DG 050
7
VERTICAL IRONING
The iron can also be used vertically. This is especially useful for getting wrinkles
out of hanging clothes, curtains, tapestries, etc.
Set the iron thermostat on maximum (cotton, linen).
Allow iron to heat up (pilot light goes out) before activating the steam button.
Gently stretch the fabric to be ironed.
With the iron close to the fabric, press the steam button (under the handle of
the iron) and move the iron up and down.
Once you remove wrinkles from a garment, hang it on a hanger.
WARNING
Never iron clothes while they are being worn!
HINTS:
Do not keep the steam button pressed down continuously: short bursts of steam are sufficient.
If you wish to remove wrinkles in cotton, linen or wool, the soleplate can come into contact with
the fabric to ensure optimal results.
For synthetic fabrics (silk, velvet, acetate etc.), a distance of 4 inches must be maintained as
the fibers could otherwise be damaged.
Always test the inside of any fabric that you are unsure about.
WATER TO USE IN ROWENTA STEAM GENERATORS
Tap water:
Rowenta steam generators are designed to be used with REGULAR TAP WATER (up to 12 grains of hardness).
If your water is harder than this, Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water whith half distilled water which
reduces the hardness or 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 a steam generator. 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% distilled water.
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.
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.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
To extend the life of your steam generator and to avoid the build-up of scale,
it is essential that you rinse out the boiler every 10 uses.
Check that the steam generator is cold and unplugged.
Fill the boiler 3/4 full with tap water.
Shake the boiler for a few moments and then empty it completely over a sink.
Wipe the steam generator base regularly with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
Never use household cleaners or solvents.
Never hold the steam generator under the tap.
When cold and unplugged, the iron can be cleaned with a damp cloth and
wiped dry. Never use household cleaners or solvents.
