ARDESTO IR-B2234 Steam Iron Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: ARDESTO

Table of Contents

ARDESTO IR-B2234 Steam Iron
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE
ANTI-CALC SYSTEM
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
STEAM IRONING
- Setting the steam
CLEANING
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
Warranty conditions
- Coupon
References
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ARDESTO IR-B2234 Steam Iron

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

Use iron only for its intended use.
To protect against a 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.
Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces Let iron cool completely before putting away Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or emptying and when not in use.
Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing board.
Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down there may be hot water in the reservoir.
If the malfunction indicator goes on, the flatiron is not operating normally. Disconnect from the power supply and have the flatiron serviced by qualified service personnel.
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and over 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 should not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by unsupervised children.
Use and store the device on a flat, stable surface. When you place the device on a stand, check that the surface on which it is standing is flat.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, service center or similarly qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard.
The iron together with the cord should be kept in a place inaccessible to children under the age of 8, if it is connected to an outlet or getting cool.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit.
If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.

MORE SPECIFICALLY

DO NOT let children or untrained persons use the appliance without supervision.
NEVER immerse the iron, cable or plug in any liquid.
DO NOT leave the hot iron touching fabrics or very inflammable surfaces.
DO NOT leave the appliance unnecessarily plugged in.
Disconnect the plug from the mains when the appliance is not being used.
NEVER touch the appliance with wet or damp hands.
DO NOT use the power cord or the appliance in order to pull the plug out of the socket.
DO NOT leave the appliance exposed to the weather (rain, sun, etc.).
DO NOT leave the iron without supervision when it is connected to the power supply.
DO NOT fill the reservoir with water before removing the plug from the socket.
PLEASE NOTE: Do not use chemical additive, scented substances or decalcifiers.
Failure to comply with the above-mentioned regulations leads to the loss of guarantee.

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EQUIPMENT

Iron – 1 pc.
Beaker – 1 pc.
Instruction manual (warranty card is included) – 1 pc.

DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE

The pictures in this manual are just for reference. Please take the appearance of the actual product as the standard. ARDESTO-IR-B2234-Steam-Iron-
FIG-1

A. Spray nozzle
B. Water inlet cover
C. Steam regulator
D. Spray button
E. Burst steam button
F. Cord bushing
G. Indicator light
H. Temperature control dial
I. Water tank
J. Soleplate

ANTI-CALC SYSTEM

A special resin filter inside the water reservoir softens the water and prevents scale build-up in the plate. The resin filter is permanent and does not need replacing.

PLEASE NOTE: use tap water only. Distilled and/or demineralized water makes the anti-calc system ineffective by altering its physicochemical characteristics. Do not use chemical additives, scented substances or decalcifiers. Failure to comply with the above-mentioned regulations leads to the loss of guarantee.

ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM

With the anti-drip system, you can perfectly iron even the most delicate fabrics. Always iron these fabrics at low temperatures. The plate may cool down to the point where no more steam comes out, but rather drops of boiling water that can leave marks or stains. In these cases, the Anti-drip system automatically activates to prevent vaporization, so that you can iron the most delicate fabrics without risk of spoiling or staining them.

AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF

The automatic shut off device trips after the iron has been left for approx. eight minutes in the upright position or unused for approx. Thirty seconds in the horizontal position. The light comes on to indicate that shut off has tripped. As soon as you move the iron, the device turns off and the iron starts working again.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

When using the iron for the first time, you may notice a slight emission of smoke and hear some sounds made by the expanding plastics. This is quite normal and it stops after a short time. Remove protection cover from the soleplate and clean it with a soft cloth. It also recommends passing the iron over an ordinary cloth before using it for the first time.

PREPARATIONS

Soft laundry to be ironed according to the international symbols on the garment label, or if this is missing, according to the type of fabric:

ARDESTO-IR-B2234-Steam-Iron-FIG-3

Start ironing the garments requiring a low temperature. This reduces the waiting times (the iron takes less time to heat up than to cool down) and eliminates the risk of scorching the fabric.

STEAM IRONING

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Filling the reservoir

Check that the plug is disconnected from the socket.
Move the steam regulator (C) to the «OFF» position [Fig. 1].
Open the water inlet cover (B).
Raise the tip of the iron to help the water enter the opening without overflowing.
Slowly pour the water into the reservoir using the special measure and taking care not to go over the maximum level (about 350 ml) indicated by “MAX” on the reservoir [Fig. 2].
Close the water inlet cover (B).

Setting the temperature

Put the iron in a vertical position.
Put the plug in the socket.
Adjust the temperature control dial (H) according to the international symbol on the garment label [Fig. 3]. The plate temperature control light (F) indicates that the iron is heating up. Wait until the plate temperature control light goes off before ironing.

Warning: during ironing, the light indicator (G) turns on periodically, indicating that the selected temperature is maintained. If you lower the temperature after ironing at a high temperature, do not start ironing until the indicator light goes out.

Setting the steam

The quantity of steam is regulated by the steam regulator (C).

Move the steam selector to a position between minimum and maximum depending on the quantity of steam required and the temperature selected [Fig. 1].
Set the steam regulator (C) to the desired position

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 regulator to the «OFF» position. As indicated on the temperature control dial (H) and in the initial table, you can only use steam at the highest temperatures. If the selected temperature is too low, water may drip onto the plate.

CAUTION: If the steam iron has been used for a long time, it can be hot and there is no water in the water tank. Do not refill it with water until the steam iron cools down.

SETTING SHOT-STEAM AND STEAM WHEN IRONING VERTICALLY

Press the burst steam button (E) to generate a powerful burst of steam that can penetrate the fabrics and smooth the most difficult and tough creases. Wait for a few seconds before pressing again [Fig. 4]. By pressing the shot- steam button at intervals you can also iron vertically (curtains, hung garments, etc.) [Fig. 5].

Warning: the shot-steam function can only be used at high temperatures. Stop the emission when the plate temperature control light comes on, then start ironing again only after the light has gone off.

DRY IRONING

To iron without steam, follow the instructions in section “steam ironing”, leaving the steam regulator (C) to the «OFF» position. The steam iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the water tank, it is best to avoid having the water tank full while dry ironing.

SPRAY FUNCTION

Make sure that there is water in the reservoir. Press the spray button (D) slowly (for a dense spray) or quickly (for a vaporized spray) [Fig. 6].

Warning: for delicate fabrics, we recommend moistening the fabric beforehand using the spray function (D), or putting a damp cloth between the iron and the fabric. To avoid staining, do not use the spray on silk or synthetic fabrics.

CLEANING

Please note: before cleaning the iron in any way, make sure that the appliance plug is not connected to the socket.

Any deposits, starch residue or size left on the plate can be removed using a damp cloth or an unabrasive liquid detergent. Avoid scratching the plate with steel wool or metallic objects. The plastic parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth then wiped over with a dry cloth.

SELF-CLEANING

The self-cleaning feature cleans inside the plate, removing impurities. We recommend using it every 10-15 days.

Directions

Fill the reservoir up to the maximum level indicated and set the steam regulator (C) to the «OFF» position.
Set the temperature control dial (H) to the maximum temperature and wait for the indicator light (G) to turn off.
Pull the plug out of the socket and hold the iron horizontally over the sink.
Push the steam regulator (С) to the self-clean position and hold on it until all the boiling water, steam, impurities come out [Fig. 7].
When self-cleaning is completed, plug into the power supply again, switch the steam regulator (C) to the «OFF» position and dry heating the iron until the indicator light turn off. Turn the temperature control dial (H) to minimum position. Disconnect the iron from the electric outlet. Turn the iron upside down and allow water to drain out.

AFTER THE IRONING

Disconnect the plug of the iron from the socket.
Empty the reservoir by turning the iron upside down and gently shaking it.
Leave the iron to cool down completely.
Roll up the power cord with the rewinder.
Always store the iron in a vertical position.

ADVICES FOR GOOD IRONING

We recommend using the lowest temperatures with fabrics that have unusual finishes (sequins, embroidery, flush, etc.).
If the fabric is mixed (e.g. 40% cotton 60% synthetics), set the thermostat to the temperature of the fiber 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.
The size is more effective if you use a dry iron at a moderate temperature: excess heat scorches it with the risk of forming a yellow mark.
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 fiber) and do not press down on the iron.
The heavier the 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. For example, silk should always be ironed damp.

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

Warranty conditions

The plant guarantees normal operation of the product within 12 months from the date of the sale, provided that the consumer complies with the rules of operation and care provided by this Manual. Service life of the product is 5 years. In order to avoid any misunderstanding we kindly ask you to carefully study the Owner’s Manual, the terms of warranty, and check the correctness of filling the Warranty Card. The Warranty Card is valid only if the following information is correctly and clearly stated: model, serial number of the product, date of sale, clear seals of the company-seller, signature of the buyer. The model and serial number of the product must correspond to those specified in the Warranty Card. If these terms are violated, and if the information specified in the Warranty Card is changed, erased or rewritten, the Warranty Card is considered invalid. Setup and installation (assembly, connection, etc.) of the appliance are described in the attached documentation; they can be carried out both by the user, and by specialists having the necessary qualification sent by USC or selling companies (on a paid basis).

In this case, the person (the institution) installing the appliance shall be responsible for the correctness and quality of installation (setup). Please pay attention to the importance of the correct installation of the appliance, both for its reliable operation, and for obtaining warranty and free service. Require the installation specialist to enter all the necessary information about the installation in the Warranty Card. In case of failure of the appliance during the warranty period by the fault of the manufacturer, the owner is entitled to free warranty repair upon presentation of the correctly filled Warranty Card together with the appliance in the factory configuration packed in the original packaging to the warranty workshop or the place of its purchase. Satisfaction of the customer’s claim due to the fault of the manufacturer shall be made in accordance with the law «On Protection of Consumers’ Rights». In the case of warranty repair the warranty period shall be extended for the period of repair and shipment.

WARRANTY CARD

Dear Buyer! Congratulations on your purchase of the ARDESTO brand appliance, which was designed and manufactured in accordance with the highest quality standards, and we thank you for choosing this particular instrument. We ask you to keep the coupon during the warranty period. When purchasing a product, require a full warranty card.

Warranty service is carried out only if there is a correctly and clearly filled original warranty card, which indicates: product model, date of sale, serial number, warranty service period, and the seller’s seal.
The service life of household appliances is 5 years.
The product is intended for consumer use. When using the product in commercial activities, the seller / manufacturer does not bear warranty obligations, after-sales service is performed on a paid basis.
Warranty repair is carried out within the period specified in the warranty card for the product in an authorized service center on the conditions and terms determined by applicable law.
The product is withdrawn from the warranty in case of violation by the consumer of the operating rules set forth in the instruction manual.
The product is removed from warranty service in the following cases:
- misuse and non-consumer use;
- mechanical damage;
- damage caused by the ingress of foreign objects, substances, liquids, insects;
- damage caused by natural disasters (rain, wind, lightning, etc.), fire, domestic factors (excessive humidity, dust, aggressive environment, etc.)
- damage caused by non-compliance of power and cable network parameters with state standards and other similar factors;
- when operating equipment in the power supply network with a missing single ground loop;
- in case of violation of seals installed on the product;
- lack of serial number of the device, or inability to identify it.
The warranty does not cover consumables and accessories, as well as filters, shelves, drawers, stands and other containers for storing products.
The warranty period is 12 months from the date of sale.