POLTI VAPORELLA FOREVER 430 User manual

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1) Tank cap
2) Illuminated ON/OFF switch
3) Tank (Fig. 6)
4) Water filter (Fig. 6)
5) Steam pressure indicator light
6) Steam flow control knob
7) Iron temperature control
8) Flex (Steam and electric)
9) Power supply cable
10) Steam release button
10a) “Iron heating” indicator light
11) Iron rest mat
12) Handle
13) Flex holder
14) Continuous steam jet button
Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accesso-
ry specification without prior notice.
This unit conforms with EC-directives 89/336 as amend-
ed by 93/68 (EMC) and 73/23 as amended by 93/68 (low
voltage).
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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 perform-
ing maintenance work of any kind
• Do not pull the power supply cable out of the socket, but grasp
the plug itself to avoid damage to the socket.
• Do not allow the power supply cable 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 plugged into the mains.
• Do not use the appliance when barefoot.
• Do not use the appliance near a bathtub, shower or container
full of water
• Never immerse the appliance, the cable or the plugs in water
or other liquids.
• Use of the appliance 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
appliance 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 checked by an authorized Service Centre as the inter-
nal 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 original spare parts and accessories approved by the
manufacturer.
• Do not wind the power cord around the appliance, especially
when the appliance is still hot.
• During refilling 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.
• Leave the appliance to cool down before cleaning it.
• Before storing the appliance be sure that it has completely
cooled down.
• This appliance is equipped with safety devices which are to be
replaced only by a suitably qualified technician.
• Do not put any detergent or chemical substance in the water
tank.
•Water, in nature, contains magnesium and mineral salts
which aid limescale build-up. To avoid this residue may
cause problems to your appliance, use demineralized
water only.
• If you iron sitting down, do not put 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.
• 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.
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IM MP PO OR RT TA AN NT T
Before leaving our factory all our products are rigorously
tested. Therefore, your VAPORELLA may contain some
residual water in its tank.
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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
as described and in accordance with the instructions provided in
this manual.
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 disposed of separately from ordinary house-
hold 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 environmentally compatible disposal helps prevent negative
Never place your hands
inside the jet of steam.
Danger of burns!
Do not direct the steam jet at
people, animals or debris. Dan-
ger of burns!
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impact on the environment and human health and promotes re-
cycling of the materials making up the product. For more infor-
mation 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
• Pull up the self-refilling tank cap (1) (Fig. 1) and fill the tank
with 500 cc of water, making sure it does not overflow. Close
the cap.
• Water, in nature, contains magnesium and mineral salts which
aid limescale build-up. To avoid this residue may cause prob-
lems to your appliance, use demineralized water only.
• Fit in the flex holder (13) to the appliance. Place the combined
steam and electric flex (8) into the support (fig.2).
• Connect the cable plug to an earthed power supply of the cor-
rect voltage.
• Press the illuminated ON/OFF switch (2); both the steam pres-
sure indicator (5) and the “iron heating” indicator (10a) light up.
• The sound emitted on switching on your appliance and period-
ically during use, is due to the water refilling system and is
quite normal.
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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
• Set the iron temperature on “COTTON - LINEN” steam posi-
tion (fig. 3), by turning the control knob (7).
• Wait for both the steam pressure indicator light (5) and the
“iron heating” indicator light (10a) to go off (about 3 minutes).
Push the steam release button (10) on the iron to release
steam from the holes on the soleplate. Release the button and
the steam flow stops.
NOTE: at the first request of steam, a few drops of water
mixed with steam may come out of the soleplate until the tem-
perature stabilizes. It is advisable to direct the first jets of
steam onto an old cloth until a uniform stable jet of steam is
obtained.
• In order to have a continuous steam jet, move the button (14)
forwards. Steam will keep on coming out, even if you release
the button (10). To interrupt the steam flow, move the button
(14) backwards (fig.4).
• By turning the steam flow control knob (6) you can vary the
quantity of steam according to the kind of textiles to be ironed
(more or less delicate). You can increase the steam flow by
turning the knob in clockwise direction. Turning it in an anti-
clockwise direction reduces the steam flow (fig. 5). We sug-
gest the maximum emission for heavy textiles like jeans and
linen, medium for cotton, minimum for light delicate textiles.
DRY IRONING:
• For DRY ironing (without steam), set the iron temperature by
turning the control knob (7) on the position required for the fab-
ric, as shown on the same knob. When dry ironing, be careful
NOT TO PRESS THE STEAM RELEASE BUTTON (10) on the
iron, otherwise water may leak from the soleplate.
NOTE:
• Both (5) and (10a) lights go on and off during operation; this is
quite normal and means that the electric resistances are oper-
ating to maintain the system at a constant temperature.
• If no steam is released from the iron, check that the steam
pressure light (5) is off.
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CL LE EA AN NI IN NG G T TH HE E W WA AT TE ER R F FI IL LT TE ER R
If the water filter (4) becomes dirty, proceed as described below:
• Remove the boiler cap (1).
• Remove the water filter (4) (fig. 6) from its place and clean it
under running water.
• Put the filter (4) back in its place and reclose the boiler cap.
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FI IL LL LI IN NG G T TH HE E T TA AN NK K
It is necessary to fill up the tank with water before it becomes
empty. If no steam comes out when pressing the steam release
button, this means that there is no more water in the tank.
To keep on working, simply restore the water level in the self-
refilling tank as described in the “Preparation for use” paragraph.
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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, 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.
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 iro-
ning, dry ironing allowed with temperature
set on •
- do not iron
- steam ironing or treatment not allowed