Steam 'n Press Instructions for Use REF.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your Rowenta Steam 'n Press basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using the appliance. 1. Use appliance only for its intended use. 2. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Do not use the appliance in a wet environment (on a wet floor, near a sink). 3.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. This is a 1000 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate a high wattage appliance on the same circuit. 2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over. 3. Your Rowenta appliance is intended for household use only. 4. IMPORTANT – Do not remove soleplate cover when appliance is hot.
B A J ■ A B C D E 4 I H G C FE Description: Thermostat control dial Burst of steam button Removable water tank Cord protector Highy polished aluminum soleplate F G H I J Soleplate cover lock Lint pad Fabric brush Ribbed finger grip Soleplate cover D
USING FOR THE FIRST TIME M M M Please read the instructions for use and the Important Safety Instructions carefully. It is normal for a small amount of smoke to be produced the first time the appliance is used. This will quickly disappear. M When the appliance is plugged in and thermostat control dial is moved from the minimum setting, the soleplate heats. Do not touch or remove the soleplate cover without letting the appliance cool down.
ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE SOLEPLATE COVER Attaching the soleplate cover The Steam 'n Press should be unplugged and completely cool when removing or attaching the soleplate cover. M M To attach the soleplate cover (J) to the Steam 'n Press, hold the soleplate cover by the ribbed finger grips (I) and slide the cover over the soleplate. M Turn the soleplate cover lock (F) half a turn (180°) to the left to lock the soleplate cover into position.
IRONING FUNCTION The soleplate of the Steam 'n Press will smooth out tough wrinkles from clothes and press in sharp creases and pleats. Starting up ! M Before plugging in, please remove cover. When the Steam 'n Press is plugged in the soleplate heats. Do not touch or remove the soleplate cover without letting the appliance cool down. Remove the soleplate cover as indicated in the instructions section “Removing the Soleplate Cover“.
STEAMBRUSH FUNCTION Using for the first time n mi ! When the Steam 'n Press is plugged in the soleplate heats. Do not touch or remove the soleplate cover without letting the appliance cool down. Make sure soleplate cover is securely in place before using the steambrush function. Please reference section in instructions called “Attaching the Soleplate Cover“. Plug in your Steam 'n Press and set the thermostat to the ●●● steam setting. After approximately one minute it will reach working temperature.
Steaming drapes and upholstery M M M M Wrinkles and creases can be removed from drapes while they are hanging on the rods. Simply follow the procedure described in "Steaming clothes". Always test first on unobtrusive area. When using the appliance horizontally return to the vertical position occassionally to ensure maximum steam performance. Lint pad M M Threads, lint and hair can easily be removed with the lint pad (G) by brushing the clothing slowly from left to right.
Softened water There are many types of household water softeners and the water from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in the Steam 'n Press. However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use chemicals such as salt, can cause the appliance to leak or spit during use. If you experience this type of problem, we recommend that you try using inexpensive bottled spring water or untreated tap water. Never use 100% pure distilled water.
STEAM 'N PRESS TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Leaking or spitting. Distilled water. Never use 100% distilled water. The Steam 'n Press is designed to use tap water. In very hard water areas we recommend using bottled spring water. Softened water. If you experience spitting or leaking with softened water, change to untreated tap water or bottled spring water. Thermostat set incorrectly. The thermostat needs to be set to the 3 dot setting to produce steam.
In the interest of product improvement, Rowenta reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice. LIMITED WARRANTY All Rowenta products are warranted for 1 year from date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship. During this period, any Rowenta product that, upon inspection by Rowenta, is proved defective, will be repaired or replaced, at Rowenta's option, without charge to the customer.
