Tefal GV 8460E0: Dry ironing Vertical steam ironing Refilling the water tank TURBO Function (according to model) Catalysis Autoclean Soleplate® Maintenance and cleaning Cleaning your generator Descaling your generator easily :

MODE ECO:

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our steam generator iron has an ECO mode function which uses less power whilst still guaranteeing a

sufficient steam flow for you to iron your garments properly. In order to use this function, once the

thermostat of your iron has been correctly set (see table above), position the steam flow setting on the

E

CO segment

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he ECO mode can be used on all types of fabrics, however, for very thick or very

creased fabrics, we recommend that you use the maximum steam flow for best results.

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Dry ironing

- Do not press the steam control button under the iron handle.

Vertical steam ironing

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ecommendations: for

• Set the iron temperature control slide and the steam output control dial (located on the

fabrics other than linen or

control panel) to the MAX position.

cotton, hold the iron a

• Hang the garment on a coat hanger and hold the fabric slightly taut with one hand.

few centimetres from the

As steam is very hot : never attempt to remove creases from a garment while it is being

garment to avoid burning

worn, always hang garments on a coat hanger.

t

he fabric.

• Holding the iron in a vertical position, tilted slightly forwards, press repeatedly on the steam

control button (underneath the iron handle) moving the iron from top to bottom – fig.9.

Refilling the water tank

• When the red "water tank empty" light starts flashing, it means that you have no more steam.fig.11.

1.Remove the water tank by pulling on the handle (at the front of the generator) and fill it, taking

care not to exceed the maximum level.

2. Slide the tank back into its housing until its clicks into place.

3. Press the “restart” button on the control panel – fig.12. to continue ironing. When the green light

stops flashing, the steam is ready.

TURBO Function (according to model)

• Press the Turbo control 2 or 3 times when you need extra steam:

- for ironing thicker fabrics,

- for getting rid of creases,

- for powerful vertical steaming.

Use the Turbo function with care as its exceptional steam power can cause burns.

Catalysis Autoclean Soleplate®

• The iron of your steam generator comes with a self-cleaning soleplate which functions by catalysis.

• Its unique coating makes it possible to continually eliminate all the impurities arising from normal usage.

• We recommend you always place your iron on its base or on the iron rest plate in order to protect its self-cleaning

coating.

Maintenance and cleaning

Cleaning your generator

• Do not use detergent or descaling products for cleaning the soleplate base-unit.

Cleaning tip: For easier,

• Never hold the iron or the base unit under the tap.

non-corrosive cleaning of

• Cleaning the soleplate: The iron of your steam generator comes with a self-cleaning

your iron’s soleplate, use a

soleplate which functions by catalysis. Its unique coating actively allows it to continually

damp sponge on the

eliminate all the impurities which are generated every day when the appliance is in normal

soleplate while it is still

use. Nevertheless, using your iron at an unsuitable temperature can leave marks which will

warm.

need to be cleaned manually. In this case we advise you to use a soft damp cloth on the

soleplate whilst it is still warm so as not to damage the coating.

• Clean the plastic parts of the appliance occasionally with a soft cloth.

Descaling your generator easily :

Do not use any descaling substances

For longer generator life, and to avoid scale emissions, your generator is equipped

(vinegar, industrial descaling

with a built-in anti-scale valve. This valve, located in the tank, automatically removes

products, etc.) when rinsing the anti-

the scale that forms inside.

scale valve : they could damage it.

Operation:

Before descaling or cleaning your

• An orange “anti-scale” light located on the control panel starts blinking to tell you

generator, you must let it cool down

that the anti-scale valve needs rinsing - fig.14

for at least 2 hours to avoid any risk

of burns.

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