Hamilton Beach 14010 Use & Care - Page 7

840182701 ENv02.qxd:840144500 Ev02.qxd 2/4/11 3:28 PM Page 12 Troubleshooting (cont.) PROBLEM THINGS TO CHECK Water is leaking Iron won't steam Leaves spots Twisted cord Wrinkles are not removed • Do not overfill the water tank. • If steam ironing, is Adjustable Steam Control in a steam position, the Temperature Control Dial in the steam range, and did the iron have enough time to preheat? • If dry ironing, make sure the Adjustable Steam Control is in the 0 (Dry Iron) position. • If using the Blast of Steam Button, push button less frequently. • Follow the self-cleaning instructions one or two times with tap water (not distilled) to "condition" the iron. • Check the water level. • Is Adjustable Steam Control in Steam position? • Has the iron had enough time to preheat? • Anti-drip feature will not allow steam when temperature setting is in the dry range. • ALWAYS empty the water tank of the iron after using. Water left in the tank may discolor clothing and soleplate. • If the iron cord should become twisted, unplug iron and let cool. Hold iron cord in the middle of entire length. Let plug and iron dangle freely until cord uncoils. This will extend the life of your iron cord. • Check Temperature Control Dial is set to correct fabric. 12 Troubleshooting (cont.) PROBLEM THINGS TO CHECK Iron is too • Check Temperature Control Dial and adjust hot/not hot to desired setting level. Let iron cool down enough 5 minutes before continuing. Fabric Setting Chart Steam To Iron Setting Ironing Instructions Off 0 Nylon Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric. Acrylic Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric. Silk Dry iron on the wrong side of the fabric. Polyester Iron with fabric still damp. Rayon Iron on the wrong side of fabric. Wool Steam iron on the wrong side of fabric. Cotton Iron while still damp using steam and/or spray. Linen Iron on wrong side of fabric while still damp. NOTE: To prevent possible garment damage, we do not recommend ironing fabrics labeled "Dry Clean Only." 13