1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:54 Page2 SUMMARY IMPORTANT SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Important safety recommendations p. 5 ......................Before first use p. 8 ....................................PREPARATION Which water should I use? p. 9 ............................. Filling the water tank p. 9 ................................Adjusting the temperature and steam p.
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1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page3 EN Depending on model...
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Please read these instructions carefully before first use. This product has been designed for domestic and indoor use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, manufacturer accepts...
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1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page6 physical, sensory or mental capabilities provided that they have been thoroughly instructed regarding use of the appliance, are supervised, and understand the risks involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
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1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page7 damage prior to use. If the electrical power cord is damaged, it must be replaced at an Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger. • The iron must always be placed on its base and never on its heel (for cordless irons) •...
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page8 BEFORE FIRST USE Remove any labels from the soleplate before heating the iron. Before using the steam function in your iron for the first time, we recommend that you allow the iron to operate a few moments in a horizontal position without coming into contact with your laundry.
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page9 PREPARATION Which water should I use? • Your appliance was designed to operate using untreated tap water. However, it is necessary to periodically clean the steam chamber to remove any mineral deposits. • Do not use pure demineralised or pure distilled water, water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, rain water, filtered, bottled or boiled water, water from refrigerators, batteries or air conditioners, pure distilled...
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page10 • Plug in the appliance. Adjusting the temperature and steam • Set the steam control to • Adjust the temperature control, referring to the table below. TEMPERATURE CONTROL FABRIC POSITION LINEN ••• COTTON •• WOOL SILK/SYNTHETIC •...
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page11 Dry ironing • Set the steam control to • You may continue to iron when the indicator light turns off. Getting more steam • Set the thermostat control to “Max” or “•••”. sec. • Press the turbo steam button periodically (turbo steam).
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page12 Vertical steam ironing • Hang the item on a hanger and keep the fabric taut with one hand. The steam is very hot; never steam iron clothing while it is being worn—always use a hanger. •...
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page13 Dampening clothing (Spray) • When dry or steam ironing, press repeatedly on the spray button to moisten clothing and remove stubborn creases. • Ensure that there is water in the tank before using the spray button.
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page14 IRON STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE Storing your iron • Unplug the iron and wait for the soleplate to cool (approx. 1 hour). • Empty the water tank. • Set the steam control to • Wrap the cord around the bottom of the iron's body. Store the iron on its heel rest.
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page15 Cleaning the anti-calc valve (once per month) • Unplug your iron and empty the water tank. • To remove the anti-calc valve, open the water tank cover and pull on the valve near the steam control. •...
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page16 Descaling the steam chamber (once per month) Max. • Allow your iron to heat up with a full water tank while on its heel rest and with the thermostat control set to normal. • Once the indicator light turns off, unplug the iron and place it over a sink.
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page17 • Unplug your iron and, once cooled, wipe it with a soft cloth. • Never use chemical or abrasive products. During the next use, turn on your iron in a horizontal position without putting it into contact with your laundry in order to eliminate any water containing mineral residues that remain in the soleplate.
1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page18 IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR IRON? PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Water is leaking You are using the steam Wait for the indicator light to turn from the holes in when the iron is not hot off.
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1800139626 FV49XX UK_110x154 02/05/2016 14:55 Page19 IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR IRON? PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Your iron The water tank is empty. Fill it up. produces little to The anti-calc valve is dirty. Clean the anti-calc valve. no steam. Your iron is clogged up with Clean the anti-calc valve and steam limescale.