5
GETTING STARTED
A QUICK WORD ABOUT LIMESCALE
Modern Steam Irons (like this one) give a much higher steam output than their
counterparts from the 80s and 90s. That makes ironing a lot easier! However, to get
this high performance, modern Steam Irons use high precision components inside.
These can be ruined by excessive limescale build up.
Depending on where you live, limescale can have a major impact on the operational
life and efficiency of steam irons. Have a quick look inside your kettle! If it has a lot of
limescale deposits, then
we strongly recommend that you use bottled, filtered or
distilled water in this iron.
Your Steam Generator iron is equipped with a removable filter that can prevent
some limescale from damaging the pump inside. However, it does have limits and is
not covered by your warranty. Replacement filters are available from our website at
www.swan-brand.com
but, depending on where you live, a filter can last 2 years in
Halifax or just 2 months in Bristol!
PREPARE THE APPLIANCE FOR USE:
•
Remove any stickers, protective foil or
storage cover from the soleplate.
•
Remove tank & filter, fill tank to below
MAX level, refit filter and replace the tank.
A CLICK sound will be heard to indicate
tank is in place (see image)
•
Connect the iron to the mains supply and
turn the thermostat control to MAX
•
Note: It is normal for a slight odour to
come from the unit during the first use.
This is due to light oils used to preserve
components during manufacture.The
odour will disappear after first use.
•
The carry handle can be lifted or lowered
by pressing the buttons either side
simultaneously (see image)
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