Self-Clean; Caring For Your Iron - GE 106800 Owner's Manual

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Self-Clean

To keep the steam vents clear of any build-up, follow these instructions after each
time you use the iron using steam.
1. Fill Removable Reservoir according to
directions Replace Reservoir.
2. Plug iron into outlet.
3. Turn Temperature Control Dial to
Linen setting and let iron heat for
two minutes.
4. Turn Temperature Control Dial to
Off. Unplug iron and hold over a sink
with the soleplate facing down.

Caring for Your Iron

Iron
1. The Removable Reservoir of your
iron should be emptied after each
use. Turn Temperature Control Dial
to Off. Unplug the iron and let cool.
Hold over a sink, and slowly tilt
pointed end of iron down over sink.
Water will run out of opening.
2. After iron has completely cooled,
wrap cord loosely around the iron
and store in an upright position. Do
not store iron laying flat on soleplate.
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5. Turn Adjustable Steam Switch to
(Maximum Steam). Push and release
the Self-Clean button until water
begins to flow out of steam vents.
6. Allow all water to drain from iron,
then let cool and store.
Soleplate
1. Never iron over zippers, pins, metal
rivets, or snaps, as these may scratch
the soleplate.
2. To clean occasional build-up on the
soleplate, wipe with a sudsy cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers or
metal scouring pads.
3. Always store iron upright in the heel
rest position.