mistral MIR068 2400W Steam Iron Instruction Manual

2400W Steam Iron
Instruction Manual
Model: MIR068

Important Safeguards

Read all instructions carefully, even if you are quite familiar with the product. Please retain these instructions for future reference.
In order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, basic safety precautions should always be followed when using mains-powered products. These include:

• Check that the voltage of the main circuit corresponds with the rating of the appliance before operating.

• DO NOT immerse cords, plugs, or any part of the appliance in water or any other liquid.

• The iron should always be switched off before connecting or disconnecting from the power supply. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull it from the power socket. Never pull the iron or carry it by the cord.

• DO NOT pull the plug out by the cord, as this may damage the plug and/or the cable.

• If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, stop using the appliance immediately and seek advice from the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person.

• Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the appliance. There are no user-serviceable parts.

• DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or let it come into contact with any hot surfaces.

• 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.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance manufacturer, apart from those supplied with this product. DO NOT use extension cords with the appliance.

• If you are leaving the iron momentarily, always switch it off, remove the plug from the wall socket, and stand the iron upright.

• Only use normal tap water or distilled water in this product.

• Never direct steam toward people, pets, or electrical systems.

• DO NOT leave the iron unattended when connected to the mains or on an ironing board.

• When you have finished ironing or when you are leaving the iron unattended: Press the steam dial to [0] position, and the temperature control dial to the ‘OFF’ position.
  Stand the iron upright and disconnect the appliance from the main socket.

• DO NOT place the iron on an unprotected surface.

• Stand the iron on its heel on a level, stable, heat-resistant surface.

NOTE: Some parts of the iron have been slightly greased and as a result, the iron may smoke slightly when switched on for the first time. This should not occur after the first few uses.

• Do not place any part of this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner.
• Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Be careful when you turn the iron upside down to empty excess water from the tank, as this will be hot.
• Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces, and always ensure the cord is adequately constrained. Let the iron cool down completely before storing away.
• Only pick up the appliance by its handle, as certain parts of the appliance become hot during use.
• Ensure that the iron’s soleplate does not become damaged by rough surfaces or sharp objects, e.g. zips.
• Always switch off and disconnect the power plug from the wall socket before filling the iron with water, or pouring the remaining water out. It is recommended that the water be emptied after every use.
• To avoid an overloaded circuit, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same electrical circuit.
• Do not use the iron for anything other than its intended use. This product is intended for household use only.
• Do not add vinegar, perfumed water, or any chemical-based liquids into the water tank, as doing so can seriously damage the iron.
• Do not use outdoors.
• The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface.
• When placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
• The iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

Warning
If the supply cord is damaged, the cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
This product has not been designed for any uses other than those specified in this booklet.
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Features of your Steam Iron

Your Steam Iron

Before using your new Steam Iron, it is important that you read and follow the instructions in this booklet, even if you feel that you are quite familiar with this type of appliance. Find a place to keep this booklet handy for future reference. Your attention is drawn to the section dealing with Important Safeguards. This appliance has been designed to operate from a standard domestic power socket. It is not intended for industrial or commercial use.

Before First Use

When using the iron for the first time, test it on an old piece of fabric to ensure that the soleplate and water tank are completely clean. When using the iron for the first time, you may notice a slight emission of smoke and hear some sounds made by the expanding plastics. This is quite normal and it stops after a short time.

How to use your Steam Iron

Filling the tank with water:
CAUTION! Before filling the tank with water, make sure the appliance is unplugged.

• This iron can be used with normal tap water.
• Use the water measuring cup to fill the tank. Never fill directly from the tap.
• If the water in your area is particularly hard, it is recommended to use distilled or demineralized water.
• Do not put vinegar, starch, chemicals, de-scaled water, or de-scaling agents in the water tank.
• Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before filling (or emptying) the iron with water.

NOTE: Wait for the iron to cool down before emptying or filling the water tank.

• Press the steam dial to [0] position, and the temperature control dial to the ‘OFF’  position.

• Open the filler cap of the water inlet.

• Place the iron on the heel rest and tilt forward at a 45° angle to help the water enter the opening without overflowing.

• Pour water into the water tank opening and fill up to the maximum (MAX.) level and take care not to go over the maximum level (about 320ml) indicated by “MAX” on the water tank.

• Close the filler cap of the water inlet. Setting the temperature:

• Stand the iron on its end.

• Set the variable temperature control dial to the desired temperature setting.

• Insert the plugin into the wall socket and stand the iron upright.

• When the desired temperature is reached the power indicator light will turn off, and you can begin ironing.

NOTE: While ironing, the power indicator light will turn on and off to maintain your desired temperature setting.

• If you set the temperature control to a lower setting after ironing at a high temperature, please allow time for the iron to cool. This is to prevent scorching your garment.

Spray function:
Press the spray button at any time to spray water on fabrics, as often as required. Make sure that there is water in the tank. Press the spray button slowly (for a dense spray) or quickly (for a vaporized spray).
WARNING: for delicate fabrics, we recommend moistening the fabric beforehand using the spray function, or putting a damp cloth between the iron and the fabric. To avoid staining, do not use the spray on silk or synthetic fabrics.
NOTE: Ensure that there is enough water in the tank to use the spray function. During first use, you may have to pump the spray button several times to start the spraying function.
Steam ironing:
This function can be used only at higher ironing temperatures.

• Ensure that there is enough water in the water tank.
  CAUTION! Use the measuring cup supplied to fill the iron with water through the water inlet. Do not fill higher than the maximum level indicated on the water tank to prevent spillage of water while ironing.

• Set the variable temperature control to the required position within the ‘steam range’
  •• for moderate steam
  ••• for maximum steam

• Once the required temperature has been reached, the power indicator light will turn off.

• Move the steam dial to a position between minimum and maximum depending on the quantity of steam required and the temperature selected. steam should start coming out from the holes in the soleplate. The iron is ready to use.

CAUTION! The steam is very hot. DO NOT allow steam to come in contact with your skin, face, or hands to avoid injury. Never direct steam at people or animals.
Selecting hot steam and steam when ironing vertically:
Press the hot-steam button to generate a powerful burst of steam that can penetrate the fabrics and smooth the most difficult and tough creases. Wait for a few seconds before pressing again. By pressing the hot-steam button at intervals you can also iron vertically (curtains, hung garments, etc.).

WARNING: the hot-steam function can only be used at high temperatures. Stop the emission when the power indicator light comes on then start ironing again only after the light has gone off. Self-Cleaning:
The self-cleaning feature cleans inside the plate, removing impurities. We recommend using it every 10-15days. Directions:

• Fill the water tank up to the maximum level indicated.
• Set the thermostat knob to the maximum temperature and wait for the power indicator light to turn off.
• Pull the plug out of the socket and hold the iron horizontally over the sink.
• Hold the cleanout button setting until all the boiling water, steam, impurities come out.
• When the soleplate has cooled down, you can clean it with a damp cloth.
• Do not clean the appliance with abrasive cleaners or sharp objects, e.g. a hard brush or knife.

Dry ironing:

• To iron without steam, leaving the steam dial on position“0”.
• Read the washing label instructions on your clothes to select the required temperature.
• Begin ironing when the power indicator light turns off.

Anti Drip:
With a bimetal assembled inside the iron,which can close the steam when the iron soleplate temperature becomes very low, so water leakage will never happen with this feature.
Auto Shut-Off:
An electronic safety device will automatically switch the heating element off if the iron has not been moved more than 30 seconds in a horizontal position. If in a vertical position, this will happen after 8 minutes. To indicate that the heating element has been switched off, the auto-off pilot light will start blinking.

• When picking up the iron again, the auto-off pilot light will stop blinking. The power indicator light will turn on. This indicates that the iron is heating up again.
• Wait for the power indicator light to turn off. Then the iron is ready for use.

Refilling with Water

• Switch off and disconnect the iron from the power socket.
• Press the steam dial to the “0” position.
• Refill with water, being very mindful of the hot soleplate of the iron has recently been used.
• Plug the iron into the power socket and wait until the power indicator light has switched off before setting the steam dial to the required steam level.

NOTE: Always disconnect the iron from the power outlet before filling it with water.

Emptying the Water Tank

• Press the steam dial to the “0” position.
• Disconnect the iron from the power socket.
• Hold the iron upside down and gently shake to remove the remaining water.

NOTE: Take care not to scold yourself during this process.

Storage

Disconnect the plug from the power outlet and ensure that the iron has cooled and the water tank is empty before storing in a vertical position.

Setting the Temperature – Fabric Guide

Read all garment labels when ironing and ensure the manufacturer’s ironing guidelines are followed.
Always check the garment label for ironing instructions before ironing a garment.
If the ironing instructions are missing, see the table below.
Sort your laundry: Wool with wool. Cotton with cotton, etc. Start ironing the fabrics requiring the lowest temperature and progress to the higher ones because the iron heats up quicker than it cools down.
NOTE: If the article to be ironed consists of various different fabrics, always select the temperature required by the most delicate fabric.
Textile chart:
IMPORTANT
Read all garment labels when ironing and ensure the manufacturer’s ironing guidelines are followed.
The manufacturers ironing guidelines are often shown by symbols similar to the below:

instructions.
Wool| ••| Steam iron on the reverse or use an ironing cloth.
Wool blends| ••| Steam iron on the reverse or use an ironing cloth.
Cotton blends| ••| Check the label and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use the setting for the fiber requiring the lowest setting.
Corduroy| •• •| Steam iron on the reverse or use an ironing cloth.
Cotton| •• •| Use maximum steam.
Linen| •• •| Iron on the reverse or use an ironing cloth to prevent shine marks, especially with dark colors. Dry iron while still damp or use a spray to dampen or use maximum steam.
Denim| •• •| Use maximum steam.

• Dry ironing at any setting
•• Steam ironing
••• Steam ironing (maximum)

Care and Cleaning

• Ensure that the iron is unplugged and has completely cooled down before cleaning.
• From time to time, clean the exterior with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
• To prevent scratching of the soleplate, do not iron over sharp objects (zips, etc.). Do not place the iron on surfaces that could scratch the soleplate, such as a metal iron  Support, and never use abrasive cleaning agents.
• The first time the iron is used, a small amount of smoke may be emitted. This is perfectly normal and ceases after the appliance has been in use for a short while.
• Before using the iron for the first time or if the iron has not been used for a few weeks, Hold the cleanout button and follow the instructions in ‘Self-Cleaning’.

NOTE: Do not leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the power socket. If the power cord becomes damaged, contact the manufacturer or an authorized service center for repair.

Technical Specification

Power supply: ……………………………………240V, 50Hz
Power consumption: ………………………………..2400W
NOTE: As a result of continual improvements, the design and specifications of the product may differ slightly from the unit illustrated on the packaging.

Notes

Gerard Sourcing & Manufacturing
GSM Retail Group
GSM Retail Group has a policy of continual improvement throughout the product range
As such the unit contained within may differ slightly from the unit illustrated on the pack
MADE IN CHINA for GSM Retail Group
Mistral is a registered trademark of GSM Retail Group
Cat. No. MIR068
November 2020

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