Lakeland 53395 Digital Steam Iron User Guide

Lakeland 53395 Digital Steam Iron

LAKELAND DIGITAL STEAM IRON

• Thank you for choosing the Lakeland Digital Steam Iron.

• Please take a little time to read this booklet before getting started and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

• This Digital Steam Iron has 4 variable heat settings covering all fabrics that can be ironed, from synthetics to linen and everything in between.
  Simple press button controls allow you to iron your clothes on the correct heat setting, with or without variable steam, to a perfectly pressed finish. It has a smooth gliding anodised soleplate with many tiny holes to help steam penetrate fabric.

• Here at Lakeland, our award-winning family-owned business still offers the same excellent quality, value for money and exceptional customer service as when we founded the company back in the 1960s.

• Our products are hand-picked and thoroughly tested so you can be sure that everything you purchase will be a pleasure to use for many years to come.

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Anodised soleplate
2. Anti-slip heel
3. LED light button
4. Steam shot button
5. Water spray button
6. Steam control slider
7. Increase control button
8. Decrease control button
9. Soft touch handle
10.  LED control panel
11.  Cord and plug
12.  Water tank
13.  Self-clean button
14. Maximum water level mark
15. Spray nozzle
16.  LED lights
17. Water tank cover
18. Water jug

SAFETY CAUTIONS

Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future reference. Always follow these safety cautions when using the appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as described in this instruction book.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

• Make sure your electricity supply matches the voltage shown on the appliance.

• Ensure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers are removed from the appliance before the first use.

• Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage. Do not use if damaged or has been dropped. In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault contact the Lakeland customer care team on 015394 88100.

• Do not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. Contact the Lakeland customer care team on 015394 88100.

• Always use the appliance on a dry, level, heat resistant surface. Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces or the soleplate. Allow the iron to cool completely before storing it in an upright position.

• Unplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. To disconnect, turn the socket to ‘OFF’ and remove the plug from the mains socket.

• Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than those recommended by Lakeland.

• To protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug or lid in water or other liquids.

• Do not leave the lead hanging over the edge of an ironing board, kitchen table or worktop, where it may be pulled by children, or tripped over. Avoid contact between the lead and hot surfaces.

• For indoor use only and not in bathrooms.

• For domestic use only.

• This appliance should be used for ironing fabric as described within the instructions for use that accompany it.

• Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket. Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by its lead.

• To avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in use.

• Do not connect this appliance to an external timer or remote control system.

• An earthed extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable should be at least as great as the appliance. Do not allow the cable to hang over the edge of the worktop or touch any hot surfaces.

• This appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 2014/30/EU
  (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive).

• WARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.

• CAUTION: The plastic bags used to wrap this appliance or the packaging may be dangerous. To avoid risk of suffocation, keep these bags out of reach of babies and children. These bags are not toys.

• DO NOT leave the iron unattended when in use.

• Unplug the iron before filling or emptying the water tank, before cleaning and maintenance and immediately after use.

• Only use water in the water tank. DO NOT add perfume, vinegar, chemically de-scaled water or any other substances into the water tank.

WARNING – HOT SURFACES

• Do not touch the surfaces marked with this symbol  they will be very hot during and just after use.
• Hot surfaces can burn and hot steam can scald, possible injury could occur.
• Allow the appliance to cool completely before touching, handling, moving or storing.

USING YOUR DIGITAL STEAM IRON FOR THE FIRST TIME

• Unpack the iron, remove all the packaging materials.
• Unwind the power cord.
• Fill the iron with tap water, as described below in ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
• Stand the iron upright on its anti-slip heel. Make sure the steam slider is turned to ‘No Steam’
• Plug in and switch on at the socket. The iron will bleep once, the LED control panel will be at the lowest setting and will flash until the iron has reached temperature then the heat setting will stop flashing and there will be one bleep.
• The soleplate has reached temperature.
• When you switch on the iron for the first time you may notice a slight burning smell, this is normal for a new appliance and will stop after a few uses.
• Increase the heat setting to the highest temperature, move the steam control slider to the right of the iron ‘Maximum Steam’
• You will notice steam coming out of the soleplate.
• Some residue may remain inside the iron from manufacture, so iron an old cotton cloth or tea towel for first use, do not use the iron on your laundry. Press the steam shot and water spray buttons to run water through the iron.

INCREASING AND DECREASING THE HEAT SETTINGS

• To increase the heat setting, press the ‘+’ button to increase through the settings.
• To decrease the heat setting, press the ‘-’ button to decrease through the settings.
• Each time you press the increase or decrease buttons there will be an audible bleep.

FILLING THE WATER TANK

• For best results, always make sure there is plenty of water in the tank when ironing, but do not fill the tank beyond the ‘MAX’ level.

• Only use water in the water tank. DO NOT add perfume, vinegar, chemically descaled water or any other substances into the water tank.

• Always make sure the iron is switched off and unplugged from the socket.

• Slide the steam control slider to the no steam position. This is to prevent water leaking from the soleplate onto your laundry.

• Open the water tank cover.

• Use the water jug to fill the tank with tap water, until the ‘MAX’ mark is reached. Never fill the water tank level beyond the ‘MAX’ mark.

• Close the water tank cover and wipe any water off the iron.
  ANTI-CALC SYSTEM

• There is a special resin filter inside the water tank, which softens the water and prevents limescale build-up in the steamer panel. The resin filter is permanent and does not need replacing.

• PLEASE NOTE: Use tap water only. Distilled and demineralized water makes the anti-calc system ineffective by altering its physicochemical characteristics.

• DO NOT add perfume, vinegar, chemically descaled water or any other substances into the water tank. Failure to comply with the above-mentioned regulations leads to the loss of guarantee.

ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM

• The anti-drip system automatically stops water escaping from the soleplate when the iron is too cold.
• When ironing fabrics at low temperatures, the soleplate may cool down to the point where no more steam comes out, which could lead to drops of boiling water that can leave marks or stains. In these cases, the anti-drip system automatically activates to prevent vaporisation, so that you can iron the most delicate fabrics without risk of spoiling or staining them.
• During use, it may make a clicking sound, especially during heat-up or while cooling down. This is normal and indicates that the system is working correctly.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Starting ironing garments requiring a low temperature first. Reducing the waiting time, the iron takes less time to heat up than to cool down. It will eliminate the risk of scorching the fabric.

| Fabrics with this symbol are ironable for Synthetics.
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| Fabrics with this symbol are ironable for Silk and Wool.
| Fabrics with this symbol are ironable for Cotton and Linen.
| Fabrics with this symbol are not ironable, for example, Polypropylene, Elastaine and Acrylic Fabric.

• Fill the iron with tap water, as described in ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
  Stand the iron upright on its anti-slip heel. Make sure the steam slider is turned to ‘No Steam’

• Plug in and switch on at the socket. The pilot light will blink and then illuminate.

• When the pilot light goes out, the soleplate has reached temperature

SETTING THE STEAM OUTPUT
WARNING: This appliance generates high temperature steam. To avoid the risk of severe burns, never touch the soleplate during use. Always hold the iron by its handle.

• To ensure good steam output, always make sure the water tank is at least a quarter full.
• To dry iron without steam, keep the steam control slider at ‘No Steam’
• Move the slider towards the right of the iron for more steam. The nearer it is to ‘Maximum Steam’ the more steam will come through the soleplate, depending on the quantity of steam required and the heat temperature setting selected.
• Delicate synthetic fabrics should be ironed without steam.
• WARNING : The iron gives off steam continuously only if you hold the iron horizontally. You can stop the continuous steam by placing the iron in a vertical position or by moving the steam selector to ‘No Steam’

STEAM SHOT BUTTON

• Use this button for an extra burst of steam at the front of the soleplate to help smooth out stubborn creases and wrinkles.
• Great for denim and linen, it can be used when you are ironing with or without steam.
• Lift the iron slightly above the fabric surface and press the steam shot button firmly. You may need to press the button a few times at first, to pump water through the system.

• Release the button as you iron, a shot of steam will penetrate deep into the fibres.

• For a strong steam shot, wait at least 4 seconds before pressing the button again.

• For an even stronger steam shot, slide the steam slider towards .
  VERTICAL STEAM SHOT

• You can use the steam shot button when the iron is vertical. It is great for taking creases out of curtains and garments on hangers. Follow the instructions in ‘Steam Shot’, holding the iron upright 15 to 30cm away from the fabric to avoid scorching.
  WARNING: Ensure the iron is pointed away from you and other people when using the steam shot button. Never iron clothes whilst they are being worn. Keep your fingers at a safe distance from the tip of the soleplate to avoid burning. You do not get a continuous flow of steam on this setting, it is a powerful burst of very hot steam which can burn

WATER SPRAY BUTTON

• Use this button to lightly spray your fabric with water on really stubborn creases. It can be used when you are ironing with or without steam.

• Aim the spray nozzle at your fabric and press the water spray button a couple of times to dampen the fabric with a fine mist of water, then iron.

•  Delicate synthetic fabrics should be ironed without steam, but can be sprayed.

• WARNING: For delicate fabrics, we recommend moistening the fabric beforehand using the water spray or putting a damp cloth between the iron and the fabric. To avoid staining, do not use the spray on silk or synthetic fabrics.

DRY IRONING
To iron without steam, leave the steam selector in the position ‘No Steam’

LIGHTING FUNCTION
Use the front LED lights of the iron to illuminate the corners of the clothes when ironing.
To turn on the LED light, press the button on the middle of the anti-slip heel.

AUTO SHUT-OFF

• The iron will automatically switch off when the iron is not moved and still switched on at the plug. This is a safety feature.
• The iron will switch off automatically if left in a downwards position or left on its side and not moved for 30 seconds. If left sat on its heel in a vertical position it will switch off after 8 minutes.
• The pilot light will flash to show the iron is in ‘Auto Shut-Off’ mode.
• The iron will automatically switch on when it is moved.
• The pilot light will come on until the iron has reached temperature again. This can take up to 60 seconds.

SWITCHING OFF

• When you have finished ironing, place the iron on its anti-slip heel, move the steam control slider to ‘No Steam’ turn off at the socket and unplug. Leave the iron to cool down completely.
• After every use, empty the water tank.
• Open the water tank cover and drain the water from the tank into a sink.
• Close the water tank cover.
• Always store the iron standing upright on its anti-slip heel in a safe, dry place, with the tank empty and soleplate cooled.

HINTS AND TIPS

• We recommend using the lowest temperatures with fabrics that have unusual finishes e.g. sequins, embroidery, flush, etc.
• If the fabric is mixed e.g. 40% cotton and 60% synthetics, set the heat setting to the temperature of the fibre requiring the lower temperature.
• If you don’t know the composition of the fabric, determine the suitable temperature by testing on a hidden corner of the garment. Start with a low temperature and increase it gradually until it reaches the ideal temperature.
• Never iron areas with traces of perspiration or other marks, the heat of the plate fixes the stains on the fabric, making them irremovable.
• To avoid marking silk, woolen or synthetic garments shiny, iron them inside out.
• To avoid marking velvet garments shiny, iron in one direction, following the fibre and do not press down on the iron.
• The heavier a washing machine is loaded, the more garments come out creased.
• This also happens when the spin-drying revolutions are very high.
• Many fabrics are easier to iron if they are not completely dry i.e. silk should always be ironed damp.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Question: Why is there a clicking sound?
  Answer: The anti-drip system automatically stops water escaping from the soleplate when the iron is too cold. During use, it may make a clicking sound, especially during heat-up or while cooling down. This is normal and indicates that the system is working correctly.

• Question: Why is the soleplate cold even though my iron is plugged in?
  Answer: Check the iron is plugged in and switched on at the socket. There could be a problem with the socket, if so, try a different socket. If the iron is still not working contact Lakeland Customer Services.

• Question: Why is no steam coming out of the iron?
  Answer: There may not be enough water in the water tank, see ‘Filling the Water Tank’. Alternatively, the steam slider is in the OFF position, slide it towards ON

• Question: Why is the steam shot button not working?
  Answer: There may not be enough water in the tank, see ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
  If you are using the steam shot for the first time, press the button a few times to pump water through the iron until you get a powerful steam shot.

• Question: Why is the water spray button not working?
  Answer: There may not be enough water in the tank, see ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
  If you are using the water spray button for the first time, press the button a few times to pump water through the iron until you get a spray mist.

• Question: Why is water leaking from the soleplate?
  Answer: Always turn the steam control slider to the OFF position when filling the water tank.

• Question: Why is the iron damaging the fabric?
  Answer: Check the care label of the garment to see whether the fabric is suitable for ironing. This iron cannot be used on un-ironable fabrics. If you are unsure, test the iron on the inside of the hem of the garment.

• Question: Why are flakes and impurities coming out of the soleplate?
  Answer: Hard water can cause minerals and limescale to build up inside the steam chamber. Follow the instructions in the ‘Care and Cleaning’ section.

CARE AND CLEANING

• Switch off and unplug the iron, and let it cool completely before cleaning.
• Clean thoroughly before using for the first time and after every use.
• Check the parts for wear or damage after every few uses.
• Certain fabric finishes may leave a residue on the soleplate, which can affect the performance and lead to ‘drag’ when ironing. This coating may be removed by wiping the soleplate with a textured cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or wire wool to clean the soleplate.
• To clean the steam holes, take a damp cloth and wipe away any build-up around the holes.
• Take care not to damage or scratch the soleplate by allowing it to come into contact with metal objects such as zips.
• Never use sharp or rough objects to remove the deposits on the soleplate.
• The outside of the iron can be wiped with a clean damp cloth, dry thoroughly before storing.
• Never immerse the iron in water or any other liquid.
• Never put vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.
• Empty the reservoir by turning the iron upside down and gently shaking it.
• Always store the iron empty, cooled and standing upright in a safe, dry place with the cord loosely coiled.
• Always put the iron away in a vertical position.

SELF CLEAN BUTTON

The Digital Steam Iron already has a built-in anti-calc system to combat limescale build-up, but you can use the ‘Self Clean’ button regularly to prolong the life of your iron. This function removes mineral and limescale build-up inside. We recommend using it every 10-15 days.

• Never put vinegar or any other descaling agents in the water tank.
• Fill the iron with tap water, so the tank is to the ‘MAX’ level, as described in ‘Filling the Water Tank’.
• Stand the iron upright on its anti-slip heel. Make sure the steam slider is turned to ‘No Steam’ .
• Switch off and unplug the iron and hold the iron horizontally over a sink.

WARNING: The iron soleplate will still be very hot. Hot surfaces and steam can burn and possible injury could occur.

• Press and hold down the ‘Self Clean’ button.
• Shake the iron backwards and forwards and rock from side to side. Steam and hot water will sprinkle through the holes in the soleplate.
• When all the water has drained through, release the ‘Self Clean’ button.
• Stand the iron on its anti-slip heel.
• When the soleplate has cooled down, dry with a cloth.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Power: 2000-2400W.
• Voltage: 220-240V.
• Frequency: ~50/60Hz.
• Flex length approx. 190cm. (74¾″).
• Product weight approx. 1.53kg.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The appliance is fitted with a fused three-pin plug to BS1363 which is suitable for use in all homes fitted with sockets to current specifications.

CHANGING THE 13 AMP FUSE
Use a 13 amp BS1362 fuse. Only BSI or ASTA approved fuses should be used. If you are unsure which plug or fuse to use, always refer to a qualified electrician.

Note: After replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug which has a fuse cover, the cover must be refitted to the plug; the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover. If lost, replacement fuse covers can be obtained from an electrical shop. This appliance complies with the following EU Directives: 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive) and 2014/30/EU (EMC Directive).

RECYCLING YOUR ELECTRICALS

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires UK distributors to maximise separate collection and environmentally friendly processing of WEEE.
UK distributors (including retailers) are required to provide a system which allows all customers buying new electrical equipment the opportunity to recycle their old items free of charge.
As a responsible retailer, we have met these requirements by offering all customers buying new electrical and electronic equipment free take-back of their old electricals on a like-for-like basis.

Lakeland
Alexandra Buildings, Windermere, Cumbria, UK LA23 1BQ Tel: +44(0)15394 88100 lakeland.co.uk

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