Rowenta DW9220 Manual page 12

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PROBLEMS
Problem
The iron is plugged in, but
the soleplate of the iron
remains cold.
Thermostat control light
goes on and off
None or too little steam is
being emitted.
Brown streaks come
through the holes in the
soleplate and stain the
fabric.
Iron is leaking.
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Subject to modifications !
(*) Depending on model
Cause Solution
No mains supply. Check that the mains plug is
properly inserted or try
plugging the iron into a
different socket.
Temperature control set too Set the temperature control
low. to a higher temperature.
The automatic electronic Move your iron.
shut off is active.*
This is normal. When the thermostat
control light goes on and off
the iron is heating up.
Temperature control set too Turn the temperature
low. control to the steam area.
Not enough water in the
Fill the water tank.
water tank.
Anti-Drip* is active Wait for the soleplate to reach
(§ 8). the correct temperature.
Residues in the steam Use the Self Clean function
chamber or on the soleplate. then clean your iron.
Use of chemical
descaling agents,
perfumed or scented
additives.
Use the Self Clean function
and clean your iron if you
have used the above.
Fabric fibres have Clean the soleplate with a
accumulated in the holes of non-metallic sponge.
the soleplate and are burning.
Your linen is not rinsed Ensure linen is rinsed
sufficiently or you have thoroughly.
ironed a new garment
before washing it.
Use of starch. Always spray starch onto
the reverse side of the fabric
to be ironed and clean your
iron soleplate afterwards.
Pure distilled /demineralised Only use untreated tap water
or softened water is being or mix half tap water with half
used. distilled/demineralised water.
Use the Self Clean function
and clean your iron.
Overuse of shot of steam Allow more time between
button. each shot.
Soleplate temperature too Set the temperature control
low. to a higher temperature.
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Do not add any descaling
agents, perfumed, or
scented additives to the
water in the water tank.