DeLonghi VVX 1860G User Instructions

DeLonghi VVX 1860G User Instructions

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CONTENTS
SAFETY ������������������������������������������ 14
Fundamental safety warnings ..........................14
DESIGNATED USE ������������������������������ 15
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE ���������� 16
Accessories ......................................................16
Control panel ...................................................16
"Professional" iron ...........................................16
"Domestic" iron ...............................................16
PREPARATIONS FOR USE ��������������������� 16
What water to use ............................................16
Setting water hardness ....................................16
Filling the tank ..................................................17
OPERATION ������������������������������������� 17
Steam ironing ..................................................17
Using the "professional" iron ...........................17
Using the "domestic" iron ..............................18
Adjusting the thermostat ..................................18
Steam regulator ...............................................18
Topping up the tank with water ........................18
Dry ironing .......................................................18
MAINTENANCE ��������������������������������� 19
Limescale filter maintenance ............................19
Rinsing the steam generator ............................19
CLEANING ��������������������������������������� 19
AFTER IRONING �������������������������������� 19
IRONING TIPS ���������������������������������� 20
DISPOSAL ��������������������������������������� 20
CONTACTING CUSTOMER SERVICESS ������ 21

SAFETY

Fundamental safety warnings

Danger!
This is an electrical appliance and may cause
electric shock.
You should therefore respect the following sa-
fety warnings:
• Never touch the appliance with damp han-
ds.
• Never use the appliance with bare or wet
feet.
• Never immerse the appliance in water.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling the
power cable or the appliance itself.
• If the socket and power cable plug are incom-
patible, the socket should be changed for a
suitable type by a qualified professional only
who should ensure that the cross-section of
the wires leading to the socket is suitable for
the power absorbed by the appliance.
• To add water, turn the ironing system off
using the switch, then unplug from the
mains. Never fill the appliance under running
water.
• Always unplug the appliance from the mains
socket before filling the tank with water.
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be re-
placed by the manufacturer or the manufac-
turer's Customer Services in order to avoid
all risk.
• Adapters, multiple sockets and/or exten-
sions should not be used. If their use is ne-
cessary, only adapters, multiple sockets and
extensions complying with current safety
standards and regulations should be used,
taking care not to exceed the power limit in-
dicated on the adapter.
• The safety of this appliance is guaranteed
only if correctly connected to a proper and
effective earth connection as specified by
current electrical safety standards and re-
gulations. This fundamental safety requisite
should be verified. If in doubt, ask a quali-
fied electrician to check the mains system
thoroughly. Failure to earth the appliance
absolves the manufacturer of all liability for
damage.
• When the appliance is to be discarded, after
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Summary of Contents for DeLonghi VVX 1860G

  • Page 1 CONTENTS SAFETY SAFETY ������������������������������������������ 14 Fundamental safety warnings Fundamental safety warnings ......14 DESIGNATED USE ������������������������������ 15 Danger! This is an electrical appliance and may cause DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE ���������� 16 electric shock. Accessories ............16 You should therefore respect the following sa- Control panel ...........16 fety warnings: “Professional”...
  • Page 2: Designated Use

    unplugging from the mains, the lead should face. be cut as close as possible to the iron to • Use the iron rest ONLY. If it is damaged, use make the appliance unusable. an original replacement only. • Before cleaning or servicing, disconnect the • The appliance must be used and rested on a appliance by unplugging from the mains. stable surface. • In the event of malfunction and/or faulty • Do not use the appliance if it has been drop- operation, switch off the appliance and take ped and there are visible signs of damage it to Customer Services.
  • Page 3: Description Of The Appliance

    DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE PREPARATIONS FOR USE (see page 3) What water to use A Water tank door The appliance works with normal tap water. B Water tank filter C Removable water tank Important! D Regenerable limescale filter Never use other types of water, chemical sub- Limescale filter retainer lever stances or detergents (e.g. perfumed water, es- F Hook for steam/cable tube and protective sences, water softener, etc).
  • Page 4: Filling The Tank

    to your water hardness: generator is empty. When filling the steam ge- nerator for the first time, the heating up time will Soft Medium be longer as the air must be eliminated from the steam generator and replaced by the water. During filling/heating it is normal for the pump to make a noise. The appliance will also run out of water much Medium-hard Very hard more quickly than with subsequent fills. OPERATION Steam ironing Filling the tank • Press the (iron on) button Q and the (steam generator on) button R. The lights on Danger! the corresponding buttons come on.
  • Page 5: Using The "Domestic" Iron

    • The iron can be rested in an upright position a carrying handle. (fig. 7). However, make sure the surface is Adjusting the thermostat flat to avoid the iron falling over. Turn the thermostat knob to set the most suitable temperature for the Using the “domestic” iron • After turning the appliance on as described type of fabric to be ironed. above, wait for the “steam ready” light Y to For steam ironing, the temperature go off. must be within the steam sector • To discharge steam, press the steam but- shown alongside.
  • Page 6: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE • Remove the cap F on the side of the applian- ce (fig. 12). Limescale filter maintenance • Use a coin or screwdriver to unscrew the When the FILTER light comes on, the filter must steam generator cap (fig. 12). be regenerated or replaced. • Rest the appliance on its side (fig. 13) and fill To regenerate the filter, proceed as follows: with a maximum of 0.7 litres of water using • Turn the appliance off by pressing the a funnel to avoid the water spilling outside buttons or the button (depen- the steam generator.
  • Page 7: Ironing Tips

    DISPOSAL around the cable tidy H (fig. 14). Store the iron in a dry place. Important information for correct disposal of the product in accordance with EC Di- rective 2002/96/EC. Please note: Important information for correct disposal of • To ensure efficient operation of the applian- the product in accordance with EC Directive ce, the limescale filter must not be removed 2002/96/EC. except for regeneration. At the end of its working life, the product must • After ironing, the water remaining in the tank not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be need not be drained. However, the appliance taken to a special local authority differentiated should be drained of water if left unused for...
  • Page 8: Problems Resolvable Without Contacting Customer Servicess

    PROBLEMS RESOLVABLE WITHOUT CONTACTING CUSTOMER SERVICESS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY The appliance does not come • The appliance is not plugged into a • Make sure the appliance is correctly mains socket. connected and press the iron and steam generator ON buttons. Steam leaks from behind the • The maximum pressure safety • Turn the appliance off immediately system has tripped. and contact an authorised tank.

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