Russell Hobbs 18721 User manual

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C
max
C
max
max
S
temperature
control
steam
available
no steam high steam
#
S
steam
controlfront
heel
Sbutton
spray nozzle
steam ventssoleplate
*button
reservoir
temperature
control
steam control
thermostat
light
self clean button
5mark
max
water inlet
rear
max
cover
5mark
C
C
max
C
max
S
C
max
C
*
C
max
S

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Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the
iron on.
AIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
1 This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been supervised/instructed and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall
not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be done by children
unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
Use and store the appliance out of reach of
children under 8 years.
2 Use the iron, or set it on its heel, on a stable,
level, heat-resistant surface.
3 Don’t leave the iron unattended while plugged
in, or while it’s standing on the ironing board.
4 Unplug the iron before filling, before cleaning,
and after use.
5 Don’t operate the appliance if it’s dropped or
damaged, or if it malfunctions or leaks.
6 If the cable is damaged, return the iron, to
avoid hazard.
¬The surfaces of the appliance will get hot.

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HDon’t put the appliance in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom, near
water, or outdoors.
7 Don’t iron clothing while it’s being worn – you’ll injure the wearer.
8 Don’t use the appliance for any purpose other than those
described in these instructions.
9 Don’t scratch the soleplate – avoid buttons, zips, etc.
10 Don’t wind the cable round the iron.
11 The iron has a thermal fuse, which will blow if it overheats. If this
happens, it will stop working, and must be returned for repair.
household use only
UBEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
•Remove labels, stickers and packing from the iron and soleplate.
•Don’t worry if the iron smokes a bit, it’ll stop as the element cures.
•Iron an old piece of cotton fabric, to clean the soleplate.
•Press the ~and *buttons 3 or 4 times, to check them.
CPREPARATION
1 Check for textile care symbols (ijkl).
2 Iron fabrics needing low temperatures jfirst, then those that
need medium temperatures k, and finish with those needing
high temperatures l.
bTEMPERATURE SETTING GUIDE
label marking dot setting
jcool – nylon, acrylics, polyester •
kwarm – wool, polyester mixtures ••
lhot – cotton, linen •••/max
ido not iron
,If the instructions on the fabric label differ from this guide, follow
the instructions on the label.
XFILLING
3 You may use the iron with tap-water, but if you live in a hard
water area, you should use distilled water (not chemically
descaled or softened water).
4 If you buy distilled water, check that it’s suitable for use in irons.
5 Set the temperature control to •, set the steam control to S.

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6 Unplug the iron.
7 Set the iron down on its soleplate.
8 Lift the top of the water inlet cover to open it.
9 Pour slowly, to let the air in the reservoir escape, otherwise you’ll
cause an air lock and the water will overflow.
10 Don’t fill past max, or water will escape in use.
11 Wipe up any spillage.
CSWITCH ON
12 Set the temperature control to •, set the steam control to S.
13 Sit the iron on its heel.
14 Put the plug into the power socket (switch the socket on, if it’s
switchable).
15 Turn the temperature control to bring the setting you want next
to the 5mark.
16 The light will glow.
17 When the iron reaches the temperature you set, the light will go
off. It’ll then cycle on and off as the thermostat operates to
maintain the temperature.
SSTEAM IRONING
18 When steam ironing, you must set the temperature control at S
or higher.
19 Set the steam control to the setting you want, S= no steam,
#= high steam.
20 Wait till the light goes out, then start ironing.
*SPRAY
,Water spotting affects some fabrics. Test this out on a hidden
part of the fabric.
21 Lift the iron off the fabric.
22 Aim the spray nozzle at the fabric.
23 Press the *button – you may have to press it 2 or 3 times to
pump water through the system.
SSHOT OF STEAM
24 Check that the temperature control is at Sor higher.
25 Lift the iron off the fabric.

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26 Press the ~button – you may have to press it 2 or 3 times to
pump water through the system.
27 Leave 4 seconds between shots, to let the temperature build up.
nDRY IRONING
28 If you’re going to be dry ironing for 20 minutes or more, empty
the reservoir first, to avoid spontaneous bursts of steam.
29 Set the steam control to S.
30 Wait till the light goes out, then start ironing.
mVERTICAL STEAMING
31 Remove wrinkles from hanging clothes, hanging curtains, and
furnishing fabrics.
32 Check that there’s adequate ventilation behind the fabric,
otherwise moisture may build up, causing mildew.
33 Check that there’s nothing behind the fabric that may be
damaged by the steam.
34 Check that pockets, turn-ups, and cuffs are empty.
35 Check that there’s water in the reservoir.
36 Set the temperature control to max, set the steam control to S.
37 Hold the iron close to (but not touching) the fabric.
37 Press the ~button (you’re using the “shot of steam” function
vertically).
39 You may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the
system.
40 Leave 4 seconds between shots, to let the temperature build up.
CAFTER USE
41 Set the temperature control to •, set the steam control to S.
42 Unplug the iron.
43 Lift the top of the water inlet cover to open it.
44 Hold the iron over a sink, turn it upside down, and drain the
water from the reservoir.
45 Sit the iron on its heel, and leave it to cool down completely.
46 When it’s cold, wipe off any moisture, and close the water inlet
cover.
47 Wipe outer surfaces with a damp cloth.

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48 Remove spots from the soleplate with a little vinegar – take care
not to scratch it.
49 Store the iron on its heel, to avoid corrosion and damage to the
soleplate.
CSELF CLEAN
50 To avoid scale build up, use the self clean function at least
monthly in normal water areas, more often in hard water areas.
, Products returned under guarantee with faults due to scale will
incur a repair charge.
51 You’ll need a basin or a large bowl to catch the water coming out
of the soleplate.
52 Fill the reservoir to the max mark.
53 Set the temperature control to max, set the steam control to S.
54 Sit the iron on its heel.
55 Put the plug into the power socket, and wait till the light goes
out.
56 Hold the iron over the basin or bowl, with the soleplate down.
57 Press the C, and hold it down.
58 Gently move the iron to and fro, over the basin or bowl.
59 Water and steam will wash scale and dust through the soleplate,
and into the sink.
60 When the reservoir is empty, release the Cbutton.
61 Unplug the iron, and sit it on its heel to cool.
62 Jump to point 46.

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552-285
WENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic goods, appliances marked
with this symbol mustn’t be disposed of with unsorted municipal
waste, but recovered, reused, or recycled.
SCUSTOMER SERVICE
If you ring, have the Model No. to hand, as we won’t be able to help
without it. It’s on the rating plate (usually underneath the product).
The product isn’t user-serviceable. If it isn’t working, read the
instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it’s
still not working, consult your retailer.
If that doesn’t solve the problem, ring Customer Service for advice.
If they tell you to return the product to us, pack it carefully, include a
note with your name, address, day phone number, and what’s
wrong. If under guarantee, say where and when purchased, and
include proof of purchase (till receipt). Send it to:
Customer Service, Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd, Fir Street, Failsworth,
Manchester M35 0HS
email: [e-mail]
telephone: [phone] (local rate number)
EGUARANTEE
Defects affecting product functionality appearing within two years
of first retail purchase will be corrected by replacement or repair
provided the product is used and maintained in accordance with the
instructions. Your statutory rights are not affected. Documentation,
packaging, and product specifications may change without notice.
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