Black Decker Iron F611 User Manual

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ProXpress  
Automatic Shut-Off Iron  
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MODEL F611  
 
This ProXpress™ Automatic Shut-Off Iron has a polarized  
plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety  
feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.  
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.  
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not  
attempt to defeat this safety feature.  
POLARIZED PLUG  
The Extra Long CordTM  
(12 foot cord)  
1. Water Fill Hole  
2. Spray Nozzle  
9.  
3. Temperature Selector Dial  
4. Indicator Mark  
10. Cord Wrap/Stable Heel Rest  
11. Large Water Windows  
12. Full-length Button Grooves  
13. Fabric Guide  
5.  
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Spray Button  
Adjustable Steam/Dry Dial  
Self Clean IITM System Button  
7.  
14.  
SilverStoneSoleplate  
8. Push On Button  
15. Water Fill Cup - (6 oz. to the  
bottom of the spout)  
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DuPont SilverStone premium No-Stick surface  
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How To Use  
Important: Follow this procedure to clean the iron and to  
become familiar with its features.  
PREPARING  
THE IRON  
Remove any labels or tags which may be attached.  
Using the Water Fill Cup we have provided, fill the Water  
Tank about 1/3 full with water. (See ”Filling With Water,“  
page 5.)  
Set the Temperature Selector Dial to the Indicator Mark  
choosing Cotton or Linen settings (6 or 7) and preheat for  
about 2 minutes. (See ”Starting The Iron,“ page 5.)  
While ironing on an old cotton terry cloth towel for about  
two minutes, try using each of the iron’s features.  
Pump the Sray Button a few times to see the amount of  
water that is released. (See Figure F, page 7.)  
SPRAY  
Turn the Adjustable Steam/Dry Dial to the Indicator Mark  
STEAM  
for (light),  
(medium), and  
(heavy) settings  
SETTINGS  
to become familiar with the various settings. Use the self-  
cleaning feature as described on page 9. Iron on the  
towel for another minute or two.  
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FILLING WITH WATER  
Using the Water Fill Cup we have  
provided, pour water into the Water  
Fill Hole until the water level reaches  
the full mark on the Water Window.  
(Figure A) Do not overfill. Refill as  
necessary.  
Ordinary tap water can generally be  
used for ironing. However, do not use  
water processed through a home  
softening system.  
In extremely hard water areas (over  
180 parts per million) consider using  
distilled or demineralized water. If  
using distilled or demineralized water,  
tap water should be used the first time  
you use the iron and once per month  
thereafter to maintain steam  
performance.  
STARTING THE IRON  
Figure B  
Plug in the iron. After setting the  
Temperature Selector Dial at the  
Indicator Mark for the desired  
temperature, press the PUSH ON  
Button. (Figure B)  
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If the iron is turned on and left sitting  
motionless in the Heel Rest position  
for 9 minutes, the TEMPERATURE  
READY Light will flash to alert you it’s  
about to shut itself off.  
If unmoved for 1 additional minute, it  
will shut itself off completely. (Figure C)  
To restart the iron, be sure the  
Temperature Selector Dial is in a  
position other than O/Fill and press the  
PUSH ON Button.  
Figure C  
USING MOISTURE  
Figure D  
Steam  
Turn the Adjustable Steam  
Dial to the Indicator Mark  
(Figure D) for (light),  
(medium), or  
(heavy) steam settings as  
indicated next to the Temperature  
Settings 4-7 on the saddleplate. If water  
spotting occurs, reduce the steam level  
and/or increase the heat setting on the  
Temperature Selector Dial.  
DRY  
Figure E  
Turn the Adjustable Steam/Dry Dial to  
Indicator Mark for DRY to iron  
without steam. (Figure E) You  
may iron without steam at any  
temperature setting.  
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Spray  
Figure F  
Pump the Button a few times  
to get a water mist from the  
spray nozzle to spot dampen  
stubborn wrinkles. (Figure F)  
STORING THE IRON  
Figure G  
Turn the Adjustable Steam Control to  
DRY and turn the Temperature Selector  
Dial to 0/Fill. Unplug the iron. Allow the  
iron to cool and wrap the cord.  
(Figure G) It is not necessary to empty  
the water if the iron is used frequently,  
but the iron must be stored on its Heel  
Rest to prevent water leaking from  
the Soleplate and causing damage to  
the Soleplate.  
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Refer to this chart for recommended Temperature and  
Steam Settings and ironing instructions for various  
fabrics. Always read garment labels and follow  
manufacturer’s ironing instructions.  
FABRIC IRONING  
CHART  
FABRIC  
ADJUSTABLE STEAM  
TEMP.  
IRONING INSTRUCTIONS  
ACRYLIC  
ACETATE  
Dry iron on wrong side.  
Press washables while damp.  
1.  
NYLON  
SILK  
Dry iron on wrong side to prevent shine.  
Press washables while damp.  
2.  
POLYESTER  
SOME  
Dry iron washables while fabric is damp.  
Iron rayon fabrics on the wrong side.  
Steam iron if fabric manufacturer directs.  
3.  
RAYONS  
PERM.  
PRESS  
Check care label and follow the  
manufacturer's instructions for blends:  
use the setting for the fiber  
DRY IRON  
AT ANY  
SETTING  
COTTON  
BLENDS  
4.  
requiring the lowest heat.  
Steam iron on wrong side to prevent  
shine, or use a press cloth on right  
side. Do not press completely dry.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
WOOL  
COTTON  
LINEN  
LIGHT  
REGULAR  
HEAVY  
Dry iron washables while damp. Use  
steam as needed. Iron dark fabrics on  
wrong side to avoid shine.  
Dry iron washables while damp and  
until dry. Use steam as needed. Iron  
dark linens on wrong side to avoid shine.  
NOTE: USE SPRAY FEATURE AT ANY TEMPERATURE SETTING. STEAM SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN  
STEAM AREA OF THE TEMPERATURE SELECTOR DIAL. WATER SPOTTING MAY OCCUR IF THE  
SETTING IS TOO LOW.  
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CARE OF THE IRON  
EMPTYING THE IRON  
Figure H  
Turn the Temperature Selector Dial to  
the Indicator Mark for O/Fill, set the  
Adjustable Steam Dial to the Indicator  
Mark for the Dry position, and unplug  
the iron. Empty the water by holding the  
iron over a sink with the tip pointing  
downward (Figure H). Water will empty  
out the Water Fill Hole.  
Allow the iron to cool completely. Wipe the outer shell  
and SilverStoneSoleplate finish with a cloth dampened  
in water and a mild household detergent. Never use  
abrasive, heavy-duty cleansers or scouring pads. After  
cleaning, steam iron on an old, cotton terry cloth towel for  
approximately 2 minutes.  
CLEANING THE  
OUTSIDE SURFACES  
About once a month use the Self Clean feature to flush  
out water, minerals, and lint. If lint is allowed to  
SELF CLEANING  
accumulate in the vents, it can scorch and cause  
troublesome brown spotting. Do not be alarmed if hissing  
and spitting occurs while self cleaning. This is normal.  
With the Water Tank filled to the Self Clean Level and the  
iron sitting on its heel rest, turn the Temperature Selector  
to the highest temperature setting and push the PUSH ON  
Button. The Steam/Dry Dial can be in either position. Turn  
the Temperature Selector to O/Fill and unplug the iron.  
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DuPont SilverStone premium No-Stick surface  
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Holding the iron in the ironing position  
over a sink or basin, press and hold the  
Self Clean Button down until all the  
water has been released. This can be  
done with one or two hands as shown  
in Figures I and J. Choose the method  
which is easiest for you.  
Figure I  
Place the iron on its Heel Rest and heat  
for about 2 minutes to dry out any  
remaining water. Iron over an old towel.  
Cool as usual.  
Figure J  
NEED HELP?  
Is the PUSH ON LIGHT on? Push in to turn iron on.  
IRON WON’T HEAT?  
If the Light is not on, will a lamp plugged into the outlet  
turn on?  
Is the Temperature Selector Dial turned to a fabric  
setting?  
Is the PUSH ON Light on and has the iron heated for  
about 2 minutes?  
IRON WON’T START  
STEAMING?  
Check for water by looking in the Water Windows. Is the  
Adjustable Steam Dial set at  
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Adjust the Dial to Dry and back to the desired steam level.  
If steaming doesn’t start, gently tap the Soleplate on the  
ironing board once or twice.  
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Is the PUSH ON Light on and has the iron heated for  
about 2 minutes?  
WATER DROPLETS  
COMING FROM  
STEAM VENTS?  
Is the Temperature Selector Dial set in a steam area and  
is the Adjustable Steam Dial set at the corresponding  
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Service, if necessary, must be performed by a Black &  
SERVICE OR REPAIR  
Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household Appliance Company-Owned  
or Authorized Service Center. The Service Center nearest  
you can usually be found in the yellow pages of your  
phone book under ”Electric Appliances-Small-Repairing.“  
For your convenience a complete listing of our Company-  
Owned Service Centers is listed on pages 13-14.  
Before shipping or mailing your iron, empty all water from  
the iron. Plug in the cord and heat the iron at the  
maximum temperature setting. Iron continuously over an  
all cotton cloth for about 5 minutes. Then place the iron  
on its Heel Rest and leave it operating for 7 to 8 minutes.  
These steps will help to dry the inside of the iron.  
Turn the iron off, move the Adjustable Steam Dial to Dry  
and be sure the iron is completely cool before packing for  
shipment. Pack it carefully into a sturdy carton with  
enough packing material to prevent damage. The original  
carton is not suitable for mailing. Include a note  
describing the problem to our Service Center and be sure  
to give your return address. We also suggest that you  
insure the package for your protection.  
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Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product  
against any defects that are due to faulty material or  
workmanship for a two-year period after the original  
date of consumer purchase or receipt as a gift. This  
warranty does not include damage to the product  
resulting from accident or misuse.  
TWO-YEAR  
WARRANTY  
If the product should become defective within the  
warranty period, we will repair it or elect to replace it  
free of charge, including free return transportation,  
provided it is delivered prepaid to any Black &  
Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household Appliance Company-  
Owned or Authorized Service Center.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you  
may also have other rights which vary from state to  
state.  
Answers to any questions regarding warranty  
service/locations may be obtained by writing:  
Consumer Assistance and Information  
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.  
6 Armstrong Road  
Shelton, CT 06484-4797  
The automatic shut-off system in this iron has a  
switch which contains a small amount of mercury.  
This iron must not be placed in the garbage until the  
mercury switch has been removed for recycling.  
Please help Black & Decker protect the environment  
by returning this iron to any Black & Decker (U.S.)  
Inc., Company-Owned Service Center for proper  
disposal or call 800-231-9786.  
PROPER DISPOSAL TO  
PROTECT THE  
ENVIRONMENT  
Listed By Underwriters Laboratories Inc.  
Copyright © 1991, 1992, 1993 Black & Decker  
Printed in Singapore  
Pub. No. 168640-25-RVOO  
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