EURO PRESSTM IRON User Manual Model 4040-026 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: · · · READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. Use iron only for its intended use. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids. The iron should always be turned to "OFF" before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and when not in use. 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 an authorized service center for examination and/or repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board. 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. safety · · · · · · ii safety · If the iron is not operating normally, disconnect from the power supply and have the iron serviced by an authorized service center. 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. · SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS · This is a 1400-Watt appliance. To avoid * a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15-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. · For products purchased in the United States and Canada only To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug fits a polarized outlet only one way; if the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS iii Table of Contents contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Learning About Your Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Filling the Water Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Dry Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Steam Ironing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Iron's Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 SHOT OF STEAM® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Vertical Steam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Patented MOTION SMARTTM Auto-Off. . . . . . . . . . 9 Caring for Your Iron After Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Turning Off Your Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Storing Your Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Maintaining Your Iron. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Cleaning the Soleplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the Self-Cleaning Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Ironing Tips and Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Ironing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Ironing Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 How to Obtain Warranty Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 2 Welcome welcome Congratulations on your purchase of a SUNBEAM® Iron! Sunbeam has designed your iron to provide the utmost in quality, ease of use and convenience. This EURO PRESSTM SUNBEAM® iron offers the following features: · Non-Stick Surface ­ Prevents starch residue and fabrics from sticking to the bottom, making the iron easier to clean. 360° Tangle-Free Cord ­ Keeps the power cord off of the fabric and out of your way, whether you are right or left handed. Self-Cleaning ­ Prevents mineral build up that can reduce the life of your iron. Large Water Fill Hole ­ Allows you to fill the water reservoir faster while reducing water spills and drips. Accepts Tap Water ­ Eliminates the necessity of keeping distilled water on hand for ironing. Patented MOTION SMART Auto-Off ­ Automatically turns the iron off if it is not moved after 15 minutes in the upright position or after 30 seconds in the ironing position. Power Indicator Light ­ Lights steadily to let you know the iron is plugged in; blinks to let you know that the patented MOTION SMART Auto-Off has activated; and is unlit when the iron is unplugged. TM TM · · · · · · · Vertical Steam ­ Functions like a garment steamer to remove wrinkles from hung garments or drapes. SHOT OF STEAM® ­ Offers a powerful burst of steam for removing 3 · Learning About Your EURO PRESSTM Iron 1. Water Fill Hole 3. Steam Dial 4. Power Indicator Light 2. SHOT OF STEAM® Button your iron TM 5. Patented MOTION SMART Auto-Off Indicator Blinking Light 6. 360° Tangle-Free Swivel Cord 7. Fabric Select Dial 8. See-Through Water Reservoir 9. Non-Stick Soleplate 10. Cord Wrap 4 3 2 1 0 5 6 7 8 10 9 4 your iron Filling the Water Reservoir You must fill the water reservoir with water to use the SHOT OF STEAM® feature and to get steam out of your iron. Tip: SUNBEAM® tests each iron at the factory to ensure that they function correctly. The test may leave a small, harmless amount of water within the water reservoir. Before you fill the water reservoir, please consider the following: · While this iron was designed for use with tap water, very hard water will reduce the performance of the iron. If your water is very hard, SUNBEAM® recommends that you use tap water the first time, then consider using demineralized or distilled water for subsequent use. You should use tap water once a month, however, to maintain the iron's optimal steam performance. · Do not use water that has passed through a home water softening system. This type of water contains minerals that will decrease the performance and shorten the life of your iron. Use demineralized or distilled water, instead. Important: When not ironing, always set the Steam Dial to ZERO and the Fabric Select Dial to MIN. To fill the water reservoir: 1. Make sure the iron is unplugged. Set the Steam Dial to ZERO and the Fabric Select Dial to MIN. 2. Fill water cup with water. Pour water into iron water reservoir. Do not fill water reservoir beyond maximum fill level. 0 0 WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, be careful when filling a hot iron with water. Hot metal parts, hot water and steam can cause injuries. 5 Ironing Dry Ironing 1. ironing 0 Make sure that the Steam Dial is set to ZERO. 2. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. The Power Indicator will light. 3. Turn the Fabric Select Dial to the dry ironing fabric setting you desire and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface. Tip: Refer to the Ironing Guide on Page 15 for the recommended setting for your fabric. Steam Ironing 1. 2. Follow the instructions for "Filling the Water Reservoir" on Page 5. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. The Power Indicator will light. 3. Turn the Fabric Select Dial to the steam ironing fabric setting you desire (Linen, Cotton, Wool or Silk) and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface. Tip: Refer to the Ironing Guide on Page 15 for the recommended setting for your fabric. 4. After the iron has heated (2 minutes), turn the Steam Dial to desired steam setting. 6 Using the Iron's Special Features SHOT OF STEAM® features The SHOT OF STEAM® feature provides an extra burst of steam for deep penetration of stubborn wrinkles. You can use this feature while Dry or Steam ironing, but the water reservoir must be at least 1/4 full of water. To use the SHOT OF STEAM® feature: Place the iron on top of the wrinkle and press the SHOT OF STEAM® button each time you would like an extra burst of steam. The SHOT OF STEAM® feature may be used continuously with just a short pause between shots. 7 Ironing Vertical Steam features The vertical steam feature allows your iron to function as a garment steamer. Tip: When using the vertical steam on clothing, hang the clothing on a clothes hanger for best results. Hanging curtains and drapes may also be steamed. To use the Vertical Steam: 1. 2. Make sure that the iron has heated up (2 minutes). Hold the iron in a vertical position, with the iron close to but not touching the fabric you want to steam. With your other hand, pull the fabric tight. Press the SHOT OF STEAM® button at approximately 3-second intervals as you move the iron across the wrinkled area. WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, keep your hand away from the area being steamed. WARNING: DO NOT steam garments while wearing them; this may result in injuries. 3. 4. 8 features Patented MOTION SMARTTM Auto-Off When the iron is plugged in, the Power Indicator will light steadily, indicating that there is power to the iron. If you leave the iron: · in a vertical position (on its heel rest) without moving it, the iron will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped heating. · in a horizontal position without moving it, the iron will automatically stop heating after 30 seconds. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped heating. Important: The Power Indicator will continue to blink until the iron is unplugged. To restart the iron: Move the iron back and forth and allow it to reheat for 2 minutes. The indicator will stop blinking and the iron will start heating again. WARNING: The patented MOTION SMART Auto-Off is a safety feature, not a recommended means for turning your iron off. See "Caring for Your Iron After Use" on Page 11, for information on turning off your iron and storing it safely between use. TM 9 Caring for Your Iron After Use Turning Off Your Iron 1. 2. after use 0 Turn the Steam Dial to ZERO and Fabric Select Dial to MIN. Unplug the iron from the power source. WARNING: NEVER yank the power cord when unplugging the iron, this can damage the cord. Storing Your Iron 1. 2. Allow the iron to cool. If you do not use your iron on a daily basis, empty the water reservoir after each use for a longer iron life. To do so, turn the iron upside down to allow water to flow from the fill hole. Shake the iron gently to remove trapped water drops. Loosely loop the power cord around the cord wrap and store the iron on its heel rest. Important: Wrapping the cord around the iron too tightly can damage the cord. Tip: When not ironing, always set the Steam Dial to ZERO and the Fabric Select Dial to MIN. 3. 0 10 Maintaining Your EURO PRESSTM Iron Cleaning the Soleplate Clean the soleplate if starch or other residue accumulate. To clean the Soleplate: 1. Allow the iron to cool and then wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. WARNING: DO NOT use abrasive cleansers, scouring pads or vinegar to clean the soleplate, this will damage the finish. 2. maintenance Run the iron over an all-cotton cloth to remove any residue. Using the Self-Cleaning Feature You should use the self-cleaning feature to maintain the optimal performance of your iron. The selfcleaning feature will clean the water reservoir and steam vents of accumulated minerals, dust and lint. In general, clean the iron: · · · if the steam vents clog up, or once a month if you have hard water, or once every two months if you have soft water. 0 To use the self-cleaning feature: 1. Set the Steam Dial to ZERO and the Fabric Select Dial to MIN. 11 maintenance 2. Fill the water reservoir with tap water to the "MAX" line. 0 3. Set the Fabric Select Dial to LINEN. 4. Plug the iron into a power outlet and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. 5. Turn the Fabric Select Dial to MIN and unplug the iron. 6. Hold the iron over a sink in a horizontal position. WARNING: Be careful not to touch the iron's hot surfaces. 7. Press the self-clean button and hold. Water will begin dripping from the steam vents. To make sure that all of the water is removed from the tank, slowly rock the iron side to side an ...