• Use appliance for its intended use only. • This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with a physical, sensory or mental impairment, or people without knowledgeor experience, unless they are supervised or given prior instructionsconcerning the use of the appliance by someone responsible for their safety. • Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with theappliance. • Do not leave appliance unattended while plugged in or while it is still hot. • Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord, plug or steam hose orafter the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. • • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repairthe appliance. Return appliance to nearest authorized service center forexamination, repair or adjustment. • To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitting from steam vents, checkappliance before each use by holding it away from body and operating. • Steam only in an up and down vertical motion. Never use steam head in ahorizontal position or tilt into a backward position, this may result in waterdischarge. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance in wateror other liquids. • Appliance should always be turned off before plugging or unplugging. Never yank the cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and pull todisconnect. • Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let appliance cool completelybefore putting away. • Loop cord loosely under the appliance when storing. • Do not let power cord contact sharp edges or hot surfaces. • Do not try to fasten the hose adapter during operation. Scalding may occurif the hose adapter is removed while using the appliance. • Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when filling with water, emptying or when not in use. • Do not attempt to hang up the unit using the hose. • The use of foreign accessory attachments that are not supplied by Rowentais not recommended and may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury. • Burns could occur from touching hot parts, hot water or steam. Use carewhen you empty a steam appliance. There may be hot water in the reservoir. • Do not direct steam at people, animals or steam clothes while they are being worn. • Your Rowenta appliance is intended for household use only. • This is a floor appliance and should never be carried while in use. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS • This is a 1300, 1400 or 1500 watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload, donot operate a high wattage appliance on the same circuit. • If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, the marked electrical ratingshould be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. Cords ratedfor less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord sothat it cannot be pulled or tripped over. • Do not cut or attempt to extend the steaming hose. DESCRIPTION 1. Steam head 10.On / Off switch 2. Eject button 11.Electric cord storage 3. Steam hose connector (under base) 4. Steam hose 5. Carry handle 12.Upholstery brush* 6. Max water level 13.Fabric brush* 7. Steam hose wrapping 14.Crease attachment* 8. Steam head storage slide 15.Lint pad* 9.aFilling inlet 16.Door hook* 9.bEmptying outlet *depending on model: this is either equipment specific to certain models or available as an optional accessory. Accessories that are not listed in this manual or manufactured by other companies are not recommended for use with the Pro Compact steamer. Before use Please read the instructions for use and Important Safeguards carefully. • Remove any packaging from the appliance. • DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. • Insert the steam hose into the hole on the top of the unit while sliding out the eject knob. • Completely unwind the power cord. Filling with water • Your steamer has been designed to operate using untreated tap water. If your water is very hard (check with your local water authority) mix tap water with store-bought bottled or spring water in the following proportions : -50% untreated tap water, -50% distilled or demineralized water. -or just use bottled spring water. • Fill with maximum 33 ounces of water, taking care that the water does not overflow or pass the fill line on the side of the tank. Never overfill your steamer. Never fill it with hot water. 4 Important: Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. The types of water listed hereafter may contain organic waste, mineral or chemical elements that can cause spitting, brown staining, or premature wear of the appliance: water from clothes dryers, scented or softened water, water from refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners, rain water, boiled, filtered or bottled water. Also use distilled or demineralized water only as advised above. Use • Plug in your steamer. Place your steamer on the floor with the steam vents pointing away from the door. • The steam head should be hung on the door hook while unit is heat...