Smartek USA ST-1200 iron
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1. or CAUTION These words mean 2 You can be seriously injured if you don t follow instructions WARNING You can be exposed to a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION The safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is how to reduce the chance of injury and what can happen if the instructions are not followed Thank You for purchasing a Smartek Iron IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your iron is an appliance to be used only for ironing fabrics on an ironing board WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire or injury to persons when using your iron basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE IRON 1 Use the iron only for its intended purpose for ironing fabrics on board 2 To protect against burns or injury to persons do not iron or steam fabrics while being worn on the body 3 The iron should always be turned OFF before plugging or unplugging from outlet Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect 4 Do not allow cord to touch hot surface Allow the iron to cool completely before storing Retract cord into cord reel unit when storing 5 Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling or emptying water and when not in use 6 To avoid risk of electri2. 1 Set the Variable steam knob to the 0 position before filling the iron with water 2 Open the Water Fill Opening and fill the Tank up to the MAX Line on the tank 3 The water level can be observed through the transparent part of the tank when iron placed vertically When the water level becomes low refill the tank following the procedure described in steps 1 to 3 above 4 Pour out the remaining water after use NOTE Most tap water can be used in this iron Do not use water additives or substitute water such as linen or scented water in the steam iron they can stain fabrics or damage the iron Do not fill the water more than the MAX position HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON Fill the iron as described in HOW TO FILL WITH WATER 1 Position the iron vertically and turn the Temperature Control Dial to the steam position 2 Plug the AC Cord into the electrical outlet 3 Set the Temperature Control Dial to the steam position Steam Ironing is only possible when at higher temperature settings indicated with MAX mark otherwise the water will leak from the soleplate 4 Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out The light will turn off when the indicated setting reaches the correct temperature 5 Turn the Variable Steam Control Knob to the required setting for different types of fabric Now steam ironing can begin 7 HOW TO USE THE SPRAY Before using the spray feature check the
3. fabric label for ironing instructions because some fabrics may be spotted or stained with moisture The spray feature is particularly helpful for removing stubborn wrinkles and where extra dampening is needed The spray may be used with steam or dry ironing Simply pump the Spray Mist Button when spray is desired HOW TO USE AS A DRY IRON 1 Position the iron vertically 2 Plug in the iron 3 Set the Temperature Control Dial to MIN position Refer to the Fabric Ironing Chart in this manual on page 10 4 Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out Now dry ironing can begin HOW TO USE THE BURST OF STEAM The burst of steam feature provides additional steam for removing stubborn wrinkles It may be used with steam or dry ironing 1 Press the Power Steam button to release the surge of steam Pressing the button several times may be necessary to prime the surge system Wait a few seconds for the steam to penetrate the fabric before pressing the button again for more steam NOTE For optimum steam quality do not apply more than three successive shots after the indicator light goes off 8 AFTER EACH USE 1 Turn the iron off and unplug 2 Empty the iron immediately after using Do not store the iron with water in it 3 Wait until the iron has cooled before storing it and always set it on the Heel Rest to protect the soleplate from scratches corrosion or stains 4 After letting iron cool completely store th
4. from the holes in the soleplate 9 Move the iron forwards and backwards while this happens go on letting steam and water escape until the water tank is virtually empty 10 Turn the variable steam knob to 0 position 11 Plug in the iron 12 Set the temperature dial to the MAX position let the iron heat up again the remainder of the water inside the steam chamber will now vaporize and leave the iron through the soleplate During this process of dry steaming it is advised to use it over an old piece of cloth 10 FABRIC IRONING CHART 1 Check fabric for specific ironing instructions always follow manufacturer s instructions 2 Iron blended fabrics at setting for lower temperature fiber or for the highest percentage fibers 3 Use caution some synthetics may melt at high temperature Temperature Selector Setting Fabric Ironing Recommendations LOW Nylon Acrylic Suede Metallic Perm Press Rayon s Polyester Dry iron on wrong side or use a press cloth on top of fabric Don t sprinkle water directly on fabric to avoid spots To iron suede cover ironing board with brown paper and use it as a press cloth MEDIUM Silk Wool Velvet Steam ironing is suggested Never iron completely dry To iron velvet steam iron holding the iron slightly above the fabric HIGH Cotton Linen Steam Ironing is suggested Sprinkle water on the fabric d
5. c shock do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or damaged Do not disassemble the iron Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used For repair take it to a qualified serviceman 7 Close supervision is necessary for this appliance being used by or near children Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board 8 Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts hot water or steam Hot water may leak from the iron Use caution when filling or turning the steam iron upside down 9 To protect against burns or injury to persons do not direct steam toward the body when ironing 10 The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface When placing the iron on its stand ensure that the surface on which the stand is placed is stable 4 WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire 1 Do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit to avoid a circuit overload 2 If any extension cord is absolutely necessary use a cord rated a minimum of 10 amperes CAUTION Cord rated for less amperage may overheat and should not be used Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it can not be accidentally pulled or tripped To reduce risk of personal injury and damage to your iron 1 Never use steam iron cleaning products in the iron as they may damage working parts of the iron 2 Do not
6. e iron vertically in a safe place Please see Important Safety Instructions OUTSIDE SURFACE OF THE IRON After unplugging and cooling the iron simply wipe off with a damp cloth and if necessary use a mild detergent NEVER USE ANY HARSH CLEANERS SOLEPLATE Starch and other residue may be easily removed from the Soleplate with a damp cloth To avoid scratching the finishing never use a metallic pad to clean the Soleplate and never place the iron on a rough surface If synthetics are ironed at too high temperature not only is the fabric usually ruined but the iron Soleplate is often covered with the melted remains of the synthetic fabric The best way to remove synthetic residue from the Soleplate is to heat the iron and to iron over an old cotton rag 9 CAUTION Never Use steam iron cleaners in the iron since they may damage the working parts of the iron MAINTENANCE SELF CLEANING IMPORTANT Your iron will give the best ironing results and last longest if you apply the Self Cleaning once a month 1 Fill the water tank up to half with water 2 Position the iron on its rear heel 3 Select the temperature control dial to MAX 4 Plug in the iron 5 Allow the iron to heat up until the indicator light first goes out 6 Unplug the iron from the electrical outlet 7 Keep the iron horizontally over the sink 8 Set the variable steam knob at maximum position Boiling water and steam will now emit
7. epending on its thickness Iron dark fabrics on wrong side to avoid unwanted sheen 11 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY All Smartek Products have a warrantee for 1 year from provable date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship During this period such defects will be repaired or the product will be replaced without charge This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse negligence or improper installation Warranty is also invalid in any case that the product is taken apart or serviced by an unauthorized service station Send your package postage prepaid with a copy of your proof of purchase You will also need to enclose a letter explaining the nature of your difficulty in detail Please allow 2 4 weeks for return shipping Power Source 120V 60 Hz Power Consumption 10 A 1200W Net Weight 2 lb SPECIFICATIONS Distributed By Smartek USA Inc Brooklyn NY 11206 www smartekusa com 12
8. f 1 Operation Maintenance General Information Steam Iron Operating Instructions Model No ST 1200 Safety Information PRECAUTIONS 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 4 COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION 5 HELPFUL IRONING TIPS 6 HOW TO FILL 7 HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON 7 HOW TO USE AS A DRY IRON 8 HOW TO USE THE SPRAY FEATURE AND BURST OF STEAM 8 HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR IRON 9 10 FABRIC IRONING CHART 11 SPECIFICATIONS 12 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE IRON SAFE USE OF THE IRON Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided important safety messages in this manual Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others The safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING
9. use the water additives or substitute water such as linen or scented water in the steam iron They can stain fabrics 5 FEATURES Cord protector Temperature indicator Temperature control dial Spray button Power steam button Variable steam control Water filling inlet Spray Nozzle Transparent water tank Teflon coating plate COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION READ THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING YOUR SMARTEK IRON TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE IRON FEATURES HELPFUL IRONING TIPS The Temperature Selector Dial of the Smartek iron has dots The dots are symbols for 3 temperature ranges Low Temperature Medium Temperature High Temperature Some fabrics are labeled with these dots as a guide for selecting the proper ironing temperature setting As a guide to the Fabric Care Symbols the following symbols are printed for your information Fabric Care Symbols 6 EXAMPLE A symbol crossed out indicates that the article of clothing must not be subjected to the particular treatment DO NOT IRON Before ironing sort the garments according to the different heat settings required iron fabrics that require a lower temperature first Do not touch plastic buttons with a hot iron because they may melt Be careful around zippers and similar items to prevent the soleplate from scratching HOW TO FILL WITH WATER Make sure the iron is turned off and the AC Power Cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet
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