Clatronic DB 3703 Manual

Overview of the Components

1. Flexible line cord entry
2. Control lamp
3. Stand
4. Transparent water tank
5. Temperature control markings
6. Stainless steel soleplate
7. Continuously adjustable temperature regulator
8. Steam control markings / Self-Cleaning
9. Spray nozzle
10. Filler opening for the water tank
11. Regulator for the steam quantity and the self-cleaning
12. Steam jet button
13. Spray button
14. Handle

Not Shown
Measuring cup

Notes on Use

Unpacking

• Remove any protective foils and stickers from the sole plate.
• Please unwind the lead completely.

Electrical Connection

• Make sure that the iron voltage (see name plate) and the line voltage match.
• The mains plug should only be inserted into a correctly installed socket with earthing contact.

Connected Wattage

The maximum power consumption of the appliance is 1800 W. With this connected load a separate supply line protected by a 16 A household circuit breaker is recommended.

Overload!

If you use extension leads, these should have a cable cross-section of at least 1.5 mm².

Do not use any multiple sockets, as this appliance is too powerful.

Temperature Control on the Iron (7)

The symbols on the control correspond to the following settings:

OFF		off
	(synthetics, rayon, silk)	low temperature (ironing without steam)
	(wool)	medium temperature
	(cotton, linen)	high temperature
MAX		maximum temperature

• Turn woollen clothes inside out to avoid shiny spots on the fabric due to steam ironing. In addition, lay a thin cotton cloth onto the fabric.
• Select a low temperature setting for fabrics with additional surface treatment and iron them inside out.

NOTE: The iron heats up faster than it cools down. Start ironing with the lowest temperature setting.

Water

• Please useonly distilled water.
• Do not fill battery water, water from the clothes dryer and water containing additives (such as starch, perfume, softener or other chemicals) into the water reservoir.
• This could damage the iron due to residues forming in the steam chamber. These residues may cause impurities to the fabric when dropping out of the holes in the sole plate.

Operation

Before Initial Use

• Clean the ironing base with a slightly damp cloth.
• In order to remove all residues before initial use, please pass the iron a few times over an old clean cloth.

Ironing without Steam

NOTE: Sort out the garments according to their ironing temperatures. Always set the temperature control to "OFF" before connecting the appliance to a power point, or before disconnecting it. Please follow the temperature control markings (5). Set the steam control (11) to the "" position, following the steam control markings (8).

4. Place the iron on its stand.
5. Only connect the appliance to a properly installed safety socket.
6. Set the temperature on the temperature control (7). If you have sensitive items to iron, please begin with the lowest temperature.

NOTE: The control lamp (2) on the iron shows that it is heating up. As soon as the control lamp goes off the operating temperature has been reached. Now you can start ironing.

Steam Ironing

The iron expels a large quantity of hot steam. Danger of burns.

NOTE: For this a high temperature is needed. Turn the temperature control (7) at least to the " " symbol. If the temperature is too low water may leak from the sole plate.

• Fill the water tank with distilled water. The tank volume is ca. 150 ml. Fill the water tank to the max marking only.

1. Place the iron with the sole plate in an upright position on a heat resistant surface.
2. Open the water tank cover upwards.
3. Fill the water reservoir at the refill opening (10). Use the supplied measuring cup.
4. Close the water tank cover again.

• Use the steam control (11) to adjust the amount of steam. Set the control to positions
• The steam volume regulator audibly engages in the respective position.
• Steam escapes as soon as the iron is in a horizontal position.
• Extra steam can be added with the steam jet function. Press the steam jet button (12) intermittently.

Spray Function
In order to moisten a section of a garment to be ironed, press the spray button (13) intermittently.

Vertical Steam Function
This can be used to produce a jet of steam in a vertical direction.

Never direct the steam jet at people. Risk of burning!

1. Hang your laundry on a clothes hanger and move the iron to approximately 3 - 5 cm away.
2. Set the temperature control (7) to "MAX" position.
3. Press the steam jet button (12) intermittently.

NOTE: If the amount of steam emitted is too little, wait until the appliance heats up again.

• How Can I Replenish the Water During Operation?

1. Set the steam control to the "" position.
2. Place the iron with the sole plate in an upright position on a heat resistant surface.
3. Turn the appliance off by setting the temperature control knob to the "OFF" position.
4. Remove the mains plug from the socket.
5. Open the lid of the refill inlet and carefully pour in the water.
6. Do not exceed the maximum line as marked on the water reservoir.
7. Close the lid of the tank.

When You Have Finished

1. Always turn the temperature control to "OFF" after use and remove the mains plug. The control lamp goes off.
2. Empty the water tank in order to prevent the contents of the tank leaking.
3. Allow the appliance to cool down before you put it away.

Self-Cleaning

1. Half fill the water tank with water.
2. Heat the appliance up to its maximum temperature. After the control lamp goes off remove the appliance from the mains supply.
3. Now hold the iron horizontally over a sink. Slide the regulator (11) on the symbol and hold this. The regulator does not snap into place. Now rock the appliance backwards and forwards until the tank is empty.
4. Place the appliance back on its stand and heat it up again. To clean the base now iron over a clean cotton cloth.

Cleaning

• Always remove the mains lead before cleaning!
• Wait until the appliance has cooled down completely!

Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive items.

Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.

• Clean the casing with a slightly damp cloth.
• Clean the sole plate and the rest with a slightly damp cloth.

Technical Data

Model DB 3703

Power supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 - 60 Hz

Power consumption: 1400 - 1800 W

Protection class:

Net weight: approx. 0.4 kg

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

This appliance has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Under no circumstances should you immerse the appliance in water for cleaning purposes. Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or fire.

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

This refers to possible hazards to the appliance or other objects.

NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

General Notes
Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this appliance to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use.
• Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.
• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.
• The appliance and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the appliance must not be used.
• Use only original spare parts.
• In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

Do not allow small children to play with the foil. There is a danger of suffocation!

You will find the following symbol with warning character on the product:

WARNING: Hot surface! Danger of burns! The temperature of accessible surfaces can be very hot during and after operation.

The sole plate becomes hot quickly and requires a long time to cool down. Do not touch. When not in use, place the iron vertically on the stand Choose a safe resting surface! The surface must be stable and level. Check the resting surface again for stability.

The iron must be used and rested on a stable, heat-resistant surface. The surface should be level. Before filling the water tank remove the mains lead. The iron must not be left unsupervised while it is connected to the mains. The iron may not be used if it has been dropped, if there is visi-ble damage or if it leaks. Do not repair the appliance by yourself. Always contact an authorized technician. 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. When turning on or cooling down, the iron and its cord must be out of reach of children who are younger than 8 years. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be performed by chil-dren. This appliance is not designed to be immersed in water during cleaning. Please follow the instructions that we have included for you in the chapter on "Cleaning".

• The tank should only be filled up to the maximum mark. Do not overfill! Maximum water filling quantity: approx. 150 ml.
• Please use only distilled water.