Black & Decker AS250 Iron User Manual


 
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2. When finished, unplug the iron and stand it on its heel rest.
3. If using seam, move the selctor to .
SURGE OF STEAM
Horizontal
1. With the water tank filled to the MAX mark, set fabric dial to highest
temperature setting and let iron stand on its heel rest about 30 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 dial to the highest temperature setting and let
iron stand on its heel rest about 30 seconds.
2. Hold the iron close to, but not touching, the fabric.
3. Pull the fabric tight in your free hand and pump the button
as you move the iron over the fabric (G).
SPRAY
You can use spray at any setting. Check that the water tank is
filled with water. Press the button.
If spray is weak, pump the button a few times.
ANTI-DRIP SYSTEM
The anti-drip system prevents water spotting at low temperatures.
EMPTYING WATER TANK AFTER IRONING - OPTIONAL
1. Turn the fabric-select dial to Min. Unplug the iron and
let it cool.
2. Open the water-fill cover.
3. Empty the water by holding the iron over a sink with the tip
pointing down. Water will empty out of water-fill opening (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.
SELF-CLEANING
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 self-clean button. Be careful, as hot water
and steam will come out of the steam vents (J). Continue to
hold the self-clean button until all the water has emptied. If
necessary, rock iron side to side and front to back.
5. When finished, release the button, stand the iron on its heel
rest and plug it in. Heat for about 2 minutes to dry out any
remaining water.
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.
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