9
* depending on model
PROBLEMS?
Problem
Cause
Solution
The iron is plugged
in, but the soleplate
of the iron remains
cold.
Power from the outlet
Check that the power plug is properly
inserted or try plugging the iron into a
different socket.
Temperature control set too low.
Set the temperature control to a higher
temperature.
The automatic electronic shut off is
active.
Move your iron.
Thermostat control
light goes on and off
This is normal.
When the thermostat control light goes on
and off the iron is heating up.
None or too little
steam is being
emitted.
Temperature control set too low.
Turn the temperature control to the re-
quired setting
.
Not enough water in the water tank.
Fill the water tank.
Anti-Drip is active
(§ “USE”).
Wait for the soleplate to reach the correct
temperature.
Brown streaks come
through the holes
in the soleplate and
stain the fabric.
Residues in the steam chamber or on
the soleplate.
Use the Self Clean function then clean
your iron.
Use the Self Clean function and clean your
iron if you have used the above.
Fabric fibers have accumulated in the
holes of the soleplate and are burning.
Clean the soleplate with a non-metallic
sponge.
Your linen is not rinsed sufficiently
or you have ironed a new garment
before washing it.
Ensure linen is rinsed thoroughly.
Use of starch.
Always spray starch onto the reverse side
of the fabric to be ironed and clean your
iron soleplate afterwards.
Pure distilled /demineralised or softe-
ned water is being used.
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.
Allow more time between each shot.
Soleplate temperature too low.
Set the temperature control to a higher
temperature.
Use of chemical descaling
agents, perfumed or scented
additives.
Do not add any descaling agents,
perfumed, or scented additives to
the water in the water tank.
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