easy control iron Model Number: 169234 UPC: 681131692342 Customer Assistance 1 877 207 0923 (US) 1 877 556 0973 (Canada) Thank you for purchasing this GE appliance. In keeping with the GE ecomagination initiative, please consider the option to recycle the packaging material and donate any appliance you are no longer using. To read more about GE's ecomagination commitment, visit: ge.ecomagination.com Iron-169234-04 (GB).
IMPORTANT safeguards When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: read all instructions before using • • • • • • • • Use the iron only for its intended use. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids. The iron should always be turned to OFF before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). The plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change or modify the plug in any way. Use the iron on an ironing board. Ironing on any other surface may damage that surface.
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operation Before first use • • • • • • • Carefully remove all packaging materials and retain for future use. Loosen the tie (13) and completely unwind the power cord (13). Clean the outside of the iron with a damp cloth and a mild detergent. Place the iron on a flat and heat-resistant surface. Connect the power plug (13) to a suitable wall outlet.
operation • • • • • Begin ironing with the garments requiring lower temperature settings. Doing this shortens the waiting time (the iron heats up faster than it cools) and reduces the risk of scorching garments. If the garment consists of a mixture of fibres, set the iron according to the fibre that requires the lowest temperature. If uncertain about the fibre content of a garment, testing on a minor area of it before ironing is recommended. In doing this, start with a low temperature.
operation Setting the temperature • • • • • Connect the power plug (13) to a suitable wall outlet. The operation indicator (11) lights up and stays on. Set the temperature control (5) to the desired temperature setting. Place the iron on its heel (10) on a level surface (ill. d ). Allow it to heat up. Sort the garments to be ironed ( Preparing garments to be ironed). The iron is ready for use.
operation Water spray NOTE: This function can be used anytime and does not have any effect on other settings. It can be used to help iron heavy fabrics or difficult areas (collars, pockets, sleeves, creases, etc). It can also be used when ironing delicate fabrics, which cannot be steam ironed. • Fill the iron with water ( Filling the iron with water). • Set the temperature ( Setting the temperature). • Aim the spray nozzle (1) at the garment and then press the spray button (7).
operation Vertical steam ironing NOTE: This function provides an extra amount of steam to remove creases on delicate garments in a hanging position, hanging curtains or other hanging garments. During use, do not let the soleplate (15) touch delicate fabrics! Do not direct steam toward people or pets. Danger of scalding! • Prepare the iron for steam ironing ( Steam ironing). • Hold the iron about 6 inches away from the garment to be ironed. button (6).
operation Auto shut-off function If the iron is not moved for a certain period of time, it will shut off automatically: sh pu self clean max On soleplate Illustration -cott on Position Iinen • Time 30 seconds On the side 30 seconds On the heel 15 minutes • After shut off, the iron will stop heating up and the operation indicator (11) will flash. • Tilt the iron down and back to restart the iron. • The iron will begin to heat up to the previous setting.
cleaning and maintenance Self-cleaning • • • • • • • • • • • This function removes scale and mineral build-up in the steam chamber. Fill the iron to half its capacity with water ( Filling the iron with water). Connect the power plug (13) to a suitable wall outlet. Turn the function control (4) to the dry ironing position (ill. g ). Set the temperature control (5) to the highest temperature linen-cotton . Place the iron on its heel (10) and let it heat up completely.
troubleshOoting PROBLEM CAUSE Iron does not heat up. • • SOLUTION The power plug (13) is not • connected properly to the wall outlet or the circuit breaker may be tripped. The temperature • control (5) is set to off. • The auto shut-off function • has been activated. Water leaks out of the iron. • The water reservoir (12) is • overfilled. The set temperature has • not been reached or is too low. Iron does not produce steam. • • • • • Iron leaves spots on garments.
troubleshOoting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Creases are not removed. • The fabric setting is not suitable. • • The spray function or the steam blast function is not used. • Garments are scorched. • The set temperature is too high. • Choose a lower temperature setting. The soleplate (15) is scratched or damaged. • During use, the iron is placed on zippers, rivets, buttons, etc. of garments. • Avoid ironing on such accessories of garments; if necessary, contact our customer services for help.
Customer Assistance If you have a claim under this warranty, please call our Customer Assistance Number. For faster service, please have the model number and product name ready for the operator to assist you. This number can be found on the bottom of your appliance and on the front page of this manual. Model Number: __________________ Product Name: __________________ Customer Assistance Number 1.877.207.0923 (U.S.) or 1.877.556.0973 (Canada).