Zelmer ZIR1515 [12/84] How to use

HOW TO USE

Heating

Always check whether a label with ironing instructions is attached to an article to be ironed. Follow these

instructions in all cases.

Turn the temperature control dial round to set the appropriate temperature indicated in ironing

instructions or in fabric label.

Marking Material, for example

. (1 dot) Acetate, elastane, polyamide, polypropylene

. . (2 dots) Cupro, polyester, silk, triacetate, viscose, wool

… (3 dots) / MAX Cotton, linen

Insert the main plug into the wall socket. The indicator light will turn on. Once the selected temperature is

reached, the indicator light will turn off, indicating you may start ironing.

Water tank lling

Unplug the iron before lling the water tank.

The device is designed for use with tap water. If the water in your area is hard or semi-hard use mix

tap water with distilled or demineralized water purchased in stores, in the ratio 2:1 and 1:1 respectively

(distilled water: tap water). Check with your water supplier to determine the type of water in your area.

Never use 100% distilled or demineralized, rainwater, softened water, scented water, water from other

appliances such as refrigerators, air conditioners, dryers or other types of home water preparation water.

Open the cover for lling.

Slowly pour water through the water inlet.

Do not ll higher than mark on the water tank, in order to avoid spilling out of water.

The water tank should be emptied after each use.

Spraying

As long as there is enough water in the water tank, you may use the spray button at any temperature

setting during steam or dry ironing.

Press the spray button several times to activate the pump while you are ironing.

Steam ironing

Set the temperature control dial to the desired position in accordance with the manufacturer’s label. The

indicator light will turn on until the temperature is reached. Then the indicator light will turn off.

Set the variable steam control to the desired position.

CAUTION: Avoid coming in contact with ejected steam.

Dry ironing

The steam iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the water tank, it is best to avoid

having the water tank full while dry ironing.

Turn the variable steam control to the minimum position.

Select the setting on the temperature control dial best suited for the fabric to be ironed.

CAUTION: If the steam iron has been used for a long time, it is hot and there is no water. Do not rell it

with water until the steam iron cools down.