Wachsmuth & Krogmann ES-139B manual

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    STEAM IRON MODEL ES-139B ITEM# 1996-05 PLEASE READ THESE AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE THE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE OF THIS APPLIANCE.[...]

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    1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Index P. 1 Important Safety Instructio ns P. 2 General Safety Instructions P. 3 List of Main Parts, Tech. Specificat ions, Contents of Packaging P. 4 Operation and Use P. 5 - 8 Maintenance P. 8 Self- Cleaning P. 8 – 9 Removing Variable Steam Control Knob P. 9 - 10 Trouble Shooting P. 10 Service Center P. 11 Warranty Informatio[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing our Cro fton Steam Iron. Each iron has been manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using for the first time, please read the instructions carefully, and keep them for further reference . WARNING! READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS . Failure to follow all the instruct[...]

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    3 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS • To avoid a circuit overload, do not operat e another high wa ttage appliance on the same circuit. • If an extension cord is absolutely nece ssary a 10amp cord should be used. Cords rated for less amps may overheat. Care should be take n to arrange the cord so that it can not be pulled or tripped over. • If the power c[...]

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    LIST OF MAIN PARTS PARTS DESCRIPTION A. Spray nozzle H. Power supply cord B. Water filling in let I. Swiveling cord protect or C. Variable steam control J. Soft hand grip D. Steam button K. Transparent water ta nk E. Spray button L. Temperature control dial F. Power on/Aut o shut-off indicat or M. Soleplate G. Temperature indicator light TECHNICAL [...]

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    5 OPERATION The temperature indicator light switches on while the appliance is heating up and switches off as soon as the set temperature is reached. If the temperature of the hot iron drops, you can continu e ironing while the iron heats up again to the set temperature. OPERATION AND USE 1. Textiles with applicat io ns (gloss, crinkle, rel ief etc[...]

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    How to use your Steam Iron When using your iron for the first time, re move any sti ckers or protective foil from soleplate. Test the iron on any piece of old fa bric to ensure the solepl ate and water tank are clean. Filling with water (Fig. 1) WARNING: U nplug the iron first! Choice of water This iron can be filled with normal t ap wa ter althoug[...]

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    Spraying (Fig. 2) Spraying Water At any temperature by pushi ng on the spray butto n a couple of ti mes, the laundry can be damped down. Ensure that the re is enough water i n the water tank (Fi g. 2). Shot of steam By pressing steam button, an in tense shot of steam is emitte d from the soleplate. This is ideal for removing st ubborn wrinkles and [...]

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     If the iron is left moti onless in the vertical position for more than 8 minutes , the iron will be switched o ff, automatically.  To indicate that the iron has shu t off automati cally, the auto shut-off indicator will start blinking an d six sound signals w ill be audible.  WARNING RISK OF BURNING : Please be aware that when the auto sh[...]

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    8. Boiling water and steam will n ow be ejected from the holes in soleplate. Impurities are washed away with it. Mo ve the iron forward and backward over the sink during this process. 9. When the water tank has become empty, reinsert the stea m control knob and set the steam control to “no steam” position . 10. If necessary repeat self clea nin[...]

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    10 STORING Allow the applianc e to cool completely before storing. Loop cord loosely around the iron when storing. Store the applia nce in a dry location. Do not place any heavy items on top of appliance during storage as this may re sult in possible damage of appliance. Store the cord in a clean, dry location away fr om met al objects. NOTE: The s[...]

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    SERVICE CENTER If you have any question in regards to t he oper ation of this appliance or are in n eed of a spare part please contact our service center at: Wachsmuth & Krogmann, Inc. Tel: 1-888-367-7373 (Business hours Mon-Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm CT) Website: http://www.wk-usa.com ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION I f t h e a p p l i a n c e s h o u l d n[...]

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    12 LIMITED WARRANTY Thank you for purchasi ng a top quality Crofton product. This Steam Iron ite m #1996-05 was tested and meets our stringent quality standards. This product is warranted to be free from manufacturin g defects in original materials, includin g original part s, and workmansh ip until August 22, 2007 or 2 year with proo f of purchase[...]

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    13 WARRANTY CARD Crofton Steam Iron, Item # 1996-05, M odel # ES-1 39B In case you find thi s product to be defective please send it within the warranty period to our service center. To avoid transport d amages please send the product in th e original packaging. In return you will receive y our repaired item, a new product or a refund. This Crofton[...]