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use any abrasive or descaling agents to clean the iron. 

STORING THE APPLIANCE

 

 

  Complete Cleaning and Maintenance as instructed above.   

  Ensure that the steam knob is set to the 

“0”/ “no steam”/ “OFF”

 position. 

 

Ensure that all parts are dry before storing. 

 

  Store only once the iron has cooled completely. 

  Store the appliance vertically in its box or in a clean, dry place.  

  Never store the appliance while it is still wet or dirty. 

  Never wrap the power cord around the appliance. 

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

  

 

Problem 

Possible Reasons 

Solution 

Not  enough  heat  or  too 

much heat 

The  temperature  dial  may  have 

been rotated improperly. 

The  temperature  dial  may  have 

been  set  to  the  incorrect  position 

The iron is unplugged. 

Set  the  temperature  dial 

to the correct position and 

check 

if 

the 

iron 

is 

plugged  into  the  mains 

power supply. 

No  steam is being produced 

or leakage.    

The  temperature  dial  has  been 

set to 

“0”/ “OFF”/ “MIN”

 

Set  the  temperature  dial 

to the required positioin. 

No  burst  of  steam  or  no 

vertical steam. 

The  (vertical)  burst  of  steam 

function has been used too often 

within a very short period.  

The iron is not hot enough. 

Continue  ironing  in  a 

horizontal  position  and 

wait  a few minutes before 

using  the  (vertical)  burst 

of steam function again. 

Leaking 

water 

from 

soleplate. 

Set the temperature dial so that it 

is not within the steam range. 

Set  the  temperature  dial 

as per steam range. 

 

There  is  still  not  enough  heat 

being produced. 

Use the steam button only 

after  the  indicator  light 

has turned off. 

 

The  water  is  over  the  max 

position. 

Pour  out  the  remaining 

water. 

Little Steam 

Check if the steam knob is in the  Set the steam knob to the 

Summary of Contents for EASYGLIDE RHI500

Page 1: ...WARRANTY AND INSTRUCTION RHI500 RUSSELL HOBBS STEAM SPRAY DRY IRON...

Page 2: ...nt swivel cord with cord wrap area Overheat safety protection circuit Ceramic soleplate Includes 80ml water measuring cup With indicator light and heel rest Water spray feature Anti drip feature Anti...

Page 3: ...7 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance 8 Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage If the cord or the plug is damaged it must be replaced by t...

Page 4: ...t touch the soleplate and keep away from the steam emitting from it 24 Take care when emptying the iron it may contain hot water 25 Don t use the iron in the vicinity of children 26 Use the iron on a...

Page 5: ...perfume vinegar or other chemical liquids into the water tank as they may result in damage to the appliance 42 Do not operate this appliance by means of an external timer 43 The manufacturer does not...

Page 6: ...the MAX position the pilot light will glow to indicate that the iron is heating up Once the pilot light goes off then the required temperature is reached Move the steam knob to the ON position steam...

Page 7: ...ure adjustment will need a certain time to reach the required level no matter if it is higher or lower 5 Delicate fabrics such as silk wool velour etc are best ironed with an ironing cloth to prevent...

Page 8: ...r or distilled water Do not use chemically de scaled water or any other liquids WATER SPRAY FUNCTION This function can be used at any time and it does not affect other functions Press the spray button...

Page 9: ...oning the pilot light on the iron automatically switches on off as the thermostat maintains the set temperature you may continue ironing during this process 6 The iron is ready for use 7 Set the steam...

Page 10: ...m can also be applied when holding the iron in a vertical position This function is useful for removing wrinkles on garments in hanging position hanging curtains or other hanging fabrics Note It may b...

Page 11: ...shake the iron to and fro 13 Steam and boiling hot water will emit from the holes on the soleplate which contains impurities scale minerals and flakes if any that deposited in the Steam Chamber from...

Page 12: ...remember to unplug the unit from the electrical outlet when not in use and before cleaning Ensure that the temperature dial is set to 0 OFF MIN Ensure that the steam knob is set to the 0 no steam OFF...

Page 13: ...rature dial to the correct position and check if the iron is plugged into the mains power supply No steam is being produced or leakage The temperature dial has been set to 0 OFF MIN Set the temperatur...

Page 14: ...the mains power supply is ON That the plug is firmly in the mains socket If the appliance still does not work after checking the above Consult the retailer for possible repair or replacement If the re...

Page 15: ...ns below This unit is designed to operate on the stated current only Connecting to other power sources may damage the appliance Connect a three pin plug as follows The wires in this mains lead are col...

Page 16: ...rchase is not available then repair and or service charges may be payable by the customer to the supplier 4 The faulty product must be taken to the supplier s service centre to exercise the warranty 5...

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