Care And Cleaning - BLACK&DECKER SteamXpress AS200 Manual De Instrucciones

2. turn the fabric-select dial to the appropriate setting for your fabric. (Read
garment's label to help you determine fabric type.) the temperature ready light
glows until it reaches the appropriate temperature. it then cycles on and off
during ironing.
Tip: if unsure of a garment's fiber, test a small area (on an inside seam or hem)
before ironing.
3. For optimum performance, let the iron stand for 90 seconds before beginning
to iron.
4. When finished ironing, turn the fabric-select dial to lowest heat setting, move
the selector to and unplug the iron.
Note: if you need to add water while ironing, unplug the iron and follow above
steps.
Important: always stand the iron on its heel rest when powered on but not in use.
3-WAY AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF
the automatic shutoff feature in your iron works as follows:
• Once the iron reaches appropriate temperature, it will turn
off after 30 seconds of inactivity if left on its soleplate
or tipped over on its side. if left vertically on its heel rest,
30 seconds
it will shut off after 8 minutes (F).
• As soon as you pick up the iron, it will start heating
again. Wait for iron to reheat completely before resuming
8 minutes
F
operation.
SURGE OF STEAM
Horizontal
1. With the water tank filled to the MaX mark, set fabric-select dial to the
appropriate temperature setting (between 4 and 6) and let iron stand on its
heel rest about 90 seconds.
2. For best performance, use surge of steam at 5-second intervals.
Vertical
1. Be sure the water tank is filled to the MaX mark. Hang the garment to be
steamed on a clothes hanger. (curtains or drapes can be steamed once
they are hung.) set the fabric-select dial to the appropriate temperature
setting (between 4 and 6) and let iron stand on its heel rest about 90
seconds.
2. Hold the iron close to, but not touching, the fabric.
3. Pull the fabric tight in your free hand and pump the
as you move the iron over the fabric (G).
SPRAY
use to dampen tough wrinkles at any setting.
1. check that the water tank is filled with water.
2. Press the button.
G
Note: if spray is weak, pump the button a few times.
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ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM
the anti-drip system prevents water spotting at low temperatures.
EMPTYING THE WATER TANK (OPTIONAL)
1. turn the fabric-select dial to Min. unplug the iron and
2. open the water-fill cover.
3. empty the water by holding the iron over a sink with the tip
H

Care and Cleaning

this product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service
personnel.
CLEANING OUTSIDE SURFACES
1. Make sure iron is unplugged and has cooled completely. Wipe the soleplate
and outer surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with water. add mild household
detergent. never use abrasives, heavy-duty cleansers, vinegar or scouring pads
that may scratch or discolor the iron.
2. after cleaning, steam iron over an old cloth to remove any residue from the
steam vents.
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AUTO CLEAN SYSTEM
to keep the steam vents free of any buildup, about once a month follow these
instructions.
1. Fill the water tank well below the MaX line. Plug in the iron.
2. turn the fabric-select dial to 6 and stand the iron on its heel rest. allow it to
heat until the temperature-ready light goes out and comes on again.
3. turn fabric-select dial to Min, unplug the iron and hold over a sink with the
soleplate facing down.
4. Press and hold the auto clean
5. When finished, release the button, stand the iron on its heel
J
button
STORING YOUR IRON
1. unplug the iron and allow it to cool.
2. check that the selector is set to
3. store vertically on its heel rest to prevent water leaking from the soleplate.
let it cool.
pointing down and to one side. Water will empty out of water-
fill opening (H).
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water and steam will come out of the steam vents (J). continue
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to hold the auto clean button until all the water has
emptied. if necessary, rock iron side-to-side and front-to-back.
rest and plug it in. Heat for about 2 minutes to dry out any
remaining water.
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button. Be careful, as hot