Westinghouse WSI800 User manual

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User Manual
Steam Iron
MODEL: WSI800
1. READ these instructions carefully before installing and operating the
appliance. Keep them for further reference.
2. Record in the space below the “SERIAL/MODEL NUMBER” found on the back
or bottom of your appliance and retain this information for future reference.
SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
Save and staple your sales receipt to your manual for warranty coverage.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1. Before connecting the appliance, check if the voltage indicated on the rating
plate corresponds with the mains voltage in your home.
2. Use the iron only for its intended purpose, for ironing fabrics on ironing
board. To protect against burns or injury to persons, do not iron or steam
fabrics while being worn on the body.
3. The iron should always be turned to the MIN setting before connecting or
disconnecting from the power supply. Do not pull on the cord to disconnect
the plug from the wall socket. Instead, grasp the plug and pull on the plug to
disconnect the iron.
4. If the power cord is damaged or defective, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to
avoid a hazard. Incorrect assembly might result in a risk of electric shock
when the iron is used after reassembly.
5. When you have nished ironing or when you are leaving iron unattended:
- turn the Steam Control Knob to NO STEAM position, and the Temperature
Control Dial to “0”
- stand the iron upright,
- disconnect the iron from the wall outlet.
6. 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. Do not leave the iron unattended while the iron is connected or
on ironing board.
7. Do not immerse the iron or the cord into water or any other liquid.
8. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. These
parts become hot and may cause burns. Take care if you turn the iron upside
downs: there may be not hot water in the tank.
SAFETY INFORMATION
DANGER
DANGER - Immediate hazards
which WILL result in severe
personal injury or death
WARNING
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following
WARNING
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death
CAUTION
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury

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9. The plug and cord should not be allowed to touch the hot sole plate. Let
the iron cool down completely before taking it away. Coil the cord loosely
around the iron for storage.
10. Always disconnect the iron from the wall outlet before lling with water or
when emptying the water after use.
11. To avoid an overloaded circuit, do not operate another high voltage
appliance in the same electric circuit.
12. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with an ampere rating
equal to or greater than the iron shall be used. A cord for less amperage
can result in a risk of re or electric shock due to overheating. Care shall be
taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
13. The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface. When placing the iron
on its Heel Rest, ensure that the surface on which the Heel Rest is placed is
stable.
14. The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of
damage or if it is leaking.
15. The iron is for household use only.
16. To protect against burns or injury to persons, do not direct steam toward
the body when ironing or self-cleaning.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTE: · Some parts of the iron have been slightly greased and as a result, the iron may smoke
slightly when switched on for the rst time. It will not happen again after a few uses.
· Before using for the rst time remove any protective lms or stickers from the sole plate
and the cabinet. Clean the sole plate with a soft cloth.
· When using the iron for the rst time, test it on an old piece of fabric to ensure that the
sole plate and water tank are completely clean.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to t into a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not t into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a
qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
NOTE: This appliance requires a minimum of 1200 watts and it should be the only appliance
operating on the circuit.
NOTE: Neither Westinghouse nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the product or
personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION
PARTS & FEATURES
Spray Nozzle
Power Cord
Pilot Light
Temperature Control Knob
Power Indicator Light
Max Water Fill Line
Water Inlet
Steam Control Knob
Burst of Steam Button
Spray Button
WSI800
SET UP & USE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. Make sure that all the packing materials are removed from the steam iron
2. Check the steam iron for any damage. If there is any damage, do not operate the
steam iron. Contact the Customer Satisfaction Center, see page 10.
3. Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under the
steam iron or over any hot or sharp surface.
4. The receptacle used for power must be readily accessible so that the cord can be
quickly reached and easily unplugged in an emergency.

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FIRST USE
It is normal for a small amount of smoke to be produced when using this product for
the rst time. It will quickly disappear. When using the steam function for the rst
time, do not direct steam towards the laundry as there could be debris emitted from
the steam vents.
FILLING WITH WATER
Make sure both the steam control knob and temperature control dial are in the MIN
position.
Hold the iron upright so that the water lling inlet is in a horizontal position. Fill with
water through the water lling inlet until it reaches the MAX mark indicated on the
side of the iron. Never ll above this mark.
SETTING TEMPERATURE
Follow the ironing instructions on the garment label. If there are no instructions and
you do not know the kind of fabric, please consult the table below.
NOTE: If the fabric consists of various kinds of fabrics, always select the temperature
required by the most delicate of the fabrics.
SET UP & USE
FABRIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Silk Low temperature •
Wool Medium temperature ••
Cotton, Linen High temperature •••

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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 the power indicator light will illuminate. Then
turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX” mark. 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 desired position. Steam will be produced
as soon as the iron is held horizontally.
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. You may have to pump the spray button several times the rst
time you use the iron in order to start the spraying function.
max
SET UP & USE
max
max
SELF
CLEAN
NO
STEAM
STEAM MAX
STEAM

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SET UP & USE
BURST OR VERTICAL STEAM IRONING
Press the burst of steam button to generate a powerful burst of steam that
penetrates the fabric and helps to smooth creases. Wait a few seconds before
pressing again.
By pressing the burst of steam button at intervals you can also iron vertically, which
is ideal for curtains or hung garments.
DRY IRONING
For ironing without steam, follow the “STEAM IRONING” instructions, however, the
steam control knob should remain in the NO STEAM position.
SELF-CLEANING
NOTE: The self-cleaning feature cleans inside the soleplate, removing impurities. It is
recommended to be done every 10 to 15 days.
With the iron plugged in, set the steam control knob to NO STEAM position.
Fill the water tank to MAX level
Set the temperature control dial to MAX and wait for the indicator light to turn off.
Pull the power cord plug out of the wall socket, rotate the steam control knob to
SELF CLEAN position.
NOTE: In the Self Clean position, the steam control knob will elevate. Should you
happen to pull out the knob completely, simply place back in its original
position.
Then, press the self-cleaning button until the boiling water, steam and impurities
come out.
When the soleplate has cooled down, wipe it off with a damp cloth.
SELF
CLEAN
NO
STEAM
PUSH
DOWN

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ANTI-CALC SYSTEM
A special lter inside the water tank softens the water and prevents scale build-up in
the soleplate. The lter is permanent and does not need replacing.
NOTE: Use tap water only. Distilled and demineralized water makes the anti-calc
system ineffective by altering its physical and chemical characteristics.
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM
This iron is equipped with a drip stop function. The iron automatically stops steaming
when the temperature is too low to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.
This is ideal when ironing delicate fabrics.
3-WAY AUTO SHUTOFF
An electronic safety device will
automatically switch the heating
element off if the iron has not been
moved for more than 30 seconds in
a horizontal position (Fig. A) or if the
iron is on its side. (Fig. B) If in a vertical
position (Fig. C), this will occur after
8-9 minutes of not being moved. To
indicate that the heating element has
been switched off, the auto off indicator
light will start blinking.
When picking up the iron again, the
the power indicator light will turn solid
again.
Wait for the pilot light to turn on, then
off, the iron is now ready to use once
again.
max
Fig. A
Soleplate facing
down
30 seconds
Fig. B
Steam iron on its
side
30 seconds
max
Fig. C
Steam iron on its
heel rest
8-9 minutes
SET UP & USE

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HELPFUL TIPS
• Always read garment labels and follow the manufacturer’s ironing instructions.
• Sort the articles to be ironed according to the type of fabric.
• You should rst iron garments requiring low temperature to avoid damaging them
with an iron that is too hot.
• If you are unsure of the fabric content of the garment, test a small area, such as
a seam or facing, before ironing a visible area. Start with a low temperature and
gradually increase the heat to nd the best setting.
• When changing the temperature from a high setting to a low setting, allow
approximately 5 minutes for the lower temperature to be reached.
• When steam ironing, use long, slow passes over the fabric. This will allow the
steam to penetrate the fabric while allowing the heat of the soleplate to dry out
the moisture.
• To iron linens, turn garment inside out. Be careful not to use and iron that is too
hot because the lining may melt or stick to the soleplate.
• To iron zippers, use an ironing cloth or make sure the zipper is closed and iron
over the ap. Never use iron over an unprotected zipper.
CLEANING AND STORING YOUR IRON
After use, let the iron cool down and then lift the iron with the lling hole pointing
downward to empty any remaining water from the tank.
Insert the power cord plug into the wall socket, 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.
CLEANING AND CARE

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CLEANING AND CARE
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
IF THE STEAM IRON FAILS TO OPERATE:
A) Check to make sure that the steam iron is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove
the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely.
B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to
be operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance.
C) Vigorously move the iron to re-set the auto shut-off.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE SOLVES THE PROBLEM, CONTACT A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE STEAM IRON YOURSELF.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
IMPORTANT
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
If you have a problem with this product, please contact the W
Appliance Co. Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-855-855-0294.
DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE, MODEL # AND SERIAL #
REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart below. If the steam iron still does
not work properly, contact W Appliance Co. customer service center or the nearest
authorized service center. Customers must never troubleshoot internal components.
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
Soleplate stays cold The Temperature Control is
set too low
Auto shut-off
Set the Temperature Control
to the required position
Move the iron
Steam iron does not produce
steam
The steam iron is not hot
enough
Set the Temperature Control
to “••” or “•••” setting
Water droplets drip onto the
fabric during ironing
The Temperature Control is
set too low
You have not closed the cap
of the Water Inlet properly
Set the Temperature Control
to the advised position.
Make sure the Water Inlet is
closed properly

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Westinghouse brand is used under license.
Any repair, replacement, or warranty service,
and all questions about this product should be
directed to W Appliance Co. at 1 (855) 855-
0294 from the USA or Puerto Rico.
W Appliance Co. warrants to the original purchaser
that the product will be free from defects in material,
parts and workmanship for the period designated for
this product. The warranty commences the day the
product is purchased and covers up to a period of
1 year (12 months) for labor/1 year (12 months) for
parts (manufacturing defects only)/carry in service.
W Appliance Co. agrees that it will, at its option,
replace the defective product with either a new or
remanufactured steam iron equivalent to your original
purchase during the warranty period.
Exclusions: This warranty does not apply to the
below:
1. If the appearance or exterior of
the product has been damaged or
defaced, altered or modied in design or
construction.
2. If the product original serial number
has been altered or removed or cannot
be readily determined.
3. If there is damaged due to power line
surge, user damage to the AC power
cord or connection to improper voltage
source.
4. If damage is due to general misuse,
accidents or acts of God.
5. If repair attempts are done by
unauthorized service agents, use of
parts other than genuine parts or parts
obtained from persons other than
authorized service companies.
6. On units that have been transferred
from the original owner.
7. On products that have been purchased
as refurbished, like new, second-hand, in
a “As-Is” or “Final Sale” terms.
8. To products used in a commercial or
rental setting.
9. To products used in settings other than
ordinary household use or used other
than in accordance with the provided
instructions.
10. To damages for service calls for
improper installations.
11. To glass or replaceable light bulbs or
parts and other accesory items that are
included with the unit.
12. Transportation and shipping costs
associated with the replacement of
the unit.
13. Service calls to instruct you how to use
your steam iron.
14. Service calls to repair or replace the
house fuse, reset the circuit breaker or
correct the wiring in the house.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
THE CUSTOMER; W Appliance Co. SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, EXCEPT
TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS
PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations
of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations
on how long the warranty lasts. In these cases the
above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Obtaining Service: To obtain service, product
literature, supplies or accessories please call
1 (855) 855-0294 to create a ticket for exchange/
repair. Please make sure to provide the date of
purchase, model number and a brief description of the
problem. Our customer service representative
will contact you or send detailed return instructions.
W Appliance Co. does not warrant that the appliance will work
properly in all environmental conditions, and makes no warranty
and representation, either implied or expressed, with respect
to the quality, performance, merchantability, or tness for a
particular purpose other than the purpose identied within this
user’s manual. W Appliance Co. has made every effort to ensure
that this user’s manual is accurate and disclaims liability for any
inaccuracies or omissions that may have occurred. Information
in this user’s manual is subject to change without notice and
does not represent a commitment on the part of W Appliance
Co.. W Appliance Co. reserves the right to make improvements
to this user’s manual and/or to the products described in this
user’s manual at any time without notice. If you nd information
in this manual that is incorrect, misleading, or incomplete, please
contact us at 1- 855-855-0294.
W Appliance Company LLC,
1356 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY

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