Rowenta Iron Professional Steam Iron User Guide

Ultra Professional  
Instructions for Use  
 
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS  
1. This is a 1440 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit  
overload, do not operate another high wattage  
appliance on the same circuit.  
2. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary,  
a 12-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.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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I Description:  
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Swiveling cord protector  
Supply cord  
A Spray nozzle  
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Covered water filling inlet  
Variable steam control  
K Temperature light  
Long-Life System  
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D Self clean system  
M Precision Stainless Steel  
Soleplate  
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Spray button  
Burst of steam button  
N Transparent water tank  
O Water level indicator  
G Auto-off indicator light  
H Temperature control dial  
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BEFORE USE  
Please read the instructions for use and the Important Safeguards  
carefully.  
Remove the transparent soleplate protector.  
It is normal for a small amount of smoke to be produced the first  
time the iron is used. This will quickly disappear.  
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3-WAY AUTO-OFF  
If the iron is not moved while it is plugged  
in, an internal safety switch will turn it off.  
It will turn off in 8 minutes if left vertically  
or in 30 seconds if left on its soleplate or  
tipped over. A red flashing light indicates  
that the auto-off has been activated.  
To switch the iron on again, move the iron  
or gently shake it.  
30 sec.  
8 min.  
30 sec.  
Wait until iron is fully reheated before  
use.  
STEAM IRONING  
Filling with water  
Ensure the iron is unplugged.  
Slide the variable steam control comple-  
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Open the water filling inlet cover.  
Hold the appliance upright so that the  
water inlet is horizontal. Fill with water  
(containing no additives) to the max.  
water level mark and close the lid.  
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Adding water  
If you need to add water during ironing.  
UNPLUG the iron and repeat above  
steps.  
Ensure iron is fully reheated after filling  
(temperature indicator light goes out)  
before ironing.  
To avoid damage to clothes from dust  
or dirt that may collect in the iron, we  
recommend that for the first use or after  
the iron has been stored for some time  
that you first iron an old cloth, testing  
both the steam and burst of steam  
feature.  
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SELECTING THE TEMPERATURE  
Set the temperature control dial according  
to the type of fabric you are ironing.  
Check the fabric's label for appropriate  
setting.  
Laundry  
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Fabric  
Temperature  
setting  
synthetics  
e.g. viscose,  
polyester  
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silk,  
wool  
III  
cotton,  
linen  
IIIII  
To avoid an automatic switch off while the iron is heating up, always  
keep the iron on its heel. Start at low temperature IIand graduate to  
high temperature IIIII. For delicate fabrics we recommend carrying  
out a test on an unobstrusive part of the garment (inner seam).  
SETTING VARIABLE STEAM CONTROL  
Set the variable steam control to required steam volume. Steam can  
only be produced when the thermostat is aligned to IIIII or max.  
(red zone). Allow iron to heat up (light goes out) before activating  
the variable steam control.  
Iron ready for steam ironing  
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Steam is produced as soon as the iron is  
held horizontally.  
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Steam off  
Steam generation can be interrupted by  
standing the iron on its heel or sliding the  
variable steam control fully to the left.  
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM (depending on model)  
In order to produce steam, all irons require a high temperature.  
If the soleplate is not hot enough some of the water will not turn to  
steam and can spit or leak from the soleplate. The anti-drip system  
automatically reduces the volume of steam when ironing at low  
temperatures to prevent dripping.  
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SPRAY SETTING  
Ensure there is water in the tank.  
Moistening the fabric with the spray will  
make wrinkle removal easier.  
Press the spray button down slowly for a  
jet or quickly and strongly for a mist.  
Do not spray silk, etc.  
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BURST OF STEAM  
To remove stubborn wrinkles or press in  
a sharp crease, use the burst of steam  
button.  
Press the button firmly, a strong burst of  
steam penetrates deep into the fabric.  
Leave an interval of at least four seconds  
between pressing the burst of steam  
button.  
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With water in the tank, the burst of  
steam button can be used as soon as the  
steam ironing temperature has been  
reached (III).  
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VERTICAL STEAM  
The iron can also be used vertically. This is  
especially useful for getting creases out of  
hanging clothes, curtains, tapestries, etc.  
To steam vertically, press the burst of steam  
button while holding iron in the upright  
position.  
Warning:  
Never iron clothes while they are  
being worn.  
POINTS TO NOTE  
If the iron has not been used for a long time (e.g. several weeks) the  
steam channels should be cleaned and any deposits removed from the  
iron. To do this, hold the iron horizontally before you start to use it  
and allow it to produce steam for about 1 minute. Also activate the  
burst of steam button several times.  
DRY IRONING  
Slide the variable steam control fully to  
the left. We recommend dry ironing with  
an empty tank to be sure there are no  
drips, but it can also be performed with  
water in the tank.  
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AFTER IRONING  
Unplug the iron. Slide the variable steam control completely to the  
left (the minimum position) and empty any water left in the tank.  
Leave the iron to cool down.  
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Integrated cord wrap  
For easy storage, the cord can be wound  
loosely around the heel once the iron has  
cooled down completely.  
To protect the soleplate always store the  
iron on its heel.  
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Important:  
Always empty the water tank when  
you have finished ironing.  
WATER TO USE IN ROWENTA IRONS  
Tap water  
Rowenta irons are designed to be used with REGULAR TAP WATER  
(up to 12 grains of hardness). If your water is harder than this, Rowen-  
ta recommends mixing half tap water with half distilled water which  
reduces the hardness; or just use inexpensive bottled spring water.  
Never use 100% distilled water since this can cause the iron to spit  
and leak.  
Softened water  
There are many types of household water softeners and the water  
from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in an iron. However,  
some types of softeners, particularly those that use chemicals such as  
salt, can cause the iron 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.  
Once you have changed water it will take several uses to correct the  
problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam function for the first  
time on an old towel or cloth to avoid damaging your clothes.  
Iron and other impurities  
If your water supply contains large amounts of iron or organic matter,  
these minerals can collect inside the iron and eventually appear as  
brown stains. If you experience these problems Rowenta recommends  
using inexpensive bottled spring water.  
Never use 100% pure distilled water.  
Always remember:  
Battery water and water containing additives (such as starch, perfume  
or fabric conditioner) may not be used. Such additives can affect the  
properties of the stean and, at high temperatures, can form deposits  
in the steam chamber, which will mark the laundry when they are  
emitted through the steam vents. For this reason descaling liquids  
should not be used.  
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LONG-LIFE SYSTEM  
Minerals in water can build up in the steam chamber as the water is  
tumed to steam. This build up reduces steam output over time. The  
Long-Life System contains a special resin that neutralizes the harmful  
minerals, extending the life of the iron. The resin is irtegrated into the  
tank and never needs to be replaced.  
SELF CLEANING  
Your iron is equipped with two self clean functions.  
Vapodur Valve  
The patented Vapodur valve ensures that the opening which allows  
the water to drip from the water tank into the steam chamber of your  
iron remains unaffected by hard water deposits.  
To ensure your iron continues to steam efficiently the valve MUST be  
opened and closed a few times. This is done by moving the variable  
steam control left to right a few times each time you finish ironing.  
Steam Chamber Cleaning Function  
This function allows loose mineral deposits and other impurities that  
build up inside the iron to be flushed out. This type of self cleaning  
only needs to be carried out occasionally and never more than once  
a month.  
Fill the iron with cold tap water and set  
variable steam to min.  
Set thermostat dial to maximum  
position.  
Stand on heel and plug in.  
When the iron reaches the correct  
temperature, indicator light will go out,  
unplug iron.  
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Hold iron horizontally over the sink with  
soleplate pointing away from body.  
Press and hold down the self clean  
button for about 1 minute.  
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WARNING: Doing this will cause steam and hot water to be  
ejected from the soleplate. Take all proper precautions and hold  
iron away from body.  
Move the iron gently back and forth and side to side until all water  
has run through.  
Carefully wipe all water and material from the soleplate with an old  
folded towel, as the water and minerals can stain the soleplate  
(although this has no effect on glide or performance).  
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WARNING: Iron and soleplate may still be hot, exercise care while  
wiping.  
Place iron on heel and leave to cool.  
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IMPORTANT: before using the iron after self cleaning, test steam  
and burst of steam on an old towel or cloth to ensure all loose  
material has been removed from the iron.  
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE  
When cold and unplugged, the iron can be cleaned with a damp  
cloth and wiped dry. Never use household cleaners or solvents.  
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Cleaning the soleplate  
Rowenta stainless steel soleplates have excellent non-stick properties  
and can be simply wiped clean when cold.  
In normal use a draggy coating may build up on the soleplate  
(starch, detergent buildup, burnt synthetic fibers). This can be easily  
removed by using the Rowenta Soleplate Cleaning Kit or a quality  
hot iron soleplate cleaner available at most stores.  
Do not use abrasive household cleaners or abrasive cleaning pads.  
The soleplate of your iron makes ironing easier. To prevent scratch-  
ing of the soleplate, do not iron over sharp objects (zippers, etc.).  
Do not place the iron on rough surfaces, e.g. metal iron support,  
which may scratch the soleplate.  
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IRON TROUBLESHOOTING  
Prob lem  
Possib le cause  
Solut ion  
Iron is leaking.  
DISTILLED WATER  
DO NOT use 100 % pure distilled  
water, use tap water. In very hard  
water areas mix half tap water with  
half distilled to reduce hardness; or  
use inexpensive bottled spring water.  
SOFTENED WATER  
Most softened water is alright, but  
if you experience leaks or spitting,  
change to untreated tap water or  
inexpensive bottled spring water.  
DO NOT use 100 % distilled water.  
Auto-off activated?  
Move iron or gently shake.  
Overuse of burst of  
steam.  
Allow more time between each  
burst.  
Iron wont heat. Is iron plugged in?  
Check plug is in socket.  
Turn thermostat higher.  
Thermostat set too  
low?  
Auto-off activated?  
Move iron or gently shake.  
Ready light goes This is normal.  
on and off.  
The light goes on and off showing  
the thermostat is switching the heat  
on and off to maintain the correct  
temperature.  
I Iron does not  
steam.  
Iron is not hot  
enough.  
If the iron is not hot enough the  
anti-drip system will activate and  
stop the iron's steam production. Set  
thermostat to the (III) position.  
Always allow iron sufficient time to  
heat up (indicator light goes out)  
before activating the variable steam  
control.  
Is variable steam  
If iron is fitted with a variable steam  
control correctly set? control, turn it to a higher setting.  
Steam valve is  
clogged.  
Move variable steam controm from  
min to max several times to clear  
blockage.  
STORE IRON ON HEEL (VERTICALLY) WITH STEAM CONTROL  
AT MIN.  
For more information refer to the full use instructions.  
If after using the trouble shooting guide you are still experiencing  
problems, do not return the iron to the store, but contact Rowenta  
Consumer Service who will be pleased to assist you.  
In line with a policy of continuous product improvement Rowenta  
reserves the right to change product specifications without prior  
notice.  
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