Sunbeam 3946 User Manual
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A. Variable Steam Dial – Adjust steam level for different ironing needs.
B. Steam Valve
(connected to the variable steam dial)
– Removable to minimize
scale build up.
C. Steam Indicator Mark
D. Auto-Off Indicator – Red Light blinks when Auto-Off is triggered
(See SAFETY SMART
®
Below)
E. Temperature Dial – Controls heat output of iron. Adjust dial according to ironing
needs. For Steam Ironing, set dial to red Steam Band.
F. Temperature Indicator Mark
G. Water Reservoir Window
H. Non-Stick Soleplate – Has full-length button grooves for added convenience
when ironing shirts and blouses.
I. SPRAY MIST
®
Button – Provides a fine spray mist for spot dampening.
J. SHOT OF STEAM
®
Button – Provides a powerful burst of steam for maximum
steam power.
K. Sliding Water Reservoir Cover – Prevents dust and foreign matter from entering
the water tank; stops any water spillage during ironing.
L. Cord Wrap – Provides quick, convenient cord storage.
M. Spray Nozzle
• SAFETY SMART
®
Automatic Shut-Off – Shuts off if iron is motionless
for 15 minutes in the upright position or 30 seconds in the ironing position.
Before The First Use
• When turned on for the first time, your new iron may give off a slight odor for up
to ten minutes. This is due to the initial heating of the materials used. It is safe,
not detrimental to the performance of the product, and will not recur.
• Prior to first use, clean steam vents using the SHOT OF STEAM
®
feature.
After cleaning vents, run iron over an all-cotton cloth to remove any residue.
• When not ironing, always have steam dial turned to .
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Dry Ironing
• Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. On units with automatic shut-off, the auto off
light will illuminate.
• Turn the temperature dial to the desired setting. While iron is heating, place iron on
heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
• Set the steam dial to to prevent steam flow if water is in the reservoir.
Steam Ironing
• Make sure the plug is removed from the wall socket before filling the iron with water.
• Turn the steam dial to .
• Place the iron on its heel and open the water reservoir cover. Pour water slowly
into the water reservoir. Fill up to the maximum water level. To prevent the risk
of burns, use caution when filling a hot iron with water. Burns can occur
from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. Push firmly to close
the cover. N
OTE
: Tap water may be used due to the special design of this iron.
However, in areas with very hard water, distilled or demineralized water is recommended.
• Turn the temperature dial to any of the higher temperatures within the steam band
and allow the iron to heat for approximately 2 minutes before ironing. While heating,
place iron on heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
• Adjust steam dial to desired level of steaming.
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