Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product F550S Black & Decker
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1200 W 120V ~ 60 Hz 1200 W 220V ~ 50/60 Hz ® SA VE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK LEASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO Advanced System & ProXpress ™ Irons / Planchas ? U.
® BEFORE FIRST USE IMPORT ANT : Follow this procedure before first use. 1. Remove any labels, stickers, or tags which may be attached to the body or soleplate of the iron. NOTE: Do Not Remove the Mercury warning label from the cordset (Certain Models Only).
FILLING WITH WA TER 1. Be sure the iron is OFF and unplugged and the Adjustable Steam Dial is at DRY . Use ordinary tap water – do not use water processed through a home softening system.
shut off soon. The iron will automatically shut off after one hour . T o continue ironing, push the “On” button. For Model F650S: This model is designed to shut off if the iron hasn’t been moved for 10 minutes. The Green T emperature Ready Light will blink as a warning before the iron shuts itself off.
word SPRA Y or the SPRITZ “ ”is toward the front of the iron. For model F612 only , you must flip the Surge/Spray Switch at the side of the iron down to SPRA Y . Then pump the SPRA Y/SURGE button a few times. EMPTYING THE IRON 1. T urn the T emperature Selector Dial to “Off” or “O/Fill,” depending on the model.
4. Sit the iron on its Heel Rest, plug it in, and let it preheat for about 2 min- utes. Iron over an old cloth, then unplug and let the iron cool. CLEANING THE OUTSIDE SURFACES 1. Allow the iron to cool completely . 2. Wipe the outer shell and soleplate with a cloth dampened in water and a mild dish detergent.
WA TER DROPLETS COMING FROM STEAM VENTS? Is the T emperature Selector Dial set in a steam area and is the Adjustable Steam Dial set at the corresponding “ ”, “ ” or “ ” steam setting? SERVICE OR REP AIR Service, if necessary , must be performed by a Black & Decker , Household Appliance Company-Owned or Authorized Service Center .
IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS When using your iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. ■ Use iron only for its intended use. ■ T o protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquid.
■ T o avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron; instead, take it to an authorized service center for examination and repair . Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used. ■ Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS ■ T o avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit. ■ If an extension cord is necessary , a 10-ampere rated cord with a polarized plug and Underwriter’ s Laboratories (UL)-listing should be used.
1. W ater Fill Hole 2. Spray Nozzle 3. T emperature Selector Dial 4. Adjustable Steam/Dry Dial 5. Spray Button 6. Push ON/OFF Button and Power On Light (Model F650S: Ready/W ait Lights; Model 550S: Thermostat Cycle Light) 7. Pivoting Cord 8. Cord Wrap/Stable Heel Rest 9.
Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Copyright © 1992-1998 Black & Decker Printed in Mexico Pub. #175075-00-RV00 FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Black & Decker Inc. warrants this product against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship for a two-year period after the original date of consumer purchase or receipt as a gift.
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