Kambrook SpeedSteam Iron KI450/KI480 Iron User Manual
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1. Carefully read all instructions before operating the Kambrook SpeedSteam ron for the first time and save for uture reference To protect against electric shock do not immerse the iron cord or plug in water or any other liquid Do not use the iron for anything other han its intended use Always turn the Variable Temperature Control to minimum switch off at he power outlet then unplug the appliance when not in use Allow the iron to cool completely before storing in an upright position on its heel Do not touch hot surfaces High emperatures are generated during use which could cause burns Always use the handle and warn others especially children of the possible dangers of burns from steam hot water or hot soleplate especially when ironing vertically Regularly inspect the supply cord plug and actual appliance for any damage If damage is found in any way or the iron has been 0_IB_D12 indd 4 dropped immediately cease use of the appliance and return the entire appliance to your nearest authorised Kambrook Service Centre for examination replacement or repair Store the unit out of reach of children Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface When placing the iron on its heel ensure that the surface on which the heel is placed he iron is not damage or if i soleplate whe seep through o ensure the 002. Before cleaning always turn the appliance to the OFF position switch off at the power outlet unplug at the power outlet and remove the power cord if detachable from the appliance and allow all parts to cool Do not place this appliance on or near a heat source such as hot plate oven or heaters Position the appliance at a minimum distance of 20cm away from walls curtains and other heat or steam sensitive materials and provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation 5 12 12 10 28 Your Kambrook SpeedSteam Iron ki480 shown 1 Shot of steam button For an extra burst of steam on thick fabric or tough creases 2 Steam control Allows you to select how much or how little steam you require 3 Water tank inlet Large inlet for easy filling of water tank 4 Fine mist spray nozzle 5 Fine mist spray To dampen fabric especially for dry ironing at low temperatures when steam isn t available also assists in removing stubborn creases 6 Temperature control Selection of fabric temperatures from MIN synthetic to MAX linen Self clean function 260ml easy to fill water tank 2000W Non stick soleplate For easy gliding over all fabric types ooN o SPEEDSTEAM 0_IB_D12 indd 6 1 12 13 Long textile cord with 360 cord outlet for better reach and more flexibility 2 5 metre Power Indicator light Illuminates when the iron is plugged into a power outlet and switche
3. be leakage from the soleplate This is due to the iron temperature not being high enough to vaporise the water and create steam Therefore ensure that the steam control is always setto correspond with the setting on the temperature control as seen in Table A see section Setting the Temperature 5 12 12 10 28 How To Use Shot Of Steam he shot of steam provides an extra burst of steam which is ideal for the removal of stubborn creases and wrinkles during STEAM or DRY ironing urn the Temperature Control to the hottest setting Ensure the Steam Control corresponds to the setting on the emperature Control Lift the iron slightly above the surface of he fabric press the Shot of Steam button down firmly and release it during ironing An intense burst of steam penetrates deep into the fabric NOTE For optimal steam quality wait an interval of at least 4 seconds between presses of the Shot of Steam button Vertical Steam Shot The Vertical Steam Shot allows you to use the iron for vertical applications This is especially useful for getting wrinkles out of hanging garments curtains wall hangings etc Hold the iron vertically in front a slight distance from the item to be steamed and press the Shot of Steam button CAUTION Never use the vertical steam shot while clothes are on the body or direct the steam towards people A 0_IB_D12 indd 9 Dry Ironing Turn the steam selector to t
4. The appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with he appliance t is recommended to regularly inspect he appliance To avoid a hazard do not use the appliance if power cord power plug or appliance becomes damaged in any way Return the entire appliance to the nearest authorized Ronson service centre for examination and or repair Any maintenance other than cleaning should be performed at an authorised Ronson Service Centre This appliance is for household use only Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use Do not use in moving vehicles or boats Do not use outdoors Misuse may cause injury The installation of a residual current device safety switch is recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances It is advisable that a safety switch with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA be installed in the electrical circuit supplying the appliance See your electrician for professional advice Always turn the appliance to the OFF position switch off at the power outlet and unplug at the power outlet when the appliance is not in use
5. KAMBROOK THE SMARTER CHOICE SpeedSteam Iron Instruction Booklet KI450 K1480 5 12 12 10 28 0_IB_D12 indd 1 Important Please retain your instruction book for future use In the event that you need some assistance with your Kambrook appliance please contact our Customer Service Department on 1300 139 798 Australia or 0800 273845 New Zealana Alternatively visit us on our website at www kambrook com au or www kambrook co nz As part of our commitment to the environment and as members of the Australian Packaging Covenant we have reduced the size of our instruction manuals on this product If you are finding it difficult to read this manual you can download a PDF version from our website www kambrook com au 0_IB_D12 indd 2 5 12 12 10 28 0_IB_D12 indd 3 Contents Kambrook Recommends Safety First Your Kambrook SpeedSteam Iron Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning p4 p p7 pll 5 12 12 10 28 Kambrook Recommends Safety Firs IMPORTANT Please retain your instruction book for future use At Kambrook we believe that safe performance is the first priority in any consumer product so that you our valued customer can confidently use and trust our products We ask that any electrical appliance that you use be operated in a sensible fashion with due care and attention placed on the following important operating instructions Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook SpeedSteam Iron
6. d from the power outlet To remove residue which may have built up from certain fabric finishes clean the soleplate with a rough cloth that has been soaked in a vinegar and water solution Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth To clean the steam holes simply use a damp cloth to wipe away build up of lint or starch from inside the steam holes Wipe the outer housing with a soft damp clean cloth and polish with a dry cloth NOTE Never use abrasives or scouring pads to clean the soleplate Avoid hard contact with metal objects Do not scratch or damage the surface of the soleplate Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners as they may damage the surface of the iron Never immerse the iron in water or any other liquid 11 5 12 12 10 28 Kambrook Australia Building 2 Port Air Industrial Estate TA Hale Street Botany NSW 2019 Australia Customer Service Line 1300 139 798 Customer Service Fax 1800 621 337 www kambrook com au KAMBROOK THE SMARTER CHOICE Kambrook New Zealand Private Bag 94411 Botany Manukau Auckland 2163 New Zealand Customer Service Line Spare Parts 0800 273 845 Customer Service Fax 0800 288 513 www kambrook co nz Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise the product you purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book 0_IB_D12 indd 1 Issue D12 5 12 12 10 28
7. d on Auto Off light KI480 only Will blink to indicate that the iron has automatically shut off when left unattended Not Shown 10 Vertical shot of steam Removes creases and freshens hanging curtains and clothes Ideal for delicate fabrics which require steam only Anti drip system Stops water from dripping Continuous steam Removal of creases throughout ironing time Accessory Water cup for filling the iron m WOL oz amp OS 5 12 12 10 28 Operating Instructions Before First Use Remove any promotional material or packaging from the iron Remove any sticker or protective cover from the soleplate When operating the iron for the first time iron on an old piece of fabric to ensure that the soleplate and water tank are completely clean When the iron is used for the first time some vapour may emit After a short while however this will cease The vapour is due to the initial heating of the materials used in the iron It is safe and will not harm the performance of the iron NOTE XA Label Code see garment instruction synthetic modacry polypropylene polyurethane acetate triacetate matalized cupro plyamide nylon polyester modal viscose rayon 0_IB_D12 indd 7 Temperature Control P advised position NOTE As an important part of our quality control process your iron has been individually tested As a result you may notice a small amount of condensation or wa
8. eaned using the Self Clean function to remove scale or impurities Set the steam selector to the MIN position Fill the water tank up to the maximum level MAX with the water cup supplied Set the Temperature Control to MAX linen setting Place the iron in the upright position insert the plug into the power outlet and switch the iron on The Power Indicator light will illuminate Allow the iron to heat and let stand sitting upright for up to five minutes Switch the iron off at the power outlet and remove the plug Hold the iron horizontally over the sink e Press and hold the SELF CLEAN button Water will drip through the holes in the soleplate Move iron until all water has dripped out of the water tank NOTE Once you have used the Self Clean function it is norma for some water to remain in the water tank This is due to the Anti Drip System preventing the tank from being emptied completely This will not affect the performance of the iron Repeat the Self Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities 11 CAUTION Only push and hold the Self Clean button when you want to activate the self cleaning function Do not push and hold whilst ironing Boiling water and steam will drip from the holes in the soleplate during the cleaning process Due caution and attention should be exercised Cleaning the Soleplate and Exterior Ensure that the iron is disconnecte
9. en when there are children in the home vicinity of the iron Steam Ironing When filling the iron with water ensure that the iron is unplugged Set the Steam Control to the MIN position and holding the iron at an angle use the water cup supplied to fill the water tank Never exceed the maximum water level as indicated MAX on the side of the water tank Tap water can be used in your Kambrook SpeedSteam Iron unless it is particularly hard in which case it is recommended that distilled or demineralised water be used 8 0_IB_D12 indd 8 To Operate the Steam Control As per the indications on the Temperature Control and in Table A see section Setting the Temperature steam ironing is only possible at higher ironing temperatures indicated with Cotton Linen on the Temperature Control Plug the power into a 230V or 240V power outlet and switch the power on The Power Indicator light will illuminate while the iron is plugged into an outlet and switched on NOTE for KI480 only the Power Indicator light will remain on even if Auto Off has been activated Set the Temperature Control to the required position within the steam range Set the Steam Control on top of the handle to the required setting Your Kambrook iron is now ready for use IMPORTANT If the iron is set to a low temperature on the Temperature Control i e synthetic or silk and also on any ofthe steam control settings there may
10. has reached the temperature required to create steam Safety Auto Off KI480 Only The Safety Auto Off feature is designed to switch the iron off if forgotten When the iron is left in the upright position it will shut off in approximately 8 minutes followed by six beeps When left in the ironing position it will switch off in approximately 30 seconas followed by six beeps 10 0_IB_D12 indd 10 Once the iron has shut itself off the Auto Off light will blink to indicate that the iron has switched off To reactivate the iron simply move the iron The Auto Off light will stop blinking and remain illuminated After Each Use Set the steam selector to the MIN position and turn the Temperature Control to MIN Switch the power off at the power outlet and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet Open the Water Tank Inlet and over a sink or bucket invert the iron to empty the remaining water from the tank Stand the iron in an upright position and allow to cool CAUTION Safety auto off is designed as a safety feature only Irons should not be left switched on deliberately while unattended If safety auto off has activated and no further ironing is required we recommend that the iron is switched off atthe power outlet and unplugged 5 12 12 10 28 0_1B_D12 indd Care and Cleaning To ensure your iron maintains optimum performance it is recommended that it be cl
11. he MIN position This minimises the steam flow should there be any water in the tank Select the required setting on the Temperature Control for the fabric being ironed For best results let the iron sit in an upright position for a couple of minutes in order for the iron to reach the desired temperature Using the Fine Mist Spray The Fine Mist Spray can be used to dampen difficult fabrics dry areas woollen items and accidental creases Firmly press the spray button located on the handle of the iron to produce a fine spray of water ahead of the iron The spray can also be used with delicate fabrics synthetic which are ironed at low temperatures and therefore cannot be steam ironed NOTE If the spray function is operated during dry ironing ensure that there is sufficient water in the water tank If dry ironing for more than 20 minutes the water tank should be emptied to prevent over heating any water present 5 12 12 10 28 Operating Instructions continued Anti Drip System The Kambrook SpeedSteam Iron is equipped with an Anti Drip System The iron will automatically close the steam valve when the soleplate temperature is too low to produce steam When this happens you will hear a click sound It is safe and will not harm the performance of the iron This is the reason the Fine Mist Spray should be used when ironing delicate fabrics at low temperatures The steam valve will open once the soleplate
12. high is stable o be used if it has been dropped if there are visible signs of is leaking Do not allow the iron to lay flat on the n stored as water may he steam holes if the ank is not empty Always test the iron on a small discreet part of the fabric to be ironed emperature is not set Always store the iron in the upright position on its heel Do not leave the iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board 5 12 12 10 28 Do not use outdoors or in bathrooms Do not store the iron with water in the water tank Always empty the tank after use Ensure the iron is cool before storing or wrapping the cord around the storage heel facility Always switch off at the power outlet then unplug the appliance from the outlet Before filling with water or emptying it Before leaving it unattended Before cleaning and maintenance unless otherwise specified in this booklet Immediately after use Important Safeguards For All Electrical Appliances 0_IB_D12 indd 5 Fully unwind the power cord before use Connect only to a 230V or 240V power outlet Do not let the power cord hang over he edge of a bench or table touch hot surfaces or become knotted To protect against electric shock do not immerse the power cord power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid or allow moisture to come in contact with he part unless it is recommended in he cleaning instructions
13. ter droplets on the inside of the water tank There is no need for concern Setting the Temperature Before commencing ironing first sort the items to be ironed according to the International Textile Care Labelling Code or by the type of fabric Iron fabrics that require the lowest temperatures first Work through to the fabrics requiring higher temperatures Both the Temperature Control and most items of laundry have markings corresponding with this code see Table A on label means This article cannot be ironed e g chlorofibre acrylic elastodiene Kind of Textile Variable Steam Control MIN STEAM MAX STEAM 5 12 12 10 28 Operating Instructions continued Stand the iron on its heel and turn the Temperature Control to MIN Plug the power cord into a 230V or 240V power outlet and switch on The Power Indicator light will illuminate while the iron is plugged into an outlet and switched on NOTE for KI480 only the Power Indicator light will remain on even if Auto Off has been activated Select the temperature setting required by rotating the Temperature Control dial so that the desired setting is aligned with the Temperature Indicator Your Kambrook iron is now ready for use CAUTION The iron incorporates a thermal safety fuse to protect the iron from over heating However the iron should not be left unattended while itis connected to the power outlet Special care should always be tak
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