Russell Hobbs Iron SW U EZH User Guide

instructions  
 
18 The iron has a protective thermal fuse, which will blow if it overheats. If this happens,  
the iron will stop working, and must be returned for repair.  
19 Don’t use the iron if it’s dropped or damaged, or if it malfunctions or leaks.  
20 If the cable is damaged, return the iron, to avoid hazard.  
household use only  
before using for the first time  
Don’t worry if the iron smokes a bit at first, it’ll stop as the element cures.  
Iron an old piece of cotton fabric, to clean the soleplate.  
Press the # button 3 or 4 times, to check it out.  
Press the * button 3 or 4 times, to check it out.  
auto shut-off  
If the iron is motionless, it will switch off after about 30 seconds with the soleplate  
down, or about 8 minutes if it’s upright.  
The auto shut-off light will flash, and keep on flashing till you move the iron.  
To switch on again, simply lift it up, then sit it upright till it returns to the set  
temperature (about a minute).  
No settings are lost during auto shut-off.  
preparation  
1 Check for textile care symbols (i j k l).  
2 Iron fabrics needing low temperatures j first, then those that need medium  
temperatures k, and finish with those needing high temperatures l/max.  
filling  
3 You may use the iron with tap-water, but if you live in a hard water area, you should  
use distilled water (not chemically descaled or softened water).  
4 If you buy distilled water, check that it’s marketed as suitable for use in irons.  
5 Unplug the iron.  
6 Move the steam control to S.  
7 Hold the iron with the heel uppermost.  
8 Press the V button in fully, and hold it in – this opens the filling valve.  
9 Pour water into the heel till it stops disappearing into the reservoir,  
and starts to back up.  
10 Let the V button go, to close the valve and seal the reservoir.  
11 Tip any excess water out of the heel, into the sink or the filling jug.  
12 Wipe up any spillage.  
switch on  
13 Turn the temperature control to (#3).  
14 Sit the iron on its heel.  
15 Put the plug into the power socket (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable).  
16 The heel and reservoir will glow, to show that the iron is connected to the electricity  
supply.  
17 Turn the temperature control to bring the setting you want next to the 5 mark (#3).  
18 The thermostat light will come on.  
19 When the iron reaches the temperature you set, the thermostat light will go out. It’ll  
then cycle on and off as the thermostat operates to maintain the temperature.  
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temperature setting guide  
label marking  
temperature dot setting  
j
k
l
i
cool – nylon, acrylics, polyester  
warm – wool, polyester mixtures  
hot – cotton, linen/jeans, denim  
do not iron  
• •  
• • •/max  
, If the instructions on the fabric label differ from this guide, follow those on the label.  
reducing temperature  
20 Reducing the temperature takes a bit longer, as the element has to lose the heat it  
has built up, so be patient. It’s best to organise your ironing so that you don’t need  
to reduce the temperature (“preparation” page 3, point 2).  
steam ironing  
21 When steam ironing, you must set the temperature control to S or higher.  
22 If you don’t, you’ll get water on your clothes, not steam.  
23 Move the steam control to the setting you want, S = no steam, # = high steam (#3).  
24 Wait till the thermostat light goes out, then start ironing.  
spray  
, Water spotting affects some fabrics. Test this out on a hidden part of the fabric.  
25 This works with dry or steam ironing, as long as there’s water in the reservoir.  
26 Check that there’s water in the reservoir.  
27 Lift the iron off the fabric.  
28 Aim the spray nozzle at the fabric.  
29 Press the * button.  
30 You may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water  
through the system.  
shot of steam  
31 This works with dry or steam ironing, as long as there’s water in  
the reservoir, and the temperature is above S.  
32 Check that there’s water in the reservoir.  
33 Check that the temperature control is at S or higher.  
34 Lift the iron off the fabric.  
35 Press the # button.  
36 You may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system.  
37 Leave 4 seconds between shots, to let the temperature build up.  
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dry ironing  
, If you’re going to be dry ironing for 15 minutes or more, empty the  
reservoir first, to avoid spontaneous bursts of steam.  
38 Move the steam control to S.  
39 Wait till the thermostat light goes out, then start ironing.  
vertical steaming  
40 Remove wrinkles from hanging clothes, hanging curtains, and  
furnishing fabrics.  
41 Check that there’s adequate ventilation behind the fabric, otherwise moisture may  
build up, causing mildew.  
42 Check that there’s nothing behind the fabric that may be damaged  
by the steam.  
43 Check that pockets, turn-ups, and cuffs are empty.  
44 Check that there’s water in the reservoir.  
45 Turn the temperature control to max, move the steam control to S.  
46 Hold the iron close to (but not touching) the fabric.  
47 Press the # button (you’re using the “shot of steam” function vertically).  
48 You may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system.  
49 Leave 4 seconds between shots, to let the temperature build up.  
after use  
50 Turn the temperature control to , move the steam control to S.  
51 Unplug the iron.  
52 Press the V button in fully, and hold it in, to open the filling valve.  
53 Empty the reservoir, via the heel, into the sink or the filling jug.  
caution the water may be hot  
54 Let the V button go, to close the valve and seal the reservoir.  
55 Sit the iron on its heel.  
56 Leave it to cool down completely.  
57 When it’s cold, wipe off any moisture.  
58 Store the iron on its heel, to avoid corrosion and damage to the soleplate.  
self clean C  
59 To prevent scale building up, use the self clean function regularly, at least monthly in  
normal water areas, more often in hard water areas.  
60 You’ll need a basin or a large bowl to catch the water coming out of the soleplate.  
61 Fill the reservoir.  
62 Turn the temperature control to max, move the steam control to S.  
63 Sit the iron on its heel.  
64 Put the plug into the power socket.  
65 When the thermostat light goes out, unplug the iron.  
66 Now hold the iron over the basin or bowl, with the soleplate down.  
67 Press the C button in, hold it in, and gently move the iron to and  
fro, over the basin or bowl.  
caution keep clear of the escaping water and steam  
68 Water and steam will wash scale and dust through the soleplate, and into the sink.  
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69 When the reservoir is empty, release the C button.  
70 Sit the iron on its heel to cool.  
71 When it’s cold, wipe off any moisture, and wind the cable round the heel.  
72 Store the iron on its heel, to avoid corrosion and damage to the soleplate.  
anti-scale  
73 The anti-scale agent incorporated in the iron helps prevent the build-up of scale.  
74 Don’t use a descaling solution, or you’ll destroy the anti-scale agent.  
cleaning  
75 Unplug the iron when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let it cool  
down fully before cleaning and storing away.  
76 Wipe outer surfaces with a damp cloth. If necessary, use a little washing-up liquid.  
77 Remove spots from the soleplate with a little vinegar.  
78 Take care not to scratch the soleplate.  
79 Don’t put the iron in water or any other liquid.  
80 Don’t use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.  
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connection  
The product must be earthed. It has a 13A BS1362 fuse in a 13A BS1363  
plug. To replace the plug, fit the green/yellow wire to E or E, the blue wire  
to N, and the brown wire to L. Fit the cord grip. If in doubt, call an  
electrician. Don’t use a non-rewireable plug unless the fuse cover is in  
place. If you remove the plug, dispose of it.  
wheelie bin symbol  
To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances in  
electrical and electronic goods, appliances marked with this symbol mustn’t be  
disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but recovered, reused, or recycled.  
service  
If you ring Customer Service, please have the Model No. to hand, as we won’t be able  
to help you without it. It’s on the rating plate (usually underneath the product).  
The product isn’t user-serviceable. If it’s not working, read the instructions, check the  
plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it’s still not working, consult your retailer.  
If that doesn’t solve the problem – ring Customer Service – they may be able to offer  
technical advice.  
If they advise you to return the product to us, pack it carefully, include a note with your  
name, address, day phone number, and what’s wrong. If under guarantee, say where  
and when purchased, and include proof of purchase (till receipt). Send it to:  
Customer Service, Russell Hobbs Ltd, Fir Street, Failsworth, Manchester M35 0HS  
telephone: 0845 658 9700 (local rate number)  
guarantee  
Defects affecting product functionality appearing within one year of purchase will be  
corrected by replacement or repair provided the product is used and maintained in  
accordance with the instructions. Your statutory rights are not affected.  
Documentation, packaging, and product specifications may change without notice.  
online  
www.russellhobbs.co.uk for more products  
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