A
A
T
T
T
T
E
E
N
N
T
T
I
I
O
O
N
N
Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment - WEEE): information for users
This product complies with EU Directive 2002/96/EC.
The crossed-out wastebasket symbol on the appliance
means that at the end of its useful lifespan, the product
must be disposed of separately from ordinary household
wastes.
The user is responsible for delivering the appliance to an appro-
priate collection facility at the end of its useful lifespan.
Appropriate separate collection to permit recycling, treatment
and environmentally compatible disposal helps prevent negative
impact on the environment and human health and promotes re-
cycling of the materials making up the product. For more infor-
mation on available collection facilities, contact your local waste
collection service or the shop where you bought this appliance.
P
P
R
R
E
E
P
P
A
A
R
R
A
A
T
T
I
I
O
O
N
N
F
F
O
O
R
R
U
U
S
S
E
E
• Pull up the self-refilling tank cap (1) (Fig. 1) and fill the tank
with 700 cc of water, making sure it does not overflow. Close
the cap.
• Normal tapwater can be used. However, as water by its nature
contains limestone, which may cause build-up of limescale in
the boiler, in hard water areas we recommend the use of our
natural-base decalcifier Kalstop FP 2003.
• Connect the cable plug to an earthed power supply of the
correct voltage.
• Press the illuminated ON/OFF switch (2); both the steam
pressure indicator light (5) and the “iron heating” indicator light
(11) go on (Fig.2).
• The noise you hear at times during the functioning of the
appliance is normal and is simply due to the water flowing from
the reservoir tank to the boiler
I
I
N
N
S
S
T
T
R
R
U
U
C
C
T
T
I
I
O
O
N
N
S
S
F
F
O
O
R
R
U
U
S
S
E
E
Before ironing a garment, it is always advisable to check the
symbols and instructions on the label provided by the garment
manufacturer.
Check which kind of ironing is recommended, referring to the
table below:
STEAM IRONING
• Set the iron temperature on “COTTON - LINEN” steam posi-
tion (fig. 3), by turning the control knob (7).
• Wait for both the steam pressure indicator light (5) and the
“iron heating” indicator light (11) to go off (about 3 minutes).
Push the steam request button (10) on the iron to release
steam from the holes on the soleplate. Release the button and
the steam flow stops.
NOTE: at the first request of steam, a few drops of water mixed
with steam may come out of the soleplate until the temperature
stabilizes. It is advisable to direct the first jets of steam onto an
old cloth until a uniform stable jet of steam is obtained.
• In order to have a continuous steam jet, move the button (12)
forwards. Steam will keep on coming out, even if you release
the button. To interrupt the steam flow, move the button (12)
backwards (fig.4).
(only for VL Forever 900).
• By turning the steam flow control knob (6) you can vary the
quantity of steam according to the kind of textiles to be ironed
(more or less delicate). You can increase the steam flow by
turning the knob in clockwise direction. Turning it in an anti-
clockwise direction reduces the steam flow (fig. 5). We suggest
the maximum emission for heavy textiles like jeans and linen,
medium for cotton, minimum for light delicate textiles.
DRY IRONING:
• For DRY ironing (without steam), set the iron temperature by
turning the control knob (7) on the position required for the fab-
ric, as shown on the same knob. When dry ironing, be careful
NOT TO PRESS THE STEAM REQUEST BUTTON (10) on the
iron, otherwise water may leak from the soleplate.
NOTE:
• Both (5) and (11) indicator lights go on and off during
operation; this is quite normal and means that the electric
resistances are operating to maintain the system at a con-
stant temperature.
• If no steam is released from the iron, check that the steam
pressure light (5) is off.
C
C
L
L
E
E
A
A
N
N
I
I
N
N
G
G
T
T
H
H
E
E
W
W
A
A
T
T
E
E
R
R
F
F
I
I
L
L
T
T
E
E
R
R
If the water filter (4) becomes dirty, proceed as described below:
• Remove the tank cap (1).
• Remove the water filter (4) (fig. 6) from its place and clean it
under running water.
• Put the filter (4) back in its place and reclose the tank cap.
F
F
I
I
L
L
L
L
I
I
N
N
G
G
T
T
H
H
E
E
T
T
A
A
N
N
K
K
It is necessary to fill up the tank with water before it becomes
empty. If no steam comes out when pressing the steam request
button, this means that there is no more water in the tank.
To keep on working, simply restore the water level in the self-
refilling tank as described in the “Preparation for use” paragraph.
C
C
A
A
R
R
E
E
O
O
F
F
Y
Y
O
O
U
U
R
R
V
V
A
A
P
P
O
O
R
R
E
E
L
L
L
L
A
A
• Before attempting any maintenance operation, always
disconnect the appliance from the mains.
• To clean the body of the appliance, simply use a moist cloth. Do
not use solvents or detergents which may harm the body mate-
rial.
Steam ironing allowed
For dry ironing, set thermostat on •••
Steam ironing allowed
For dry ironing, set thermostat on ••
Check the fabric's resistance to steam ironing or dry iron
with thermostat set on •
- do not iron
- steam ironing or treatment not allowed
