Setting the temperature
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1 Put the iron on its heel and set the required ironing
temperature by turning the temperature dial to the
appropriate position.
- Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature.
- 1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
- 1 Silk
- 2 Wool
- 3 Cotton, linen
- If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will
not be visible when you wear or use the article.
- Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the
fabric to prevent shiny patches. Avoid using the spray function to
prevent stains.
- Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature,
such as those made of synthetic fibres.
2 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
3 When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before
you start ironing.
B
The temperature light will go on from time to time during ironing.
Automatic shut-off (GC2030 only):
If the automatic shut-off function has been activated (automatic shut-
off light blinks), move the iron slightly to deactivate it.The automatic
shut-off light goes out.
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
◗ Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
1 Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter
'Preparing for use').
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2 Select the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam
setting you select is suitable for the ironing temperature
selected:
- q for minimum steam (temperature settings 2 to 3)
- w for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX)
B
The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been
reached.
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