TECHWOOD TFV-2004 User manual

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STEAM IRON
Instruction manual
Dear consumer, Please read these instructions carefully before use in order
to avoid damage due to incorrect use and to better understand the functions
of this product. Please pay particular attention to the safety guide.
If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions must
also be handed over.
Please keep them for future references.
TFV-2004
TFV-2008
TFV-2004
TFV-2008

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
q Please read these instructions carefully before use.
q Keep present instructions for future references.
q Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
q The device is intended for use in domestic and similar
applications such as:
- Kitchen work area in shops, offices and other work
environments.
- Farms.
- By customers of hotels, motels and other residential
environments.
- Bed and breakfast type environments.
q Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
q Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins
or other containers with water.
q Never use this apparatus near water projections.
q Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
q If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
q Inform potential users of these instructions.
q Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
q The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
q Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
q This device can be used by children aged 8 years and older
and adults, with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.

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q Cleaning and maintenance must not be made by children
without supervision.
q keep the iron and its cord out of reach of children less than 8
years of age when it is energized or cooling down.
q This device is not a toy, do not leave children or people with
disabilities to play with.
q In order to ensure children ‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
q Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
q From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
q Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
q Never place it into the dishwasher.
q Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
q If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly Competent
qualified person(*) in order to avoid a hazard.
q Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
q The iron must not be left unattended while it is connected to
the supply mains.
q The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before the
water reservoir is filled with water.
q The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
q The filling aperture must not be opened during use.
q The iron must be used and rested on a flat and stable
surface.
q When the iron is put back on its stand, make sure that the
surface that supports the iron-rest is stable.
q Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.

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q Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and
risk to damage the appliance.
q Never use any other connector than the one provided.
q Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
q Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it
q Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
q Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
q The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
q Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the
power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
q Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
q This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
q Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
q Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
q When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE
approved extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A,
250V, 3000W.
q Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
q This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.

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(*) Competent qualified person: after sales department of the
producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved
and competent to perform this kind of repairs
SPECIFIC WARNING FOR IRONS
• Before placing the iron on its stand, always place the iron
stand on a flat, stable surface.
• Always unplug the iron before filling
• After use, unplug the iron and place it on its stand on a flat
surface.
• The iron must not be left unattended when it is connected to
the main power.
WARNING: BURN HAZARD.
• During operation, the temperature of the
appliance surface may be hot.
• The heating parts remain hot, long time after
stopping the machine.
• The symbol "Hot Surface" warns the user
that the apparatus walls may become hot, and
to take precautions.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.

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The symbol "STEAM" warns the user that steam can
escape from the unit and to take all necessary
precautions. (Risk of burns)
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
The symbol " CMIM " is the guarantee of compliance with
optional harmonized Moroccan Standards, which reflect
the essential requirements in terms of technical
specifications.
These standards are not mandatory but ensuring
compliance with the essential requirements.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning, always: switch off the appliance, disconnect
the apparatus and let it cool.
Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet
linen.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid!
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another
cutting object.
• After using, lift the iron with the filling hole downwards to empty
the remaining water from the Water tank.
• Insert the plug into the socket, and set the Temperature Control
Dial to “MAX” for 1-2 minutes to evaporate the remaining water,
and then unplug the iron and let it cool down before storing it.
LOCATION OF FUNCTIONS
1. Spray nozzle
2. Water tank
3. Steam button
4. Spray button
5. Temperature adjustment
6. Comfort handle
7. Indicator light
8. Rotatable electrical connector
9. Base to rest the iron
10. Stainless steel sole
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Specific fabrics (shiny, creased, relief, etc.) must be ironed at low temperature.
Sort the laundry according to the ironing temperature: put the wool with the wool,
the cotton with the cotton, etc ...
The iron heats up faster than it cools, which is why it is advisable to start ironing
with laundry requiring the lowest temperatures, such as synthetic fibbers, for
example.
TEMPERATURE SETTING
Follow the ironing instructions on the garment label. If there is no instruction but
you do know the kind of fabric, please consult the following table.

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Note: If the fabric consists of various kinds of fabrics, always select the
temperature required by the most delicate fabrics.
Fabric
Temperature control
Temperature requirement
Synthetic
Low
Silk
●
Low temperature
Wool
●●
Medium temperature
Cotton, linen
●●● MAX
High temperature
FILLING WITH WATER
Note: We recommend the use of distilled water.
• Set the steam control to the closed position.
• Hold the iron by the handle and tilt it 10º to fill it. Run water through the fill inlet.
• Clean the outside of the tank if water has leaked out of the tank.
• Always empty the water tank. After ironing.
• Tap water is usable. However, if the water in your area is very hard, it is
advisable to use distilled water.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
Before first use, remove the device and all accessories being careful.
Clean the apparatus according to the instructions in "Cleaning and maintenance"
paragraph.
Place the machine on a suitable flat, stable surface.
Fill the water tank (without exceeding the maximum level) before connecting it.
Plug the iron into a good electrical outlet.
Select the temperature • • The indicator light comes on, indicating that the iron is
starting to heat up.
When the desired temperature is reached, the light turns off and the iron is ready to
use.
For this first use, make a test on a clean used cloth.
First, let the steam come out for at least 1 minute and press the express steam
button and the spray button several times, to clean the tank of any manufacturing
impurities.
Notes : During this operation a light smoke may emerge from the soleplate or iron
for a few moments; This is normal.
During ironing, it is normal for the indicator light to come on and switches
off automatically, in order to maintain a constant temperature.
It is always easier to iron fabrics or clothes slightly damp.
USE
• Unroll the power cord completely.
• Check that the tension in force in the country where you are, corresponds to that
indicated on the apparatus.

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• Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the ground if
the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.
• Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
• Never modify the appliance in anyway.
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Low temperature for fabrics - Acrylic - Nylon – Polyester - Rayon – Synthetic
(= Syhthetique)
• Average temperature for Silk (= Soie)
• • Average temperature for Wool (= Laine)
• • • High temperature for Cotton and Linen (= Coton – Lin)
SPRAYING
• Press the spray button to spray water on clothes, as often as required.
Note: When using the water spray function, ensure that there is enough water in
the water tank, and you may have to pump the spray button serval times at first
time you use the iron in order to start the spraying function.
EXPRESS STEAM
By pressing the "express steam" button, an intense jet of steam is emitted from
the soleplate. This can be very useful, for example, when removing stubborn
wrinkles.
Notes: The express steam button can be used, during Ironing, only at medium
or high ironing temperature
In the vertical position, by pressing the express steam button, a powerful
steam will come out of the iron.
This is useful for removing wrinkles from hanging clothes, curtains, etc.
STEAM IRONING
• Place the iron in a vertical position and set the temperature control dial at the
minimum/low heat setting.
• Insert the plug into the socket, and then turn the temperature control dial to the
“high heat” marking. The pilot light will come on, indicating that the iron is heating
up.
• When the pilot light turns off, the set temperature has been reached and the iron
is ready to use.
• During ironing, the pilot light on the iron automatically switches on/off as the
thermostat maintains the set temperature (you may continue ironing during this
process).
• Turn the steam control turning knob to the required position.

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• Steam is produced as soon as the iron in held horizontally.
DRY IRONING
For ironing without steam, the steam button must be pushed down. (= no steam).
As for the steam mode, select the temperature according to the nature of the
fabric.
When the desired temperature is reached, the light goes out and the iron is ready
to use.
SELF-CLEANING
It is good to clean the iron every 10-15 days!
The self-cleaning feature cleans inside the plate, removing impurities.
-Fill the water tank up to the maximum level indicated and set the steam selector
at”0”
-Set the thermostat knob to the maximum temperature and wait for the light to turn
off.
-Pull the plug out of the socket and hold the iron horizontally over a sink.
- set the steam selector at the last level until all the boiling water, steam, impurities
come out.
-When the soleplate is cool, clean it with a damp cloth.
TIPS FOR A GOOD IRONING
We recommend using the lowest temperatures with fabrics with unusual finishes
(sequins, embroidery, colours, etc.).
If the fabric is blended (Example : 40% cotton, 60% synthetic), set the thermostat
to the temperature of the fibber requiring the lowest temperature.
If you do not know the fabric composition, determine the appropriate temperature
by testing a hidden corner of the garment.
Start with a low temperature and gradually increase it until you reach the ideal
temperature.
Never iron the areas showing traces of perspiration or other marks: the heat of the
plate fixes the stains on the fabric and makes them irremovable.
To avoid marking garments of shiny silk, wool or synthetics, iron them inside out.
To avoid marking velvet clothes, iron them inside out, with the grain (following the
grain) and do not press hard on the iron.
The fuller the washing machine, the more wrinkled the clothes will be. This also
happens with a very high spin speed.
Many fabrics are easier to iron if they are slightly damp.
Like silk, for example, which should always be ironed wet, inside out.
STORAGE