Cleaning And Maintenance - Bestron AST8000 Manual Del Usuario

Symbol Type of fabric
The fabric may not be ironed.
Acetate
Acryl
Polypropylene
Polyurethane
Nylon
Polyester
Viscose
Silk
Wool
light cotton
and light linen
Cotton
light linen and
stiffened fabric
Linen
• The prescribed temperature settings are applicable solely to the specified fabrics. Fabrics with a glossy
or raised surface should be ironed at a lower temperature.
• Sort the fabrics by ironing temperature, i.e. wool with wool, cotton with cotton, etc. Begin by ironing the
garments that need to be ironed at a lower temperature before moving on to the garments that need to
be ironed at a higher temperature. This is advisable because the iron heats up faster than it cools
down.
• Iron garments containing a mixture of fabrics, for example 60% polyester and 40% cotton, at the lowest
temperature – in this example, the ironing temperature for polyester.
• When ironing garments made from an unknown fabric always begin at a lower temperature. Test the
iron on a concealed area, for example an area on the inside of the garment.
• Pure woollen fabrics (100% wool) can be pressed using steam. Preference is given to the use of a dry
cloth between the iron and the wool. It is best to press wool on the inner surface of the fabric.
• Always iron velvety fabrics and other fabrics that readily become shiny in one direction; apply gentle
pressure to the iron.
• Never iron over zips, etc. These can scratch the soleplate.

cleAninG And MAintenAnce

1. Make sure the boiler and the soleplate have cooled down and the plug has been removed from the
wall socket.
2. Clean the soleplate with a damp cloth. Never use a descaling agent.
3. Store the iron.
• Never use metal implements or scourers to clean the soleplate; otherwise the soleplate could be
damaged.
• Never immerse the appliance, plug or power cord in water.
• Never use corrosive or scouring cleaning agents or sharp objects (such as knives or hard brushes)
to clean the appliance.
Temperature- Instructions
control dial
•
Dry iron at the lowest possible temperature.
Dry iron at the lowest possible temperature. Turn the item of
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clothing inside out.
Dry iron.
Dry iron. Turn the item of clothing inside out.
Steam iron. Turn the item of clothing inside out. If desired,
place a thin, linen cloth over the fabric to prevent a shiny
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appearance.
Steam iron. Use more steam the thicker the fabric. Turn dark
and embroidered clothing inside out.
Steam iron. Use a lot of steam and turn dark clothing inside
out to prevent a shiny appearance. Do not iron lapels and
cuffs inside out.
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user's instructions