Miele HM 16-83 User Manual

Miele HM 16-83 User Manual

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Operating instructions

Rotary ironer
HM 16-83
en - GB
To avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
carefully before installing and
using it for the first time.
M.-Nr. 07 660 590

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Rotary ironer HM 16-83 en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions carefully before installing and using it for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 660 590...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........3 Warning and safety instructions .
  • Page 3: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a Temperature selector g Hanging bar b Emergency release h Feed-in table c Controls i Roller d Mains connection cable j Heater plate e Foot pedal switch k Finger guard f Ironing table...
  • Page 4 Guide to the appliance Control panel a Roller speed selector c "On-Off" button I-0 b "On-Off" I-0 indicator light C "Temperature" indicator light...
  • Page 5: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Keep these instructions in a safe If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele approved place and ensure that new users are service technician to avoid a hazard. familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
  • Page 6 Wide sleeves, unforeseen dangers for the user, for apron straps, scarves and ties etc. which Miele cannot accept liability. could be taken in by the roller. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician.
  • Page 7 Warning and safety instructions Using accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, this will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability. In countries where there are areas...
  • Page 8: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material or machine The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances / has been selected from materials which machines often contain materials are environmentally friendly for disposal which, if handled or disposed of and can normally be recycled.
  • Page 9: Moving The Ironer

    Moving the ironer Preparing the working area The ironer is fitted with four rollers. ^ Hold the ironer by the ironing table to You will need a height adjustable chair push it or to pull it towards you. and a flat surface for the ironed laundry.
  • Page 10: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Dust cover Connection cable The mains connection cable is wound The dust cover which protects the roller round a hook underneath the ironing during transit has to be removed. To table. remove the dust cover: Insert the plug in the socket and switch the ironer on.
  • Page 11: Before Ironing

    Before ironing Preparing the laundry Pulling into shape and smoothing Correct preparation of the laundry is essential for successful ironing. Pull damp laundry into shape as usual. Before ironing the laundry should be: Smooth out ties, straps, seams and hems. –...
  • Page 12: Check That The Finger Guard Is Functioning Properly

    Before ironing Check that the finger guard is functioning properly. The finger guard is a safety feature and should always be checked before using the ironer. ^ With the ironer switched on, press the foot pedal right down. The heater plate will lower itself onto the rotating roller.
  • Page 13: Ironing

    Ironing Switching on and off Material Temperature symbol range ß Minimum iron / temperature Synthetics ßß Woollens / Medium Silks temperature ßßß Linen / High Cottons temperature 40 - 60°C The I-0 "On-Off" button is used for switching the ironer on and off. To switch on ^ Press the I-0 button in –...
  • Page 14: Select The Roller Speed

    Ironing Select the roller speed Ironing There are 5 roller speed settings, from The ironing process is controlled by the low (approx. 2 m/min) to high (approx. foot pedal which has three positions: 4.5 m/min). A low speed makes it easier to iron complicated articles such as shirts and blouses.
  • Page 15: Feeding Laundry In

    Ironing Feeding laundry in Useful tips ^ Arrange laundry along the feed-in If creases appear on items being table so that it is straight and smooth. ironed: Stop the roller and pull the item back slightly. Smooth it out and if necessary dampen it with a wet cloth.
  • Page 16: After Ironing

    Ironing After ironing Power cut ^ Switch the ironer off. In the event of a power cut activate ^ Set the temperature selector to I. the emergency release. ^ Disconnect the appliance from the If there is a power cut whilst you are electricity supply by switching off at ironing the heater plate will stay in the socket and withdrawing the plug.
  • Page 17: Ironing Tips

    Ironing tips The following tips are intended as helpful suggestions to get you started. With practice you will probably find alternative ways of ironing which suit your style of working. Tea towels, hand towels, handkerchiefs, serviettes etc. Place on the ironing table with the straight grain of the fabric towards the feed board.
  • Page 18: Duvet Covers

    Ironing tips Duvet covers Pillow cases ^ First do up poppers and buttons and feed this end through the ironer first. Then iron the whole pillow case from both sides. ^ First do up poppers and buttons. Feed this end through the left hand side of the ironer first.
  • Page 19: Maintenance And Care

    Limescale deposits and starch residues Replacement covers are available from can be removed from the heater plate you Miele dealer or the Miele Spare using a suitable proprietary cleaning Parts Dept. agent. Make sure that the ironer is cold before cleaning it.
  • Page 20 Maintenance and care ^ Completely unwind the cotton ^ Undo the cords at each end of the roller cover. undercloth attached to the roller and let it hang down smoothly. ^ Unwind the cover. ^ Take hold of the cloth by each side edge and keeping it taut place over the heater plate.
  • Page 21 Maintenance and care ^ Insert the raw edge of the new ^ Press the foot pedal and "iron" the ironing cloth into the retaining slot cloth into position. with the wrong side down. Leave the Do not let the cords get under the cloth cords hanging free and smooth out as it turns.
  • Page 22 Maintenance and care ^ Tighten the cords at the left and right hand sides of the roller, tie together and tuck in. ^ Put the feed-in table back in place. ^ Switch the ironer on - the heater plate will rise up.
  • Page 23: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of this appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 24: After Sales Service

    – Your Miele dealer or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting Miele, please quote the Model and Serial number of your...
  • Page 25: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with is lost, the plug must not be used until a current national and local safety suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 26: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 96 cm Width 105 cm Depth 38 cm Weight ca. 38 kg max. load 372 Newton Voltage see data plate Rated load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate Test certificates awarded Radio/TV suppressed, VDE Australia C-Tick Mark, acc.
  • Page 28 Alteration rights reservedn/3009 M.-Nr. 07 660 590 / 00 M.-Nr. 07 660 590 / 00...

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