Electrolux EDB5220 - Manual (Page 20)

COMPONENTS
A. Soleplate
B. Maximum water level indicator
C. Filling aperture with cover
D. Spray nozzle
E. Spray button
F. Steam jet button
G. Steam selector/Self-cleaning
H. Power indicator light
I. Mains cable
J. Safety auto-off light
K. Temperature selector
L. Water tank
M. Cable wrap facility
N. Rubber-napped heel
IRONING CHART
Fabric Temperature setting Ironing recommendation
Acrylic Dry iron on wrong side.
Acetate Dry iron on wrong side while still damp or use spray to dampen.
Nylon & Polyester Iron on wrong side while still damp or use spray to dampen.
Rayon Iron on wrong side of fabric.
Viscose Mainly dry iron. Steam can be used under manufacturer’s instructions.
Silk Iron on wrong side. Use an ironing cloth to prevent shine marks.
Cotton blends
Check label and follow manufacturer’s instructions. Use setting fo the
fibre requiring lowest setting.
Wool & wool blends Steam iron on wrong side or use ironing cloth.
Cotton
Dry iron while still damp or use spray to dampen. Use steam medium
to high.
Corduroy Steam iron on wrong side or use ironing cloth.
Linen to “max”
Iron on wrong side or use ironing cloth to prevent shine marks,
especially with dark colours. Dry iron while still damp or use spray to
dampen. Use steam medium to high.
Denim to “max” Use maximum steam.
Varied ironing speed and fabric dampness might cause optimal setting to differ from that recommended in the table!
GETTING STARTED
1. Before first use. Remove all adhesive remains and
gently rub with a dampened cloth. Rinse water tank
to remove foreign particles. When turned on for the
first time, temporary vapours/odours may occur.
2. Filling steam iron with water.
Make sure plug is removed from power outlet.
Turn steam selector to Dry setting and open filling
aperture cover. Using beaker provided, pour water up
to maximum level. Close cover.
This product is appropriate for use with tap water. It is
recommended to use destilled water or a mix of 50%
destilled, 50% tap water.
3. Plug power cable into a power outlet. Power
indicator light turns on. Set temperature by turning
temperature selector to adequate choice. When the
light turns off, iron is ready to be used.
4. Using the spray mist and steam jet function.
Ensure that water tank is at least 1/4 full. Use spray
mist to pre-dampen fabrics by pressing spray button
several times to release a fine mist (A). To use the
steam jet function, ensure that tank is at least 1/2 full.
Press steam jet button several times to prime pump
(B).
5. Steaming hanging items. Vertical steam jet function
is ideal for steaming curtains, suits and delicate
fabrics. Hang item on a hanger, hold iron at a distance
of 10–20 cm and press steam jet button.
6. 3-way Auto-OFF. If iron is left unattended on
soleplate or on the side, it turns off after 30 seconds.
If left unattended on the heel, it turns off after 8
minutes. To turn on, just begin to iron again.
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