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Important: Always empty the water tank when you have finished ironing! WATER TO USE IN ROWENTA IRONS Tap water Rowenta irons are 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 using 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 an iron. However, some types of softeners, particularly those that use chemicals such as salt, can cause the iron 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 iron and eventually appear as brown stains. If you experience these problems Rowenta recommends using inexpensive bottled spring water. Never use 100% pure distilled water. SELF CLEANING SELF CLEANING Your iron is equipped with two self clean functions (depending on model). Do not use descaling a gents in your Rowenta iron. Vapodur Valve The patented Vapodur valve ensures that the opening which allows the water to drip from the water tank into the steam chamber of your iron remains unaffected by hard water deposits. To ensure your iron continues to steam efficiently the valve MUST be opened and closed a few times. This is done by moving the variable steam control left to right a few times each time you finish ironing. Steam Chamber Cleaning Function (depending on model) Clean min max Self PROFESSIP 2anti drip This function allows loose mineral deposits and other impurities that build up inside the iron to be flushed out. This type of self cleaning only needs to be carried out occasionally and never more than once a month. . Fill the iron with cold tap water and set variable steam to min. . Set thermostat dial to maximum position. . Stand on heel and plug in. . When the iron reaches the correct temperature, indicator light will go out, unplug iron. . Hold iron horizontally over the sink with soleplate pointing away from body. . Press and hold down the self clean button for about 1 minute. WARNING: Doing this will cause steam and hot water to be ejected from the soleplate. Take all proper precautions and hold iron away from body. . Move the iron gently back and forth and side to side until all water has run through. . Carefully wipe all water and material from the soleplate with an old folded towel, as the water and minerals can stain the soleplate (although this has no effect on glide or performance). WARNING: Iron and soleplate may still be hot, exercise care while wiping. . Place iron on heel and leave to cool. . IMPORTANT: before using the iron after self cleaning, test steam and burst of steam on an old towel or cloth to ensure all loose material has been removed from the iron. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE . When cold and unplugged, the iron can be cleaned with a damp cloth and wiped dry. Never use household cleaners or solvents. Cleaning the soleplate Rowenta stainless steel soleplates have excellent non-stick properties and can simply be wiped clean when cold. . 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. . Do not use abrasive household cleaners or abrasive cleaning pads. . The soleplate of your iron makes ironing easier. To prevent scratching of the soleplate, do not iron over sharp objects (zippers, etc.). Do not place the iron on rough surfaces, e.g. metal iron support, which may scratch the soleplate. IRON TROUBLESHOOTING IRON TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Solution Iron is leaking. DISTILLED WATER SOFTENED WATER Auto-off activated? (depending on model) Overuse of burst of steam. DO NOT use 100% pure distilled water, use tap water. In very hard water areas mix half tap water with half distilled to reduce hardness; or use inexpensive bottled spring water. Most softened water is alright, but if you experience leaks or spitting, change to untreated tap water or inexpensive bottled spring water. DO NOT use 100% distilled water. Move iron or gently shake. Allow more time between each burst. Iron won’t heat. Is iron plugged in? Thermostat set too low? Auto-off activated? (depending on model) Check plug is in socket. Turn thermostat higher. Move iron or gently shake. R...