Tefal GV 8460E0 - Manual (Page 25)

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Description
1. Steam control button
2. Iron temperature control slide
3. Iron thermostat light
4. Ultracord system (depending on model)
5. Iron rest
6. Illuminated on / off switch
7. Electric cord rewind button (depending on model)
8. Power cord storage space
9. Power cord and plug
10. Turbo button (depending on model)
11. Lock-System hoop (depending on model)
12. Removable water tank
13. Removable water tank handle
14. Steam generator boiler (in the base unit)
15. Iron-base steam cord
16. Slide storage place for the steam cord
17. Anti-scale valve cap
18. Anti-scale valve
19. Control panel
a. “Water tank empty” light
b. “Auto off” light
c. Restart button
d. “Anti-calc” light
e. “Reset” button
f. “Steam ready” light
g. Steam output control dial
h. Zone ECO
20. Autoclean Soleplate
Locking system for retaining the iron on the base - Lock-system
(depending on model)
• Your steam generator maybe equipped with a retaining hoop which locks the iron on its base for
easier transport and storage – fig.1:
- Locking – fig.2
- Unlocking – fig.3
• To carry your steam generator by the iron handle:
- Place the iron on the iron rest of the generator and raise the retaining hoop over the iron until it
locks into place (audible click) – fig.2.
- Grasp the handle of the iron to carry your steam generator – fig.1.
• Ironing Board: due to the powerful steam output, a mesh type ironing board must be used to
allow any excess steam to escape and to avoid steam venting sideways.
Preparation
What water may be used ?
• Tap water :
Rowenta irons are designed to be used with REGULAR UNTREATED TAP WATER. If your water is very hard, Rowenta
recommends mixing half tap water with half distilled water which reduces the hardness; or just use inexpensive
bottled spring water. In certain regions near the sea, the salt content of your water may be high. In this case use
distilled water only.
• Softened water :
There are many types of household water softeners and the water from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use
in the steam generator.
However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use chemicals such as salt, can cause the appliance to leak
or spit during use, this is notably the case with filtering jugs.
If you experience this type of problem, we recommend that you try using untreated tap water or store-bought
distilled water.
Once you have changed water it will take several uses to correct the problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam
function for the first time on an old towel or cloth that can be discarded to avoid potentially damaging your clothes.
• Always remember :
Heat concentrates the elements in water during evaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic
waste, mineral or chemical elements that that can cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear of the
appliance: water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners,
rain water, boiled, filtered or bottled water. These types of water should not be used in your TEFAL iron.
Filling the water tank
• Place your steam generator on a flat, stable, horizontal heat-resistant surface. For best results use
a vented ironing board to prevent water spots on the clothes and to avoid steam venting
sideways.
• Remove the water tank by pulling on the handle (at the front of the generator) – fig.4.
• Fill the tank with water, taking care not to exceed the maximum level – fig.6. and fig.7.
• Slide the tank back into its housing until its “clicks” into place – fig.5.
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