VITEK VT-8306 G Steam Iron Instruction Manual

G Steam Iron
Instruction Manual

IRON VT-8306 G
The iron is intended for ironing clothes and bedding and for vertical steaming of fabrics.

DESCRIPTION

1. a Water spray
2. Water inlet lid
3. Continuous steam supply knob
4. Water spray button
5. Burst of steam button
6. Handle
7. Power cord protection| 8. Base of the iron
9. On/off indicator of the heating element
10. Water tank
11 . Temperature control knob
12. “MAX” water level mark
13. Soleplate
14. Self-cleaning button
15. Beaker
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SAFETY MEASURES
Attention! For additional protection, it is reasonable to install a residual current device (RCD) with a nominal operating current not exceeding 30 mA. To install RCD contact a specialist.
SAFETY MEASURES
Before using the unit, read this instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference. Use the unit 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 his/her property.

• Before switching the unit on, make sure that your home mains voltage corresponds to the iron operating voltage.
• The power cord is equipped with a “europlug”; plug it into the socket with a reliable grounding contact.
• To avoid fire, do not use adapters for plugging the unit in.
• To avoid mains overloading, do not switch on several electrical appliances with high power consumption at a time.
• Do not use the iron outdoors and in rooms with high humidity.
• Place the iron on a flat stable surface or use a stable ironing board.
• Attention! The surfaces of the iron get hot during operation. Keep open skin areas away from iron hot surfaces or outgoing steam to avoid burns.
• Do not fill the water tank with scented liquids, vinegar, starch solution, descaling reagents, chemicals etc.
• Provide that the power cord is not on the ironing board and make sure that it does not touch hot surfaces or sharp edges
• Do not leave the unit unattended. During breaks in operation put the iron on the base (in vertical position).
• Before plugging/unplugging the iron, set the temperature control knob to the minimum position and switch the continuous steam supply off.
• Always unplug the iron when you are not using it. Always take the power plug out of the mains socket before filling the water tank.
• The water inlet lid should be closed during ironing.
• To unplug the iron, always hold the power plug; do not pull the power cord.
• To avoid electric shock, do not immerse the iron, the power cord and the plug into water or any other liquids.
• Before taking the iron away, let it cool down completely and pour out the remaining water.
• Pour out water from the water tank only after unplugging the iron.
• Never leave the plugged in iron unattended.
• Clean the unit regularly.
• Do not touch the unit body and the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not allow children to touch the unit body and the power cord during the iron operation.
• Do not leave children unattended to prevent using the unit as a toy.
• For children 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!
• This unit is not intended to be used by children. Place the unit out of reach of children during the operation and cooling down.
• The unit is not intended to be used by physically 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.
• Do not attempt to repair the unit. Do not disassemble the unit by yourself, if any malfunction is detected or after it was dropped, unplug the unit and apply to any authorized service center from the contact address list given in the warranty certificate and on the website www.vitek.ru.
• Transport the unit in the original package only.
• Keep the unit out of reach of children and disabled persons.
• There may be water residue in the tank, this is normal, as the iron has undergone factory quality control.
• During ironing and after it, do not touch the unit surface marked with the symbol. The danger of burns!

THE UNIT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY, ITS COMMERCIAL USAGE AND USAGE IN PRODUCTION AREAS AND WORK SPACES IS PROHIBITED.
BEFORE THE THE FIRST USE
After unit transportation or storage under cold (winter) conditions, it is necessary to keep it for at least 3 hours at room temperature before switching on.

• Unpack the iron; remove the protection from the iron soleplate (13), if any.
• Check the unit for damages; do not use the iron in case of damages.
• Before switching the unit on, make sure that your home mains voltage corresponds to the iron operating voltage.
• Avoid contact of the iron soleplate with sharp objects.
• There may be water residue in the tank, this is normal, as the iron has undergone factory quality control.

Note: While the first switching on the heating element of the iron burns, therefore the occurrence of a foreign smell and a small amount of smoke is possible, it is normal.
WATER SELECTION
Use tap water to fill the tank. 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.
Note Do not fill the water tank (10) with scented liquids, vinegar, starch solution, descaling reagents, chemical agents etc.
FILLING THE WATER TANK
Before filling the iron with water make sure that it is unplugged.

• Set the temperature control knob (11) to the «OFF» position and the continuous steam supply knob (3) to the leftmost position – steam supply is off.
• Open the water inlet lid (2).
• Pour water into the water tank (10) using the beaker (15) and then close the lid (2) tight.

Notes

• Do not exceed the “MAX” mark.
• If you need to refill water during ironing, switch the iron off and unplug it.
• After you finish ironing, switch the iron off, wait until it cools down completely, then open the water inlet lid (2), turn the iron over and drain the remaining water.

IRONING TEMPERATURE
Before operation test the heated iron on a piece of cloth to be sure that the iron soleplate (13) and the water tank (10) are clean.

• Always check the recommended ironing temperature indicated on the tag before ironing.
• If there is no tag with recommendations for ironing, but you know the type of fabric, use the following table to determine the proper temperature.

• 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 to synthetics, wool to wool, cotton to cotton etc.
• The iron heats up faster than it cools down. For this reason, it is recommended to begin ironing at low temperature (for instance, synthetic fabrics). After that, start ironing at higher temperatures (silk/wool). Cotton and linen items should be ironed last.
• If an item is made of mixed fabrics, the iron should be set to the lowest temperature (for instance, if an item is 60% polyester and 40% cotton, it should be ironed at the temperature used for polyester ironing «•»).
• If you cannot define the fabric structure, find a spot that is inconspicuous when the item is being worn 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 become glossy quickly should be ironed strictly in one direction (in the direction of the pile) with slight pressure.
• To avoid the appearance of glossy spots on synthetic and silk fabrics, iron them from the backside.

SETTING THE IRONING TEMPERATURE

• Place the iron on its base (8).
• Insert the power plug into the main socket.
• Turn the control knob (11) to set the required ironing temperature: «•», «••», «•••» or «MAX», depending on the type of fabric, the indicator (9) will light up.
• Once the soleplate (13) reaches the set temperature, the indicator (9) will go out and you can start ironing.

Notes:

• If you are ironing at a high temperature and you need to switch to a lower temperature, it is recommended to wait until the soleplate temperature decreases and resume ironing only after the indicator (9) lights up.
• While steam ironing, set the ironing temperature to «•••» or «MAX», the steam ironing section is marked with corresponding symbols on the temperature control knob (11).

WATER SPRAY

• You can dampen the fabric by pressing the spray button (4) several times.
• Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank (10).

DRY IRONING

• Place the iron on its base (8).
• Insert the power plug into the mains socket.
• Set the continuous steam supply knob (3) to the leftmost position – the continuous steam supply is off.
• Turn the control knob (11) to set the required ironing temperature: «•», «••», «•••» or «MAX», depending on the type of fabric, the indicator (9) will light up.
• When the soleplate (13) reaches the set temperature, the indicator (9) will go out, you can start ironing.
• After you finish ironing, set the temperature control knob (11) to the “OFF” position.
• Pull the power plug out of the main socket and let the iron cool down completely.

STEAM IRONING

While steam ironing, set the ironing temperature to «MAX» or «•••», the steam ironing section is marked with corresponding symbols on the temperature control knob (11). The iron is provided with an anti-drip valve that stops the water supply if the soleplate temperature is too low; this prevents dripping from the soleplate (13) openings. During the heating and cooling of the iron soleplate (13), you will hear characteristic clicks of the anti-drip valve opening/closing, which indicates its normal operation.

• Place the iron on its base (8).
• Set the continuous steam supply knob (3) to the leftmost position – continuous steam supply is off
• Insert the power plug into the mains socket.
• Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank (10).
• Turn the control knob (11) to set the required ironing temperature: «•••» or «MAX»; the indicator (9) will light up.
• Once the temperature of the soleplate (13) reaches the set point, the indicator (9) will go out and you can start ironing.
• Turn the continuous steam supply knob (3) to set the steam generation rate, steam will start going out from the soleplate (13) openings. The knob (3) has two fixed positions that allow for controlling steam supply intensity. Move the knob (3) to the right to switch the steam supply on.
• After you finish ironing, set the temperature control knob (11) to the “OFF” position, and the continuous steam supply knob (3) to the leftmost position – the steam supply is off.
• Pull the power plug out of the main socket and let the iron cool down completely.

ATTENTION!
If steam is not supplied constantly during the operation, check whether the temperature control knob (11) is set properly and whether there is water in the water tank (10). BURST OF STEAM
The burst of steam function is useful for ironing folds and can only be used at high ironing temperatures (when the temperature control knob (11) is set to the position «•••» or “MAX”).

• When pressing the burst of steam button (5) steam will go out of the iron soleplate more intensively.

Note: To avoid water leakage from steam openings, press the burst of steam button (5) with a 4-5 sec. interval. To avoid dripping, do not hold the burst of a steam button (5) longer than 5 seconds.
VERTICAL STEAM
Vertical steam function can be used only at high ironing temperatures (that is, when the temperature control knob (11) is set to the position «•••» or “MAX”). Hold the iron vertically at a distance of 10-30 cm from the clothes and press the burst of a steam button (5) with a 4–5 second interval, steam will be released from the soleplate (13) intensively.
Important information
Vertical steam is not recommended for synthetic fabrics.

• To avoid fabric melting, do not touch it with the iron soleplate while steaming.
• Never steam clothes on a person as the steam temperature is very high, use clothes hanger or a stand.
• After you finish ironing, switch the iron off, wait until it cools down completely, then open the water inlet lid (2), turn the iron over, and drain the remaining water.

STEAM CHAMBER CLEANING
To prolong the service life of the iron, we recommend cleaning the steam chamber regularly, especially in regions with hard tap water.

• Set the continuous steam supply knob (3) to the leftmost position – the continuous steam supply is off.
• Fill the water tank (10) until it’s filled halfway.
• Place the iron on its base (8).
• Insert the power plug into the main socket.
• Set the control knob (11) to the maximum soleplate temperature «•••» or «MAX», the indicator (9) will light up.
• When the soleplate (13) reaches the desired temperature value, indicator (9) will go out, you can start cleaning.
• Set the temperature control knob (11) to the “OFF” position to switch off the iron.
• Unplug the unit.
• Hold the iron above the sink horizontally, and press and hold down the self-clean button (14).
• Boiling water and steam with scale will be released from the iron soleplate (13) openings.
• Slightly sway the iron back and forth, until the water goes out of the water tank (10) completely.
• Place the iron on the base (8) and let it cool down completely.
• Once the soleplate (13) cools down completely, wipe it with a dry cloth.
• Before you take the iron away for storage, make sure that there is no water in the water tank (10) and that the iron soleplate (13) is completely dry.

CLEANING AND CARE

•  Before cleaning the iron, make sure that it is unplugged and has cooled down completely
• Clean the iron body with a slightly damp cloth and then wipe it dry.
• The scale on the iron soleplate can be removed with a cloth soaked in the vinegar-water solution.
• After removing the scale, polish the soleplate surface with a dry cloth.
• Do not use abrasive substances to clean the iron soleplate and body.
• Avoid contact of the iron soleplate with sharp metal objects.

STORAGE

• Turn the temperature control knob (11) counterclockwise to the “OFF” position, and set the continuous steam supply knob (3) to the leftmost position – the steam supply is off.
• Unplug the unit.
• Open the water inlet lid (2), turn the iron over, and drain any remaining water from the water tank (10).
• Close the lid (2).
• Put the iron vertically and let it cool down completely.
• Store the iron vertically in a dry cool place out of reach of children.

DELIVERY SET

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

RECYCLING
For environmental protection do not throw out the unit and the batteries with usual household waste after its service life expiration; apply them to the specialized center for further recycling.
The waste generated during the disposal of the unit 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 disposal service or to the shop where you purchased this product.
The manufacturer preserves the right to change the design and the specifications of the unit without a preliminary notification.
Unit operating life is 3 years
Guarantee
Details regarding guarantee conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.
This product conforms to the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and to the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU.
The production date of the item is indicated in the serial number on the technical data plate. A serial number is an eleven-unit number, with the first four figures indicating the production date. For example, serial number 0606ххххххх means that the item was manufactured in June (the sixth month) 2006.

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