Care And Cleaning - Black & Decker Steam Advantage F1000 Use And Care Book Manual

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SURGE OF STEAM
• Horizontal
Use to remove stubborn creases.
1. With the water tank filled to the MAX mark, set fabric-select
dial to appropriate setting (between 4 and 6) for your fabric.
See fabric guide under the heel rest and read garment's
label to help you determine fabric type (F).
2. Be sure there is water in the reservoir. Steam is
F
automatically turned off between settings 0 and 3.
3. For best performance, use surge of steam at 5-second
intervals (G).
4. When finished ironing, turn the fabric- select dial to 0 and
unplug the iron.
Important: Always stand the iron on its heel rest when
G
powered on but not in use.
• Vertical
Use for removing wrinkles from hanging clothes and drapes.
1. Be sure the water tank is filled to the MAX mark.
2. Hang the garment to be steamed on a clothes hanger. (Curtains or drapes can
be steamed once they are hung.)
3. Set the fabric-select dial to appropriate setting (between 4 and 6) for
your fabric.
4. Hold the iron close to, but not touching, the fabric.
5. Pull the fabric tight in your free hand and pump the
button as you move the iron over the fabric (H).
H
USING SPRAY
Use to dampen tough wrinkles at any setting (J).
1. Be sure the iron is filled with water.
2. On first use, pump the button several times.
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM
The anti-drip system prevents water spotting at low
J
temperatures.
DRY IRONING
1. Turn the fabric selection dial to setting 1, 2, or 3
without steam (K). The Smart Steam
automatically turn off.
2. To dry iron at higher settings, empty the water from the
reservoir to prevent steaming.
K
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EMPTYING WATER TANK (OPTIONAL)
Note: It is not necessary to empty the water after each use.
1. Unplug the iron and let it cool.
2. If you want to empty the water, hold the iron over a sink
L

Care and Cleaning

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service
personnel.
CLEANING OUTSIDE SURFACES
1. Make sure iron is unplugged and has cooled completely. Wipe the soleplate
and outer surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with water. Add mild household
detergent. Never use abrasives, heavy-duty cleansers, vinegar or scouring pads
that may scratch or discolor the iron.
2. After cleaning, steam iron over an old cloth to remove any residue from the
steam vents.
AUTO CLEANING
To keep the steam vents free of any buildup, about once a month follow these
instructions.
1. Fill the water tank well below the MAX line. Plug in the iron.
2. Turn the fabric-select dial to 6 and stand the iron on its heel rest. Allow it to
heat until the on indicator light goes out and comes on again.
3. Turn fabric selection dial to 0, unplug the iron and hold over a sink with the
soleplate facing down.
4. Press and hold the auto-clean button. Be careful, as hot
5. When finished, release the button, stand the iron on its heel
M
remaining water.
STORING YOUR IRON
1. Unplug the iron and allow it to cool.
2. Check that the selector is set to 0.
3. Store vertically on its heel to prevent water leaking from the soleplate.
to iron
system will
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with the tip pointing down. Water will empty out the water-
fill hole (L).
water and steam will come out of the steam vents (M).
Continue to hold the auto-clean button until all the water
has emptied. If necessary, rock iron side to side and front
to back.
rest and plug it in. Heat for about 2 minutes to dry out any
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