Sunbeam 3891 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your iron, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
lRead all instructions before use.
lUse iron only for its intended use.
lTo protect against risk of electric shock, do not
immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
lThe 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.
lDo not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let
iron cool completely before putting away. Loop
cord loosely around iron when storing.
lAlways disconnect iron from electrical outlet
when filling with water or emptying and when
not in use.
lDo 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.
lClose supervision is necessary for any appliance
being used by or near children. Do
rtot leave
iron unattended while connected or on an
ironing board.
lBurns 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.
lIf the iron is not operating normally, disconnect
from the power supply and have the iron
serviced by an authorized service center.

lYour Sunbeam iron is designed 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.
lIf an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a
lo-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 not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature.
“In Mexico, the iron runs at 127 volts, 1350 watts. If an
extension cord is necessary, a 13-ampere cord should be used.
SAVETHESE
INSTRUCTIONS

Table of contents
Welcome ................................... ...2
Learning about your iron ........................
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Filling the water reservoir ................... .5
Ironing.. ...................................... .
Dry ironing ................................ .7
Steam ironing ............................. .7
Using the iron’s special features ................. .8
Spray Mist ............................... .8
Shot of Steam (model 3892 only)
............. .8
Vertical steam (model 3892 only) ............. .9
Patented Motion Smart’” Auto-Off
(models 3891 and 3892 only) .................
10
Caring for your iron after use
.................... 11
Turning off your iron ........................ 11
Storing your iron ..........................
11
Maintaining your iron.......................... .I2
Cleaning the soleplate ......................
12
Using the self-cleaning feature ............... 12
Ironing tips and guide .........................
.I5
Ironing tips ...............................
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 offers you an iron to fit your lifestyle:
Touch &Go” iron, model 3890
- Less time...less
effort. You may be in a hurry, but your clothing
won’t look like it. The Touch &Gd” iron is ready
for those quick touch-ups so that your clothes will
look neat and pressed, even when you are in a rush.
Safety Glide” iron, model
3891 - One less thing to
worry about, it is equipped with the patented Motion
Smar? Auto-Off and Tip-Resistant’” heel rest.
Breezen iron, model 3892 - The BreezeTY iron is
ready when you are and will provide professional
results, in a breeze.
These Sunbeam” irons offer the following features:
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 PasP steam
- Provides just the right
amount of steam to remove wrinkles with one
pass of the iron.
360” tangle-free cord
- Keeps the power cord
off of the fabric and out of your way, whether
you are right or left banded.
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.

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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 (models 3891 and
3892 only) - 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 SmarP
Auto-Off has activated; and is unlit when
the
iron is unplugged.
lip-Resistant” heel rest - Reduces risk of
accidental tipping of the iron from the upright
position; rubber feet on heel rest add stability.
Vertical steam (model 3892 only) - Functions like
a garment steamer to remove wrinkles from
hung garments or drapes.
longer power cord (model 3892 only) - Provides
12 feet of power cord to give you added
flexibility when ironing.
Shot of Steam (model 3892 only) - Offers a
powerful burst of steam for removing stubborn
wrinkles.
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Spray Mist release
Sliding water reservoir cover
Water fill hole
Shot of
Steam@ button (model 3892 only)
Spray Mist button
Steam control
Power Indicator light
Patented Motion
Smar? Auto-Off indicator
blinking light (models 3891 and 3892 only)
Comfortable, ergonomic grip
360” tangle-free swivel cord
Tip-Resistant’” heel rest with rubber feet
Cord wrap
Fabric Select dial
Non-stick soleplate
lo-ounce, see-through water reservoir
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Filling the water reservoir
You must fill the water reservoir with water to use
the Spray Mist 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:
While 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 iron. 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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2. Slide the water reservoir cover open and hold
the iron at an angle.
3. 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.
4. Close the water reservoir cover.
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Ironing
Dry ironing
1. Make sure that the Steam control is set to OFF.
2. Plug the cord into a 120 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
Follow the instructions for “Filling the water
reservoir” on page 5.
Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet.
The Power Indicator will light.
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.
After the iron has heated (2 minutes), turn the
Steam control to ON.