Russell Hobbs Supreme Steam 23393 User manual

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Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the iron on.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
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. Keep the iron and cable out of reach of children under 8 years.
Sit the base unit on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, preferably a purpose-
built “steam generator” type ironing board.
Rest the iron only on the base unit.
Don’t leave the iron unattended while plugged in or standing on the ironing
board. It could be knocked over.
Don’t use the iron if it’s dropped, damaged, malfunctions or leaks.
If the cable is damaged, return the iron, to avoid hazard.
h The surfaces of the appliance will get hot.
• BDon’t put the iron in liquid, don’t use it in a bathroom, near water, or outdoors.
• Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be tripped over or caught.
• Don’t iron clothing while it’s being worn – you’ll burn or scald the wearer.
• Don’t touch the soleplate, and keep away from the steam coming from it.
• Don’t use the iron in the vicinity of children.
• Don’t sit the base unit on a soft, carpeted, or upholstered surface, as this may block the vents
underneath the base unit.
• Keep the cables and steam pipe away from hot parts.
• Don’t use the iron for any purpose other than those described in these instructions.
• Take care not to scratch the soleplate – avoid buttons, zips, etc.
• The iron has a protective thermal fuse, which will blow if it overheats. If this happens, the iron will
stop working, and must be returned for repair.
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
DIAGRAMS
1. Temperature control
2. Mark
3. Steam pipe
4. Steam trigger
5. Thermostat light
6. Reservoir
7. Steam control
8. Mains cable storage
9. Boiler drain plug
10. Boiler cleaning brush
11. Steam pipe storage
12. Anti-scale cartridge (inside reservoir)
BEFORE FIRST USE
• Remove any labels, stickers or packaging from the iron and soleplate.
• Before using the iron for the first time, or if it’s not been used for a long time, iron a scrap piece of
cotton (an old towel is ideal) to remove any accumulated residues.
• Don’t worry if the iron smokes a bit at first, it will soon stop as the manufacturing residues evaporate.

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FILLING/REFILLING
• Don’t add anything to the water and don’t use water with anything added to it. When the water is
converted to steam, chemicals, perfume, and other additives will coat the inside of the steam
chamber, shortening the life of the iron.
1. If your iron is plugged in and switched on when you remove the reservoir it will beep until you replace
the reservoir. To avoid this you, switch off ( C ) and unplug the iron before filling.
2. Remove the reservoir by pulling it away from the body of the steam generator using the grip on the
front of the reservoir (FIG A).
3. Fill the reservoir to the max mark. Do not exceed the max mark.
4. Refit the reservoir into the base unit.
PRELIMINARY SETTINGS
1. Put the iron on top of the base unit.
2. Put the plug into the power socket (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable).
3. Press the C button to switch the iron on. Your iron will beep and the power light will come on.
4. Turn the temperature control to bring the setting you require next to the mark. The thermostat light
will come on and your iron will heat up.
5. It’ll go out when the soleplate reaches the temperature set by the temperature control, then cycle on
and off, as the thermostat works to maintain the temperature.
6. Use the steam control to select the amount of steam you want ( l = low, h = high).
7. The steam light ( l ) will light up until the iron is ready to produce steam. Wait until it goes out before
steam ironing.
TEMPERATURE SELECTION GUIDE
1. Check for textile care symbols (ijkl)..
2. Iron fabrics needing low temperatures first, then those that need medium temperatures , and finish
with those needing high temperatures (or max).
3. Turn the temperature control to bring the setting you require next to the mark.
If the instructions on the fabric label differ from this guide, follow the instructions on the label.
L abel marking Dot setting
jcool – nylon, acrylics, polyester •
kwarm – wool, polyester mixtures ••
lhot – cotton, linen •••/max
ido not iron
If the soleplate is at a lower temperature that the one you’ve set, the thermostat light will come on, to let
you know that the soleplate is heating up.
When the soleplate reaches operating temperature, the thermostat light will go out, then cycle on and off
as the thermostat works to maintain the temperature
STEAM IRONING
1. Set the temperature control to Sor higher – otherwise the steam might condense on the soleplate,
giving you water instead of steam.
2. Use the steam control to select the amount of steam you want ( l = low, h = high). Wait until the
steam light ( l ) goes out before steam ironing. The steam light will cycle on and off during steam
ironing.
3. Squeeze the steam trigger to produce steam, release it to stop.

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DRY IRONING
You can dry iron by just not pressing the steam button, but if you want to make sure you don’t press it
accidentally, then you should iron with an empty reservoir. You can do your dry ironing first, then switch
off, fill the reservoir and do your steam ironing.
VERTICAL STEAMING
Remove wrinkles from hanging clothes, hanging curtains, and furnishing fabrics.
• Check that there’s adequate ventilation behind the fabric, otherwise moisture may build up, causing
mildew.
• Check that there’s nothing behind the fabric that may be damaged by the steam.
• Check that pockets, turn-ups, and cuffs are empty.
1. Check that the temperature control is at Sor higher. Wait till the thermostat light goes out.
2. Wait until the steam light ( l ) goes out before steam ironing.
3. Hold the iron close to (but not touching) the fabric. Hold it well away for delicate fabrics.
We recommend using the steam trigger to produce steam for smaller areas, as it gives you better control.
LOW WATER
Your iron will beep continuously and the empty reservoir light jwill come one when the reservoir needs
refilling.
AFTER USE
1. Put the iron on top of the base unit and turn the temperature control to • .
2. Press the Cbutton and unplug the base unit.
3. Empty the reservoir.
4. Let the iron cool down completely before cleaning it, moving it, or storing it away.
5. The steam pipe can be wrapped around the groove in the base unit.
6. Coil the mains cable and place it in the cable storage area.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Unplug the base unit, and let the appliance cool down fully.
2. Wipe outer surfaces with a damp cloth. If necessary, use a little washing-up liquid.
3. Remove spots from the soleplate with a little vinegar.
4. Take care not to scratch the soleplate.
ANTI-SCALE CARTRIDGE
The life of the anti-scale cartridge depends on the frequency of use and the hardness of the water in your
area. It should last for about 100 uses in a soft water area.
1. Remove the reservoir by pulling it away from the body of the steam generator using the grip on the
front of the reservoir (FIG A).
2. Pull the old filter cartridge out of its recess in the reservoir. When you remove the anti-calc cartridge
note its orientation before fitting the replacement because it will only fit correctly one way round.
Refit the new cartridge (FIG D) then replace the reservoir into the base unit.
REPLACEMENT ANTI-SCALE CARTRIDGES
1. Have the appliance Model Number to hand, as we won’t be able to help you without it. It’s on the
rating plate (usually underneath the product).

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2. Ring 0845 658 9700, or email serv[email protected], for prices, then purchase replacements using
VISA or MASTERCARD.
DESCALING THE BOILER
Note: Russell Hobbs multi purpose descaler is NOT suitable for descaling your steam generator.
• To maintain optimum performance, clean the boiler every 10-20 uses depending on the water
hardness where you live.
• It’s best to do this on top of a towel on the work surface in the kitchen, as you’re likely to spill a bit,
and you’ll need access to water and a sink (or a basin).
• Remove the reservoir (you’re going to place the base unit on its side).
1. Leave it for a minimum of 4 hours to cool down completely (overnight is best).
2. Mix 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 2 tablespoons of warm water in a jug.
3. Set the iron down on the work surface – take care not to scratch the soleplate.
4. Place the base unit on its side.
5. Unscrew the boiler drain plug (FIG B).
6. Empty any water already in the boiler into the sink.
7. Place the base unit on its side again, and pour the vinegar/water mix into the hole.
8. Replace the drain plug and shake the base unit from side to side.
9. Leave it for half an hour, then unscrew the drain plug and use the boiler cleaning brush to clean the
boiler (FIG C). Empty the boiler into the sink.
10. Now rinse, to remove scale and vinegar:
a) Place the base unit on its side, fill with water
b) Shake the base, then empty the water into the sink
11. Repeat until the water that comes out is clear, free of scale particles, and doesn’t smell of vinegar.
12. Finally, replace the drain plug tightening it firmly.
Products returned under guarantee with faults due to scale will be subject to a repair charge.

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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.
SERVICE
If you ring Customer Service, please have the appliance Model Number to hand, as we won’t be able to
help you without it. It’s on the rating plate (usually underneath the product).
The product isn’t user-serviceable. If it’s not 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 – they may be able to offer technical advice.
If they advise 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)
GUARANTEE
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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