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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
If the body and the handle become dirty they should be wiped with a
damp cloth when the appliance is cold and unplugged. Do not use
abrasive or other chemicals.
Cleaning the soleplate
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In normal use a draggy coating may build up on the soleplate
(starch, detergent buildup, burnt synthetic fibers). This can be easily
removed by using the Rowenta Soleplate Cleaning Kit or a quality
hot iron soleplate cleaner available at most stores.
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Do not use abrasive household cleaners or abrasive cleaning pads.
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To prevent scratching of the soleplate, do not iron over sharp
objects (zippers, etc.). Do not place the appliance on rough
surfaces, e.g. metal iron support, which may scratch the soleplate.
WATER TO USE IN ROWENTA STEAM 'N PRESS
Tap water
The Rowenta Steam 'n Press is designed to be used with REGULAR TAP
WATER (up to 12 grains of hardness). If your water is harder than this,
Rowenta recommends mixing half tap water with half distilled water
which reduces the hardness; or just use inexpensive bottled spring
water.
Never use 100% distilled water since this can cause the iron to spit
and leak.
Softened water
There are many types of household water softeners and the water
from many of them is perfectly acceptable for use in the Steam 'n
Press. However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use
chemicals such as salt, can cause the appliance to leak or spit during
use. If you experience this type of problem, we recommend that you
try using inexpensive bottled spring water or untreated tap water.
Never use 100% pure distilled water.
Once you have changed water it will take several uses to correct the
problem. Rowenta recommends trying the steam function for the first
time on an old towel or cloth to avoid damaging your clothes.
Iron and other impurities
If your water supply contains large amounts of iron or organic
matter, these minerals can collect inside the appliance and eventually
appear as brown stains. If you experience these problems, Rowenta
recommends using inexpensive bottled spring water.
Never use 100% pure distilled water.
Always remember:
Battery water and water containing additives (such as starch, perfume
or fabric conditioner) may not be used. Such additives can affect the
properties of the steam and, at high temperatures, can form deposits
in the steam chamber, which will mark the laundry when they are
emitted through the steam vents. For this reason descaling liquids
should not be used.
In the interest of improving products, Rowenta reserves the right to
change specifications without prior notice.