5 • SUCTION AND BLOWN-AIR FUNCTIONS
Your ironing centre is equipped with a range of professional ironing features.
In addition to an automatically heated ironing board surface, your appliance is equipped with
fans providing suction and blown-air functions which ensure outstanding ironing quality.
a) Suction and blown-air fan control button
b) The benefits of the suction and blown-air functions include
B
LOWN
-
AIR FUNCTION
:
When you switch the control button to the blown-air position, the blower
system is activated, creating an air cushion between the board and fabric. The
blown-air function is recommended for:
- Ironing delicate fabrics (e.g. silk or wool);
- Preventing accidental creases on large and medium-sized items
(e.g. tablecloths, sheets or jacket backs);
- Avoiding "buffing" fabrics, and preventing lines and seam marks.
S
UCTION FUNCTION
:
When you switch the control button to the suction position, the suction system is
activated, creating a downward airflow. The suction function is recommended for:
- Holding items in place on the ironing surface;
- Clearly marking creases (e.g. trouser creases);
- Ironing thick fabrics (e.g. denim and linen);
- Eliminating any residual moisture;
- Preventing steam from escaping while you are ironing.
c) Tips for using the suction and blown-air functions according to the type
of fabric
Delicate fabrics:
silk, synthetic materials
Delicate finishes:
gathers, frills, glitter, embroidery, lace, etc.
Linings and seams:
jacket linings, double-layered delicate fabrics, etc.
Thick and heavy fabrics:
cotton, denim, corduroy, linen, tweed, wool, etc.
Creases and turn-ups:
pleated skirts, trouser turn-ups, knife pleats, etc.
Lined finishes:
cuffs, collars, waistbands, hems, button-holes, shirt back pleats, etc.
BLOWN AIR
SUCTION
For a more detailed explanation, please refer to the enclosed booklet entitled "Ironing Tips", inside
the box.
BLOWN AIR position
Position O (no ventilation)
SUCTION position
