Ramtons Rm-202 Dry Iron Instructions

RM/202
DRYIRON

INSTRUCTIONS

KNOW YOUR IRON
A. Front hand grip
B. Supply cord
C. Swivelling cord protector
D. Back hand grip
E. Temperature control dial
F Pilot light
G. Soleplate

Important

• Please read these instructions for use carefully in conjunction with the illustrations before using the appliance.
• Never use the appliance if damaged in any way.
• Take care that children cannot touch the iron when hot and that they cannot pull the main cord.
• The corset should not be allowed to touch the soleplate when it is hot.
• Never immerse the iron in the water.
• Always place the iron with its back on a firm flat surface when interrupting ironing and after use. When leaving, even when only for a short while, always unplug the iron.
• Keep the soleplate smooth; avoid hard contact with metal objects.
• Some parts of the iron have been slightly greased and as a result, the iron might slightly smoke when connected for the first time. After a short while, however, this will cease.
• Do not leave the iron unattended while it is connected to the main supply. of sliould be disconnected before the filly
• If the main cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the original type only.

Ironing temperature

• Always check first if a label with ironing instructions is attached to the article to be ironed. (See table.) Follow these ironing instructions in all cases.
• If ironing instructions are missing but you know the kind of fabric, then see the table for recommended ironing temperatures.
• The table is valid for fiber materials only.
• If some kind of finish has been applied (gloss, wrinkle, relief, etc.), the textile can best be ironed at a lower temperature.
• First sort out the fabrics according to ironing temperature: wool with wool, cotton with cotton, etc.
• The iron heats up quicker than it cools down. Therefore, start ironing the
• Then progress to the higher temperatures. Finish by ironing cotton and linen.
• If the article is made of a mixture of different fibers, you must always select the lowest ironing temperature of the composition of those fibers. (E.g.an an article consisting of “60% polyester and 40% cotton” should be ironed at the temperature indicated for polyester (. ).
• If you do not know what kinds(s)of fabric(s)the article has been made of, tind a spot that will be invisible when wearing or using the article to try out the ironing  temperature,(Always start at a low temperature and increase to one which gives the required results.)
• Velvet and other textures which rapidly acquire shiny spots should be ironed in one direction only (with the nap), applying only light pressure. Always keep the iron moving.
• Iron the reverse side of synthetic materials and silk to prevent shining spots. To prevent staining do not use the spray on silk or other delicate fabrics.

Table
Label with ironing instructions	Kind of textile	Temperature dial
	Synthetic e.g. acetate, acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester. silk
	Wool
	Cotton Linen
	Please note: This article cannot be Ironed!

Filling with water (for spray iron only)

You can fill the water tank with normal tap water.

• Press the release button (fig.2) and remove the spray unit (fig.3).
• Pull out the spray button (fig.4).
• Fill the water tank (fig.5).
• Replace the spray button (“Click!”)(fig.6).
• Replace the spray unit (“Click!”)(fig.7).

Setting the temperature

• Set the appropriate ironing temperature indicated in the ironing instructions or in the fabric table by means of the temperature dial (fag.8).
• Insert the mains plug into the wall socket. The pilot light will now come on (fig.9).
• When the pilot light has gone out and has come on again you can start ironing (fig.1 0).
• The pilot light will come on from time to time during ironing. This has no effect on the ironing, so simply continue.
• If you set the temperature control to a lower setting after ironing at a high temperature, do not recommence ironing before the pilot light comes on again.

Ironing tips

• Iron with a straight back. Adjust the height of the ironing board so that the handle of the iron is on the same level as your elbow.
• Pressing onto the iron is not necessary. provided that the temperature has been set correctly. Ironing is most effective if the laundry is slightly damp.

Spraying(for spray iron only)

• At any temperature by pushing on the spray button a couple of times the laundry can be damped down (fig.11).

When finished ironing

• Place the iron on its rear side (fig.12). – Set the temperature dial to positioningfig.13).
• Remove the mains plug from the wall socket (fig.14).
• Let the iron cool down for at least 30 minutes.
• You can wind up the mains cord (fig.15) and then fix the cord clip (fig.16).
• Store the iron standing on its rear side to prevent damage soleplate (fig.1 7).

Cleaning

• Before cleaning remove the mains plug from the wall socket, let the iron to cool down sufficiently.
• The appliance can be cleaned with a damp cloth.