Groupe SEB USA - T-FAL Virtuose User's Manual
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1. not use pure demineralised water water from clothes dryers scented or softened water water from refrigerators batteries or air conditioners pure distilled water or rainwater These contain organic waste or mineral elements that become concentrated when heated and cause spitting brown staining or premature wear to your iron Never use additives perfumed water starch perfumed oils 0 Important When the appliance is used for the first time a harmless odour and smoke may be given off This has no effect on the use of the appliance and will disappear quickly Before using your iron with the steam function for the first time we recommend that you operate it in a horizontal position for a few moments away from your linen i e press several times on the Burst of Steam button SETTING THE TEMPERATURE AND THE STEAM LEVEL 1 Place the thermostat control _Linen H to match the type of fabric Cotton to be ironed ool The light comes on I Wait Sik Mscose the light to go off and come on Synthetics __ sait Acetate Acrylic again before you start ironing Polyamide Polyester Our advice Start with the fabrics to be ironed on a low temperature and finish with those which respond best to higher temperatures or MAX If you iron a fabric made of a blend of fibres set the temperature for the most delicate fibre To improve ironing efficiency this iron produces steam on the syntheti2. Virtuose Instructions for use YOUR STEAM IRON L Auto stop safety warning light depending on the model A Burst of steam button 032409 37 03 K Jeans trigger depending on the model TTT B Spray button C Water tank filler cover BS I Thermostat light H Thermostat control G Dry X Steam i control E Anti calc valve Maximum tank filling point and lock Your iron is equipped with an integrated system that protects against the effects of lime scale 0 Important depending on the model Take off the soleplate protection before heating the iron Read these instructions carefully and make sure you keep them HELPLINE FOR ANY PROBLEMS OR QUERIES PLEASE TELEPHONE 0845 602 1454 UK calls charged at local rate or 01 47 51947 Ireland STEAM IRONING Filling the tank 1 Place the steam control G on 2 Open the cover of the water tank filler hole C place the iron on a table not when iron is hot as shown in the diagram and then fill it 0 Important You should not fill the tank beyond the MAX level iron standing vertically on the heel The water to use in your iron Your iron has been designed to operate using tap water However if your water is very hard mix it 50 tap water with 50 distilled water Types of water to be avoided Do not add anything to the contents of the water tank and do
3. allic support a on This appliance is designed for domestic use only In the case of professional use inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee does not apply SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 12 S Important Your electrical installation must correspond to that of your iron 220 240V Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the iron and this will invalidate the guarantee e This iron must be plugged into an earthed socket If you are using an extension lead ensure that it is bipolar 10A or 13A for UK only with an earth e If the cord is damaged it must be replaced immediately by an Approved Service Centre as this is dangerous e Never immerse the iron in water The appliance must be unplugged before filling or emptying the tank If the iron is dropped have it checked by a professional before reuse invisible damage may be dangerous Your appliance gives off steam which can cause burns The soleplate of the iron may be very hot never touch it always leave it to cool before you put it away never leave your iron unattended when plugged in or when the soleplate is still hot keep your iron away from children Never take your iron apart call the Helpline or consult your Approved Service Centre see separate leaflet WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FoR U K ONLY a Warn
4. cs position thanks to a new sole plate design which allows you to iron delicate fabrics with steam on a low setting 2 Place the Steam Control G on The production of steam automatically adjusts 4 SSS to the temperature selected F uf ii Important p e Your iron will only produce steam when the thermostat a ee control is in the steam zone When first switchingon eq cf the iron wait for 5 minutes after the iron is switched on for steam to be produced e If you lower the thermostat wait until the light goes out and comes on again before ironing AUTO STOP SAFETY FEATURE W 3 depending on the model The electronic system cuts the power off and the auto stop warning light L flashes if the iron is left vertically on its heel for more than 8 minutes or for more than 30 seconds if left horizontal To restart the iron shake it gently until the warning light stops flashing NB When the auto stop safety switch operates the thermostat light will remain off ANTI DRIP FUNCTION W 4 Prevents drips whilst ironing VERTICAL STEAM 1 Hang the garment up and hold the fabric taut p 2 Place the thermostat control H on MAX FOF press repeatedly on the Burst of Steam i i button and move the iron from top to if bottom 6 Important ihe Hold the iron a few centimetres from the garment to avoid burning delicate fabrics REMOVING THE STUBBORN CREASES Pre
5. ing this appliance must be earthed Important the wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with Brows the following codes or green Green and yellow earth s ue or Brown live black Blue neutral e Connect the green yellow wire to the terminal in the plug marked E or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow e Connect the brown wire to the terminal in the plug marked L or coloured red e Connect the blue wire to the terminal in the plug marked N or coloured black A 13 amp fuse should be fitted when the appliance is connected to a BS 1363A plug Seek professional advice if unsure of the correct procedure for the above Important If the electrical cord of this appliance is damaged or shows signs of wear it must only be replaced by an authorised Tefal Service Centre see section After Sales Service see separate leaflet TROUBLESHOOTING 13 Problems and possible causes Solutions The iron does not heat up The auto stop safety switch has operated Restart the iron by lightly shaking it Thermostat control not correctly positioned Set thermostat control to required fabric to be ironed Your iron produces little or no steam Your iron is new On first use wait 5 minutes until steam is produced The steam control is on Put the Steam control on 7 Your iron is clogged with scale or has been e Clean the anti calc valve and follow the steps u
6. nsed Clean the soleplate Spray starch on the other or you are using starch side of the fabric to the side being ironed The soleplate is scratched or damaged You have placed your iron horizontally on a Always place your iron on its heel metal support You have ironed over a zip e Try to avoid ironing over zips which may have rough edges Consult an Approved Service dealer If you have any other problems or queries with your product please consult your Approved Service Centre see separate leaflet or call the Helpline see front page
7. sed dry for too long for selfcleaning the iron Water is dripping from the holes in the soleplate You are using the Burst of Steam button or the e Wait a minute between each use Jeans trigger depending on the model too much You are using the Jeans trigger depending Set the thermostat to or Max before using the on the model on wool silk or synthetics Jeans trigger depending on the mogel Do not use the Jeans trigger on wool silk or synthetics The thermostat is not functioning correctly Take the iron to an approved service centre s iron i After switching on wait until the thermostat Steam used before the tron isnot enough indicator light goes out before using the steam Brownish water is dripping from the soleplate and is staining the laundry You are using chemical de scaling products or Operate the self clean function and follow our additives in the water recommendations on The water to use see section 1 Fabric fibres have accumulated in the Clean the soleplate with a non metal washing up soleplate holes or between the iron body and pad Vacuum the soleplate holes from time to the soleplate and are singeing time Operate the self clean function The soleplate is dirty or brown and is soiling the laundry You are using a temperature that is too high Clean the soleplate See the paragraph Setting the temperature e Your laundry has not been sufficiently ri
8. ss repeatedly on the Spray button to dampen the fabric or Use the Burst of Steam button pressing two or three times in quick succession to obtain a more powerful burst of steam 6 Important Never use the Burst of Steam button on silk and synthetics TO IRON LINEN OR COTTON WITH A HIGH FLOW OF STEAM 1 Set the thermostat control to Linen or Cotton 2 Press the Jeans K depending on the model trigger while ironing This increases the flow of steam 3 Do not press the trigger depending on the model for more than 30 seconds Wait a minute before using it again IRONING WITHOUT STEAM 8 Place the Steam control G on DRY You can start ironing when the indicator light I comes on for the second time CARING FOR YOUR IRON Self cleaning twice a month Fill the tank to the MAX mark see our recommendations on the type of water to use 2 Put the thermostat control H on MAX and the steam control G on 4 and switch on 3 Place the iron on its heel and wait around 5 minutes gt Unplug the iron and place over the sink horizontally Push the lock E backwards to free the anti calc valve then remove it completely ra rj F 5 Shake the iron gently until most water and any i sath impurities has drained from the soleplate n et se y N B Once you have done this it is normal for a little jg hee water to remain in the water tank because
9. the irons anti drip system may prevent the tank being completely emptied This will not effect its ironing performance 6 Replace the anti calc valve E 6 Note Your iron will only operate when the anti calc valve is in place 7 When the soleplate is just warm wipe the iron with a soft cloth 8 To keep the anti calc valve working once a month leave it to soak in white vinegar or pure lemon juice for around 2 hours Rinse the stem with water before inserting back in the iron CLEANING THE SOLEPLATE H 10 0 Important Unplug your iron and let it cool down before cleaning When the soleplate is cool clean with a soft damp cloth or non metallic washing up pad Do not use detergent or descaling products Never put the iron under the tap We recommend that when using starch it should be sprayed onto the reverse side of the fabric and the soleplate cleaned more frequently Try to avoid ironing over zips which may have rough edges PUTTING YOUR IRON AWAY W 11 a I a 1 Set the steam control G on Ar RA 2 Unplug the iron petit 3 Empty the tank over the sink l 4 Wind the cord loosely around the heel and fix A Y the clip J onto the cord i 5 Store the iron upright on its heel Never place it A on a metallic support Sai lA Bs 6 Note a Ah Wait until the iron has cooled down before storing it t2 ee Never place it on a met
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