Operation; Before First Use - GE 898693 Manual

Before first use

• Carefully remove all packaging materials and retain for future use.
• Unwind the power cord (11).
• Clean the outside of the iron with a damp cloth and a mild detergent.
• Place the iron on a flat and heat-resistant surface.
noTEs:
• When using the iron for the first time, we recommend testing it on a spare piece of
fabric to ensure the soleplate (21) and water tank (20) are completely clean.
• The iron may produce an odor and give off smoke when switched on for the first
time, as residues from the production process are eliminated. This is normal and
does not indicate a defect or hazard.
• The iron may spit or sputter during the first few uses with tap water. This happens
as the steam chamber becomes conditioned. This will stop after a few uses.
Preparing garments to be ironed
noTE: Always follow the ironing instructions attached to the garments. Should these be
missing, please refer to the instructions in the table below:
label Garment
Synthetics
Silk
Wool
Linen
Cotton
Do not iron
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OPERATION

Temp. select panel
synthetics
silk
wool
cotton-linen
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ironing instructions
Dry iron on reverse side of
garments.
Dry iron on reverse side of
garments.
Steam iron while damp on
reverse side of garments.
Steam iron while damp on
reverse side of garments.
Steam iron while damp using
steam or spray.
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