I5-MINUTE AUTO-OFF IRON INSTRUCTION BOOKLET When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2 . Use iron only for its intended use. 3 . To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids. 4 . The iron should always be turned to OFF before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead grasp plug to disconnect. 5 . Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing. 6 . Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and when not in use. 7 . Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to qualified serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause risk of electric shock when the iron is used. 8 . Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected. 9 . Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water or steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down - there may be hot water in the reservoir. 10. If the malfunction indicator goes on, the flatiron is not operating normally. Disconnect from the power supply and have the flatiron serviced by qualified service personnel. This is a 1200 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload, to not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit. 2 . If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a I0-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 Sunbeam iron is designed to rest on the heel rest. Do not leave the iron unattended. Do not set the iron on an unprotected surface, even if it is on its heel rest. 1. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 10 11 -.~--- K N O W Y O U R SUNBEAMa STEAM/SPRAY/DRY IRON 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. l l l l l l l Temperature Control Dial 7. Water Fill Opening Power Light, Auto-Off Indicator 8. Steam On/Off Control 9. Spray Mist@ Trigger Cord Wrap Groove Non-Stick Sole Plate; 21 Steam Vents 10. Fabric Temperature Suggestions Water Window 11. Heel Rest Spray Mist@ Nozzle FEATURES Spray MisP- Provides a fine spray mist for spot dampening. Trigger control. Temperature Dial-Controls heat output of iron. Adjust dial according to ironing needs, For low temperatures, turn the dial to the first dot. For medium temperatures turn the dial to second set of dots. For high temperatures turn dial to third set of dots. (Refer to Ironing Guide for recommended settings). Swivel Cord- Pivots up and down and is supported to prevent dragging on fabric. Flexible grommet protects the cord from fraying. Soleplate- Has full length grooves for added convenience when ironing shirts and blouses. Non-Stick Finish-The non-stick coating on the sole plate prevents sticking of fabrics and starch residue. Sliding Water Reservoir Cover- Prevents dust and foreign matter from entering the water tank; stops any water spillage during ironing. Cord Wrap- Provides quick, convenient cord storage. 3 AUTO-OFF FEATURE When the iron is plugged into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet the steady red signal light signals the iron is on. If the iron is left standing for 15 minutes, the iron will stop heating. The signal light extinguishes to indicate aura shut-off and will stay out until the iron is either restarted or unplugged. To restart iron: To restart the iron after it has shut itself off, unplug the iron, wait ten seconds and plug the iron back into the outlet. CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE AUTO SHUT-OFF FEATURE AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR TURNING OFF AND UNPLUGGING THE IRON WHEN NOT IN USE. BEFOREFIRSTUSE To ensure no stain is transferred to the fabric the first time you use the iron, it is advisable to flush the soleplate steam vents to remove any residue from the manufacturing process. To do this: 1. Set the steam adjustment control to steam (on). 2. Fill the iron's water tank to its maximum fill line. 3. Set the temperature selector knob to its highest setting. Heat iron for 2 minutes. 4. Steam for 2 minutes while directing the steam vents away from the ironing surface. 5. Pass the iron on a damp cloth or a paper towel to clean. Selecting the Correct Fabric Setting When ironing, use the temperature and steam settings recommended for the type of fabric being ironed. Garments requiring low temperatures and steam should be ironed first. This will help avoid damaging garments with a too hot iron. If you are sure of the fabric content of the garment, start with a low heat and steam setting and test the iron on an area of the garment where it will not show, such as a seam or facing. Gradually increase the heat and steam settings until wrinkles are removed without damaging the fabric. When changing the temperature from a high setting to a lower setting (EXAMPLE: Temperature selector is moved from maximum to minimum) allow approximately 5 minutes for the lower temperature to be reached. The following charts are designed to help you select the best setting and method for the fabric you plan to iron. Check garment labels and follow recommendations given by the manufacturer. For blended fabrics use the setting for the fabric in the blend requiring the lowest temperature, for example: 65% polyester, 35% COttOn fabric. Iron this fabric at the minimum setting. 4 A Word on Water This iron is specially designed to use tap water. In areas of the country where the water is very hard, distilled water is recommended for your iron. If you'use distilled water in your iron, you should periodically use a tank of tap water to keep your iron properly conditioned. DO NOT use water passed through home water softening systems because such water contains minerals that may be harmful to the iron. Using as a Dry Iron The iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the tank. Avoid having the tank too full of water while dry ironing. l Slide the temperature control to Min. before plugging the cord into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet. l Slide top button to the no steam position and move the temperature control to the appropriate fabric setting. l It you are starting with a cool iron, let iron heat in the upright position on the heel rest. If the iron is already hot, be sure to cool or heat the iron to a suitable temperature for the fabric you are about to iron. Try it on an area 01 the garment where it will not show, such as a seam or facing. 5 When using as a steam iron be sure the temperature setting is within the STEAM range on the temperature selector to avoid spotting the garment. l Slide the temperature control to MIN. Slide top button to the steam position, Fill the iron with water. (See TO FILL THE WATER TANK instructions), l Plug the cord into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet. l Move the temperature control to the appropriate fabric setting. Allow 2 minutes for the iron to reach the desired temperature. l After iron has reached desired temperature, remove from the heel rest and use. If the unit fails to steam after depressing the steam slide button, gently tap the soiepiate on the ironing surface. This will aid in starting the steaming action. l `When steam ironing, if the temperature control setting is accidentally lowered, water may appear on the soleplate, indicating that iron temperature has dropped below steaming level. If this, should occur, reset temperature control to desired level. Rest the iron on its heel rest for 1 minute to allow it to reach temperature. if your iron starts losing its flow of steam and you wish to continue steam ironing, you may refill without cooling the iron, Unplug the iron, Follow the TO FILL THE WATER TANK instructions. Add water only to the maximum fill line to prevent overflow. Uslng as a Steam Iron To Fill the Water Tank Always unplug the iron before filling. Set iron on its heel rest, The water fill opening is located underneath the spill-proof cap. Hold the iron with the cap open and fill to maximum fill line. Close the spill-proof cap on the iron. Be sure the cap is fully seated. Wipe the exterior of the unit to dry off any spillage. Slide the temperature selector to the MIN position. Unplug the iron from the electrical outlet. Open the spill-proof cap. Holding the iron over the sink, point the iron handle down and hold in that position until water stops flowing out of the fill opening. Shake the iron gently to loosen trapped water drops; the heat of the iron will dry the inside of the iron. Let the iron cool on its heel rest. IMPORTANT: SUNBEAM DOES NOT RECOMMEND STORING THE IRON WITH WATER IN THE TANK. To Empty the Water Tank Caring for Your Sunbeam Iron l l Avoid ironing over snaps, zippers, rivets on jeans, etc., as they will scratch the soleplate. FOR MODELS WITH A NON-STICK OR CHROME-PLATED SOLEPLATE, clean water marks, calcium deposits and starch from the soleplate as follows: allow iron to cool and wipe with a soft cloth using a mild vinegar solution (one tablespoon of vinegar in one cup of water). DO NOT USE SCOURING PADS, ABRASIVES, OR CHEMICAL CLEANING SOLVENTS as they may mar the finish. NOTE: Scratches in non-stick soleplates do not affect performance of iron. Maintenance Other than recommended care instructions contained in this pamphlet, no further user maintenance should be necessary. However, following is a list of frequently asked questions and their resolutions. However, if for any reason your Sunbeam iron continues to exhibit one of these symptoms, or should require repair for another reason, do not attempt to fix it yourself. Send it to the Sunbeam Appliance Service Center. 6 Questions and Answers SYMPTOM POTENTIAL REASONS AND SOLUTIONS Iron should be plugged into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet only. Iron does not heat l The slide control must at least be set at the desired temperature. l The auto shut-off feature may have been activated, unplug iron, wait 10 seconds & plug in. l The water tank may be empty. Add water. Iron does not steam l Make sure the steam button is depressed. (On variable steam models. the slide control must be in one of the three steam positions). . l Use only temperature settings at or above Polyester, l Do not set to steam setting until selected temperature has been reached. Make sure iron is pre-heated 1X-2 minutes. l Gently tap the soleplate on the ironing board once or twice to clear any blockage of steam valve. l Your iron may spit or leak water from the steam vents if you try to get steam when the temperature setting is too low. Use only temperature settings in steam range shown on the Temperature and Steam Guide. l Make sure iron has reached selected temperature before ironing. Iron splits water or Pre-heat iron l%-2 minutes. leaks water from l If the iron leaks when turned DFF or while DRY ironing, steam vents make sure the steam control is set to NO STEAM Position, l Iron may have been overfilled. Turn it off. Follow instructions for emptying the water tank. Remove some of the water. Let iron cool, then dry it off. Replug iron into electrical outlet and reheat. After 1% minutes, set to `steam". Follow USING AS A STEAM IRON instructions. Note: For additional assistance please call the Iron Hotline l l-800-597-5978 Iron Storage l When you've finished ironing, turn the temperature guide to the MIN position and push down or slide the button to the OFF position. l Remove the cord from the outlet by grasping the plug rather than pulling the cord. l Empty the water tank AFTER EACH USE while the iron is still HOT. l Allow the iron to COOL COMPLETELY before putting it away. Wrap the cord loosely around the heel rest. WRAPPING TOO TIGHTLY CAN DAMAGE THE CORD. l Always store the iron ON ITS HEEL REST with the temperature control knob in the MIN position. DO NOT store In the carton, as any residue of moisture may cause the soleplate to discolor. Irons with the automatic shut-off feature may contain a small amount of mercury in the auto-off switch. The mercury switch should be removed for recycling before the iron is thrown away Please contact your local recycling center for information regarding proper disposal of the iron. Environmental Note 7 ~-YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY Sunbeam Products Inc. warrants that, for a period of two years from date of purchase, this product shall be free of mechanical and electrical defects in material and workmanship. Our obligation hereunder is limited to repair or replacement, at manufacturer's option, of this product during the warranty period, provided that the product(s) purchased in the United States are sent postage prepaid directly to: SUNBEAM APPLIANCE SERVICE STATION 117 Central lndustrial Row Purvis, MS 39475 Answers to questions regardin ...