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Maintenance and cleaning
How do I maintain my steam generator?
Before any maintenance, make sure that the appliance is unplugged and that the soleplate, boiler
and iron rest have cooled down (at least 2 hours after ironing).
Do not use any maintenance or descaling product to clean the soleplate or the base unit. Never
hold the iron or its base unit under a running tap.
Cleaning the base unit:
• Wipe the plastic parts from time to time using a slightly damp soft cloth.
Maintaining the boiler (once a month):
• Please note: To prolong your boiler's efficiency and avoid scale deposits, you must rinse the
boiler every 10 uses (around once a month).
• Check that the generator is cool and has been unplugged for more than 2 hours.
• Slowly loosen the boiler cap. If your generator boiler has an anti-calc rod, take this out and
rinse it under the tap before placing it back in the boiler.
• Use a jug to fill the boiler with tap water until it is 3/4 full.
• Shake the base unit gently for a few seconds then empty it completely over the sink.
• For best results, we recommend that you perform this operation once again.
If you live in a hard water area, do this more often. Most of all, do not use any descaling
products to clean the boiler as they could damage it.
How do I descale my steam generator?
Descaling operation is not needed for the steam generator, nevertheless, you could rinse the
boiler every 10 uses (refer to user manual).
Never use any descaling agent or vinegar when rinsing the boiler: they could damage it.
• Models with scale collector: Rinse the scale collector under water. The next time you use your
generator, press the "restart" button to turn off the orange "Anti-calc" light (depending on
model).
• Models without scale collector: Rinse the boiler. The next time you use your generator, press
the "restart" button to turn off the orange "Anti-calc" light (depending on model).
How do I clean the soleplate?
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• The Durillium soleplate:
Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp, non metallic washing up pad. For easier, non-corrosive
cleaning of your iron's soleplate, use a damp sponge on the soleplate while it is still warm.
If cleaning dirt off is an issue, use the stick which is made specifically for cleaning the Durillium
soleplates.
• The stainless soleplate:
Clean the soleplate of your iron when it is cool with a damp cloth or a non-abrasive sponge.
• The autoclean soleplate:
It is recommended that you use a soft damp cloth on the warm soleplate, in order not to damage the
surface.
Warning: The use of iron cleaner will cause damage to your soleplate's autoclean coating.
o 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.
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