Sunbeam 3040 User manual

When using your iron, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
Use iron only for its intended use.
To protect against risk of electric shock, do not
immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
The iron should always be turned to “OFF”
before plugging or unplugging from outlet.
Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet;
instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.
Let iron cool completely before putting away.
Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet
when filling with water or emptying and when
not in use.
Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if
the iron has been dropped or damaged. To avoid
the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the
iron. Take it to an authorized service center for
examination and/or repair. Incorrect reassembly
can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron
is used.
Close supervision is necessary for any appliance
being used by or near children. Do not leave
iron unattended while connected or on an
ironing board.
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.
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.If the iron is not operating normally, disconnect
from the power supply and have the iron
serviced by an authorized serwce center.
lYour SUNBEAMa iron is deslgned to rest on
the heel rest. Do not leave the iron unattended.
Do not set the iron on an unprotected surface,
even if it is on its heel rest.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
lThis is a 1200.Watt appliance.” To avoid a
circuit overload, do not operate another high
wattage appliance on the same circuit.
.If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a
IO-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated
for less amperage may overheat. Care should be
taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be
pulled or tripped over.
For products purchased in the United States
and Canada only
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). This plug fits a polarized outlet only one
way; if the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does nor fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome......................................3
Learning About Your Iron.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Filling the Water Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Extending the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: . . . . .7
Dry Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Steam Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Using the Iron’s Special Features.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SPRAY MIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
SHOT OF STEAM (Mode/ 3040 only). . . . . . . . . .8
Vertical Steam (Model3040 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Patented MOTION SMARrPM Auto-Off. . . 10
Caring for Your Iron After Use.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Turning Off Your Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
- Storing Your Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintaining Your Iron.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cleaning the Soleplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using the Self-Cleaning Feature . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ironing Tips and Guide.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ironing lips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Ironing Guide.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
One-Year limited Warranty.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
How to Obtain Warranty Service . . . . . . . . . . 18

Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a SUNBEAM” Iron! Sunbeam
has designed your iron to provide the utmost in quality, ease of use
and convenience.
SUNBEAM” Simple Pres9 irons offer the following features:
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SPRAY MIST - Provides a fine mist of water to dampen fabrics
for creases or to remove wrinkles from heavy fabrics.
Non-Stick Surface - Prevents starch residue and fabrics from
sticking to the bottom, making the iron easier to clean.
ONE PASS” Steam - Provides just the right amount of steam
to remove wrinkles with one pass of the iron.
Self-Cleaning
- Prevents mineral build up that can reduce the life
of your iron.
large Water Fill Hole - Allows you to fill the water reservoir faster
while reducing water spills and drips.
Accepts Tap Water - Eliminates the necessity of keeping distilled water
on band for ironing.
Comfortable Ergonomic Handle - Provides a more comfortable grip
and easy handling.
Patented MOTION SMART’” Auto-Off
- Automatically turns the iron off
if it is not moved after 15 minutes in the upright position or after
30 seconds in the ironing position.
Power Indicator light - Lights steadily to let you know the iron is
plugged in; blinks to let you know that the patented MOTION SMART”
Auto-Off has activated; and is unlit when the iron is unplugged.
Vertical Steam (Model 3040 only) - Functions like a garment steamer
to remove wrinkles from bung garments or drapes.
SHOT OF STEAM” (Model 3040 only) - Offers a powerful burst of steam
for removing stubborn wrinkles.
Retractable Cord - For easy storage and convenience.

1. SPRAY MIST Release
2. Sliding Water Reservoir Cover
3. Water Fill Hole
4. SHOT OF STEAM Button (Model 3040
only)
5. SPRAY MIST Button
6. Steam Control
7. Power Indicator Light
8. Patented MOTION SMART Auto-Off Indicator Blinking Light
9. Comfortable, Ergonomic Grip
1OA. Retractable Cord
10B. Winding Button
11. Heel Rest with Rubber Feet
12. Cord Wrap
13. Fabric Select Dial
14. Non-Stick Soleplate
15. l0-ounce, See-Through Water Reservoir

Filling the Water Reservoir
You must fill the water reservoir with water to use
the SPRAY MIST8 and SHOT OF STEAM features
and to get steam out of your
iron
Tip: Sunbeam tests each iron at the factory to
ensure that they
function correctly. The test may
leave a small, harmless amount of water within
the water reservoir.
Before you fill the water reservoir, please consider
the following:
lWhile this iron was designed for use with tap
water, very hard water will reduce the performance
of the iron. If your water is very hard, Sunbeam
recommends that you use tap water the first time,
then consider using demineralized or distilled water
for subsequent use. You should use tap water once
a month, however, to maintain the iron’s optimal
steam performance.
.Do not use water that has passed through a home
water softening system. This type of water contains
minerals that will decrease the performance and
shorten the life of your
uon. Use demineralized or
distilled water, instead.
Important: When not ironing always set the Steam
Control and the Fabric Select dial to OFF.
To fill the water reservoir:
1. Make sure the Iron is unplugged and that both
the Fabric Select dial and the Steam Control are
set to OFF.
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Slide the water reservoir cover open and hold
the iron at an angle.
Fill the water reservoir with tap water until it
reaches the maximum fill level (10 ounces).
WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, be careful
when filling a hot iron with water. Hot metal parts,
hot water and steam can cause injuries.
Close the water reservoir cover.
Extending the Power Cord:
1: Hold iron with one hand and grasp plug of
power cord with other hand.
2. Firmly pull power cord straight up to extend.
3. Do not allow children to use retractable cord
feature as the cord may cause injury.

Dry Ironing
1. Make sure that the Steam Control is set to OFF.
2. Plug the cord into a 102-Volt AC outlet.
The Power Indicator will light.
3. Turn the Fabric Select dial to the Dry ironing
fabric setting you desire (Silk or Synthetics)
and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.
While the Iron is heating, make sure it is sitting
on its
heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
Tip: Refer to the Ironing Guide on Page 16
for the recommended setting for your fabric.
Steam Ironing
1. Follow the instructions for “Filling the Water
Reservoir” on Page 5.
2. Plug the cord into a 120.Volt AC outlet.
The Power Indicator will light.
3. Turn the Fabric Select dial to the Steam ironing
fabric setting you desire
(Linen, Cotton or Wool)
and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.
While the iron is heating, make sure It is sitting
on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
Tip: Refer to the Ironing Guide on Page 16
for the recommended setting for your fabric.
4. After the iron has heated (2 minutes),
turn the Steam Control to ON.
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SPRAY MIST@
The SPRAY MIST” feature dampens the fabric to aid
in removing wrinkles from heavy fabrics and for
setting creases.
To use the SPRAY MIST feature:
Press the SPRAY MIST’ button firmly,
SHOT OF STEAM” (Model 3040 only)
The SHOT OF STEAM” feature provides an extra
burst of steam for deep penetration of stubborn
wrinkles. You can use this feature while Dry or
Steam ironing, but the water reservoir must be
at least l/4 full of water.
To Use the SHOT OF STEAM” Feature:
1. Press the SHOT OF STEAM” button several
times to prime the pump.
2. Place the iron on top of the wrinkle and press
the SHOT OF
STEAMO button each time
you would like an extra burst of steam.
The SHOT OF STEAMO feature may
be used continuously with just a
short pause between shots.
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