Russell Hobbs RHC580 Freedom Cordless Iron Instruction Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Russell Hobbs

RHC580 Freedom Cordless Iron
Instruction Manual

Russell Hobbs RHC580 Freedom Cordless Iron

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before, and follow them whilst using this appliance.

To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the power cord, plug, or iron in water or any other liquid.
Do not use outdoors or in damp or moist areas.
Do not touch hot surfaces, always use the appliance handles.
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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
This appliance must be attended to whilst plugged in.
Ensure the iron is standing on its heel and with the soleplate clear of any surrounding objects when switching on.
The iron must only be used with the stand provided.
When placing the iron on its stand, ensure the surface on which the stand is placed is stable
Ensure the iron is unplugged during filling and emptying.
Always turn off and unplug from the wall power outlet when not in use.
To avoid possible burns, ensure the appliance is off and has cooled before cleaning.
To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and pull the plug from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.
Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug or after the appliance has been dropped, is leaking, damaged, or has malfunctioned in any manner. Contact Customer Service for examination, adjustment, repair or replacement.
There are no user-serviceable parts. If repairs are required, they must be performed by the manufacturer or a suitably qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not use on an inclined or unstable surface.
Keep the appliance and the power cord away from the edge of tables or countertops and out of reach of children and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capacities.
Ensure the power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
Do not place on or near any heat sources.
Follow the instructions when cleaning this appliance.
Cleaning or user maintenance shall not be carried out by children without the supervision of a person responsible for their safety.
Do not use this appliance for other than its intended purpose.
Misuse of the appliance may cause injury.
Do not leave the iron unattended when switched on or where it may be touched by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capacities while it is still hot.
This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
For added safety, electrical appliances should be connected to a power outlet that is protected by a residual current device (RCD / ‘Safety Switch’) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA. Your switchboard may already incorporate an RCD. If unsure, call an electrician for verification and fitting if necessary.
This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications such as:
a. Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
b. Farmhouses;
c. By clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;
d. Bed & breakfast type environments.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

BEFORE USING IT FOR THE FIRST TIME

Fill the water tank with clean water, and then empty the water to ensure the tank is clean of any manufacturing residues. Refill the tank.
The iron may give off an odor and a small amount of vapor when switched on for the first time. This is normal and will stop as the element cures.
Press the burst of steam button 3 or 4 times, to prime and flush clean water through the burst of the steam pump.
Press the cool spray mist button 3 or 4 times, to prime and flush clean water through the cool spray mist pump.
Iron an old piece of dampened cotton fabric or linen, to clean the soleplate.

CAUTION: HOT SURFACES

Russell Hobbs RHC580 Freedom Cordless Iron - fig 1

PARTS

1. Temperature control	5. Spray nozzle
2. Steam control	6. Soleplate
3. Water inlet	7. Smart status light
4. Cover	8. Stand

PREPARATION

• Check for textile care symbols ( ) on items to be ironed.
• Iron fabrics needing low temperatures first, then those that need medium temperatures , and finish with those needing high temperatures

TEMPERATURE SETTING GUIDE

LABEL MARKING	DOT SETTING
cool – nylon, acrylics, polyester, synthetics	•
warm – wool, polyester mixtures, silk	• •
hot – cotton, linen	• • •
Max – denim	Max
do not iron	N/A

NOTE: If the instructions on the fabric label differ from this guide, follow the instructions on the label.

FILLING

You may use the stand with tap water, however, if you live in a hard water area, you should use distilled water (not chemically descaled or softened water).

If you buy distilled water, check it is marked as suitable for use in irons.

Unplug the stand from the wall power outlet and lift the iron.
Set the steam control to no steam.
Lift the cover of the water inlet to open it.
Hold the iron with the soleplate horizontal.
Fill slowly, to let the air in the tank escape, otherwise, you will cause an airlock and the water may overflow.
Do not fill past ‘max’, or water may spill whilst in use.
Wipe up any spillage.

HEATING YOUR IRON

Your iron is heated by placing it onto the stand. The smart status light will show you when you need to reheat your iron and when it is ready to use. The smart status light operates as follows:

Smart Status Light	Remarks
Steady red	Your iron is heating up
Flashing green	Your iron is ready to use
Flashing red	Your iron needs reheating but you can carry on ironing for a

little longer
Flashing red, 3 beeps| Your iron must be reheated as soon as possible
Slowly pulsing red| Auto shut-off activated

Important Note:
Between ironing tasks always put the iron back onto the stand. This ensures the most efficient heating and gives you the best performance from your iron.

Set the temperature control to the setting you require.
Put the iron onto the stand and plug the stand into the power socket (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable). The smart status light will light up red and your iron will start to heat up.
When the smart status light flashes green your iron is ready to use.

REDUCING TEMPERATURE

This can take time, as the iron has to lose the heat it has built up. It is best to organize your ironing so that you do not need to reduce the temperature.

STEAM IRONING

When steam ironing, you must set the temperature to or higher.
Make sure the water tank is full.

Move the steam control to the setting you want.
Once the smart status light flashes, you can commence ironing.
The steam control is variable. Choose a position between the no steam and high steam that best suits your steam requirements.
Wait till the temperature light stops flashing, then start ironing.
NOTE: When steam ironing at the lower end of the steam temperature range, it is preferable to set the steam control to a low steam setting, in order to reduce the incidence of water droplets.

COOL SPRAY MIST

NOTE: Water spotting affects some fabrics. Test this out on a hidden part of the fabric first. The cool spray mist works with dry or steam ironing, as long as there is water in the tank.

Check that there is water in the tank.
Lift the iron off the fabric.
Aim the cool spray mist nozzle at the fabric.
Press the cool spray mist button – you may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system.

BURST OF STEAM

A burst of steam works with both dry and steam ironing, as long as there is water in the tank, and the temperature control dial is set to or above.

Check that there is water in the tank.
Check that the temperature is set to or max.
Lift the iron of the fabric.
Press the burst of a steam button – you may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system.
Leave 4 seconds between bursts, to allow the iron temperature to recover.

DRY IRONING

If you are going to be dry ironing only, there is no need to fill the water tank. If you’re going to be dry ironing for 20 minutes or more, empty the reservoir first, to avoid spontaneous bursts of steam.

Move the steam control to no steam.
Select the required temperature.
When the smart status light flashes green, then start ironing.

VERTICAL STEAM

Vertical steaming removes wrinkles from hanging clothes, hanging curtains, and furnishing fabrics.

Check that there is water in the tank.
Set the temperature control to max. Set the steam control to .
Check that there is nothing behind the fabric that may be damaged by the steam or heat.
Check that pockets, turn-ups, and cuffs are empty.
Hold the iron, with the soleplate vertical, close to (but not touching) the fabric.
Press the burst of a steam button. You may have to press it 2 or 3 times to pump water through the system.
Leave 4 seconds between bursts, to let the temperature build up.

AFTER USE

Unplug the stand.
Lift the cover of the water inlet to open it.
Hold the iron over a sink, turn it upside down, and drain the water from the tank.
CAUTION: The water may be hot.
Sit the iron on the stand.
Leave it to cool down completely.
When it is cold, wipe off any moisture, and close the water inlet cover.
Store the iron on its heel, to avoid corrosion and damage to the soleplate.

SELF CLEAN

To prevent residues from building up, use the Self Clean button regularly, at least monthly in normal water areas, more often in hard water areas. You will require a sink or a large bowl to catch the water coming out of the soleplate.

Sit the iron on the stand.
Plug in the stand and wait till the smart status light flashes green.
Set the temperature to max.
Hold the iron over the basin or bowl, with the soleplate facing down.
Move the steam control past to and hold it there.
CAUTION: Keep clear of the escaping water and steam.
Water and steam will wash any residues through the soleplate, and into the sink or bowl.
Empty the remaining water from the tank.
Unplug the stand, and set the iron on its heel to cool.
When it is cold, wipe off any moisture.
Store the iron on its heel, to avoid corrosion and damage to the soleplate.

CLEANING

Unplug the stand when not in use, and before cleaning.
Allow the iron to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away.
Wipe outer surfaces with a damp cloth. If necessary, use a little dishwashing liquid.
Remove spots, or burnt fabrics, by ironing a damp cotton or linen cloth with the iron hot. Take care not to scratch the soleplate.
Do not immerse the iron in water or any other liquid.
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, solvents, or scourers on the soleplate as these will damage the coating.

AUTO SHUT-OFF

If the iron is motionless, it will switch off after approximately 8 minutes.
The smart status light will slowly pulse red.
To switch it on again, lift it off the stand then return it and allow it to heat up again until the smart status light flashes green.

DISPOSAL/RECYCLING

Legislation in some localities mandates that e-waste (anything with a plug, battery, or cord) is disposed of through controlled recycling facilities and must not be disposed of in the general household waste. For more information about the recycling of electrical and battery-operated appliances, please contact your local council or your local household waste disposal service.

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