Singer STI-1710-SSBW User manual

STI-1710-SSBW
Steam iron
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GB INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GR ΒΙΒΛΙΟ ΟΔΗΓΙΩΝ
BG ИНСТРУКЦИИ ЗА ЕКСПЛОАТАЦИЯ

GB ENGLISH......................................................... 3
GR EΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ .................................................... 12
BG БЪЛГАРСКИ ................................................. 22

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PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Soleplate 9. Anti slip handle
2. Water tank 10. Cord guard
3. Spray nozzle 11. Pilot light
4. Water inlet cover 12. Back cover
5. Steam dial
6. Spray button
7. Burst of steam button
8. Temperature knob

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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. Do not use the appliance for anything other than intended
use.
4. The iron should always be switched off before connecting
or disconnecting from the power supply. Do not pull the
cord to disconnect the plug from the wall socket.
5. If the power cord is damaged or defective, it must be
replaced by an authorized service center to avoid a hazard.
6. When you have finished ironing or when you are leaving
iron unattended:
- turn the steam control knob to position”0”, and the
temperature control dial to “OFF”
- stand the iron upright,
- disconnect the iron from the wall outlet.
7. The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
8. Do not immerse the iron or the cord into water or any other
liquid.
9. Do not touch hot metal parts, hot water or steam. These
parts become hot and may cause burns. Take care if you

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turn the iron upside down: there may be not hot water in
the tank.
10. The plug and cord should not be allowed to touch the
hot soleplate. Let the iron cool down completely before
storing it away. Roll the power cord around the iron for
storage.
11. Disconnect the iron from the wall outlet while filling with
water or when emptying the water after use.
12. To avoid an overloaded circuit, do not operate another
high voltage appliance in the same electric circuit.
13. Never use an extension power cord set that is not approved
by a competent authority.
The cord should be rated for 10A (Europe), cords rated for
less amperage may overheat. The cord should be arranged
in a way that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
14. When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface
on which the stand is placed is stable.
15. The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
16. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
17. The iron is for household use only.
SAVE THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SERVICE & REPAIR
1. For service or repair under warranty, please contact the authorized service
company that is mentioned on the guarantee card that accompanies the
product.

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2. Do not operate any product with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is
damaged, return the appliance to a SINGER service center for examination
repair or adjustment. Do not attempt to dismantle any part of the appliance.
This should only be done at an authorized SINGER service centre.
3. The partial or total non-respect of the safety instructions in the present
instruction manual will automatically release Singer of any type of
responsibility in case of malfunction of the machine or injuries to persons
or animals.
4. In case of manipulation, repairing or any modification of the machine made
by unqualified persons or in case of improper use, the guarantee will be
automatically cancelled.
Notes:
• Some parts of the iron have been slightly greased and as a result, the iron
may smoke slightly when switched on for the first time. It will not happen
again after a few uses.
• Before using for the first time remove any protective films or stickers from
the sole plate and the cabinet. Clean the sole place 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.
IRONING
Important: Have you read the section” Important Safeguards”?
CHOICE OF WATER
You can use: Tap water and/or distilled water for irons.
Do not use: Rain water, water from the fridge, water from any evaporating
appliance.

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HOW TO FILL IN WATER
Set the steam control knob to “0” and the temperature control dial to “OFF”.
• Unplug the iron from the wall outlet, and wait for the iron to cool down.
• Pour water into the water inlet:
- Fill up to the maximum level “MAX” of the water tank.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SETTING
Always check garment label for ironing instructions before ironing garment.
• If the ironing instructions are missing, then the table below may help you.
• First you should sort the laundry: Wool with wool, Cotton with cotton etc.
Start ironing the fabrics requiring the lowest temperature and progress to the
higher ones because the iron heats up quicker than it cools down.
• If the fabric consists of various kinds of fibers (e.g. cotton with polyester) you
must always select the ironing temperature for the material with the lowest
advised temperature
Temperature Control Setting
• Acetate
• Elastane
• Polyamide
• Polypropylene
• Polyester
• Silk
• Triacetate
• Viscose
• Wool
• Cotton
• Linen

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SETTING THE TEMPERATURE
• Insert the plug in the wall socket and stand the iron upright.
• Turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature setting.
• The desired temperature has been reached when the pilot light has turned
off. The pilot light will turn on and off from time to time, indicating that the
selected temperature is being maintained.
SPRAYING
This function can be used any time and it does not affect the ironing temperature.
• Fill water into the iron as described above.
• Aim the nozzle towards the garment.
• Press the spray button.
STEAM IRONING
This function can be used only at higher ironing temperature.
●● for moderate steam
●●● or MAX for maximum steam
• Fill water into the iron as described above.
• Stand the iron upright.
• Connect the iron to a suitable mains supply outlet
• Turn the temperature control dial to the “●●”, “●●●”or MAX setting
• The pilot light turns off when the required temperature is reached. The iron
is ready for use.
• Turn the steam control knob to the required position, steam starts coming out
from the holes in the sole plate.
Note: With conventional steam irons, water may leak from the soleplate if a
too low temperature has been select. If this happens, turn the temperature
control dial to the advised position. Steam will recommence as soon as the
appropriate temperature has been reached.

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BURST OF STEAM
This function provides an extra amount of steam to remove stubborn wrinkles.
• Fill the iron with water as described above.
• Turn the temperature control to the position “MAX”
• The pilot light turns off when the required temperature is reached
• The iron is ready for use
• Press the Burst of Steam button once
• Steam will penetrate into the garment removing the wrinkles
• Wait a few seconds before pressing the steam control knob again when there
are stubborn wrinkles
• Usually all wrinkles can be removed within three pressings
DRY IRONING
• Connect the iron to a suitable mains supply outlet.
• Ensure that the steam control knob is in position”0”
• Select the setting on the temperature control dial.
• When the pilot light turns off, the required temperature is reached. The iron
is ready for use.
ANTI-SCALE SYSTEM
• Your iron contains an anti-scale cartridge to reduce scale deposits.
• This considerably prolongs the operational life of your iron.
• The anti-scale cartridge is an integral part of the water tank and does not
have to be replaced.
SELF-CLEAN FUNCTION
You can use the self-clean function to remove scale and impurities.
Use the self-clean function once every two weeks. If the water in your area
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follow the below steps to use the self-clean function.
A: Unplug the iron.
B: Fill the water tank with tap water to the Max line.
C: Plug in the iron, set the temperature control dial to the Max position. Heat
until the indicator light turns off.
D: Unplug the iron.
E: Hold the iron over a sink in a horizontal position
Warning: Be careful not to touch the irons`s hot surfaces.
F: Adjust the steam control knob to position “ ” and hold. Water will begin
dripping from the water tank. Slowly rock the iron side to side and front to
back for 30 seconds. When rocking the iron tilt the front of the iron slightly
below the rear of the iron to make certain the water circulates completely.
Release the steam control knob to the steam off position “ ” after one
minute.
G: Open the water inlet cover, turn the iron upside down, and allow the
remaining water to flow out from water inlet.
H: Dry the sole plate with a towel.
I: Plug the iron and set the temperature control knob to Max position. Let the
iron heat up until indicator light turns off to dry the iron completely.
J: Set the temperature control knob to the off position. Unplug the iron and
allow it to cool.
CARE AND CLEANING
1. Turn the temperature control dial to “OFF”, then disconnect the iron from the
wall outlet and let it cool down completely.
2. Deposits and other residues on the sole plate can be removed with a cloth
soaked in a vinegar/water solution.
3. The casing may the wiped with a damp cloth and then polished with a dry
one.
4. Never use any abrasives to clean the sole plate.
5. Keep the sole plate smooth; avoid contact with metal objects.