spray, pump the button vigorously. To get a coarser spray, pump the button
more slowly. For best results, use a quick, full stroke.
| Electronic AUTO SHUT-OFF FUNCTION (42GX / 43GX / 44GX / 45GX Oniy) bx
1. When the iron is left unmoved with its soleplate facing down or on
its side for approx. 1. minute, the iron will automatically shut off
power to the heater by itself, and the Auto Shut-Off Indicator Light
goes out.
2. When the iron is left unmoved on its heel rest for approx. 7 1 minute
10 minutes, the iron will automatically shut off power to the to "OFF"
heater by itself, and Auto Shut-Off Indicator Light goes
out.
wo
. To turn the iron back on to resume ironing, simply move
the iron in any way until the Auto Shut-Off Indicator Light
goes on.
Reheat the iron for about 1-2 minutes if you have left the | 0 l
iron in its auto shut off mode for 10 minutes or more. minutes
to "OF F"
NOTE: 1. The Auto shut off system works regardless of position of the temperature selector
dial, even at "OFF" position.
2. The Auto Shut-Off Indicator Light will stay on until you unplug the iron or until the
iron automatically shuts itself off.
3. When you finish ironing, always unplug the iron.
% Licensed under U.S. patent No. 4,686,352 and foreign counterparts.
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HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR IRON
AFTER EACH USE
1. Turn iron off and unplug.
2. Empty iron immediately after using. Don't store the iron with water in it.
3. Depress the steam button down into the dry iron position.
4. Wait until the iron has cooled before storing it, and always set it on the heel rest to protect
the soleplate from scratching, corroding or staining.
5. After letting iron cool completely, push the cord wind button to wind the cord. Store iron
vertically in a safe place after winding cord completely. (NI-43GX/44GX/45GX/G10NR Only)
MAIN BODY
After unplugging and cooling the iron, simply wipe off with a damp cloth and it necessary,
use a mild detergent.
NEVER USE ANY HARSH CLEANERS.
SOLEPLATE
Starch and other residue may be easily removed from the soleplate with a damp cloth.
To avoid scratching the finish never use a metallic pad to clean the soleplate, and never
place the iron on a rough surface.
If synthetics are ironed at too high a temperature, not only is the fabric usually ruined,
but the iron soleplate is often covered with the melted remains of the synthetic fabric.
The best way to remove synthetic residue from the soleplate is to heat the iron and to
iron over an old cotton rag.
CAUTION:
Never use steam iron cleaners in the iron, since they may damage the inside of the iron.
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FABRIC IRONING CHART
NOTES:1. Check garment for specific ironing instructions. Always follow
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Iron blended fabrics at setting for lower-temperature fiber or for the
highest-percentage fiber.
3. Use caution, some synthetics may melt at high temperature.
Temperature ‘ A
Selector Setting O Fable Ironing Recommendations
ACRYLIC l
* ACRILAN Dry iron on wrong side, or use a press cloth on
* CRESLAN top of fabric. Don't sprinkle water directly on
* ORLON fabric to avoid spots.
ACETATE To iron suede, cover ironing board with brown
METALLICS paper and use it as a press cloth.
SUEDE
NYLON
* ANTORON
* CAPROLAN
SILK
PERM. PRESS
RAYONS
POLYESTER
Dry iron on wrong side.
* DACRON Dry iron on wrong side. To touch-up collars,
* FORTREL cuffs, pockets, etc., iron lightly on right side.
* KODEL
TRIACETATE
* ARNEL
W'n W COTTON
Steam ironing is suggested. Never iron
completely dry. To iron velvet, steam iron
holding the iron slightly above the fabric.
Steam ironing is suggested. Sprinkle water on
the fabric, depending on its thickness. Iron dark
fabrics on wrong side to avoid unwanted sheen.
Steam ironing is suggested. Iron dark fabrics on
wrong side to avoid unwanted sheen.
* Trademarks of Fiber Manufacturers.

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