POLTI VAPORELLA 3500R User manual

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VL 3500R M0S08588 1P01

1) Patented safety cap
2) Boiler on/off switch (illuminated)
3) Iron on/off switch (illuminated)
4) “Iron heating” indicator light
5) Steam pressure indicator light
6) Sliding steam regulation control
7) Iron temperature dial
8) flex hose (power and steam)
9) Power supply cable
10) Steam request button
11) Funnel
This unit conforms with EC-directives 89/336 as amended by
93/68 (EMC) and 73/23 as amended by 93/68 (low voltage).
Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specifi-
cation without prior notice.
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PL LE EA AS SE E R RE EA AD D T TH HE E F FO OL LL LO OW WI IN NG G
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BE EF FO OR RE E U US SE E
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance.
• Any use which does not comply with these instructions will invalidate
the warranty.
• The wiring system to which the appliance is connected must always
comply with the laws in force.
• Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the mains voltage is
the same as the voltage indicated on the data label of the appliance
and that the power outlet is connected to earth
• Always turn off the appliance at the on/off switch before unplugging it.
• If the appliance is left unused, always disconnect it from the mains.
Never leave the appliance unattended with the cable plugged into the
mains.
• Always make sure the appliance is unplugged before performing main-
tenance work of any kind
• Do not pull the power cord out of the socket, but grasp the plug itself to
avoid damage to the socket.
• Do not allow the power cord to be twisted, crushed, stretched, or come
into contact with sharp or hot surfaces.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cable or other important parts are
damaged.
• Do not use electric extension leads that are not authorized by the
manufacturer, as they may cause damage or fire.
• If it is necessary to replace the power supply cable, please refer to the
nearest Polti authorised service centre, since the use of a special tool
is necessary.
• Never touch the appliance with wet hands or feet with the cable plug-
ged into the mains.
• Do not use the appliance when barefoot.
• Do not use the appliance near a bath tub, shower or container full of
water
• Never immerse the appliance, the cable or the plugs in water or ano-
ther liquid.
• Use of the appliance in places where there is a danger of explosions is
prohibited.
• Do not use the product with toxic substances.
• Do not lay the hot appliance on surfaces sensitive to heat.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to wind or rain.
• Do not place the appliance near a live element, an electric stove or any
other source of heat.
• Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures
• Never let children or people who are not familiar with how the applian-
ce works use it.
• Do not press the buttons hard or with a pointed object such as a pen.
• Always rest the appliance on a stable surface.
• In case of accidental fall of the appliance it is necessary to have it chec-
ked by an authorized Service Centre as the internal safety features
may have been affected.
• In case of breakdown or malfunction switch off the appliance and never
attempt to disassemble it, but refer to an authorized Service Centre.
• In order to avoid prejudicing the safety of the appliance, use only origi-
nal spare parts and accessories approved by the manufacturer.
• Do not wind the power cable around the appliance, especially when the
appliance is still hot.
• During refilling with water, switch off and disconnect the appliance from
the mains.
• It is necessary to keep the unit in horizontal position during operation.
• Do not direct the steam jet on electrical appliances.
• Let the appliance cool down before cleaning it.
• Before storing the appliance make sure that it has completely cooled
down.
• This appliances is equipped with safety devices which are to be repla-
ced only by a suitably qualified technician.
• Do not direct the steam jet at people, animals or debris. Danger of
burns!
• Never place your hands inside the jet of steam.
Danger of burns!
• When Refilling the boiler, pour in gently at first and keep your face
away. Otherwise the still hot boiler walls can spit drops of very hot
water or steam spray.
• Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in the boiler. Water by
its nature contains magnesium, mineral salts and other deposits which
in hard water areas can contribute to limescale build up in the boiler. To
avoid these problems, we recommend the use of our natural-base
decalcifier Kalstop FP 2003. This is a preventive against scale build-up
and protects the metal walls of the boiler. KALSTOP is available from
Polti dealers or by mail-order from your Polti Service Centre.
• Do not use demineralised water alone, but mix it with tap water as
described above.
•Never use distilled water or scented water.
• Make sure the patented safety cap is fully and correctly screwed on,
otherwise you may experience steam escaping from the cap.
• Do not refill the boiler while it is still hot, let it cool down for a few minu-
tes before refilling.
• Do not empy the appliance when the water in the boiler is still hot.
• Do not open the safety cap while the appliance is in use.
• The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface
• When placing the iron on its stand, make sure that the surface on which
the stand is placed is stable.
• Check periodically the safety cap and the related gasket, replace them
with original spare parts if necessary.
• If you iron sitting down, do not place your legs under the ironing board,
the steam can cause burns.
• Iron only on heat resistant surfaces and on surfaces that allow the
steam to escape e.g. mesh ironing boards.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience 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
appliance.
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IM MP PO OR RT TA AN NT T
Before leaving our factory all our products are rigorously tested. For this
reason your Vaporella may contain a small quantity of remaining water in
the boiler.
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CO OR RR RE EC CT T U US SE E O OF F T TH HE E P PR RO OD DU UC CT T
This appliance is intended for home use as a steam generator iron as
described and in accordance with the instructions provided in this ma-
nual.
Please read these instructions carefully and keep them, as you may find
them useful in future.
Polti declines liability for any damage or accident derived from any
use of Vaporella which is not in conformity with the instructions
contained in this booklet.
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AT TT TE EN NT TI IO ON N
Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment -
WEEE): information for users
This product complies with EU Directive 2002/96/EC.
The crossed-out wastebasket symbol on the appliance means
that at the end of its useful lifespan, the product must be dispo-
sed of separately from ordinary household wastes.
The user is responsible for delivering the appliance to an appro-
priate collection facility at the end of its useful lifespan.
Appropriate separate collection to permit recycling, treatment and envi-
ronmentally compatible disposal helps prevent negative impact on the en-
vironment and human health and promotes recycling of the materials ma-
king up the product. For more information on available collection facilities,
contact your local waste collection service or the shop where you bought
this appliance.
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PR RE EP PA AR RA AT TI IO ON N F FO OR R U US SE E
1a. Unscrew the patented safety cap (1) and fill the boiler with not more
than 0.9 litres of water (from empty), using the special funnel (11).
Make sure that the water does not overflow (fig.1), and that space is
left in the boiler for the steam to form.
Normal tapwater can be used. However, as water by its nature con-
tains limestone, which may cause build-up of limescale in the boiler,
in hard water areas we recommend the use of our natural-base de-
calcifier Kalstop FP 2003. KALSTOP is available from Polti dealers
and by mail order from the Authorised Service Centre.
2a. Make sure the rubber gasket is present inside the safety cap, then
screw on the cap fully and carefully. Do not use the appliance if the
rubber gasket is not present. Make sure the patented safety cap (1) is
fully and correctly screwed on, otherwise you may experience steam
escaping from around the cap.
3a. Connect the power supply cable (9) into an earthed power supply of
the correct voltage.
Read these instructions carefully before using
the appliance.

4a. Switch on the boiler and iron by pressing the switches (2) and (3); in-
dicators (4) and (5) will light up (fig.2).
NOTE: during filling operation, be careful that the water does not overflow
as it may come out and wet the surface where Vaporella is laid.
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IN NS ST TR RU UC CT TI IO ON NS S F FO OR R U US SE E
Before ironing a garment, it is always advisable to check the symbols and
instructions on the label provided by the garment manufacturer.
Check which kind of ironing is recommended, referring to the table below:
STEAM IRONING
1b. Set the iron temperature on the “COTTON - LINEN” position (fig. 3),
by turning the dial (7).
2b. Wait until the steam pressure indicator light (5) and the “Iron heating”
indicator light (4) switch off (about 15 minutes). Press the button (10)
on the iron to make steam come out of the holes on the soleplate.
Releasing the button, the steam stops.
NOTE: during initial operation of the iron, a few drops of water mixed
with steam may come out of the soleplate until the temperature stabi-
lizes. It is advisable to direct the first jets of steam onto an old cloth
until a uniform stable jet of steam is obtained.
3b. By moving the sliding control (6), the volume of steam can be varied
according to the type of textile to be ironed (more or less delicate)
(fig.4).
DRY IRONING:
1c. For DRY ironing (without steam), set the iron temperature by turning
the control dial (7) on the position required for the fabric, as shown on
the same dial. When dry ironing, be careful NOT TO PRESS THE
STEAM RELEASE BUTTON (10) on the iron, otherwise water may
leak from the soleplate.
NOTE:
• The steam pressure indicator light (5) may go on and off from time to
time during use of Vaporella. This indicates the machine maintaining
the correct and constant pressure and is quite normal.
• If no steam is released from the iron, check the following:
a) there is water in the boiler;
b) the sliding steam regulation control (6) is not set to the minimum po-
sition.
c) the steam pressure indicator light is off
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PA AT TE EN NT TE ED D S SA AF FE ET TY Y C CA AP P / / “ “W WA AT TE ER R O OU UT T” ”
This appliance is equipped with a patented safety cap, which prevents
opening of the boiler as long as there is any pressure remaining inside.
This is an important and indispensable safety device, and it is necessary
to follow certain procedures when re-filling the boiler. When you have
used up all the water in the boiler, proceed as follows:
1d. Switch off the boiler switch (2).
2d. Press the steam request button on the iron (10) so as to fully exhaust
the steam supply from the boiler.
3d. Switch off the iron switch (3).
4d. Disconnect the power supply cable from the mains.
5d. Unscrew anti-clockwise the safety cap (1).
6d. Wait for a few minutes to allow the boiler to cool down.
7d. When the boiler is cool proceed to carefully refill the tank as descri-
bed in paragraph 1a of the section “PREPARATION FOR USE” in the
instructions. If refilling the boiler when not completely cooled, we re-
commend that you carefully pour gradually only very small quantities
of HOT (not cold) water at each pouring, so as to avoid spitting.
Keep exposed skin and face well away from the aperture.
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CA AR RE E O OF F Y YO OU UR R V VA AP PO OR RE EL LL LA A
•Before attempting any maintenance operation, make sure to
always disconnect the appliance from the mains.
• To clean the body of the appliance, simply use a moist cloth. Do not use
solvents or detergents, which may harm the body material.
• Rinse the boiler every 2 months with clear water, the washing traces
will be brown, showing the proper functioning of the decalcifier. In case
of very encrusted boiler, proceed in the following way: leave only 0,5
liter water in the boiler, add 5 KALSTOP FP2003 doses; when the boi-
ler is under pressure, press the steam request button until the steam is
exhausted; rinse the boiler to eliminate all limescale residues. When
the boiler is clean, proceed as normal.
Steam ironing allowed
For dry ironing, set the iron temperature on •••
Steam ironing allowed
For dry ironing, set the iron temperature on ••
Check the fabric's resistance to steam ironing, dry ironing
allowed with temperature set on •
- do not iron
- steam ironing or treatment not allowed