Cleaning And Storage; Removing Mineral Build-Up - Salton Platinum Series Instruction Booklet

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Cleaning the Ironing Plate
1. Switch the On/Off Switch to the 'Off' position and unplug from the wall
outlet. Allow the Ironing Plate to cool down completely, at least 30 minutes.
2. Clean the outside of the unit using a damp cloth, with mild soap.
3. Scale and other residue can be wiped off the Ironing Plate with a damp
cloth or non-abrasive pad.
4. Wipe with a clean cotton cloth.

Removing Mineral Build-Up

Mineral build-up is caused by a high mineral content in many municipal water
supplies. Mineral residue inside the internal pipes and heater can cause
intermittent steaming or, in some cases, no steaming at all. This mineral build-up
may reduce the life of your Fabric Steamer and Iron and should be cleaned out
regularly. Follow the directions below to flush out the mineral deposits.
To reduce or eliminate the occurrence of mineral build-up, we recommend the
use of de-mineralized or distilled water in the unit. If you are unable to use
de-mineralized or distilled water, we recommend you follow the procedure below
after every 3 – 4 uses.
1. Fill the Water Reservoir with at least 16 oz. (473 ml) of water.
2. If unit is already powered on and heated, proceed to #3. If not, plug power
cord into wall outlet and set On/Off Switch to 'ON' position. Allow the unit
to heat for 2 minutes.
3. Press the Cleaning Switch on the left side of the Base to 'CLEAN'.
4. Hold the Steam Nozzle over a sink or tub, then press and hold the Steam
Button. After a few seconds the Nozzle will begin producing a strong flow
of steam and will begin spraying small amounts of water.
CAUTION: To avoid burns or other injury, use care when operating
unit in the 'CLEAN' function as water sprayed by the Steam Nozzle is
hot. Be sure that the Nozzle is pointed in a safe direction, away
from yourself, other people, pets or plants.
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