600 Watt Professional Steam Iron FOR THE WAY YOU LIVE Model EP480 USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations! You are the owner of the EURO-PRO 1600 Watt Professional Steam Iron. To fully enjoy the advantages of your appliance, please take a few minutes to read all the “Use & Care Instructions” and keep the instructions handy for easy reference. Please review the product warranty and mail the owner registration form. U.S.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the iron. 2. Use iron only for its intended use. 3. To protect against a risk of electrical shock, do not immerse in water or other liquids. 4. The iron thermostat should always be turned to its lowest position before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect. 5.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit. 2. If an extension is absolutely necessary, a 15-ampere rated cord with a polarized plug should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled on or tripped over. POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
EURO-PRO PROFESSIONAL STEAM IRON 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Power Supply Cord Auto Shut-Off Light Thermostat Light Variable Steam Control Burst of Steam Button Spray Button Water Filling Inlet Cover 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
IMPORTANT Resetting After Auto Shut-Off The auto shut-off safety function of your EURO-PRO EP480 Iron is designed to engage after approximately 8 minutes of non use. The blue indicator light will flash when the auto shut-off has activated. To reset your iron and continue ironing follow these steps. 1) 2) Lift iron from stand. Holding the iron horizontally in front of you, gently rock the iron back and forth several times. This motion will reset the safety switch inside the iron. Do not shake the iron.
BEFORE FIRST USE • • • Remove any labels, stickers or tags which may be attached to the body or soleplate of the iron before using the iron. Read all instructions for use carefully. Always follow the Important Safeguards. IMPORTANT The first time an iron is used, some odor and small white particles may come out of the steam vents. This is perfectly normal and will cease to occur after the iron has been in use for a short while.
CHOOSING THE IRONING TEMPERATURE Set the temperature dial according to the type of fabric . • Synthetics (low temperature) • • Silk, Wool (medium temperature) • • • Cotton, Linen (high temperature) Temperature Control Dial Please note: Variable Steam Control Before starting to iron delicate fabrics, it is best to first test the temperature of the iron on a hem or an inside seam. CONNECTING THE IRON TO THE POWER SUPPLY • • • • • Make sure that the variable steam control dial is set at ‘0’.
FILLING WITH WATER • Ensure the unit is unplugged from the main supply before filling. • Set the variable steam control (4) to position "MIN" (ie. No steam) • slide the water filling inlet cover (7) down and use the measuring beaker (12) to pour the water in through the filling aperture (see picture). • Do not overfill. Note: Regular tap water can be used up to 12 grains water hardness but if your water exceeds this we suggest using 1/3 tap water and 2/3 distilled water.
IRONING WITH STEAM • • • • • • Make sure iron is unplugged from power source. Set the variable steam control to ‘0’. Fill the iron with water following the instructions for filling. Plug the cord into a 120 Volt AC electrical outlet. Set the temperature control dial within the steam area i.e. ‘•••’. Make sure that the iron has reached the selected temperature with the variable steam control set at ‘0’.
WATER SPRAY • • • • • Use the spray button to add moisture to stubborn wrinkles. First make sure that there is water in the tank. Press the spray button (6) slowly to get a jet spray. Press the spray button strongly and quickly to get a mist. Please note: If spray does not come out when you press the spray button, cover the spray opening with your finger and press a few times. TO EMPTY THE IRON • • • • • • • Always empty iron after each usage.
TO ADD WATER • Unplug iron from the electrical outlet. • Follow instructions to empty the iron. • Then, follow the instructions for filling the iron. Following this procedure will ensure that you do not overfill the iron. SELF-CLEANING In order to remove calcium and built-up particles, the self-cleaning system should be run at least once a month. • Fill the watering beaker provided to the half-full mark and then pour into the water reservoir. • Set the variable steam control (4) to the no steam position.
CLEANING, STORAGE & MAINTENANCE • Always turn the variable steam control to ‘0’ after you have emptied the water tank. • Allow iron to cool down. • Always store the iron on the metal iron rest or in an upright position on it’s heel rest to protect the soleplate. • From time to time clean the exterior with a damp cloth and wipe dry. • If you use spray starch, wipe the soleplate occasionally with a soft damp cloth to prevent the forming of a deposit.
Iron Troubleshooting Problems Potential Reasons & Solutions Iron does not heat • Iron should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet Thermostat ready light goes On and Off • This is normal. The light goes On and Off as the Some odor or small particles come out of steam vents of new iron • This is normal. Follow instructions for first use and allow Iron does not steam • Water tank may be empty or water level is very low. Add water.
Iron Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Potential Reasons & Solutions Water droplets coming from steam vents • Iron may not be hot enough. Set thermostat to the ‘max’ position. Always allow iron sufficient time to heat up (thermostat light goes off) before activating the variable steam control. • Auto-Off may be activated. Move iron or gently shake. • Overuse of steam burst. Allow more time between each burst. • Iron may have been overfilled.
IMPORTANT SERVICE INFORMATION In the event that your iron fails to operate properly or if your iron needs servicing DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE First check the troubleshooting guide on the back of this page and make sure that you have followed all the instructions in the operating manual. If your iron still does not operate properly, send your iron, together with $9.50 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling, and a copy of your sales receipt to: U.S.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions. If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to: U.S.
