Siemens slider SL45 Operating Instructions Manual page 16

Problem
Dirt comes out
through the
soleplate.
The iron does
not produce any
steam.
The ironed
garment turns
dark and/or sticks
to the soleplate.
The soleplate
turns brown.
The appliance
makes a pumping
sound.
Loss of pressure
during ironing.
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S I E M E N S
Possible causes
• There is a build up of scale
or minerals in the steam
tank.
• Chemical products or
additives have been used.
• The boiler is not switched
on or the water tank is
empty.
• The steam regulation is set
to the minimum position.
• The selected temperature is
too high and has damaged
the garment.
• This is a regular
consequence of continued
use over a long period of
time.
• Water is being pumped into
the steam tank.
• Water tank (1) is not
correctly inserted in the
housing.
• The sound will not stop.
• Steam release button has
been activated for too long
a period of time, that is,
it has been pressed too
frequently.
Solution
• Use tap water mixed
50% with distilled or
demineralised water. To
prolong the optimum steam
function, mix tap water with
distilled water 1:1. If the tap
water in your district is very
hard, mix tap water with
distilled water 1:2.
• Clean the soleplate with a
damp cloth.
• Never add products to the
water.
• Set the main power button
(12) to the "I" position
(illuminated in red), and/or
fill the water tank.
• Increase the steam flow
(see section "Ironing with
steam").
• Select a suitable
temperature for the material
being ironed and clean the
soleplate with a damp cloth.
• Clean the soleplate with a
damp cloth.
• This is normal.
• Adjust the water tank to fit
correctly.
• If the sound will not stop, do
not use the steam generator
and contact an authorised
technical service centre.
• Use the steam release
button at intervals. This
improves the ironing result
as the textiles will be
steamed, dried and ironed
properly.
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