Troubleshooting - Rowenta DX8860 Instructions Manual

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20 • Troubleshooting
Issues
Iron does not heat.
Not enough
steam.
Iron is emitting a
brown or white
substance.
Iron is leaking.
The Auto-off light
is flashing.
Build up on the
soleplate.
Spray function
does not work.
Possible causes
Not properly plugged in.
The temperature
control is set too low.
Auto-off has engaged
(depending on model).
There is insufficient
water in the tank.
Iron is not set to a steam
setting.
The Anti-drip function is active,
depending on model.
Water may need to be
changed due to hardness
or organic matter.
Garment has not been
rinsed sufficiently.
Over use of burst
button.
Distilled or softened
water being used.
Overfilled.
Auto-off has engaged
(depending on model).
Starch use.
Burnt material.
Ironing at too high tem-
perature.
Priming may be
necessary on first use.
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Solutions
Check that iron is plugged
correctly.
Set the temperature control to a hig-
her temperature.
Move iron or shake it gently to reac-
tivate.
Fill the water tank.
See section called "Steam Ironing".
Wait for the soleplate to reach
the correct temperature.
See section "Water recommendati-
ons". Switch to spring water or mix
tap water with distilled water.
Ensure garments are rinsed
thoroughly to remove any
detergent desposits or chemicals on
new garments.
Allow more time between each
burst.
See section "Water recommendati-
ons". Switch to spring water or mix
tap water with distilled water.
Do not fill past max line on tank.
Be sure to close the cover at
filling inlet, depending on model.
Move iron or shake it gently to reac-
tivate.
Spray reverse side of fabric and
allow starch to penetrate.
Be sure to set temperature
according to fabric being ironed.
Fill with water.
Hold cold iron horizontally.
Place finger over the spray nozzle to
create a vacuum.
Press the spray button 4 to 5 times.
Remove finger from nozzle, press
spray button a few more times.
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