Tesco IR08 User Manual

IR08 Steam Iron User Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY GUIDE: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
Please follow all the precautions listed below services.
for safety and to reduce the risk of fire, injury or
• Do NOT use this appliance for any purpose not
electrical shock.
covered by the instructions.
• Read all the instructions before operating the
• Use caution when turning the iron upside down,
iron and keep them for future reference. If you
there may be hot water in the water tank.
pass the product on to a third party, include these
• Use this iron only with a purpose-built ironing
instructions.
board.
• Unplug the iron from the mains supply when not
• Observe all ironing instructions and ironing
in use, and before emptying, filling, or cleaning.
temperature dot settings given by the garment
• Do not touch the soleplate of the iron if it is hot.
manufacturer. These are normally on a label or
• Always hold the appliance by the handle. labels inside the garment.
• Keep the appliance well away from surfaces and • This appliance is not intended for use by persons
and objects that can be damaged by heat. (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
• Ensure there is adequate room to operate the iron.
knowledge, unless they have been given supervi
• Ensure that the iron cannot fall into water.
sion or instruction concerning use of this appliance
• Do not immerse the connecting cord in any liquid.
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not let the connecting cord overhang the
THE IRON MUST NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED WHILE IT IS
edge of the work surface or allow it to touch hot
CONNECTED TO THE SUPPLY MAINS.
surfaces or sources of heat or flame.
DO NOT USE THIS IRON IF IT IS DROPPED, HAS VISIBLE
• If any part of this appliance is damaged or
SIGNS OF DAMAGE OR IS NOT WATERTIGHT.
malfunctions in any way, or the connecting cord
or mains plug is broken do not continue to use it.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Seek expert assistance.
• Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage
• Do not use the iron if water is leaking from it.
of your electricity supply is the same as that
• Parents must warn children not to touch hot
indicated on the appliance.
appliance parts. Close supervision is necessary
• The means of disconnecting this appliance from
when an appliance is used near children.
the mains supply is the mains plug. This should be
• Small children should not use this appliance. unobstructed and readily operable at all times
• Do not leave the iron face down at any time. Stand • This appliance must be earthed.
it upright on its heel, on a level heatproof surface.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Do not use outdoors or in damp or wet conditions.
Voltage Rating: 220 -240V AC, 50Hz
• When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the
Power Consumption: 1300W (1.3kW) max
surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
Net Weight: 801 g
• Do not use this iron for professional laundry
IR08 Steam Iron User Manual
MAIN COMPONENTS
1. Cord Grip
2. Handle
3. "Shot of Steam" Button
4. Spray Button
5. Steam Control
6. Water Filler & Cap
7. Spray Nozzle
8. Iron Soleplate
9. Water Reservoir
10. MAX Water Level Merk
11. Temperature Dial
12. Mains Indicator
13. Filler Cup
BURNS CAN OCCUR FROM TOUCHING HOT METAL PARTS, HOT WATER OR STEAM.
EXERCISE CARE WHEN HANDLING THIS APPLIANCE!
IR08 Steam Iron User Manual
USING THE IRON
Preliminaries Using the Iron
Unpack the iron carefully. If you dispose of the packaging, do so Before using the iron:
having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
Inspect the iron carefully.
The packaging contains:
Check that the voltage marked on the rating plate matches your
• One Tesco iron mains voltage.
• One filler cup Remove any protective film from the soleplate. Polish the sole-
plate lightly with a clean soft cloth to remove any residues.
If any item is missing or damaged please contact the Tesco
store where you purchased the item, or your nearest Tesco store. Important Note: Maintaining the finish of the iron's soleplate
Please have your receipt ready when you call. is essential. Keep the soleplate smooth: do not scratch it on
Ironing Temperatures metal objects (e.g. the edge of the ironing board, buttons, zip-
pers, etc.) as these may impair performance.
Check the ironing instructions attached to the article (they are
Filling the Iron
on a label showing a symbol of an iron). Always follow these
ironing instructions. The indications on the iron's temperature Make sure the iron is unplugged from the mains.
dial and the table below will help you.
Set the Steam Control to OFF(extreme left position).
If there are no ironing instructions but you know the fabric, then
Open the water filler. Tip the iron up slightly and fill it carefully
use the table below. The table is valid only for the actual ma-
with fresh water using the supplied filler cup.
terials and does not take account of any finish applied to the
fabric. Textiles to which a finish has been applied (wrinkle relief,
printed T shirts etc.) should be ironed at lower temperatures.
If the fabric contains mixed fibres, select the lowest ironing
temperature of the composition, e.g. iron a 60% polyester /40%
cotton mix at the temperature indicated for polyester.
Do not iron
Synthetics. Set Iron to LOW ( • )
Wool, Silk. Set Iron to MEDIUM ( • • )
Cotton, Linen. Set Iron to HIGH ( • • • )
The iron heats up quicker than it cools down. Sort fabrics to be
ironed into groups according to temperature; wool with wool,
cotton with cotton, etc. Start by ironing articles requiring low
temperature settings and progress to higher ones.
Do not fill the iron above the MAX mark indicated on the side
Note: Do not iron garments that are dirty or stained. The iron's
of the iron.
heat may set the stain.
If you live in a hard water area, it is advisable to use distilled or
Pure (100%) wool fabrics may be pressed with the iron set to a de-mineralised water. Avoid using water containing softeners,
steam position and the garment protected by a dry cloth. perfumes or additives.