Rowenta DX8860 User manual

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and packages without a return authorization number will be refused
or forwarded to a service center. To service product see service
center information below.
SERVICE CENTER INFORMATION:
If your appliance needs service, ship the product to your nearest
regional service center. Be sure to put your name on the outside
of the shipping box (no P.O. boxes please), include a brief note
describing the issue, and include a copy of the sales receipt if
the product is in warranty. If in warranty, Rowenta will repair or
replace the product at their discretion. If the product is out of
warranty, you will be advised of the cost of repair before any
work begins.
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1 Spray button
2 Extra long burst button
3 Variable steam control with
self clean function and dry
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4 Auto off light
5 Temperature control dial
6 Thermostat light
7 Water filling inlet with cover
8 Spray nozzle
9 Cord
10 Cord support
11 Water tank
12 Soleplate
DESCRIPTION
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including
the following:
Read all instructions before using this product.
- Use appliance only for its intended use.
- To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or
other liquids.
- The appliance should always be turned off before plugging or unplugging from outlet.
Never yank the cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
- Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying
or when not in use.
- Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away.
Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
- Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if appliance has been dropped or
damaged.
- To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the appliance. Ship it to the
nearest authorized Rowenta approved service center for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the appliance is used.
- Not intended for use by children. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance
being used near children. Unsupervised use can result in fire or personal injury. Do not
leave appliance unattended while plugged in, on an ironing board, or while it is still hot.
- 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.
- Do not direct steam at people or animals or iron clothes while they are being worn.
- The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by Rowenta and may result in
fire, electric shock or personal injury.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
- This is a 1600, 1700, 1750 or 1800 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload, do not
operate a high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
- If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, the marked electrical rating should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. Cords rated for less amperage may
overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over
unintentionally.
- Your Rowenta appliance is intended for commercial and household use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Environment protection first !
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
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BEFORE USE
1 • Unpacking
Remove all packaging from the iron.
- Remove soleplate cover before using iron.
- Please read all of the instructions for use and the
Important Safeguards carefully.
- It is normal for a small amount of smoke and a
light odor to be produced the first time it is used.
This will quickly disappear.
- Particles may emit from iron during first use. They are not harmful
and should disappear after iron has been allowed to steam.
2 • Helpful Hints
- When ironing start with fabrics that require a low temperature
setting ( • ) and finish with those which need the highest
temperature ( ••• ).
- Mixed fiber fabrics should be ironed on the temperature for the
most delicate fabric. For example a shirt that is 60 % cotton and
40 % polyester should be ironed at the ( • ) setting for synthetics.
- If spray starch is used, spray it onto the reverse side of the
garment. Allow starch to penetrate before ironing by setting
garment aside for 30 seconds.
- For best results, use a mesh type ironing board to allow excess
steam to escape.
- For delicate fabrics, we recommend carrying out a test on an
unobtrusive area of the garment such as an inner seam.
- Adhere to manufacturer recommendations on garment label.
3 • 3-Way Smart Automatic Shut-Off
If your iron is equipped with Auto-Off and
the iron is not moved while plugged in, an internal
safety switch will turn it off.
It will turn off in 8 minutes if left vertically or in
30 seconds if left on its soleplate or tipped over.
AUTO-OFF IS NOT AN ON/OFF SWITCH.
ALWAYS UNPLUG WHEN NOT IN USE.
30 sec. 8 min.
30 sec. 8 min.
depending on model
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4 • Filling with Water
- Ensure the iron is unplugged.
- Slide the variable steam control completely to
the left.
- Hold the appliance upright so that the water
inlet is horizontal.
- Fill with water (containing no additives) to the
max mark on the water tank. We recommend
using the enclosed filling cup rather than filling
under the tap.
If you need to add water during ironing, UNPLUG
the iron and follow the steps above. Ensure iron
heats back to temperature afterwards, that means
thermostat light will go out.
WATER RECOMMENDATIONS
5 • Tap water
Rowenta irons are designed to be used with REGULAR TAP
WATER (up to 12 grains of hardness). If your water is harder than
this, Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water with half bottled
spring water which reduces the hardness, or just use bottled
spring water. Never use 100 % distilled water as this can cause
the iron to spit and leak.
6 • Softened water
There are many types of household water softeners and the water
from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in an iron.
However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use
chemicals such as salt, can cause the appliance to leak or spit
during use. If you experience this type of problem, we
recommend that you try using bottled spring water or untreated
tap water. Never use 100 % distilled water.
Once you have changed water it will take several uses to correct
the problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam function for
the first time on an old towel or cloth that can be discarded to
avoid damaging your clothes.
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30 sec. 8 min.
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7 • Iron and other impurities
If your water supply contains large amounts of iron or organic
matter, these minerals can collect inside the appliance and
eventually appear as brown stains. If you experience these
problems Rowenta recommends using bottled spring water.
Never use 100 % pure distilled water.
Always remember: Battery water and water containing
additives (such as starch, perfume or fabric conditioner
condensed water from driers) may not be used. Such additives
can affect the properties of the steam and, at high
temperatures, can form deposits in the steam chamber, which
will mark the laundry when they are emitted through the
steam vents.
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8 • Selecting the Temperature
Set the temperature control dial according to
the fabric you are ironing. Check the garment
label for appropriate setting.
We recommend using the chart below as a
guide.
Important! The iron takes longer to cool down than to heat up.
We recommend that you start with fabrics to be ironed at a
low temperature. For mixed fabrics set the temperature for the
most delicate fabric.
30 sec. 8 min.
Ironing label Fabric
Synthetic fibres e.g.
viscose, polyester
wool, silk
cotton, linen
Temperature
control
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TIP: Always spray starch onto the reverse side of the fabric to
be ironed.
9 • Steam Ironing
Warning!
Never iron or steam clothes while they are being worn.
Before ironing for the first time, fill iron and allow to heat.
The iron should be allowed to emit steam for 1 to 2 minutes
while pressing the extra long steam button a few times to
remove any impurities.
This should also be done if iron is not used regularly.
Steam is only produced when the temperature dial is set to the
shaded area (after •• setting).
10 • Variable Steam
Maximum steam setting should only be used
when the iron is set to the highest temperature
setting (•••). Steam will be produced when iron is
used horizontally.
11 • Extra Long Burst Button
(Temperature setting at maximum). Your iron is
equipped with a Extra Long Burst, which allows
you to remove wrinkles, specifically on dry and
thick fabrics. By pressing the Extra Long Burst
Button steam, is pushed deeper into the fabric for
excellent results. The pressure generated may
cause a slight noise.
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Leave an interval of 4 seconds between bursts.
12 • Vertical Burst of Steam
Hold the iron in a vertical and press the shot of
steam button to remove creases from suits,
jackets, skirts, hanging curtains etc.
Warning! Never direct steam at persons or
animals.
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30 sec. 8 min.
30 sec. 8 min.
30 sec. 8 min.
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13 • Dry ironing
To iron without continuous steam and for perfect finishing results
turn the steam control to the Dry Position. It will engage with a
“Click”. Set the temperature to suit the type of material (care
points •, •• or •••).
14 • Spray Setting
This feature is ideal for stubborn wrinkles or set
in creases.
Ensure there is water in the tank then press the
spray button.
Do not spray silk.
15 • Anti-Drip System
In order to produce steam, all irons require a high temperature.
If the soleplate is not hot enough some of the water will not turn
to steam and can spit or leak from the soleplate.
The Anti-Drip system automatically switches off the steam when
ironing at low temperatures to prevent spitting.
16 • Anti-Calc System
Minerals in water can build up in the steam chamber.
The Anti-Calc system contains a special material that neutralizes
the harmful minerals. This system is designed to extend and
maintain the high steam performance of the iron.
The cartridge is not replaceable.
NOTE: Do not use descaling agents in your iron.
17 • Self Clean
WARNING ! Do not use descaling agents. They can damage
the lining of the steam chamber.
This feature allows loose mineral deposits and other impurities to
be flushed from the soleplate.
30 sec. 8 min.
depending on model
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