TEFAL Pro Express Plus GV8932 How-To

How to better use my product
What type of ironing board should I use?
Choose a board that is height-adjustable to adjust it to your body. It should be steady and robust
so that you can place the ironing appliance on it.
The board should be perforated to allow the steam to pass through the fibres of the fabric to
soften it and make ironing easier. The ironing board cover should also be suitable to allow the
flow of steam through.
What water should I use for ironing?
• Tap water:
Your appliance has been designed to work with tap water. If your water is very hard, mix 50%
tap water with 50% distilled water (available in stores).
In some regions near the sea, the salt content in your water may be high. In this case, use distilled
water only.
• Softener:
There are several types of softeners and most of them can be used in your appliance. However,
some softeners, and particularly those that use chemical products such as salt, may cause white
or brown stains, this is particularly the case with filter jugs. If you experience this sort of
problem, we suggest you try using untreated tap water or bottled water.
Remember:
Do not use rain water or water containing additives (such as starch or perfume) or water from
clothes dryers, water from refrigerators, air conditioners etc. These additives may affect the
properties of the steam, and together with high temperatures can cause deposits to form in the
steam chamber which could soil your laundry and lead to premature ageing of the appliance.
What is the vertical steam function used for? How do I use it?
This function allows you to iron fabrics in situ or on a hanger.
To do this, set the iron temperature button to the maximum position.
• Leave the item on a hanger and gently pull the fabric with one hand.
• Press the steam control button intermittently and move the iron from top to bottom.
As the steam produced is very hot, it softens the fibres and removes creases.
Note: Never use the vertical steam function on an item being worn by anyone.
Can I get steam on every setting?
Yes this is because the steam is generated in a separate area away from the soleplate of the iron.
This allows you to obtain steam on the lowest heat setting, e.g. silks. However, when the iron
temperature control is set to the lowest setting you must also set the steam output control dial
(depending on the model) to the low position, otherwise water droplets may appear in the steam.
How can I avoid scratching the soleplate of my iron?
To avoid damaging the soleplate, follow this advice:
• Always place your iron on its heel rest or its base (depending on model),
• Avoid ironing over abrasive items (buttons, zip fastenings, etc.),
• Never clean your iron's soleplate with abrasive or metallic pads.
How can I avoid shiny marks on fabric?
Shiny marks can appear on some fabrics, especially on dark colour.