8
* depending on model
8
PROBLEMS?
Problems
Cause
Solution
The iron is plug-
ged in, but the so-
leplate of the iron
remains cold.
No power from the outlet.
Check that the power plug is properly inserted or try
plugging the iron into a different outlet.
Temperature control set too low.
Set the temperature control to a higher temperature.
The automatic electronic auto-off* is
active.
Move your iron.
None or too little
steam is being
emitted.
Steam control set on dry position
.
Not enough water in the water tank.
Anti-Drip* is active (§ 11).
Turn the steam control to the required setting area.
Fill the water tank.
Wait for the soleplate to reach the correct temperature.
Brown streaks
come through the
holes in the sole-
plate and stain the
linen.
Residues in the steam chamber or
on the soleplate.
Use of chemical descaling agents.
Fabric fibers have accumulated in
the holes of the soleplate and are
burning.
Your linen is not rinsed sufficiently or
you have ironed a new garment be-
fore washing it.
Use of starch.
Pure distilled / demineralized or sof-
tened water is being used.
Use the Self Clean function then clean your iron.
Do not add any descaling agents to the water in the
water tank. Use the Self Clean function and clean your
iron.
Clean the soleplate with a non-metallic sponge.
Vacuum the holes of the soleplate from time to time.
Ensure linen is rinsed thoroughly to remove any soap
deposits or chemicals on new garments which may be
absorbed by the iron.
Always spray starch onto the reverse side of the fabric
to be ironed and clean your iron soleplate.
Only use untreated tap water or mix half tap water
with half distilled/demineralised water. Use the Self
Clean function and clean your iron.
Iron is leaking.
Overuse of shot of steam button.
Soleplate temperature too low .
Allow more time between each shot.
Set the temperature control to a higher temperature.
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