SCHNEIDER SCGS2365 Steam Station Instruction Manual

SCHNEIDER SCGS2365 Steam Station

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: SCGS2365
• Power: 220-240 V~ 50-60Hz, 2000-2400 W
• Water Tank Capacity : 1.8 L
• Steam Output: 180g / min

General Information
The CENTRALE VAPEUR STEAM STATION (Model: SCGS2365) is a steam generator designed for domestic use. It is equipped with a thermostat control and a control panel for easy operation. The device is designed to provide efficient ironing and steaming of fabrics.

Important Safety Warnings and Tips
Please read the following safety instructions before using your steam generator:

• Use the device in a domestic environment only.
• Avoid using the steam generator near water or other liquids.
• Ensure that the power socket used corresponds to the recommended current for the appliance and is properly earthed.
• Do not touch the hot soleplate before it has cooled down.
• Do not leave the device unattended when plugged in.
• Place the steam generator on a flat and stable surface.
• Avoid letting the cable come into contact with hot surfaces.
• Keep the device out of reach of children under 8 years old.
• Do not attempt to repair the device yourself if it is damaged or broken. Contact the aftersales service or a qualified electrician.

Product Usage Instructions

Before the First Use
Follow these steps before using the steam generator for the first time:

1. Place the base of the appliance on a stable and flat surface.
2. Position the iron correctly on the thermal insulation support.
3. WARNING: Do not touch the hot soleplate before it has cooled down.

Ironing Tips
Here are some tips for effective ironing:

• Refer to the fabric guide on the thermostat control for the recommended temperature settings.
• Adjust the steam output according to the type of fabric being ironed.
• Move the iron smoothly over the fabric to remove wrinkles.
• For stubborn wrinkles, use the steam boost function.

Cleaning and Maintenance
To ensure optimal performance and longevity of your steam generator, follow these cleaning and maintenance instructions:

• Always unplug the device and allow it to cool down before cleaning.
• Regularly clean the soleplate with a damp cloth.
• Empty and rinse the water tank after each use.
• Descale the steam generator regularly as per the manufacturer’s instructions.

FAQ

• Can I use the steam generator outside of a domestic environment?
  No, the steam generator is designed for domestic use only.

• Can I use any type of water or liquid in the steam generator?
  No, only use clean water in the steam generator. Do not use any other liquid.

• Can I leave the device unattended when it is plugged in?
  No, it is important to never leave the device unattended when it is plugged in for safety reasons.

• How should I clean the soleplate?
  You can clean the soleplate by wiping it with a damp cloth.

• How often should I descale the steam generator?
  Descaling frequency may vary depending on usage. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for descaling recommendations.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND TIPS

We invite you to read this user guide carefully and completely before installing and using your device.
It is important that this user guide be kept with the device for any further consultation. If this device should be transferred to another person, ensure that the user’s guide follows the device so that the new user can be informed of its operation.

Safety instructions :

• Please read this manual carefully before using your steam generator.

• This device is intended for indoor use in a domestic environment only.

• Do not put the device in water or any other liquid.

• Before plugging in the appliance, make sure that the current of the socket used corresponds to that recommended for the appliance and that the socket is properly earthed.

• Switch off the device before plugging or unplugging it.

• Make sure that the cable never comes into contact with a hot surface.

• Unplug the device when you are finished using it.

• The iron should not be used if it has been dropped, has visible signs of damage or is leaking.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the device yourself if it is damaged or broken. Please contact the after-sales service, a qualified electrician or a similarly qualified person.

• Never leave the appliance unattended when plugged in.

•  The iron must be used and rested on a flat and stable surface.

• Always place the iron on its base and ensure that the cable never comes into contact with hot surfaces.

• Do not touch metal parts, boiling water or steam during use.

• Never point the steam directly at you.

• Do not twist the power cable.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended when plugged in.

• Allow the appliance to cool for a few minutes before filling the tank if the iron is hot. The power plug must be removed from the power socket before filling the water tank.

• When the iron is returned to its base, make sure that the surface supporting the base is flat and stable.

•  This device can be used by children aged at least 8 years and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or without experience or knowledge, if they are properly supervised. s or if instructions relating to the use of the appliance in complete safety have been given to them and if the risks involved have been apprehended. Children should not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be carried out by children without supervision.

• Keep the iron and its cord out of the reach of children under 8 when it is energized or cooling down.

• If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Never touch the hot soleplate until the iron has cooled completely and is unplugged.

• The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause injury or damage the device.

• his device is intended for use in household applications only.

• It should not be used in similar applications such as:

  • kitchen areas reserved for staff in shops, offices and other professional environments;

  • farms and use by customers of hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

  • bed and breakfast type environments;

  • catering and similar non-retail applications.
    For installation, handling, cleaning and disposal of the device, refer to the following chapters of the user guide.
    IMPORTANT

  • It is forbidden to replace the power cable yourself. In case of damage.

  • If the device has been dropped, please have a qualified person check it before using it again. Internal damage could lead to accidents. For any type of problems or repairs, please contact the after-sales service of the local distributor, the manufacturer or a qualified person, in order to avoid any risk of danger.

Disposal and environmental responsibility
In order to be respectful of the environment, we encourage you to dispose of the device correctly. You can contact local authorities or recycling centers for more information.

DEVICE DESCRIPTION

PRESENTATION OF YOUR STEAM STATION

1. Water tank button
2. Water tank
3. Water tank handle
4. Filling hole
5. Iron lock button
6. Sole
7. Iron lock
8. Temperature indicator
9. Steam button
10. Temperature setting
11. Handle
12. Cord
13. Thermal insulation
14. Control Panel
15. Base
16. Cord wrap slot

THERMOSTAT BUTTON

CONTROL PANEL

1. Power/Off Button
2. ECO indicator
3. High steam flow indicator
4. Limescale cleaning indicator
5. Operation button
6. Steam adjustment button
7. Limescale cleaning button

GENERAL INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCT

• power switch
  Plug in the device and press the power/off button, the LED will light up. The ECO steam flow is considered the default flow and its light flashes. Hold down the power switch for about 2 seconds to turn off the device.

• Steam flow control button
  Press the steam flow control button to switch between high steam flow and ECO steam flow. A beep is heard when changing the rate.

• Thermostat knob

  • Turn the thermostat knob to adjust the ironing temperature according to the garment to be ironed.
  • When the iron is heating up, the temperature indicator lights up. Once the iron has reached the selected temperature, it switches off. The temperature indicator turns on and off as the iron maintains the selected temperature while ironing.

• Iron lock and iron release button

  • When the iron is locked on the heat insulation bracket, press the iron release button to unlock it.
  • the iron can be removed from the heat insulation bracket. When the “iron lock” button ” is unlocked, the iron can be placed on the heat insulation bracket. If the iron lock is engaged, you must first press the iron release button to unlock it and then replace the iron.You will then have to re-engage the locking button to block it and be able to transport the unit.

• Steam trigger
  As soon as the appliance reaches the selected temperature and the temperature indicator goes out, lightly press the steam trigger, then steam is sprayed from the soleplate. When the steam trigger is released, the appliance can only be used for dry ironing without steam.

• Button to remove the water tank
  Press the button at the top of the water tank to release it from its base.

• Filling opening
  Fill the water tank through the filling hole. Make sure the water does not exceed the MAX mark on the tank.

• Cleaning button (with indicator)

1. The appliance should be cleaned when the cleaning indicator remains permanently lit. Before performing cleaning, prepare a container with a capacity of more than 300ml to collect the waste water, then put the device on the container and position the container stably. Turn the temperature dial to the “MAX” setting.
2. Press and hold the “cleaning button” for 2 seconds. When the buzzer sounds, the operator should keep away from the appliance to avoid being burned by high temperature steam during the cleaning process. The machine enters cleaning mode and the cleaning indicator flashes. After about 3 minutes, the cleaning is finished and the device is ready for operation again.

REMARK

For best cleaning performance, make sure the thermostat knob is turned to the “MAX” setting before activating the function ” Cleaning “. Cleaning may not be satisfactory or may not be performed if the thermostat knob is turned to other temperature settings than “MAX”.

• Burst of steam
  The burst of steam can be activated after pressing the steam trigger twice continuously.

• Cord wrap groove
  When not in use, the steam supply cord can be rolled up along the cord wrap groove for storage. This can be attached with a cable tie. Follow the instructions in the “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” section.

• Auto power off
  If no steam comes out of the soleplate, the device switches off automatically after 10 minutes. At this time, the power indicator and other indicators turn off. The device will return to working condition when the switch is reset.

• Correct positioning of the iron on the thermal insulation support
  When the iron is put on the heat insulation rack, it should be placed on it correctly.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove any labels or protective films from the sole.
2. Fill the tank with water and heat the iron to maximum temperature, then run the iron over a damp cloth for several minutes to remove any residue on the soleplate as described in the “Steam ironing” section.

REMARK :

• It is normal for an odor to be generated by the appliance when first used. This phenomenon disappears after a few uses.
• Particles may escape from the soleplate when you use the iron for the first time.
• This phenomenon is normal, the particles are harmless and stop escaping from the iron soon after.
• After switching on the appliance, the water pump located in the base of the appliance may produce a sound when spraying steam.
• During the soleplate heating process, there will be a little water automatically come out of the soleplate

USE

The appliance offers two ironing modes. You can use dry ironing or steam ironing. For details, see the following.

Dry ironing

1. Put the base of the device on a stable and level surface.
2. Correctly position the iron on the thermal insulation support of the base of the appliance (see EN-13).
3. Plug the plug into an electrical outlet, then turn the thermostat knob to select the desired temperature setting, which depends on the fabric of the garment. Refer to “IRONING TIPS” and “SUPPLEMENTARY TABLE” below when selecting the temperature.
4. When the soleplate temperature reaches the selected temperature, the temperature indicator turns off and you can start ironing.
   WARNING :Never touch the hot soleplate before it has cooled down!

Steam ironing

1. Put the base of the device on a stable and level surface.

2. Press the “water tank release button” and grab the handle of the water tank to pull it out, then fill it with water through the filling hole. It is better to use purified water containing less lime particles. Then, replace the water tank correctly. The maximum capacity of the water tank is 1.8 l, the water level should not exceed the MAX mark.

3. Properly put the iron on the heat insulation support of the appliance base.

4. Plug the plug into an electrical outlet, then turn the thermostat knob to select the desired temperature setting, which depends on the fabric of the garment. Refer to “IRONING TIPS” and “SUPPLEMENTARY TABLE” below when selecting the temperature.

5. The temperature indicator lights up and the iron begins to heat up.

6. After a few minutes, the temperature indicator turns off, indicating that the temperature of the soleplate has reached the selected temperature. You can now start steam ironing.

7. Slightly press the steam trigger, steam is then sprayed continuously from the soleplate. You can then steam iron the garment.
   REMARK :Water may drip during steam spraying when the temperature is lower than the second setting. This phenomenon is normal. WARNINGS :

   • Do not touch the hot soleplate until it has cooled down!
   • Never direct steam at people!

8. If you want to activate the “Steam Burst” function to remove stubborn creases, press the trigger twice to produce a steam burst.

9. After ironing, hold and press the power switch for about 2 seconds. The device and all indicators turn off. Remove the plug from the wall socket. The soleplate is still hot, never touch it with your hands. Place it on the heat insulation stand until it cools down completely.

IRONING TIPS

• Always check first if there is a label with ironing instructions on the item. Follow these ironing instructions in all cases.
• Iron heats up faster than it cools. Therefore, you should start by ironing items that require the lowest temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibers.
• If the fabric is made of different types of fibres, you should always select the lowest ironing temperature to respect the composition of these fibres.
• Synthetic fiber and silk fabrics should be ironed on their inner side to avoid making them shiny.
• Velvet and other textures that become shiny quickly should be ironed in one direction using light pressure. Always keep the iron moving at all times.
• Pure wool fabrics (100% wool) can be ironed with the steam iron. Use a dry cloth as a support and then select the setting corresponding to the fabric for ironing.
• Never iron zippers and rivets on clothing. This will damage the sole. Iron around these objects.
  REMARK : When ironing woolen fabrics, the fabric may become shiny. It is therefore advisable to return the item and iron the reverse.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before cleaning, first disconnect the power plug and let the appliance cool down.

1. Wipe residue and other deposits from the soleplate with a damp cloth or non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner.
   REMARK :Do not use chemical, steel, wood or abrasive cleaners to scratch the soleplate.

2. Clean the upper part of the iron with a soft, damp cloth. Wipe off water drops on the base of the device and the thermal insulation bracket with a dry cloth.

3. When you do not use the appliance for a long time, empty the water from the tank and put the iron on the heat insulation bracket, then press the iron lock” ” to lock it.
   REMARK :you can lift the entire steam station by grasping the handle of the iron after properly locking the iron on the thermal insulation support.

4. To store the steam supply hose and power cord, do the following: first, fold the steam supply hose in half and roll it up along the winding groove. Then attach it to the cord wrap groove; second, tie the power cord with a cable tie.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Technical data :

• Brand SCHNEIDER
• Reference SCGS2365
• Power supply 220-240V~ 50-60Hz
• Rated input power 2000-2400W
• Tank capacity : 1.8L
• Steam flow : 180g/min

DISPOSAL

• This logo affixed to the product means that it is a device whose treatment as waste falls within the scope of Directive 2012/19/EU of July 4, 2012, relating to waste electrical and electronic equipment. (WEEE). This means that this product must be collected by a selective collection system in accordance with the European directive cited above so that it can either be recycled or dismantled in order to reduce any impact on the environment Hazardous substances contained in electrical and electronic equipment can have potentially dangerous effects on the environment and human health.
• Thus, at the end of the life of this device, it must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. Recovery and collection systems are made available to you by local authorities (waste centres) and distributors.
• This device must not be thrown on public roads. You have the obligation to use the selective collection systems made available to you.

GUARANTEE

The warranty does not cover wear parts of the product, or problems or damage resulting from:

1. Surface damage due to normal wear of the product;
2. Defects or deterioration due to contact of the product with liquids and due to corrosion caused by rust or the presence of insects;
3. Any incident, abuse, misuse, unauthorized modification, disassembly or repair;
4. Any improper maintenance, use not in accordance with the product instructions or connection to an incorrect voltage;
5. Any use of accessories not supplied or approved by the manufacturer.
   The warranty will be void if the nameplate and/or serial number of the product is removed.

References

• Expercare - pièces détachées et d’accessoires électroménager

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