Operating instructions Rotary ironer B 890 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions carefully before installing and using it for the first time. G M.-Nr.
Contents Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Warning and safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Transit fitting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Moving the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the appliance Temperature selector Emergency release Finger guard plate Heater plate Roller Feed board Bar for hanging ironed laundry Ironing table Release catch Mains connection cable Foot pedal switch Control panel Indicator light "oC Temperature" Roller speed selector "I On - 0 Off" button for switching the ironer on and off 3
Warning and safety instructions To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions carefully before installing and using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, use and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place for reference, and pass them on to any future user.
Warning and safety instructions Do not damage, remove or bypass the safety components or control elements on the appliance. Only operate the rotary ironer when all removable outer casings are fitted so that it is not possible to touch any electrical component or moving part. This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
Moving the appliance Moving the appliance The rotary ironer is fitted with four rollers. ^ Hold the ironing table and pull up on the release catch situated on the right hand side at the back underneath it. ^ Hold the ironer by the ironing table and push or pull to move it. To overcome obstacles such as carpet edges and doorways but also to steer: ^ Tilt the appliance slightly. The rotary ironer can be moved either when assembled or folded up.
Before using for the first time Dust cover The dust cover which protects the roller during transit has to be removed. Connection cable The mains connection cable is wound round a hook underneath the ironing table. ^ Unwind the cable. Do not insert the plug into the electrical socket yet. N.B. The plug shown is for illustration only. ^ First remove the feed board by lifting it out of the right hand holder, then pull it out to the left of the roller. Then plug the appliance in and switch it on.
Before ironing Preparation of the working area Preparing the laundry Correct preparation of the laundry is essential for successful ironing. Before ironing, the laundry should be: – damped down – pulled into shape and smoothed out – sorted Damping down A height-adjustable chair is useful and also a flat surface, e.g. a table, to lay the ironed laundry on. Make sure the ironer is level and secure and that it cannot roll sideways.
Before ironing Pulling into shape and smoothing out Pull the dampened laundry into shape as usual. Smooth out ribbons, straps, seams and hems. Large items such as table cloths, bed linen etc should be folded lengthways into a number of pleats so that they can be ironed as easily as possible. Sorting Sort the laundry according to how much heat is required for ironing. This way you can start by ironing at a lower temperature and then gradually increase the temperature according to the fabric being ironed.
Ironing Material Dot symbol Temperature range Polyester / artificial silk ß cool iron (low temperature) Silk / Wool ßß medium hot iron (medium temperature) ßßß hot iron (high temperature) Cotton / Linen Switching on and off The rotary ironer is switched on and off with the "I On / 0 Off" button. To switch on ^ Press the button in – the indicator light in the button comes on. To switch off ^ Press and release the button – the indicator light in the button goes out.
Ironing Selecting the roller speed Ironing There are 5 roller speed settings, from low (approx. 2 metres per minute) to high (approx. 4.5 metres per minute). The ironing process is controlled by the foot pedal which has three operating positions: A lower roller speed makes it easier to iron complicated articles such as shirts and blouses. It is also best to select a lower roller speed when ironing folded items, which may require more than one pass through the ironer to get them smooth and dry.
Ironing Positioning the laundry ^ Arrange the items of laundry on the feed board so that they are straight and then smooth out. ^ Lift the feed board out of the right hand holder first of all and then pull it out to the left of the roller. Laundry bar ^ Then turn the roller by hand, always keeping your hands away from the heater plate, so that the edge of the article to be ironed can be held fast by the heater plate. Then: The ironed laundry can be hung over the swing out bar to avoid creasing.
Ironing For small items such as handkerchiefs, alternate between using the right and left hand sides of the roller. Items with raised buttons should be ironed face down on to the roller so that they are pressed into the cushioned surface. To protect the heater plate from damage a cloth should be placed over zip fasten-ers, metal and buttons and hooks when ironing. Power cut In the event of a power cut, pull up the emergency release lever.
Points on ironing The following notes are intended as helpful suggestions. You will probably find several alternative routines which suit your own method of working. Tea towels, hand towels, handkerchiefs and serviettes etc. Lay the item with the straight grain of the fabric to the feed board. This will prevent it going out of shape and it will be easier to fold. Pass handkerchiefs and serviettes diagonally through the ironer and, if necessary, fold them and then iron again.
Points on ironing Duvet covers Pillow cases ^ Lay the pillowcase on the feeder plate, position under the hot plate and iron in one procedure. If the open end has poppers or buttons only pass it through the ironer if they are heat resistant. Shirts ^ First do up the poppers/buttons. Start the first run by carefully feeding this end in first on left side of the roller, taking care not to damage any buttons. Note: Only pass this end through the ironer if the poppers or buttons are heat-resistant.
Points on ironing Cuffs and sleeves Shoulder yoke ^ First iron both sides of the cuff on the left edge of the roller. Fold double-cuffs with one button hole placed over the other one and press lightly. Shirts with a shoulder yoke: ^ Fold the back along the yoke seam. ^ Smooth out the sleeve and place it on the edge of the roller. ^ Iron the arm from the edge of the cuff to the underarm.
Points on ironing Back Front sides Iron the back in two sections, from the middle to the underarm seams. Lay the button hole front on the left hand end of the roller with the side seam along the edge of the roller. Iron from the bottom hem up to the underarm. ^ Pull the shirt over the roller as far as the yoke seam. Smooth it out. ^ Now move the shirt out and iron past the armhole to the collar. ^ Iron the button side inside out to protect the buttons.
Points on ironing Collar To press trousers The collar is ironed on both sides using the left hand end of the roller. ^ Lay the trouser legs separately on the roller. Let the waistband to crotch part hang down over the left hand edge of the roller. ^ Then turn down the collar and press lightly, holding taut. ^ Cover with a damp cloth. Then turn the roller by hand until the part of the trousers to be pressed is covered by the heater plate. ^ Press each leg from both sides starting from the crease.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the heater plate ^ Remove the feed board. Deposits such as from hard water, starch or spray starch can be removed from the heater plate using a suitable proprietary cleaner. Avoid spraying directly on to the heater plate. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents. ^ Make sure that the temperature selector is set at g (cold). Cleaning the casing Depending on how dirty it is, the casing can be wiped down with a dry or a damp cloth.
Maintenance and care ^ Completely unwind the cotton undercloth attached to the roller and let it hang down smoothly. ^ Take hold of the cloth by each side edge, pull taut and keeping taut lay over the heater plate. ^ Insert the raw edge of new ironing cloth into the retaining slot with the wrong side down. Keep side ties hanging free and smooth out. ^ Turn the roller by hand in the direction you iron (see arrow) until the cover retaining slot is at the bottom.
Maintenance and care ^ Switch on the appliance. ^ Press the foot pedal and "iron" the cloth round. Do not let the cords get under the cloth as it turns. After the roller has gone through three or four revolutions and the end of the ironing cover is under the heater plate: ^ switch off the appliance while keeping the foot pedal pressed down. The ironing cover is held firmly in place by the heater plate which is still lowered.
Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. ,Repair work to electrical equipment should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
After sales service In the event of a fault, please contact: – your Miele dealer or – the nearest Miele Service Department, (see address on the back page). When contacting the Service Department, please quote the Model and Serial number of your appliance, both of which are shown on the data plate, located at the front underneath the ironing table.
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 220 – 240 V 50 Hz supply. The fuse rating is 13 amps. The fuse cover must be re-fitted when changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained.
Technical data Height 95.9 (folded up 105.2) cm Width 98.5 (folded up 50) cm Depth 38.0 cm Weight 38 kg max.
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