Maintenance And Cleaning; Problems With Your Steam Generator?; Easy Descaling Of Your Steam Generator; Storing The Steam Generator - Rowenta SILENCE STEAM User Manual

• Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.
• As steam is very hot: never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being worn, always hang garments
on a coat hanger.
• Holding the iron in a vertical position tilted slightly forwards, press repeatedly on the steam control button (underneath
the iron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom.
Do not iron over zips, studs or other hard or sharp objects which may damage the soleplate. Do not place the
iron on a metal support. When taking a break from ironing, always place the iron on the iron rest plate of the
unit. It is equipped with nonslip pads and has been designed to withstand high temperatures.
Dry ironing
• Do not press on the steam trigger.
Refilling the tank during use
• When there is no more steam and the"Water tank empty" light flashes - water tank is empty.
• Remove the water tank using the handle (on the front of the steam generator) - and fill it - do not fill above the Max.
level. If this occurs, remove the excess water.
• Push the water tank into position until it "clicks" into place. Press the Restart button on the control panel.
• The steam generator and the iron are ready for use when the steam indicator light is on and the iron indicator goes
out.

Maintenance and cleaning

Before cleaning, ensure your steam generator is unplugged and that the soleplate and the iron have cooled
down.
• Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate base-unit.
• Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp, nonmetallic washing up pad.
• Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.
• Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft cloth.

Easy descaling of your steam generator

IMPORTANT! This operation must not be carried out unless the steam generator has been unplugged for at least two
hours and has cooled down completely.
To carry out this operation, the steam generator must be close to a sink as water may come out of the tank when it is
opened.
To extend the life of your steam generator and avoid scale particles appearing on your ironing, your steam generator is
equipped with a built-in scale collector. This scale collector, located in the boiler, automatically removes the scale that
forms inside.
Do not use any descaling substances (vinegar, industrial descaling products, etc.) when rinsing the scale
collector: they could damage it.
Operation:
• An orange "Calc-Away System" light located - on the control panel starts flashing to tell you that the scale collector
needs rinsing.
• Once the steam generator has cooled, unscrew the scale collector cover-
• Unscrew the scale collector and remove it from the housing; it contains the scale that has built up in the tank
• To clean the collector properly, just rinse it under running water to remove the scale it contains.
• Put the scale collector back into its housing and screw it in completely to keep it watertight.
• Screw the scale collector cover back in place.
• The next time you use your iron, press the "Restart" button on the control panel to turn off the orange "Calc Away
System collector" indicator.
Apart from this regular maintenance process, we recommend that you rinse the boiler completely every 6 months, or
every 25 times you use your iron.
Make sure that the steam generator has been unplugged and allowed to cool for at least 2 hours.
• Place the steam generator on the edge of your sink and the iron to one side, on its base.
• Remove the collector cover and unscrew the scale collector.
• Hold your steam generator at an angle and use a jug to fill the boiler with 1/4 litre of untreated tap water.
• Shake the base unit for a few seconds then empty it completely into the sink.
• Fit the scale collector back in its housing and screw it in tightly to ensure it is watertight. Do not overtighten the scale
collector
• Put the scale collector cover back in place.
The steam generator does not work without the scale collector.
Regular descaling of your steam generator helps to maintain its steam performance over time.
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«AUTO-OFF» System *
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For your safety, the steam generator is fitted with an «AUTO-OFF» monitoring system, which is activated automatically
after approximately 8 minutes without use.
• Only the «ON-OFF» button flashes to indicate that the appliance is on standby.
To reactivate the steam generator:
• Press the «ON-OFF» button or the steam output button.
• Wait for the «ON-OFF» button light to stop flashing before starting your ironing again.
• For your safety, after approximately 30 minutes of non-use, the «AUTO-OFF» system switches off your steam generator.
To start your ironing again, press the «ON-OFF» button.

Storing the steam generator

• Turn off and unplug the steam generator.
• Place the iron on the iron rest on the steam generator.
• Lock the iron onto the base unit by pressing it until you hear an audible "click", so your iron is secure - Fold the steam
cord in two and place it in its housing. Wind up the power cord and place it in its storage compartment.
• Leave the steam generator to cool for at least one hour before putting it away if it is to be stored in a cupboard or
confined space. You can then store your steam generator safely.
• If you store your steam generator in a relatively cold place (approximately <10C°), put it in a warm place before starting
your ironing.
• You can store your steam generator safely by carrying it by the iron handle.
Environment protection first !
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Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
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Leave it at a local civic waste disposal centre.

Problems with your steam generator?

PROBLEMS
The steam generator does not switch on or
the control panel lights and ON/OFF
The appliance is not switched on.
indicator lights do not switch on.
Water runs through the holes in the
You are using the steam control button
soleplate.
before the iron is hot enough.
Water has condensed in the pipes because
you are using steam for the first time or you
have not used it for some time.
You are using the Boost function before
your iron is hot enough.
You are using the steam command too
often when ironing delicate fabrics.
The Boost function blue light signal
The Boost function shuts off automatically
flashes/turns off.
after 15 minutes: the blue light flashes and
then switches off.
Your are using the "Synthetics" or "Silk"
position (depending on model).
White streaks come through the holes in the
Your boiler has a build-up of scale because it
soleplate.
has not been rinsed out regularly.
*depending on model
CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Check that your appliance is correctly
plugged in and press the illuminated on/off
switch (on the front of the base-unit).
Wait for the green lights to stop flashing
before activating the steam control.
Press the steam control on the iron away
from the ironing board until steam comes
out of the iron.
Before you use the Boost function, set your
temperature control button to Maximum.
Activate the steam command moderately
when ironing delicate fabrics.
This is completely normal. The Boost function
is designed for occasional use only.
The Boost function can only be used in the
"Wool", "Cotton" and "Linen" position. For
other fabrics, there is no need to use the
Boost function, the combinations of
"Synthetics" and "Silk" settings are sufficient.
Rinse the collector when the "Calc-Away
System" indicator flashes. If your water is very
hard, rinse it more often.
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