Sunbeam 4229 Steam Master Irons User Manual

4229 Steam Master Irons
User Manual

www.sunbeam.com
P.N. 122015 REV. A
MODELS: 4229, 4230, 4231, 4232 4233, 4234, 4235

FEATURES OF YOUR STEAM MASTER® IRON

1. SPRAY MIST® Release
2. Covered Water Fill Hole
3. Fabric Select Dial
4. Steam Lever
5. SPRAY MIST® Button
6. SHOT OF STEAM®/ Vertical Steam Button (select models only)
7. Power Indicator Light / Restart Button (select models only)
8. Soft Grip Handle
9. Secure Cord™ Retraction (select models only)
10. 360° Tangle-Free Swivel Cord (select models only)
11. Anti-Calcium System (select models only)
12. Self Clean Button
13. See-Through Water Reservoir/Maximum Fill Line
14. Soleplate
15. Storage Strip™

Visit www.sunbeam.com for an Ironing Guide and Ironing Tips

TO FILL THE WATER RESERVOIR (use tap water)

1. Make sure the iron is unplugged. Set the Steam Lever to (Dry) and the Fabric-Select Dial to OFF.
2. Lift the Water Fill Hole Cover.
3. Fill water cup with tap water and pour water into iron water reservoir. Do not fill water reservoir beyond maximum fill level.
   WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, be careful when filling a hot iron with water. Hot metal parts, hot water and steam can cause injuries.

DRY IRONING

1. Make sure the Steam Lever is turned to the (Dry) setting.
2. Plug the cord into a 120-Volt AC outlet.
3. Turn the large Fabric Select Dial to the fabric setting you desire. Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.
   While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
   Note: While the Steam Lever is turned to the (Dry) setting, you may still use the SHOT OF STEAM® or SPRAY MIST® feature, as long as the Fabric Select Dial is set to wool, cotton, or linen. Please make sure the water reservoir is approximately 1/4 full of water.

STEAM IRONING

1. Follow the instructions for “Filling the Water Reservoir.”
2. Plug the cord into a 120-Volt AC outlet.
3. Turn the Fabric Select Dial to the fabric setting you desire. Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.
   While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.
   IMPORTANT: When not ironing, always set the Steam Lever to (Dry) and the Fabric Select Dial to OFF.

USING THE IRON’S SPECIAL FEATURES

SPRAY MIST® FEATURE is a powerful water spray mist that dampens the fabric to aid in removing wrinkles from heavy fabrics and for setting creases.
TO USE THE SPRAY MIST® FEATURE: Press the Spray Mist® button firmly.
SHOT OF STEAM® FEATURE provides an extra burst of steam for deep penetration of stubborn wrinkles. You can use this feature while Dry or Steam ironing, as long as the Fabric Select Dial is set to wool, cotton, or linen. The water reservoir must be approximately 1/4 full of water.
TO USE THE SHOT OF STEAM® FEATURE: Place the iron on top of the wrinkle and press the Shot of Steam® button each time you would like an extra burst of steam. The Shot of Steam® feature may be used continuously in approximately 3-second intervals.
VERTICAL STEAM (select models only) allows your iron to function as a garment steamer.
Tip: When using vertical steam on clothing, hang the clothing on a clothes hanger for best results.
Hanging curtains and drapes may also be steamed.

TO USE VERTICAL STEAM:

1. Make sure that the iron has heated up (2 minutes).
2. Hold the iron in a vertical position, with the iron close to but not touching the fabric you want to steam.
3. With your other hand, pull the fabric tight.
4. Press the Shot of Steam® button in approximately 3-second intervals as you move the iron across the wrinkled area.
   WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, keep your hand away from the area being steamed.
   WARNING: DO NOT steam garments while wearing them; this may result in injuries.

30 MINUTE TIMED AUTO-OFF (select models only)
When the iron is plugged in, the Auto-Off activates automatically after 30 minutes. The Auto-Off will activate in any position after the 30 minutes. Once the Auto-Off activates, the power  indicator light will turn off and the iron stops heating.
TO RESTART THE IRON: Press the Restart Button (Power Indicator Light).
If you do NOT want to iron any longer, unplug the iron. Then move the Variable Steam Lever to (Dry) and the Fabric Select Slider to Off.
WARNING: The Auto-Off is a safety feature and is not a recommended means for turning your iron off. See “Caring for Your Iron After Use.”

MOTION SMART AUTO-OFF FEATURE (select models only)
When the iron is plugged in, the Power Indicator will light steadily, indicating that there is power to the iron.
IF YOU LEAVE THE IRON:

• in a horizontal position without moving it, or accidentally tip the iron over, it will automatically stop heating after 30 seconds. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron  has stopped heating.
• in a vertical position (on its heel rest) without moving it, the iron will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped  heating.

IMPORTANT: The Power Indicator will continue to blink until the iron is unplugged or reset.
TO RESET THE IRON: Move the iron back and forth and allow it to reheat for 2 minutes.
The indicator will stop blinking and the iron will start heating again.
WARNING: Motion Smart®
Auto-Off is a safety feature, not a recommended means for turning your iron off. See “Caring for Your Iron After Use” for information on turning off your iron and storing it safely between  use.

STORAGE STRIP ™ INDICATOR (select models only) is an easy way to see when the iron is cool enough to store.
TO USE THE STORAGE STRIP™ INDICATOR: Turn iron on. In approximately 2 minutes, the STORAGE STRIP™ INDICATOR will turn from black to red, indicating that the iron is too  hot to store.
When the iron is turned off, it will take the iron approximately 30-40 minutes for the STORAGE STRIP™ INDICATOR to turn from red to black, indicating that the iron is cool enough to  store.
CAUTION: The STORAGE STRIP™ indicator should only be used as a guideline. The iron should always be handled and stored with care.

SECURECORD™ RETRACTION (select models only) allows you to safely retract your power cord without a whipping effect.

1. Select the amount of cord desired before plugging into an electrical outlet. Do not pull cord past red indicator.
2. To retract the cord use the cord prongs to press the retraction button. Hold the iron with one hand and use the other hand to grab the end of the cord. (failure to hold plug may cause plug to  fly)
3. The cord reel is compact for multi-layer winding of the cord. In case cord is not fully rewound, pull out the cord and steer cord evenly on the reel.
4. In case the cord is not pulled out easily, pull cord firmly.
5. Do not allow children to use retractable cord feature as the cord may cause injury.

CARING FOR YOUR IRON AFTER USE

TURNING OFF YOUR IRON: Turn the Steam Lever to (Dry) and Fabric Select Dial to Off and unplug the iron from the power source.
WARNING: NEVER yank the power cord when unplugging the iron. This can damage the cord.
STORING YOUR IRON

1. Turn off iron following instructions above. Allow the iron to cool.
2. If you do not use your iron on a daily basis, empty the water reservoir after each use for a longer iron life. To do so, unplug the iron, turn the iron upside down, open the fill hole cover, and  allow water to flow from the fill hole. Shake the iron gently to remove trapped water drops.
3. If your iron does not have a retractable cord, loosely loop the power cord around the heel rest and store the iron on its heel rest.
   IMPORTANT: Wrapping the cord around the iron too tightly can damage the cord.

MAINTAINING YOUR STEAM MASTER® IRON

CLEANING THE SOLEPLATE: turn off iron following instructions above. Clean the soleplate if starch or other residue accumulate.
TO CLEAN THE SOLEPLATE: allow the iron to cool and then wipe it with a soft, damp cloth.
WARNING: DO NOT use abrasive cleansers, scouring pads or vinegar to clean the soleplate. This will damage the finish. Run the iron over an all-cotton cloth to remove any residue.
USING THE SELF-CLEANING FEATURE: You should use the Self-Cleaning feature once a month to maintain the optimal performance of your iron.
TO USE THE SELF-CLEANING FEATURE:
Turn off iron following instructions above.

1. Move the Steam Lever back and forth several times to remove debris and minerals from the Steam Valve. This keeps water flowing into the steam chamber.

2. Fill the water reservoir with tap water to the MAX line.

3. Plug in the iron, set the Fabric Select Dial to Linen and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.

4. Unplug the iron.

5. Hold the iron over a sink in a horizontal position.
   WARNING: Be careful not to touch the iron’s hot surfaces.

6. Press the Self-clean Button and hold. Water will begin dripping from the steam vents. Slowly rock the iron side to side and front to back for 30 seconds. When rocking the iron, dip the  nose of the iron slightly below the rear of the iron to make certain the water circulates completely. Release the Self-clean Button after one minute.

7. Open the fill cap, turn the iron upside down, and allow the remaining water to flow out of the fill hole.

8. Dry the soleplate with a towel.

9. Plug in the iron and set the Fabric Select Dial to Linen. Let the iron heat for 2 minutes to dry out the iron completely.

10. Set the Fabric Select Dial to the Off, unplug the iron, and allow it to cool.

ANTI-CALCIUM SYSTEM (select models only)
The STEAM MASTER® iron houses an anti-calcium filter in the reservoir, which eliminates impurities from the water. This is a permanent system located inside the water reservoir.
TO PROLONG THE EFFICIENCY OF THIS FILTER, FOLLOW THESE STEPS OCCASIONALLY:

1. Unplug the iron and allow it to cool.
2. Locate the water cup that accompanied the iron. Fill it with water ¾ full. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to water and fill the water reservoir with this solution.
3. Leave the solution in the water reservoir for 15 minutes, shaking occasionally, and then empty it.
4. Fill the water reservoir a second time with the salt water solution, shaking occasionally and empty it again after 15 minutes.
5. Fill the tank with fresh water to rinse and empty.

1 Year Limited Warranty

Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively  “JCS”) warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this product  or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no  longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or  mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain  warranty performance. JCS dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to  the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood,  hurricanes and tornadoes.

What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above  warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages  or loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province, state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

How to Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A. –
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1.800.458.8407 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In Canada –
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1.800.667.8623 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim  in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

For product questions:
Sunbeam Consumer Service
USA: 1.800.458.8407
Canada: 1.800.667.8623
www.sunbeam.com
©2008 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions.
All rights reserved. Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc.
doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.

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