Tefal DT6131 Access Steam First Steam Brush 1300 Watt Instruction Manual

Tefal DT6131 Access Steam First Steam Brush 1300 Watt

Important safety instructions

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

• Read all instructions before using this product.
• This product has been designed for indoor, domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.
• Always plug your appliance:
  • into a mains circuit with voltage between 220 V and 240 V.
  • into an earthed electrical socket.
  • Connecting to the wrong voltage may cause irreparable damage to the appliance and will invalidate your guarantee. If using a mains extension lead, ensure that it is correctly rated (16A) with an earth, and is fully extended.
• Completely unwind the power cord before plugging into an earthed socket.
• Use appliance for its intended use only.
• To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents, check the appliance before each use by holding it away from body and operating steam button.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above 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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• The fabric steamer must not be left unattended while it is connected to the supply mains.
• The surfaces which are marked with this sign means the steam head is very hot during the use of the appliance. Do not touch this surface before the appliance has completely cooled down.
• Never pull on the cord to disconnect the appliance from electrical outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect the appliance.
• Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces or come into contact with rough or sharp edges. Let the appliance cool completely down before putting away. Loop cord loosely around appliance when storing.
• Always disconnect appliance from the electrical supply when filling with water or emptying when cleaning, when removing or refitting accessories and when not in use.
• Care should be taken when using the appliance due to the emission of steam.
• Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if appliance has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the appliance. Take it to the nearest approved service centre for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly or repair could cause a risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons when the appliance is used.
• Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children.
• Before storing the appliance, once it is unplugged, please wait until it has cooled down (around 1 hour).
• Burns could occur from touching hot metal or plastic parts, hot water or steam. Use care when you empty a steam appliance. There may be hot water in the reservoir.
• If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a cord with a 16A ampere rating shall be used. A cord rated for less amperage can result in a risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating. Care shall be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or be tripped over.
• Keep the fabric steamer and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years of age when it is energized or cooling down.
• To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Do not direct steam at people, animals or clothes while they are being worn.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The use of accessory attachments other than those provided by the manufacturer is not recommended and may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
• The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, stable heat-resistant surface. When you place the appliance on its rest, make sure that the surface on which you place it is stable.
• The appliance must not be used if it has been dropped, if it has any visible damage, if it leaks, or if it functions abnormally in any way. Do not attempt to dismantle your appliance: have it examined at an Approved Service Centre to avoid any danger.
• Check the electrical power cord for sign of wear or damage prior to use. If the electrical power cord is damaged, it must be replaced at an approved service centre to avoid any danger.
• Do not use other descaling products than the one cited in the IFU.

Before first use

When you first use the appliance, some smoke or a harmless odour may be produced or there may be a small discharge of particles. This will not affect the use of the appliance and will disappear quickly.

What water to use

Your appliance has been designed to use tap water. If your water is very hard, mix 50% tap water and 50% bottled demineralised water. Never use water containing additives (starch, perfume, aromatic substances, softeners, etc.), or condensation water (for example water from tumble dryers, water from refrigerators, water from air conditioning units, rainwater). This water contains organic waste materials or minerals that concentrate under the effect of heat and cause spitting, brown colouring or premature ageing of your appliance.

DISPOSAL
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FIRST ! Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.  Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

Problems with your appliance?

Check that your appliance is correctly plugged in and switched on.
The water level is too low.| Unplug your appliance and refill it.
The steam pump has not been primed.| Press the steam trigger continuously for a few seconds to begin steaming.
You are using the appliance for the first time.| Press the steam trigger continuously for a few seconds to begin steaming.
The water tank is not fully in place.| Ensure that stopper is closed and that the water tank snaps when put into place.
The appliance does not heat up.| It is not plugged in, or not switched on.| Plug in your appliance and switch on.
The appliance is on standby mode. | Start again the appliance by activating the ON/ OFF button.
Water tank leaks.| The water tank is not fully in place or the stopper is not closed properly. | Ensure that stopper is closed and that the water tank snaps when put into place.
Steam rate decreases or reject particles.| Calc Sealing| Refer to‘ANTI CALC’section in instructions for use.
The steam leaves stains on the fabric or the appliance spits.| You are not using the correct water.| Use only water according to IFU and no additive inside.
The appliance has not been rinsed enough after the descaling operation.| Read carefully the‘ANTI CALC’section in instructions for use.
You are using other liquids than white vinegar to descale the product.| Use only white vinegar during‘ANTI CALC’ procedure.
Appliance steams continuously.| The steam trigger is on the lock position.| Unlock the steam trigger.
Water leaks from steam head.| The appliance is in a tilted position.| Gently comeback in a vertical position.
Our product is not hot enough.| Wait for your appliance to be hot enough before use.

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