Breville VIN170 - 2400W Digital Steam Generator Manual

Features

Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.

1. Steam lock button
2. Temperature indicator light
3. Steam trigger
4. Temperature control
5. Steam hose
6. Temperature control ring
7. Temperature display
8. Tourmaline ceramic soleplate
9. Boiler rinse plug cover
10. Boiler rinse plug (underneath the rinse plug cover)
11. Illuminated iron rest
12. Control panel
13. Water tank filling cover
14. Water tank
15. Water tank release button
16. Mains power cord storage strap
17. Mains power cord

Control Panel

1. Water tank empty warning light—when this light flashes you need to refill the water tank.
2. Anti-calc cartridge indicator light—when this light flashes, the anti-calc cartridge needs replacing.
3. Pump active indicator light—lights when the pump is operating inside your steam generator.
4. Heat indicator light—this light will flash when the boiler in your steam generator is heating the water to produce steam. When it stops flashing and stays lit, your steam generator is ready for steam ironing. The heat indicator light will alternate between flashing and on during ironing as your steam generator maintains the correct temperature to produce steam and you can continue steam ironing as normal when this happens. When ironing without steam, the heat indicator light may be ignored.
5. Power on/off button—press to turn your steam generator on or off.
6. Steam level selector button—press to select the steam level required. The corresponding steam level light will illuminate (7).
7. High, Medium and Low steam lights.

Before Frst Use

Remove all packaging including any soleplate protection before operating your steam generator.

Wipe over the soleplate with a soft cloth.
Position your steam generator iron horizontally on your ironing board (if it is large enough) or on a heat resistant and secure surface at the same height as your ironing board.

Before connecting your steam generator to the mains supply, make sure your supply voltage is the same as the one indicated on your steam generator.

When you first use your steam generator, there may be a slight odour and it may smoke slightly for the first few minutes of operation. This is quite normal and will disappear.

When you first use your steam generator, iron an old towel to ensure that any residues inside the iron are not transferred to your laundry.

Filling Your Steam Generator

Never add fabric conditioner, starches or any other chemicals to the water in your steam generator.

1. Remove the water tank by pressing the water tank release button underneath the tank.
2. Slide the water tank out.
   
3. Open the water tank filling cover.
4. Fill the water tank with cold tap water to the MAX mark.
   
5. Close the water tank filling cover and slide the water tank back into the base unit until it latches securely into place.
   

Note that when you use your steam generator for the first time or after rinsing the boiler, a lot of water will be pumped out of the water tank. Refill the tank as required.

Filling during use

You can fill your steam generator during use without having to remove the water tank. The water tank empty indicator light will flash to let you know that the water tank needs filling.

Simply open the water tank filling cover and add water as required. Do not fill past the MAX indicator mark on the tank.

Using Your Steam Generator

We recommend that you:

• Start by ironing those items of laundry that require the lowest temperature (e.g.synthetics). Finish by ironing fabrics which respond best to higher temperatures and steam—such as cotton and linen.
• If you iron a fabric made of a blend of fibres set the temperature of your iron to the most delicate fibre.
• When using starch, it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fabric and the soleplate cleaned more frequently.
• Do not iron over sharp or hard objects such as buttons, studs or zippers as they will scratch the soleplate of your iron.

Important

Your steam generator takes time to heat up and cool down. If you change the temperature setting on your steam generator, you must give it time to adjust to the new setting.

This is especially important when you change from a high setting to a lower one. It takes your steam generator longer to cool down than it does to heat up and this is the reason we recommend that you begin ironing at lower temperatures.

If you do need to reduce the temperature of your steam generator, wait until the temperature indicator light flashes and then comes on again before ironing. This will ensure that your steam generator has cooled to the lower temperature and is not too hot for the fabric being ironed.

For example, you have been ironing using the setting and wish to change to the setting:

1. Rotate the temperature control ring to select the setting. Initially, the temperature indicator light will be on because your steam generator is still at the higher temperature.
2. Wait until the temperature indicator light starts to flash and then comes back on again. Your steam generator has now cooled to the correct temperature.

Steam ironing

During steam ironing, if you do not allow your iron to reach the selected temperature water may drip from the soleplate. During use the steam pipe and iron rest become very hot.

It is recommended that for harder to iron fabrics such as cotton and linen, steam should be used when ironing.

When ironing cotton and linen, always select the highest temperature. Steam should never be used on delicate fabrics like nylons, acrylics and synthetics.

1. Fill the water tank with water.
2. Plug your steam generator into the mains supply. The on/off button will flash. Press the on/off button to switch your steam generator on.
3. Rotate the temperature control ring to set the temperature. The temperature must be set to either HIGH () or MAX. The MED ( ) setting can be used but check that water doesn't drip from the soleplate during ironing. If it does, increase the setting to HIGH. The lights in the temperature display will show the selected temperature.
4. The temperature indicator light and heat indicator light will flash as your steam generator heats up. When they both stop flashing and stay on your steam generator is ready to use. Both lights will alternate between flashing and on during ironing as your steam generator maintains the correct temperature and you can continue ironing as normal when this happens.
5. You will hear a buzzing sound as the pump inside your steam generator operates and transfers water from the water tank to the boiler where steam is produced. Set the desired amount of steam as described below in Adjusting the amount of steam.
6. With the soleplate in contact with the garment, press the steam trigger for a couple of seconds. It is not necessary to hold the trigger down continuously as steam will still be emitted from the soleplate for a short time after the trigger has been released. If more steam is required, press the steam trigger again.
   Always release the trigger and allow any residual steam to be released before replacing the iron on its stand.
   The pump will occasionally start and stop during ironing. This is normal

Adjusting the amount of steam

1. Press the steam level selector button to cycle through the low, medium and high steam settings. The steam level indicator lights will show you which steam setting is selected at each press of the selector button.

Ironing without steam

If you intend to dry-iron fabrics there is no need to fill the water tank. However, if water is already in the water tank, you do not need to empty it.

1. Rotate the temperature control ring to set the desired temperature. The lights in the temperature display will show the selected temperature. The temperature indicator light will light flash as your steam generator heats up.
2. When the temperature indicator light stays on your steam generator is ready to use. The temperature indicator light will alternate between flashing and on during ironing as your steam generator maintains the correct temperature and you can continue ironing as normal when this happens.
3. Iron your laundry without pressing the steam trigger or using the steam lock button.

Vertical steam ironing

Vertical steam ironing is especially useful for ironing items such as curtains while they are hanging, or jackets, suits and coats.
Hold the iron in a vertical position and press the steam trigger as required.

Steam lock

To prevent fatigue, your steam generator can be set to produce steam without having to constantly hold the steam trigger in the on position.

1. Slide the steam lock button forwards and steam will be continuously emitted from the soleplate.
   
2. To stop, slide the steam lock button backwards. Always release the steam lock button when you put the iron back onto the iron rest.
   

Auto off mode

ALWAYS disconnect your iron from the mains supply socket after use. NEVER leave the iron unattended with the auto off function in operation.

Your steam geneator will automatically switch to auto off mode if you leave the iron resting in its soleplate for more than 30 seconds, or on its heel for more than 15 minutes.

The on/off button light, temperature indicator light, temperature display lights and Breville logo light on the rear panel of the iron will flash to show that your steam generator is in auto off mode.

To reactivate your steam generator, lift and gently shake the iron or press any button on the control panel.

Never rely on the auto off mode to switch off your steam generator after use. After use, always switch off your steam generator using the on/off switch and unplug it from the mains supply socket.

Anti-calc Cartridge

Anti-calc system

The anti-calc cartridge should be replaced when the anti-calc cartridge indicator light flashes. If a new cartridge is not immediately available you may continue ironing using distilled water in place of tap water.

When the anti-calc cartridge requires renewal, do NOT continue to use your steam generator with tap water as this may cause damage. NEVER attempt to use your steam generator without the anti-calc cartridge in place.

Replacing the anti-calc cartridge

1. Press the water tank release button.
2. Remove the water tank.
   
3. Lift up the ring on the cartridge and use it to pull the cartridge straight upwards out of its compartment underneath the water tank.
   A little water may be left behind in the cartridge compartment when you remove the old anti-calc cartridge. Use a clean cloth or kitchen paper to dry out the compartment before you refit the new anti-calc cartridge.
   
4. Fit the new anti-calc cartridge pressing it firmly down into place.
   
   
5. Refit the water tank.

Resetting the anti-calc system after replacing the cartridge

1. While the anti-calc cartridge indicator light is flashing, press and hold the on/off button for approximately 5 seconds.
2. This will reset the anti-calc system and the anti-calc cartridge indicator light will stop flashing and go out.

Care and Cleaning

Do not use harsh abrasives, chemical cleaners or solvents to clean the exterior of your steam generator because they will damage the surface.

After each use

After each use, allow your steam generator to completely cool down before wiping the soleplate with a soft damp cloth. If polyester has burnt to the soleplate, iron a damp cotton cloth while your steam generator is still hot. If necessary, allow your steam generator to completely cool down then wipe over the soleplate with a soft cloth moistened with methylated spirits. Remove the methylated spirit with a damp cloth. Make sure that the soleplate is completely dry.

To clean the exterior of your steam generator, wipe over with a soft damp cloth and wipe dry. Ensure the soleplate is dry.
To remove build-up from the steam holes which may affect steam performance, use a cotton wool tip moistened in methylated spirits. Wipe over with a damp cloth.

Rinsing out the boiler

NEVER remove the boiler rinse plug when your steam generator is hot. Allow your steam generator to cool for at least 2 hours before removing the boiler rinse plug.

To maintain optimum performance, it is important to rinse out the boiler in your steam generator once a month or after every 10 times you have used it.

Unplug your steam generator and allow it to cool for at least 2 hours. Remove the water tank.

1. Remove the iron from the iron rest and place it to one side. Shake the base unit for a few seconds.
   
2. Remove the boiler rinse plug cover by pulling it away from the base unit.
   
3. Use a coin to unscrew the boiler rinse plug.
   
4. Place the base unit on its side and and pour about 300ml (approx. equal to 1 coffee mug) of cold tap water into the opening.
   
   
5. Shake the base unit again for a few seconds to agitate the water in the boiler.
   
6. Pour out the water into a sink.
   
7. Repeat steps 4, 5 and 6 again.
8. Refit the boiler rinse plug and tighten it firmly using a coin.
9. Refit the boiler rinse plug cover.

Storing your iron

• Switch the mains supply socket off and remove the plug. Allow your steam generator to completely cool down.
• Empty any remaining water from the water tank.
• Wrap the steam hose around the channel in the base unit as shown.
• Use the mains cord storage strap to secure the mains cord as shown.

Troubleshooting

Connection to the Mains Supply

This appliance must be earthed.

Plug should be BS1363 approved Fit a 13 Amp Fuse


Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp

This appliance is fitted with either a moulded or rewirable BS1363, 13 amp plug. The fuse should be rated at 13 amps and be ASTA approved to BS1362.
If the fuse in a moulded plug needs to be changed, the fuse cover must be refitted. The appliance must not be used without the fuse cover fitted.
If the plug is unsuitable, it should be dismantled and removed from the supply cord and an appropriate plug fitted as detailed below. If you remove the plug it must not be connected to a 13 amp socket and the plug must be disposed of immediately.

The wires of the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

GREEN/YELLOW = EARTH
BLUE = NEUTRAL
BROWN = LIVE

The wire which is coloured GREEN/YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in your plug which is marked with an E or by the earth symbol () or coloured GREEN or GREEN /YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in your plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in your plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
If any other plug is used, a 13 amp fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or at the distributor board.

After Sales Service

These appliances are built to the very highest of standards. There are no user serviceable parts. Follow these steps if the unit fails to operate:

1. Check the instructions have been followed correctly.
2. Check that the fuse has not blown.
3. Check that the mains supply is functional.

If the appliance will still not operate, return the appliance to the place it was purchased for a replacement. To return the appliance to the Customer Service Department, follow the steps below:

1. Pack it carefully (preferably in the original carton). Ensure the unit is clean.
2. Enclose your name and address and quote the model number on all correspondence.
3. Give the reason why you are returning it.
4. If within the guarantee period, state when and where it was purchased and include proof of purchase (e.g. till receipt).
5. Send it to our Customer Service Department at the address below:

Customer Service Department
Jarden Consumer Solutions (Europe) Limited
Middleton Road
Royton
Oldham
OL2 5LN, UK.
Telephone: 0161 621 6900
Fax: 0161 626 0391
e-mail: info@pulse-uk.co.uk

Product Safety

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This product can be used by children aged 8 years and above, and persons who require supervision, provided:

• they are familiar with the hazards associated with the product, and,
• they receive instruction by a competent person on how to safely use the product.

Children must not play with the product. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be done by children unless they are supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years old when it is switched on or cooling down.
The appliance must not be left unattended when it is connected to the mains supply.

The appliance must be unplugged from the mains supply socket before filling the water tank with water.
Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface. When placing the appliance on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are any visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the appliance.
• Do not touch the metal parts of the appliance during use as they may become very hot.
• This appliance must not be placed on or near any potentially hot surfaces (such as a gas or electric hob).
• Always allow the appliance to cool before cleaning or storing.
• Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid.
• Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a worktop, touch hot surfaces or become knotted, trapped or pinched.
• This appliance produces steam which can cause burns. Handle with care especially when using the vertical steam feature. Never direct steam at persons or animals.
• Ensure the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket before filling or emptying the water tank, after use and before cleaning.

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