Imetec ZEROCALC ECO K3 2300: WARNING PROHIBITION

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IMPORTANT GUIDELINES 

The appliance is designed to work with tap water; however, if the 

water in your area is very hard, mix the tap water (50%) with distilled 

and/or demineralised water (50%). Salt concentration in water in 

certain seaside areas is very high: in such cases it is important to use 

“demineralised water for irons” available on the market. If in doubt, 

only demineralised water for steam irons must be used. 

Do not use diluting agents, scented liquids or descaling agents as 

these substances can damage the product. Do not use water from 

dryers, air-conditioners and rain water.

The reservoir may contain some water as each product is tested before 

being put on the market. 

It is recommended to place a cloth between the iron and the fabric 

when using the iron for the first time. 

It is recommended to direct a jet of steam into the air before starting 

to iron, for any residual condensation to be let out. 

SYMBOLS

WARNING PROHIBITION 

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE AND ITS ACCESSORIES

Refer to the illustrative drawing at the beginning of this instructions booklet to verify your 

appliance equipment. All the figures are on the cover pages of these instructions for use. 

ATTENTION! 

The accessories and features vary according to the 

models. Identify your model by referring to the illustrative drawings at 

the beginning of the instruction booklet and on the product package. 

  1.  Plate temperature LED

  2.  Temperature adjustment knob

  3.  Spray button

  4.  Super-steam button

  5.  Steam selector 

  6.  Water fill-up opening

 7. Spray 

  8.  Calc clean button 

  9.  Max fill-up level 

Max

 10.  Plate with steam holes 

 11.  Water reservoir 

 12.  Technical  data

 13.  Plug

 14.  Water cup

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PREPARATION

Sort the laundry according to the international symbols shown on the label; if this is missing, 

sort according to the type of material.

Start to iron the garments that require a lower temperature so as to reduce idle time (the iron 

requires less time to warm up than to cool down) and eliminate the risk of burning the fabric. 

 synthetic, acrylic, nylon, polyester: low temperatures;

 wool, silk: medium temperatures;

 cotton, linen: high temperatures; 

 do not iron.

USE

FILLING THE RESERVOIR 

Verify that the plug (13) is disconnected from the socket. 

Set the steam selector (5) to 0 [Fig. B]. 

Open the latch (6). 

Set the iron in a position that facilitates filling the water and prevents it from overflowing. 

Slowly pour the water into the reservoir using the special cup (14) [Fig. C].

Do not exceed the maximum (MAX) level indicated on the reservoir (9). 

Close the hatch (6).

SELECTING THE TEMPERATURE

Set the iron upright. 

Insert the plug (13) in the socket. 

Set the temperature according to the type of fabric in line with the international symbols 

shown on the labels; using the adjustment knob (2) [Fig. D]. 

The plate temperature LED (1) indicates that the iron is warming up. 

Wait for the plate temperature LED (1) to go off before starting to iron.

Consult the table below to select the cortemperature:

Label 

garments

Type 

material

Temperature 

control

synthetics

e.g. viscose, polyester

•

silk, wool

• •

cotton, linen

• • •

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ECO FUNCTION 

The appliance is equipped with new technology that optimises steam production, thereby 

reducing energy consumption.

Set the steam selector (5) to ECO to activate the function.

It is recommended to use the ECO function for delicate garments (silk, wool and light cotton). 

IRONING wITHOUT STEAM (DRy) 

Follow the instructions in the “steam ironing” section, leaving the steam selector (5) set to 0.

IRONING WITH STEAM

Select the amount of steam via the steam selector (5).

Move the steam selector (5) to any position between minimum and maximum according to 

the desired amount.

Continuous steam will only be dispensed when the iron is in a horizontal position. 

This stops when the iron is set upright or the steam selector (5) is set to 0. 

Steam can only be used at the highest temperatures, as indicated by the symbol on the 

temperature adjustment knob (2) [Fig. D].

If the selected temperature is too low, water droplets may drip from the plate.

Warning:

 the plate temperature LED (1) goes on intermittently while ironing, 

thereby indicating that the selected temperature is maintained. 

SUPER-STEAM AND VERTICAL STEAM 

Press the super-steam button (4) to generate a strong shot of steam that penetrates the 

fabric and eliminates the most difficult creases. 

Wait a few seconds between each pressing action of the iron [Fig. E].

Press the super-steam button (4) intermittently to iron in an upright direction (curtains, hung 

clothes, etc.) [Fig. F].

Warnings

: the super-steam function can only be used at high temperatures. 

Stop the steam when the plate temperature LED (1) lights up and start  

ironing when this goes off. 

SPRAY FUNCTION 

Verify that there is water in the reservoir (11). 

Press the spray button (3): slowly for dense spray or fast for mist [Fig. G]. 

Warnings:

dampen delicate fabric using the spray function (3) or  

alternatively, lay a damp cloth between the fabric and the iron. 

Do not use the spray on silk or synthetics. 

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AFTER IRONING

EMPTYING PROCESS 

Disconnect the plug (13) from the socket. 

Empty the reservoir (11) by turning the iron upside down and shaking it lightly. 

Let the iron cool down completely. 

Always set the iron upright. 

MAINTENANCE

ZERO-CALC ANTI-SCALE SySTEM 

A special resin filter inside the water reservoir decreases the water hardness and limits the 

formation of limescale in the plate. The resin filter is permanent and cannot be replaced.

SELF CLEAN/CALC-CLEAN SySTEM 

The function allows the internal part of the plate to be cleaned from limescale residue or 

other impurities. 

It is recommended to implement this function every 5 - 10 times it is used. 

Fill the water reservoir (11) up to the maximum (MAX) level (9).

Set the steam selector (5) to 0.

Adjust the temperature knob (2) to maximum and wait for the plate temperature control LED 

(1) to go off.

Disconnect the plug (13) from the socket and immediately place the iron in a horizontal 

position over a wash basin.

Press the Calc-Clean (8) button until hot water, steam and any impurities or limescale come 

out of the plate. 

Once the iron plate has cooled down (10), clean it with a damp cloth. 

CLEANING

ATTENTION!

Make sure the plug of the appliance (13) is disconnected from the 

socket and the plate has cooled down completely before cleaning the 

iron. 

Any starch deposits or residue on the surface of the plate can be removed with a damp cloth 

and non-abrasive liquid detergent. 

Avoid scratching the plate with steel wool or metal objects. 

The plastic parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth and then wiped with a dry cloth. 

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TROUBLESHOOTING

This chapter describes the most common problems that can arise using the appliance. If 

the problems cannot be solved with the information below, please contact the Authorised 

Assistance Centre.

Problem

Possible cause

Solution

The plate (10) 

remains cold or 

does not heat up. 

There is no power supply. 

Verify whether the plug (13) is inserted 

correctly or try inserting it in another 

socket. 

Verify whether the temperature 

adjustment knob (2) is set to the 

minimum temperature 

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 (Fig. D).

The plate 

temperature LED 

(1) goes on and off. 

Normal procedure. 

The switching ON and OFF of the LED 

indicates the heating phase of the 

iron. The LED goes off once the set 

temperature is reached. 

Only a little steam 

or none at all is 

dispensed.

The steam selector (5) is 

set to Ø.

Set the steam selector (5) to the 

desired field (Fig. B).

There is not enough water 

in the reservoir (11).

Fill the reservoir (11).

The impurities that 

come out from the 

steam holes stain 

the garments.

Possible residue in the 

steam chamber/plate. 

Carry out the Self Clean procedure 

(see paragraph Seal Clean/Calc-Clean 

System). 

Chemical additives, 

scented liquids or 

descaling agents are being 

used.

These substances damage the 

product: do not add additives to the 

water in the reservoir. 

Pure distilled water or 

softened water is being 

used. 

Mix tap water (50%) with distilled and/

or demineralised (50%) water.

Starch is being used. 

Always spray the starch on the reverse 

side of the fabric. 

Water leaks from 

the plate.

The plate temperature is 

too low due to the super-

steam button (4) being 

pressed too often.

Allow slightly longer intervals between 

the jets of steam.

The temperature 

adjustment knob (2) is set 

to a temperature that is too 

low (Fig. D).

Turn the temperature adjustment knob 

(2) to the Max level (Fig. D).

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DISPOSAL

The product is packaged in recyclable materials. Dispose of it in compliance with the 

environmental protection standards.

The appliance must be disposed of in compliance with EU standard 2002/96/EC. 

The recyclable materials contained in the appliance must be collected to prevent 

environmental pollution. For further information contact the local waste authority or 

the appliance retailer.

ASSISTANCE AND WARRANTY 

To request repairs or purchase spare parts please contact IMETEC’s authorised customer 

service centre on the Toll-Free Number below or via the website. The appliance is covered 

by the manufacturer’s warranty. For details, read the attached warranty sheet.

Failure to comply with the instructions for use and maintenance provided in this manual will 

render the manufacturer’s warranty null and void.