Vitek VT-1253: ENGLISH

ENGLISH

move the protective cartoon covering (if

perature indicated on the tag before iron-

any) from the iron sole (12).

ing.

• Make sure that the electrical supply voltage

• If the tag does not list the recommended

corresponds to the iron’s operating volt-

ironing temperature, but you know the type

age.

of fabric, then use the following table to de-

termine the proper temperature.

Note:

- When using the unit for the first time,

Signs Fabric type/temperature

the heating element of the unit burns

Synthetics, nylon, acryl, polyester

•

(low temperature)

that is why some smoke or foreign odor

•• Silk/wool (medium temperature)

can appear. It is normal.

••• Cotton/flax (high temperature)

CHOICE OF WATER

• This table is only for smooth materials.

To fill the water tank use regular tap water. If

Fabrics of other types (crimped, raised

water is hard then it is recommended to mix it

etc.) are best ironed at low temperature.

with distilled water at a ratio of 1:1, if water is

• First sort items by ironing temperature:

very hard, mix it with distilled water at a ratio

wool with wool, cotton with cotton etc.

of 1:2 or use only distilled water.

• The iron heats up faster than is cools down.

For this reason it is recommended to begin

Note:

ironing at low temperature (for instance

- Do not fill the water tank (11) with

synthetic fabrics).

scented liquids, vinegar, starch solu-

• After that, move to higher temperature

tions, descaling reagents, chemical

ironing. Cotton and linens should be ironed

substances etc.

last.

• If an item is made from a mix of fabrics, then

FILLING THE WATER TANK (pic. 1, 2)

the iron should be set for the fabric with the

Make sure that the iron is disconnected from

lowest ironing (for instance if an item is

electrical power before filling it with water.

made from 60% polyester and 40% cotton,

Set the steam release regulator (3) to the Off

it should be ironed at the temperature used

position.

for ironing polyester “•”).

• Open the water tank lid (2).

• If you cannot define the fabric the item is

• Fill it with water using the water bowl (14).

made from, find a place on it that is hid-

Close the lid (2).

den while wearing and, on practice select

the ironing temperature (always start at the

Note:

lowest and gradually raise it until you get

- Do not fill it with water above the MAX.

the desired result.)

mark.

• Corduroy and other fabrics that start glossy

- If you need to refill the water tank dur-

quickly should be ironed strictly in one di-

ing ironing, turn off the iron and unplug

rection (along the lines) with slight pres-

the power cord from the outlet.

sure.

- After you finish ironing, open the water

• To avoid appearance of glossy spots on the

tank lid (2) and drain the remaining wa-

synthetic and silk fabrics, iron them back-

ter (pic.8).

side.

IRONING TEMPERATURE

SETTING THE IRONING TEMPERATURE

Before operating test the heated iron on the

• Place the iron on the base (8).

old cloth to be sure that the iron sole (12) and

• Insert the power plug into the outlet.

the water tank (11) are clean.

• Set the temperature regulator (10) to the re-

• Always check the recommended iron tem-

quired ironing temperature: “•”, “••”, “•••”

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