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Miele B 890 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions
Rotary iron
B 890
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
Installation or use.
M.-Nr. 05 319 324

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Rotary iron B 890 en - US, CA To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before Installation or use. M.-Nr. 05 319 324...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....... . . 4 Description of the appliance ......... 6 Moving the appliance .

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Unauthorized repairs could be hazardous for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept responsibility. Repairs should only be performed by a Miele authorized technician. Ensure that power is not restored to the appliance while maintenance or repair work is being performed.
  • Page 5 - danger of electric shock. Use the cable holders attached to the appliance to secure the cord. Accessories Accessories should only be used if approved by Miele. If other parts are used, warranty, performance and product liability claims may be void.

  • Page 6: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance 1 Finger guard 2 Temperature selector 3 Emergency release 4 Release catch (underneath ironing table) 5 Power cord 6 Foot pedal switch 7 Ironing table 8 Bar for hanging ironed laundry 9 Feed board 10 Roller with ironing cover 11 Heater plate...
  • Page 7 Description of the appliance Control panel 1 "I - 0" ("On/Off") button for turning the rotary iron on and off 2 Roller speed selector 3 Temperature indicator "°C"...

  • Page 8: Moving The Appliance

    Moving the appliance The rotary iron has four rollers. ^ Hold the rotary iron with the ironing table and push or pull to move it. To steer and to overcome obstacles like carpet edges and doorways: ^ Slightly tilt the appliance.
  • Page 9 ^ Hold the ironing table and release the catch, located on the right hand side at the back, underneath the ironing table. Moving the appliance ^ Swing the top section of the rotary iron to the side until it clicks horizontally into position.

  • Page 10: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Power cord The power cord is wound around a hook underneath the ironing table. ^ Unwind the cord. Do not insert the plug into the electrical socket yet. * The plug shown is for illustration only. Dust cover The dust cover which protects the roller during transportation must be removed.

  • Page 11: Before Ironing

    Before ironing Place close by: – a basket with the laundry ready for ironing to the left of the rotary iron, – a surface for the ironed laundry to the right of the rotary iron. Shirts, overalls, blouses, etc., should be hung on hangers immediately after ironing.

  • Page 12: Preparing The Laundry

    Correct dampness The laundry needs to be sufficiently damp, so that on the first pass through the rotary iron at the correct temperature, it will come out smooth and dry. Dampen the laundry as you would for hand ironing, preferably...

  • Page 13: Testing The Finger Guard

    Testing the finger guard The finger guard is a safety feature and should be checked each time the rotary iron is used. ^ With the rotary iron turned on, press the foot pedal down. The heater plate comes down onto the rotating roller.

  • Page 14: Ironing

    Ironing Turning on and off The rotary iron is turned on and off with the "I / 0" button. To turn on ^ Press the button in. The indicator light comes on. To turn off ^ Press and release the button.

  • Page 15: Selecting The Roller Speed

    It is also best to select a low roller speed when ironing folded items, which may require more than one pass through the rotary iron to get them smooth and dry. Thinner, single thickness items, e.g. handkerchiefs can be ironed at a higher roller speed.

  • Page 16: Ironing

    Ironing Ironing The ironing process is controlled by the foot pedal which has three operating positions: – raising the heater plate (rest) – pressing – ironing To iron ^ Press the foot pedal down to the floor. Do not put fingers between the heater plate and the roller.

  • Page 17: Positioning The Laundry

    Laundry bar Ironed laundry can be hung over the swing out bar to avoid creasing. Take care not to press down on the bar when it is swung out, this could cause the rotary iron to tip over. Ironing...

  • Page 18: After Ironing

    ^ Turn the appliance off. ^ Turn the temperature to " g " cold. ^ Remove the plug from the outlet. If the rotary iron is to be stored away ^ Allow the heater plate to cool. ^ When the heater plate has cooled completely, fold the rotary iron.

  • Page 19: Power Failure

    In the event of a power failure, pull the emergency release lever up. If there is a power failure when the rotary iron is in use, the heater plate will stay on the roller. The item being ironed will be held there possibly becoming scorched.

  • Page 20: Ironing Tips

    Pillow cases ^ Lay the pillowcase on the feeder plate, position under the heater plate and iron in one step. If the open end has buttons, only pass it through the rotary iron if the buttons are heat resistant.

  • Page 21: Duvet Covers

    If the duvet cover has buttons at the open end, iron the buttons first. Note: Only pass this end through the rotary iron if the buttons are heat-resistant. ^ Start the first run by carefully feeding this end in first on the left side of the roller, taking care not to damage any buttons.

  • Page 22: Shirts

    Ironing Tips Shirts ^ Remove the feed board to iron shirts. 1. Shoulder yoke ^ Arrange the yoke, collar first, on the roller and smooth out. ^ Hot press the yoke. 2. Collar The collar is ironed on both sides using the left hand end of the roller.
  • Page 23 4. Back ^ Start at the side seam. Pull the shirt over the roller as far as the arm hole. Smooth it out. ^ Starting from the side seam iron past the armhole, then pull the shirt further onto the roller and iron the full back length to the second arm hole.

  • Page 24: Pants

    Ironing Tips Pants Ironing pants and jeans ^ Iron the upper part from waistband to inseam of pants and jeans in sections. Set on a slow speed. ^ Iron the legs from hem to inseam one leg after another. Pressing woolen and dress pants ^ Lay the pant legs separately on the roller.

  • Page 25: Cleaning And Care

    (140°F [60°C]). If the cover looks worn and used, it can be easily replaced. Ironing covers are available at your Miele dealer or Miele. The ironing cover should only be changed when the appliance is cold. Cleaning and Care ^ Remove the feed board.
  • Page 26 (upside down). Keep side ties hanging free and smooth out. ^ Turn the roller by hand in the direction you iron (see arrow) until the retaining slot is at the bottom. ^ Turn the rotary iron on.
  • Page 27 Cleaning and Care ^ Tighten the cords at the left and right hand sides of the roller, tie together and tuck in. ^ Put the feed board back in place. ^ Turn the rotary iron on - the heater plate will rise.

  • Page 28: Frequently Asked Questions

    Plug the machine in and check if the circuit breaker has tripped. Continue ironing, the issue is usually resolved after 5-10 minutes of ironing. A new rotary iron cover should be washed at 140°F (60°C) for the laundry to be ideally pulled in. Clean with household cleaners or dishwasher detergent.

  • Page 29: After Sales Service

    Miele Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home.

  • Page 30: Electrical Connection

    All electrical work should be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Do not connect the rotary iron to an extension cord. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

  • Page 31: Technical Data

    Height Width Depth Weight Voltage Rated load Minimum fuse rating " (folded 41 ") [95.9 (folded 105.2) cm] " (folded 19 ") [98.5 (folded 50) cm] 15" [38 cm] 84 Ibs [38 kg] see data plate see data plate see data plate Technical data...

  • Page 32: Help Protect Our Environment

    Help protect our environment Disposal of packing materials The packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Disposal of an old appliance Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials. Turn off and unplug the appliance from the outlet.
  • Page 36 Alteration rights reserved / 5007 M.-Nr. 05 319 324 / 01 For the most updated manual see the Miele web site.

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