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STEAM IRONING PRESS INSTRUCTION BOOK Congratulations on purchasing this Domena Ironing press SP4500 ecofibres® ecofibres® are mainly made from natural fibres such as fine shavings from trees like spruce. This allows a reduction in unit weight, and ensures a total recycling of the material.
One-Year Product Guarantee Your DOMENA appliance will be repaired free of charge for one year from the date of purchase if it fails to work properly because of the materials or workmanship we have used, subject to the following conditions: Delivery to and from our authorised service agents will be at your risk and cost.
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PRINCIPAL COMPONENTS 1. Locking buttons for carrying and handling 2. Eco button 3. Thermostat pilot light 4. Temperature control dial 5. Heating plate 6. Cushioned ironing/steaming board 7. Location of the anti-scale in cartridge into the reservoir 8. Water reservoir 9.
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TYPES OF WATER You can use: Tap water, distilled water for irons. Do not use : Rain water, water from the fridge, water from any evaporating appliance, water produced by a condenser tumble drier. Choosing your water You can use either tap water or distilled water for irons.
12.Push the reservoir right in to make sure of a firm connection with the appliance. Caution : Never call for steam when there is no water in the reservoir. You could damage the pump. Never fill the reservoir with hot water. Never add products containing alcohol or essences (perfume, eau de Cologne, lavender essence…) to the water.
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STEAM GENERATION PRESSING After plugging in your steam press, the steam generator will be ready to steam after about 3 minutes. The eco switch should be in steam position (ie not engaged). 16. Position your garment on the ironing board. 17.
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CAUTION : Warranty does not cover servicing of your appliance due to scaling up. 24. Anti-scale cartridge The reference number to order anti-scale cartridges for this press is 413 044. The anti-scale cartridges are available in a blister pack from your retailer or the Domena Help Line. MAINTENANCE CLEANING To keep your press perfectly clean, wash the outside parts with a slightly soapy water and carefully wipe it off with a soft cloth.
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HINTS FOR PRESSING J The secret to successful ironing lies in laying your garment carefully on the pressing board and smoothing it out. Take care not to touch the heating plate with the backs of your hands. J Always begin with items of laundry which require low temperatures perhaps without steam. To press nylon the correct heat will be reached in approx.
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PRESSING HANDKERCHIEFS, NAPKINS, TOWELS, KITCHEN LINENS, ETC. 1. Carefully place the handkerchief or the napkin on the ironing board and press. 2. Fold once and press again. Finish folding, press. BED SHEETS, TABLE CLOTHS 3. Fold the bed sheet or the table cloth three or four times in length or width.
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SHIRTS Sleeves : 9. Fold the sleeve lengthwise. The crease is formed along the side seam. Place the top of the sleeve along the ironing board. Press and open. Repeat the same for the second sleeve. 10. Place the second sleeve on top of the first one.
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18. Folding : Fold the collar by hand and button up the shirt while it is still warm. 19. Lower part of the shirt : Steam to smooth out any creases made and press the front. Slightly moisten if necessary. OME OTHER WAYS FOR AN EVEN BETTER LOOKING FINISH...
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TROUSERS FOR MEN OR WOMEN For woollen items, use a damp cloth if necessary. 28. Press the waist and the belt holder on the edge of the board. You can use the pressing cushion accordingly. Press, then open, etc and rotate waist around the edge of the board.
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SOME OTHER USES OF THE PRESSING CUSHION 35. For certain shapes, ironing can be completed using the pressing cushion, supplied with the machine. It is slipped into or under the garment, in the especially difficult areas. 36. Shoulder Rub the shoulder, with the cushion inside it, against the heating plate.
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Environmental Protection Your electrical appliance comprises numerous recyclable elements. The normal disposal of these elements may trigger harmful effects on human health and the environment. It is technically impossible to sort the waste once it is combined. The recycling of appliances which have to be disposed of is the responsibility of the consumer. The various packaging items can be recycled.