Salton elite SEI001 Guide

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WARRANTYAND INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL NO: SEI001
SALTON ELITE FULL FUNCTION STEAM IRON
WITH ENAMEL SOLEPLATE

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Thank you for purchasing the SALTON Full Feature Iron. All SALTON appliances are
manufactured with the strictest standards to ensure your satisfaction.
Please read this instruction manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your new steam
iron, before using it for the first time. Retain the manual for future reference and if you pass
the iron on, please pass on the instructions too.
1. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Please read all instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time.
2. Before connecting the appliance. Check if the voltage indicated on the rating plate
corresponds with the mains voltage in your home.
3. Keep out of reach of children. This appliance is not intended for being used by young
children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. VERY IMPORTANT: To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse
appliance, plug or cord set in water or other liquids. Do not use near washbasins or
sinks. Ensure that the appliance does not get wet (water splashes etc.) and do not use it
with wet hands.
5. Use caution when using this iron. Do not touch hot surfaces as burns can occur from
touching hot metal parts. Use the handle of the iron.
6. When you have finished ironing or when you only leave it for a short while:
Turn the Steam Button to position 0
Stand the iron upright
Disconnect the iron from the wall outlet.
7. Do not use the iron when it is damaged in any way. Do not operate the iron with a
damaged cord or plug. Do not replace the power cord or any other parts by yourself.
Bring the iron to the nearest authorized service facility or to the shop where you bought
it, as special tools are required for repair.
8. This appliance is intended for Household Use Only. Do not use appliance for anything
other than its intended purpose since this will result in the warranty being null and void.
9. Do not place the iron near or on a hot gas or electrical burner or in a heated oven.
10. Please use only genuine attachments supplied by an authorized Service-Dealer or the
supplier.
11. Do not pull on the cord to disconnect from the power outlet. Always grasp the plug
firmly and pull to disconnect.
12. Disconnect the iron from the water outlet for filling in water or when you remove the
water after use. Empty the iron after use. Do not store with water still in the tank.
13. The plug and cord should not be allowed to touch the hot sole plate. Let the iron cool

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down completely before packing it away. Roll the power Cord around the iron for
storage.
14. Never use an extension power cord that is not approved by an authorized and competent
authority. Please check that the cord that is correctly wired and rated for its use.
15. The iron if for household use only. If appliance is to be used by a third party, please
supply the instruction manual with it.
16. No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non-compliance with these
instructions or any other improper use or mishandling.
NOTE: Some parts of the iron have been slightly greased and as result the iron may smoke
slightly when switch on for the first time. Remove any protective films or stickers from the
sole plate and the cabinet. Clean the sole plate with a soft cloth. When using the iron for the
first time, test it on an old piece of fabric to ensure that the sole plate and water tank are
completely clean.
HINTS BEFORE USE
1. Remove all the packaging material and protective labels from the soleplate and
clean the iron’s soleplate surface and vents as well as the water tank to remove
manufacturing dust.
2. Unwind the mains leads and straighten them out.
3. Fill the iron with water (preferably distilled), set the iron on its heel rest and plug
in.
4. Turn the temperature setting to maximum; the power light will go off when the set
temperature is reach. Set steam to maximum and iron an old cloth until all the
steam has escaped. The iron is now operational and ready for general use.

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2. DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
3. TECHNICAL PAPAMETERS
Rated Voltage
220-240v
Function
Steam/Dry/Spray/Burst
Rated Frequency
50Hz
Rated Power
1600W
4. CHOICE OF WATER
1. This iron can be used with normal tap water.
2. If the water in your area is particularly hard, it is advisable to use distilled or
de-mineralized water.
3. Do not use chemically de-scaled water or any other liquids for refilling.
5. HOW TO FILL IN WATER
1. Unplug the iron from the wall outlet.
2. Turn the Steam Button to the 0 position and Temperature Control Dial to the MIN
position.
3. Hold the iron handle, make the iron slope and fill in water through water inlet slowly.
Fill Up to the max level of the water tank.
Important: Remove the water after use. Do not store the iron with water still in the water
tank.
Soleplate
Handle
Temperature Control
Water Tank
Water-filler
Cover
w
Spray Button
w
Steam Surge Button
w
Self-cleaning button

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6. SETTINGTHE TEMPERATURE
1. Before setting the temperature, read the care instructions on the garment. If there are no
hints for care of the garment, then the table below may assist you. If the fabric consists of a
combination of fibre types, you must always select the lowest ironing temperature for a
particular fibre type in the garment:
Temperature
Setting
Kind of Textile
Label
Better Ironing-methods
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Synthetic
Dry ironing on the back and
pad of garment. Do not spray
water directly, or spot will
appear.
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Silk
Dry ironing on the back of
garment
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Nylon
Dry ironing on the back of
garment, ironing collar,
sleeves, pocket
●●●
Wool
Do not use dry ironing.
●●●
Cotton
Steam Ironing, and Spraying
according to thick-thin and
fold crease of garment.
●●●
Linen
2. Insert the plug into the wall socket and stand the iron upright.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the correct temperature according to the
fabric type being ironed (see pt 1).
4. The pilot light will turn off when the correct temperature has been reached.
The pilot light will switch on and off from time to time indicating that the selected
temperature is being maintained.

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7. STEAM IRONING
1. Fill the iron as described above, plug in and switch on.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature allow to approximately 2
min for the iron to reach the set temperature. The indicator light will cycle on and off as
the temperature is maintained.
3. Turn the Steam control button to position 1, 2, or 3. As soon as the iron is held
horizontally, the steam will flow through the vents.
4. If the temperature is below the ● ● mark on the temperature control dial, vaporization
may be incomplete causing water to drip from the soleplate vents onto the garment being
ironed. To prevent this happening, ensure that the temperature is set to between the
following two marks:
●●for moderate steam
●●●or MAX for maximum steam
7. BURST/VERTICAL STEAM IRONING
This function can be used only at higher ironing temperatures and provides an extra burst of
steam to remove stubborn wrinkles.
1. Fill water into the iron as described above to the maximum mark.
2. Stand the iron on its circular heel rest.
3. Connect the iron to a suitable mains supply outlet.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the MAX setting and allow the iron time to heat up
to the set temperature.
5. The pilot light will turn off when the required temperature is reached. The iron is ready
for use.
6. Press the Bursting button once.
7. Steam will penetrate into the garment removing wrinkles.
8. Wait a few seconds before pressing the Bursting Button again. Usually 3 bursts of steam
will be sufficient to remove stubborn wrinkles.
NOTE: With conventional steam ironing, water may leak from the sole plate if a too low
temperature has been select. If this happens, turn the temperature control dial to the advised
position; steaming will recommence as soon as the appropriate, temperature has been
reached.
9. DRY IRONING
1. Turn the temperature control dial to MIN position and make sure the steam control
button is in the 0 Position. Insert the power cord into the wall socket.

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2. According to the Temperature Control Settings and Garment Care Instructions, turn the
temperature Control dial to the correct temperature. When the pilot light turns off, the
required temperature is reached. The iron is ready for use.
3. After ironing, please turn the Temperature Control Dial to the MIN position. Pull out the
plug, stand the iron upright, and wait until the soleplate has cooled down completely
before packing away for storage.
10. SPRAY FUNCTION
This function can be used any time and it does not affect the ironing temperature.
1. Fill water into the iron up to the Max level of water tank.
2. Aim the spray nozzle at the garment.
3. Press the Spray Button.
11. SELF-CLEANING
If you push the button of self-cleaning, a strong steam will be injected from the soleplate,
thus the iron can be cleaned from the inside to avoid the vents of the soleplate becoming
blocked.
12. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
1. After using, first unplug the unit and allow it to cool down before cleaning.
2. Empty out the remaining water. Hold the soleplate away from you while doing this
incase it is still hot.
WARNING: The contents of the water tank may also still be hot.
3. Wipe the soleplate with a soft wet cloth and keep it level and smooth avoiding
mental-friction.
4. Scrub incrustation off the spraying nozzle with a toothpick.
5. Wash the inside of the water tank frequently. First fill with water, then sway it from side
to side finally pouring out the water through the water opening.
6. Don’t use strong acid or alkali products on the iron as this may damage the frame and
produce a colour change to the body of the unit.
7. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or solvents when cleaning the iron.
8. Pour out water in the water tank completely after using every time, and store it upright.
12. IF THE PLUG NEEDS CHANGING
1. Connect the Green/Yellow wire (Earth) to the terminal marked E
2. Connect the Blue wire (Neutral) to the terminal marked N.
3. Connect the Brown wire (Live) to the terminal marked L.
4. Fasten the grip cord securely.
5. If in doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

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WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance corresponds with the supply voltage.
13. AFTER SALES SERVICE
This appliance is not user serviceable. If it is not working properly check the following:
1. You have followed the instructions correctly and carefully.
2. The plug fuse hasn’t blown.
3. The mains supply fuse/circuit breaker hasn’t blown/tripped.
4. If the appliance still doesn’t function, please consult your retailer. If the retailer is
unable to resolve the problem and you need to return the unit to the distributor,
please proceed as follows:
Repack carefully into its original packaging.
Enclose your contact details (Name, address, contact telephone number).
Enclose an explanation of the problem you are experiencing with the
appliance.
If the appliance is still under guarantee, state where and when it was
purchased and include your proof of purchase (e.g. till receipt).
Return to the retailer where it was purchased, who will ensure that it is
sent in to our service department.
An estimate for the inspection/repairs will be sent to you should the unit
be outside of the warranty.
Spare parts can be obtained from our Spares Division. Please contact the
Customer Service Department on 011 490 9000 for a quote or further information.
SIMPLE MAINTENANCE METHODS
Problems
Causes
Approaches

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No steam
Steam control is not set to the
steam position.
Turn the temperature control to
the correct position.
No water in the water tank.
Fill water in the water tank.
Dripping
The temperature control is not
set in the steam area.
Set the temperature control to
the steam area.
Soleplate doesn’t reach the
temperature required.
Turn up temperature properly
No heat
Power cut or fuse-wire cut off
Change fuse wire or stop using
the appliance. Have it examined
and/or repaired.
Little steam
The steam opening is blocked
by dirt.
Remove dirt with distilled
water.
Temperature control is not set in
the steam area.
Adjust the temperature control
to the steam area.
Inadequate
heat or too
hot
The position of temperature
control is not correct
Turn the steam control to the 0
or little steam position.
14. AUTO-INTERRUPTION SAFETY PROTECTION FUNCTION
When the auto-temperature modulator ceases to be effective, the super-temperature fuse
installed in the product will automatically come into effect to prevent overheating. Should
this happen, please take your appliance in to be examined and serviced.

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PLEASE AFFIX YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE/RECEIPT HERE
IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM UNDER WARRANTY THIS RECEIPT MUST
BE PRODUCED.
W A R R A N T Y
1. Tedelex Trading (Pty) Limited (“Tedelex”) warrants to the original purchaser of
this product (“the customer”) that this product will be free of defects in quality and
workmanship which under normal personal, familyor household use and purpose
may manifest within a period of 1 (one) year from the date of purchase (“warranty
period”).
2. Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective or does
not work properly for the intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier
from whom the customer bought the product (“the supplier”) thereof within the
warranty period. Any claim in terms of this warranty must be supported by a proof
of purchase. If proof of purchase is not available, then repair, and/or service
charges may be payable by the customer to the supplier.
3. The faulty product must be taken to the supplier's service centre to exercise the
warranty.
4. The supplier will refund, repair or exchange the product in terms of this warranty
subject to legislative requirements. This warranty shall be valid only where the
customer has not broken the product himself, or used the product for something
that it is not supposed to be used for. The warranty does not include and will not
be construed to cover products damaged as a result of disaster, misuse, tamper,
abuse or any unauthorised modification or repair of the product.
5. This warranty will extend only to the product provided at the date of the purchase
and not to any expendables attached or installed by the customer.
6. If the customer requests that the supplier repairs the product and the product