Lakeland 22250 User Manual - page 4
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Plug the power cord into the socket and switch on.
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Select the desired temperature for steam ironing -
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or
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– and wait until the heat indicator light has
turned off (Figure 3).
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Set the steam selector to the desired setting. You can then begin steam ironing.
STEAM SHOT
The steam shot gives an extra burst of steam to help you smooth out stubborn creases and wrinkles. It’s
particularly helpful on denim and linen, and it can be used whether you are ironing with or without steam.
PLEASE NOTE: the steam shot feature can only be used at higher temperature settings.
Lift the iron slightly above the fabric and press the steam shot button down firmly (Figure 4). Release the button
as you iron, so that an intense surge of steam penetrates deep into the fibres. For optimum steam output, wait
at least 4 seconds before pressing the steam shot button again.
PLEASE NOTE: the steam shot feature can be used when the steam selector is at its maximum setting. For a
stronger burst of steam, slide the steam selector to DRY.
VERTICAL STEAM SHOT
Vertical steam is especially useful for taking the creases out of curtains or garments on hangers. This function
is available to use from the silk setting onwards. Hold the iron upright - a few centimetres away from the fabric
to avoid scorching - and press the steam shot button. (figure 5) CAUTION: never iron clothes on the body, and
never direct the steam towards people. Please note you do not get a continuous flow of steam on this setting.
PRECISION STEAM
For precise steaming around fiddly areas such as collars, cuffs, pockets and buttons, press the steam shot
button. Special steam channels in the soleplate will deliver extra steam to the tip of the iron (Figure 6), smoothing
out wrinkles and ensuring more precise results. CAUTION: please ensure that children are well away when you
press the steam shot button. Keep your fingers at a safe distance from the tip of the soleplate to avoid burning.
SPRAYING
Stubborn creases and tough fabrics can be dampened with a fine mist of water. Press the spray button a couple
of times to moisten the laundry (Figure 7). Delicate or synthetic fabrics which must be ironed at low
temperatures, without steam, may also be sprayed. Please check there is enough water in the tank before
spraying.
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To begin ironing, stand the iron upright and turn the temperature dial to MIN. Plug the power cord into the
socket and switch on. The power indicator light will show the iron is working.
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Turn the temperature dial to the desired setting. The heat indicator light will come on to show the iron is
heating up. When the light goes out, wait a few moments and then begin ironing. As you iron, the indicator
light will turn on and off occasionally as the thermostat regulates the temperature.
PLEASE NOTE: to prevent overheating, this iron is fitted with a thermal safety fuse, but it should never be left
unattended whilst plugged in, especially when children are nearby.
IRONING WITHOUT STEAM
To iron without steam, slide the steam selector to dry (Figure 1). Then select the desired temperature as normal.
FILLING THE WATER TANK
For best results, always make sure there is enough water in the tank when ironing.
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Unplug the iron before filling with water.
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Slide the steam selector to DRY.
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Stand the iron upright on a dry, level surface and open the water spout cover. Use the water beaker to fill
the iron (Figure 2), pouring until the MAX FILL level is reached. Never fill the water tank beyond this point.
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Close the cover firmly.
ANTI-CALC SYSTEM
To combat limescale build-up and prolong the working life of your iron, tap water is filtered via an anti-calc
system. This means the iron can be filled with tap water even in hard water areas. The specially designed steam
chamber and anti-scaling valve are very effective against limescale ‘furring’, but they will not completely prevent
the clogging caused by mineral deposits. To ensure the longevity of your iron, never use vinegar, starch or
chemically descaled water. The harder your water, the more frequently the iron should be self-cleaned – see
SELF-CLEANING YOUR IRON.
DRIP-STOP SYSTEM
With ordinary steam irons, water may drip from the soleplate if the temperature selected is too low, creating
unsightly water marks on the fabric. This iron has been designed to stop steaming automatically if the
temperature is too low for steam. You may hear the drip-stop system ‘clicking’ as the iron heats up or cools down.
This is perfectly normal and shows that the system is working correctly.
STEAM IRONING
To ensure a good output of steam, always keep the water tank at least
1
⁄
4
full. Steam ironing is only possible at
higher ironing temperatures, indicated with
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or
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Figure 2
DRY
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