Rowenta DZ5 Series User Manual page 5

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The surfaces which are marked with this sign and
the soleplate are very hot during the use of the
appliances. Don't touch these surfaces before the
iron is cooled down.
• The voltage of your electrical installation must correspond to that of the iron (220-240V). Always plug your iron into an earth
socket. Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreversible damage to the iron and will invalidate the guarantee.
• If you are using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is corrected rated (16A) with an earth, and is fully extended.
• If the electric power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an Approved Service Centre in order to prevent any danger.
• Do not unplug your appliance by pulling on the cord.
• Never immerse your steam iron in water or any other liquid. Never hold it under the water tap.
• Never touch the electric cord with the soleplate of the iron.
• Your appliance gives off steam, which may cause burns, especially when you are ironing close to the edge of your ironing board.
• Never direct the steam towards people or animals.
• For your saftey, this appliance conforms to the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage, Electromagnetic
Compatibility, Environmental Directives).
• This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.
What water to use?
Your appliance has been designed to function with untreated tap water. If your water is very hard (check with your local water
authority), it is possible to mix untreated tap water with store-bought distilled or demineralised water in the following proportions:
- 50% tap water, - 50% distilled or demineralised water.
However, it is necessary to operate the Self clean function regularly in order to eliminate hard water deposits from the steam
chamber.
Use the Self clean function approximately every 2 weeks. If the water is very hard clean the iron weekly
Types of water not to use?
Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation.The types of water listed below contain organic waste or
mineral elements that can cause spitting, brown staining, or premature wear of the appliance: water from clothes dryers, scented
or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled or demineralised water or rain water should
not be used in your Rowenta iron. Also do not use boiled, filtered or bottled water.
nvironnement
nvironment protection first !
i Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
‹ Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
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