BRAYER BR4153 Steam Iron Instruction Manual

BRAYER BR4153 Steam Iron

DESCRIPTION

1. Steam station body
2. Water tank
3. Water tank handle
4. Iron installation place
5. Iron soleplate
6. Steam supply button « »
7. Temperature control knob
8. Iron handle
9. Steam pipe
10. Power cord
11. Support legs
12. Light indicator
13. Steam chamber descaling button
14. On/Off button « »
15. Water inlet

ATTENTION!
For additional protection it is reasonable to install a residual current device (RCD) with nominal operation current not exceeding 30 mA, to install RCD, contact a specialist.

SAFETY MEASURES AND OPERATION RECOMMENDATIONS

Read the operation instructions carefully before using the steam station, after reading keep them for future reference.

• Use the steam station for its intended purpose only, as specified in this manual.
• Mishandling the unit can lead to its breakage and cause harm to the user or damage to the user’s property, which is not covered by warranty.
• Make sure that the operating voltage of the steam station indicated on the label corresponds to your home mains voltage.
• The power cord is equipped with a «euro-plug»; insert it into a socket that has a reliable grounding connection.
• To avoid fire, do not use adapters for connecting the unit to the mains.
• To avoid mains overloading, do not switch on several electrical appliances with high power consumption at the same time.
• Do not touch the unit body, the power cord and the power plug with wet hands.
• Place the steam station on a flat steady surface. If you want to place the steam station on the ironing board, make sure that the ironing board is reliable and steady.
• Do not let the power cord be on the ironing board and touch hot surfaces and sharp edges of furniture.
• Do not use the unit near heating appliances, heat sources or open flame.
• Do not use the unit in proximity to the kitchen sink, in bathrooms, near swimming pools or other containers filled with water.
• If the unit is dropped into water, unplug it immediately, and only then you can take the unit out of water. Apply to the authorized service center for testing or repairing the unit
• Do not use the unit in places where aerosols are used or sprayed, and in proximity to highly inflammable liquids, do not use the unit in the places where such liquids are stored
• Do not use the unit outdoors.
• It is recommended not to use the unit during lightning storms.
• Protect the unit from impacts, falling, vibrations and other mechanical stress.
• Do not leave the unit unattended. During breaks between operation place the iron on the steam station body in the iron installation place.
• Always switch off and unplug the unit when you do not use it.
• Fill the tank with water additionally cleaned with a domestic filter.
• Do not fill the water tank with carbonated water, scented liquids, vinegar, starch solution, descaling reagents, chemical agents etc.
• Make sure that the water level in the tank is not above the maximal mark «MAX».

ATTENTION! The surfaces of the steam station and the iron heat up during operation. Avoid contact of open skin areas with hot surfaces of the unit or outgoing steam to avoid burns.

• Do not direct the outgoing steam at people or animals, plants or furniture pieces which can be damaged by hot steam and moisture.
• To avoid damaging the soleplate be very careful when ironing clothes with metal zippers or buttons.
• Never steam clothes directly on a person, always use a clothes hanger or a stand.
• Do not use the power cord as a carrying handle for the unit.
• Switch the steam station off and unplug it after the use or before cleaning.
• When unplugging the steam station, hold the power plug and carefully remove it from the mains socket, do not pull the power cord, as this can lead to its damage and cause a short circuit.
• To avoid electric shock, do not immerse the steam station, the power cord and the plug into water or any other liquids.
• Before taking the unit away, let it cool down completely and pour out the remaining water.
• Clean the unit regularly.
• For child safety reasons do not leave polyethylene
  bags used as packaging unattended.

Attention! Do not allow children to play with polyethylene bags or packaging film. Danger of suffocation!

• The unit is not intended for usage by children.
• Do not leave children unattended to prevent using the unit as a toy.
• Do not allow children to touch the operating surface, the unit body, the power cord or the power plug during operation of the unit. · Be especially careful if children or disabled persons are near the operating unit.
• During the unit operation and breaks between operation cycles, place the unit out of reach of children.
• The unit is not intended for usage by physically, sensory, psychically or mentally disabled persons (including children) or by persons lacking experience or knowledge if they are not under supervision of a person who is responsible for their safety or if they are not instructed by this person on the usage of the unit.
• Before using the unit, examine the power cord and the steam pipe closely and make sure that they are not damaged. If you find that the power cord, the plug or the steam pipe are damaged, do not use the unit.
• From time to time check the power cord insulation integrity.
• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, a maintenance service or similar qualified personnel to avoid danger.
• Do not repair the unit by yourself. Do not disassemble the unit by yourself, if any malfunction is detected, and after the unit was dropped, unplug it and apply to the service center.
• To avoid damages, transport the unit in the original package.
• Keep the unit in a dry cool place out of reach of children and disabled persons.

THE UNIT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY, DO NOT USE THE UNIT FOR COMMERCIAL OR LABORATORY PURPOSES.

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

After the unit’s transportation or storage at negative temperature, unpack it and wait for at least 3 hours before using.

• Unpack the steam station and remove any packaging materials and advertising stickers.
• If there is a protective film on the soleplate (5), remove it.
• There may be water residue in the tank (2), as the steam station has undergone factory quality control.
• Keep the original package.
• Read the safety measures and operating recommendations.
• Check the delivery set.
• Examine the unit for damages, in case of damage do not plug it into the mains.
• Make sure that specified specifications of power supply voltage of the unit correspond to the specifications of your mains. When using the unit in the mains with 60 Hz frequency, the unit does not need any additional settings.
• Clean the steam station body (1) and the iron soleplate (5) with a slightly damp cloth, then wipe it dry.

WATER SELECTION

• Use tap water to fill the water tank (2).
• We recommend to fill the tank (2) with water additionally cleaned with domestic filters.
• If tap water is hard, it is recommended to mix it with distilled water in proportion 1:1. If tap water is too hard, mix it with distilled water in proportion 1:2 or use distilled water only.

FILLING THE WATER TANK

ATTENTION! Before filling the water tank (2) with water make sure that the iron is switched off and unplugged.

• Take the handle (3) and remove the water tank (2).
• Fill the tank (2) with water through the water inlet (15), install the tank (2) back to its place and make sure that the tank (2) is installed properly.

Notes:

• do not let water go over the «» mark when filling the water tank (2);
• if you need to refill water during ironing, switch the unit off and disconnect the power plug (10) from the mains socket.

IRONING TEMPERATURE

• Before ironing check the recommended ironing temperature indicated on the tag.
• If the item label is marked with the symbol « » , do not iron the item.
• If there is no label on the clothes item, but you know the type of fabric, refer to the following table to determine the proper temperature.

Fabric composition| |
---|---|---

Cotton, linen

| «SHOT»|
Cotton, linen|

«MAX»

|

Cotton

|

«•••»

|

Woo

|

«••»

|
---|---|---

Synthetics

|

«•»

|

• This table is only valid for smooth materials.
• Fabrics of other types (crimped, raised, etc.) are best ironed at low temperature. · Sort items by ironing temperature first: synthetics with synthetics, wool with wool, cotton with cotton.
• The soleplate (5) heats up faster than it cools down, that’s why you should start ironing with synthetics, then increase the temperature and iron silk and wool items. Cotton and linen items should be ironed last.
• If an item is made of mixed fabrics, set the lowest ironing temperature. For instance, if an item is made from polyester and cotton, set the ironing temperature for synthetics «·».
• If you cannot define the fabric structure, find a place that is inconspicuous while wearing and select the ironing temperature experimentally (always start with the lowest temperature and raise it gradually until you get the desired result).
• Corduroy and other fabrics that can become glossy should be ironed backside.

STEAM IRONING

• To avoid appearance of glossy spots on synthetic or silk fabrics, iron them backside.

• You can iron woolen clothes on the right side, but it is recommended to use a damp gauze or ironing net.

• Install the steam station on a flat, stable, heat and moisture resistant surface so that the device is at the same level with your ironing board, if you put the steam station on an ironing board, make sure that the ironing board is secure and stable.

• Steam ironing is possible only if the temperature control knob (7) is set to the steam mode «··», «···» , «MAX» or «SHOT».
  Note: if you have set the ironing temperature to «SHOT», after pressing the steam button (6) once, the light indicator (12) will flash, wait until the light indicator (12) glows constantly and press the steam button (6) again.

• Place the iron on the steam station body (1) in the iron installation place (4).

• Insert the power plug (10) into a mains socket.

• Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank (2).

• Turn the knob (7) to set the required ironing
  temperature in the steam operation zone «··», «···», «MAX» or «SHOT».

• Switch the iron on by pressing the on/off button (14) « », the iron will switch on and the light indicator (12) will start flashing.

• Once the soleplate (5) temperature reaches the set one, the indicator (12) will glow constantly, you can start ironing.

• During the operation hold the iron by the handle (8).

• To switch the steam supply on, press the steam supply button (6) « », for constant steam supply, press and hold the button (6), to switch the steam supply off, release the button (6).

• Before starting work, you need to release some steam, because condensate may accumulate in the steam pipe (9), to do this, press the steam supply button (6) « 

• », directing the steam, for example, onto a kitchen towel, drops of water and steam will come out of the holes of the iron soleplate (5).

Notes:

• when the unit is switched on for the first time a foreign smell can appear – it is normal and is not covered by warranty;
• each time you press the steam supply button (6) « », the pump is switched on, the operation of which is accompanied by a characteristic sound;
• when the water tank (2) is empty, the sound of the pump will be much louder, switch the unit off by pressing the on/off button (14) « », unplug the power plug (10), remove the tank (2) and pour water into it, install the tank (2) back to its place, switch the unit on and continue working;
• during operation, the steam pressure may change slightly, since with prolonged vaporization the water temperature in the steam chamber decreases by several degrees, if you take a short break in operation, then the steam pressure will automatically recover; – make sure that the steam pipe (9) doesn’t bend and twist during the operation.
• During breaks and after operation place the iron on the steam station body (1) in the iron installation place (4), you can put the iron on its base on a stable surface.
• After you finish using the iron, set the temperature control knob (7) to the position «·», press the on/off button (14) « ».

Note: Before switching the iron off, wait for a while until the steam from the holes of the soleplate (5) has stopped, otherwise, when the unit is switched on again, drops of steam or water will be emitted from the soleplate (5).

• Disconnect the power plug (10) from the mains socket and wait until the iron soleplate (5) cools down completely.

VERTICAL STEAMING

• Vertical steaming of fabrics or interior objects can be performed only in the high temperature ironing mode. Set the temperature control knob (7) to the positions «··», «···» or «MAX» or «SHOT»).
• Hold the iron vertically at a distance of 5-20 cm from clothes or interior items and press the steam supply button (6) « », for constant steam supply press and hold the button (6), steam will intensively come out of the holes of the iron soleplate (5), to turn off steam, release the button (6).

ATTENTION!

• Do not direct outgoing steam at people, animals, plants or objects in the room which can be damaged by hot steam and moisture.
• Do not steam synthetic materials as they may be damaged due to the high temperature of the outgoing steam.
• After vertical steaming iron the clothes item several times without steaming.
• Do not steam clothes on a person. Use a clothes hanger or a coat rack.
• After you finish vertical steaming, put the iron on the steam station body (1) in the iron installation place (4), wait for a while until the steam stops coming out of the holes of the soleplate (5), press the on/off button (14) « », remove the power plug (10) from the mains socket and wait until the iron soleplate (5) has completely cooled down.

AUTOMATIC SWITCH OFF

• If you do not press the steam button (6) « » within 10 minutes, the steam station will go into standby mode, to exit the standby mode, press the steam button (6) « » or change the heating temperature of the soleplate (5), by turning the temperature control knob (7).
• If you do not press the steam button (6) « » within 20 minutes, the steam station will automatically switch off, switch the unit on by pressing the on/off button (14) « » and wait for the soleplate (5) to heat up.

STEAM CHAMBER CLEANING

• To prolong the life of the steam station and maintain good steam performance, use the automatic descaling function once every 2 weeks.
• Use the automatic descaling function more often in the regions with «hard» tap water.
• The steam station will remind you about descaling with a sound signal and a glowing indicator on the steam chamber descaling button (13).

1. Make sure that the power plug (10) is not inserted into the mains socket.

2. Remove the water tank (2) and fill it with water up to maximal level «MAX» and install the tank (2) back to its place.
   Note: do not pour vinegar or any other descaling agents into the tank (2).

3. Set the temperature control knob (7) to the position «SHOT».

4. Connect the power plug (10) into a mains socket, press the on/off button (14) « », the iron will switch on and the light indicator (12) will flash. When the iron soleplate (5) reaches the set temperature, the indicator (12) will glow constantly.

5. Place the iron horizontally above the sink, press and hold the steam chamber cleaning button (13), the light indicator of the button (13) will flash, you will hear short sound signals and the sound of the pump operating.

6. The duration of cleaning the steam chamber is about 2 minutes, after the completion of the descaling process, the light indicator of the button (13) will stop flashing, the sound signals will stop.

• Switch the unit off and unplug the power plug (10) from the mains socket, wait until the iron cools down.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Before cleaning the steam station make sure that it is switched off and the iron is cold and the power plug is not connected to the mains socket.
• Wipe the steam station body (1) and the iron with a slightly damp cloth, and then wipe them dry.
• You can remove the mineral deposit from the iron soleplate (5) with a cloth soaked in table vinegar.
• Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the steam station body (1), the iron body and the soleplate (5).
• Avoid contact of the iron soleplate (5) with sharp metal objects, as well as with metal buttons, zippers etc.
• Do not immerse the steam station body (1), the iron, the power cord and the power plug (10) into water or any other liquids.

STORAGE

• Before taking the steam station away for storage drain the remaining water from the water tank (2) and clean the steam station body (1) and the iron.
• Set the temperature control knob (7) to the position «·».
• Keep the unit in a dry cool place out of reach of children and disabled persons.

DELIVERY SET

1. Steam station ­ 1 pc.
2. Instruction manual ­ 1 pc.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Power supply: 220-240 V, ~ 50/60 Hz
• Rated input power: 2800 W
• Water tank capacity: 1.8 l
• Continuous steam: up to 160 g/min
• Pressure in the steam chamber ­ up to 6.5 bar

RECYCLING

To prevent possible damage to the environment or harm to the health of people by uncontrolled waste disposal, after expiration of the service life of the unit or the batteries (if included), do not discard them with usual household waste, take the unit and the batteries to specialized stations for further recycling.
The waste generated during the disposal of products is subject to mandatory collection and consequent disposal in the prescribed manner.
For further information about recycling of this product apply to a local municipal administration, a household waste disposal service or to the shop where you purchased this product.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the design, structure and specifications not affecting general operation principles of the unit, without prior notice.
The unit operating life is 3 years
The manufacturing date is specified in the serial number.
In case of any malfunctions, it is necessary to apply promptly to the authorized service center.

Customer Support

Hergestellt für «Ruste GmbH»,
Berggasse 18/18, 1090 Wien,
Osterreich
Produced for «Ruste GmbH»,
Berggasse 18/18, 1090 Vienna, Austria
Изготовлено по заказу Русте Гмбх,
Бергассе 18/18, 1090 Вена, Австрия
Уполномоченное изготовителем
лицо: ООО «Грантэл»
143912, МО, г. Балашиха,
ш. Энтузиастов, вл. 1А
т.: +7(495) 297-50-20,
e-mail:info@brayer.su
Made in China/Произведено в Китае

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