Self-Clean; Caring For Your Iron - Hamilton Beach 14700 Use & Care Manual

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Self-Clean

To keep the steam vents clear of any build-up, follow these instructions after each
time you use the iron using steam.
1. Fill Removable Reservoir according
to directions. Replace Reservoir.
2. Plug iron into outlet.
3. Turn Temperature Control Dial to
Linen setting and let iron heat for
two minutes.
4. Turn Temperature Control Dial to Off.
Unplug iron and hold over a sink
with the soleplate facing down.

Caring for Your Iron

Iron
1. The Removable Reservoir of your
iron should be emptied after each
use. Turn Temperature Control Dial
to Off. Unplug the iron and let cool.
Slide open reservoir fill opening.
Hold over a sink, and slowly tilt
pointed end of iron down over sink.
Water will run out opening.
2. After iron has completely cooled,
wrap cord loosely around iron and
store in an upright position. Do not
store iron laying flat on soleplate.
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5. Set Adjustable Steam Switch to
(Maximum Steam). Press and hold
the Self-Clean button until all water
has drained from the iron.
6. Allow all water to drain from iron,
then let cool and store.
Soleplate
1. Never iron over zippers, pins, metal
rivets, or snaps, as these may
scratch the soleplate.
2. To clean occasional build-up on the
soleplate, wipe with a hot, sudsy
cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers
or metal scouring pads. Do not
immerse in water.
3. Always store iron upright in the heel
rest position.