SUNBEAM 4229 Steam Master Irons User Manual
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- Use iron only for its intended use.
- To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
- The Fabric Select Dial and Steam Lever should always be turned to OFF before plugging or unplugging from the outlet. Never yank the cord to disconnect from the outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
- Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces. Let the iron cool completely before putting it away. Loop cord loosely around iron when storing.
- Always disconnect the iron from the electrical outlet when filling with water, cleaning or emptying, and when not in use.
- Do not operate the iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to an authorized service center for examination and/or repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is used.
- Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children. Do not leave the iron unattended while plugged in or turned on or on an ironing board.
- Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside down – there may be hot water in the reservoir.
- If the iron is not operating normally, disconnect it from the power supply and have the iron serviced by an authorized service center. Or call Customer Service at 1.800.458.8407. iron is designed to rest on the heel rest. Do not leave the iron unattended. ®
- Your SUNBEAM Do not set the iron on an unprotected surface, even if it is on its heel rest.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
- This is a 1200-watt appliance. To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit
- If an extension cord is necessary, a 15-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
FEATURES OF YOUR STEAM MASTER® IRON
- SPRAY MIST® Release
- Covered Water Fill Hole
- Fabric Select Dial
- Steam Lever
- SPRAY MIST® Button
- SHOT OF STEAM® / Vertical Steam Button (select models only)
- Power Indicator Light / Restart Button (select models only)
- Soft Grip Handle
- Secure Cord™ Retraction (select models only)
- 360° Tangle-Free Swivel Cord (select models only)
- Anti-Calcium System (select models only)
- Self Clean Button
- See-Through Water Reservoir/Maximum Fill Line
- Soleplate
- Storage Strip™
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TO FILL THE WATER RESERVOIR (use tap water)
- Make sure the iron is unplugged. Set the Steam Lever to
(Dry) and the Fabric-Select Dial to OFF. - Lift the Water Fill Hole Cover.
- Fill the water cup with tap water and pour water into the iron water reservoir. Do not fill the water reservoir beyond the maximum fill level.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, be careful when filling a hot iron with water. Hot metal parts, hot water, and steam can cause injuries.
DRY IRONING
- Make sure the Steam Lever is turned to the (Dry) setting.
- Plug the cord into a 120-volt AC outlet.
- Turn the large Fabric Select Dial to the fabric setting you desire. Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel and resting on a stable, protected surface.
Note: While the Steam Lever is turned to the (Dry) setting, you may still use the SHOT OF STEAM® or SPRAY MIST® feature, as long as the Fabric Select Dial is set to wool, cotton, or linen. Please make sure the water reservoir is approximately 1/4 full of water.
STEAM IRONING
- Follow the instructions for “Filling the Water Reservoir.”
- Plug the cord into a 120-volt AC outlet.
- Turn the Fabric Select Dial to the fabric setting you desire. Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel and resting on a stable, protected surface.
IMPORTANT: When not ironing, always set the Steam Lever to (Dry) and the Fabric Select Dial to OFF.
USING THE IRON’S SPECIAL FEATURES
SPRAY MIST® FEATURE
is a powerful water spray mist that dampens the fabric to aid in removing wrinkles from heavy fabrics and for setting creases. TO USE
THE SPRAY MIST® FEATURE:
Press the Spray Mist ® button firmly. SHOT OF STEAM® FEATURE provides an extra burst of steam for deep penetration of stubborn wrinkles. You can use this feature while drying or Steam ironing, as long as the Fabric Select Dial is set to wool, cotton, or linen. The water reservoir must be approximately 1/4 full of water.
TO USE THE SHOT OF STEAM® FEATURE:
Place the iron on top of the wrinkle and press the Shot of Steam® button each time you would like an extra burst of steam. The Shot of Steam ® feature may be used continuously in approximately 3-second intervals. VERTICAL STEAM (select models only) allows your iron to function as a garment steamer. Tip: When using vertical steam on clothing, hang the clothing on a clothes hanger for best results. Hanging curtains and drapes may also be steamed.
TO USE VERTICAL STEAM:
- Make sure that the iron has heated up (2 minutes).
- Hold the iron in a vertical position, with the iron close to but not touching the fabric you want to steam.
- With your other hand, pull the fabric tight.
- Press the Shot of Steam® button in approximately 3-second intervals as you move the iron across the wrinkled area.
30 MINUTE TIMED AUTO-OFF (select models only)
When the iron is plugged in, the Auto-Off activates automatically after 30 minutes. The Auto-Off will activate in any position after the 30 minutes. Once the Auto-Off activates, the power indicator light will turn off and the iron will stop heating. TO RESTART THE IRON: Press the Restart Button (Power Indicator Light). If you do NOT want to iron any longer, unplug the iron. Then move the Variable Steam Lever to
(Dry) and the Fabric Select Slider to Off. WARNING: The Auto-Off is a safety feature and is not a recommended means for turning your iron off. See “Caring for Your Iron After Use.”
MOTION SMART® AUTO-OFF FEATURE (select models only)
When the iron is plugged in, the Power Indicator will light steadily, indicating that there is power to the iron.
IF YOU LEAVE THE IRON:
- in a horizontal position without moving it, or accidentally tipping the iron over, it will automatically stop heating after 30 seconds. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped heating.
- in a vertical position (on its heel rest) without moving it, the iron will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped heating.
IMPORTANT: The Power Indicator will continue to blink until the iron is unplugged or reset. TO RESET THE IRON: Move the iron back and forth and allow it to reheat for 2 minutes. The indicator will stop blinking and the iron will start heating again. WARNING: Motion Smart® Auto-Off is a safety feature, not a recommended means for turning your iron off. See “Caring for Your Iron After Use” for information on turning off your iron and storing it safely between use.
SECURECORD™ RETRACTION (select models only)
allows you to safely retract your power cord without a whipping effect.
- Select the amount of cord desired before plugging it into an electrical outlet. Do not pull the cord past the red indicator.
- . To retract the cord use the cord prongs to press the retraction button. Hold the iron with one hand and use the other hand to grab the end of the cord. (failure to hold plug may cause plug to fly)
- The cord reel is compact for multi-layer winding of the cord. In case the cord is not fully rewound, pull out the cord and steer the cord evenly on the reel.
- In case the cord is not pulled out easily, pull the cord firmly.
- Do not allow children to use the retractable cord feature as the cord may cause injury.
CARING FOR YOUR IRON AFTER USE TURNING OFF YOUR IRON:
Turn the Steam Lever to (Dry) and Fabric Select Dial to Off and unplug the iron from the power source. WARNING: NEVER yank the power cord when unplugging the iron. This can damage the cord.
STORING YOUR IRON
- Turn off the iron following the instructions above. Allow the iron to cool.
- If you do not use your iron daily, empty the water reservoir after each use for a longer iron life. To do so, unplug the iron, turn the iron upside down, open the fill hole cover, and allow water to flow from the fill hole. Shake the iron gently to remove trapped water drops.
- If your iron does not have a retractable cord, loosely loop the power cord around the heel rest and store the iron on its heel rest. IMPORTANT: Wrapping the cord around the iron too tightly can damage the cord.
MAINTAINING YOUR STEAM MASTER® IRON CLEANING THE SOLEPLATE:
turn off the iron following the instructions above. Clean the soleplate if starch or other residue accumulates. TO CLEAN THE SOLEPLATE: allow the iron to cool and then wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. WARNING: DO NOT use abrasive cleansers, scouring pads, or vinegar to clean the soleplate. This will damage the finish. Run the iron over an all-cotton cloth to remove any residue. USING THE SELF-CLEANING FEATURE: You should use the Self-Cleaning feature once a month to maintain the optimal performance of your iron. TO USE THE SELF-CLEANING FEATURE: Turn off the iron following the instructions above.
- Move the Steam Lever back and forth several times to remove debris and minerals from the Steam Valve. This keeps water flowing into the steam chamber.
- Fill the water reservoir with tap water to the MAX line.
- Plug in the iron, set the Fabric Select Dial to Linen, and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.
- Unplug the iron.
- Hold the iron over a sink in a horizontal position. WARNING: Be careful not to touch the iron’s hot surfaces.
- Press the Self-clean Button and hold. Water will begin dripping from the steam vents. Slowly rock the iron side to side and front to back for 30 seconds. When rocking the iron, dip the nose of the iron slightly below the rear of the iron to make certain the water circulates completely. Release the Self-clean Button after one minute.
- Open the fill cap, turn the iron upside down, and allow the remaining water to flow out of the fill hole.
- Dry the soleplate with a towel.
- Plug in the iron and set the Fabric Select Dial to Linen. Let the iron heat for 2 minutes to dry out the iron completely.
- Set the Fabric Select Dial to the Off, unplug the iron, and allow it to cool.
ANTI-CALCIUM SYSTEM (select models only)
The STEAM MASTER® iron houses an anti-calcium filter in the reservoir, which eliminates impurities from the water. This is a permanent system located inside the water reservoir.
TO PROLONG THE EFFICIENCY OF THIS FILTER, FOLLOW THESE STEPS OCCASIONALLY:
- Unplug the iron and allow it to cool.
- Locate the water cup that accompanies the iron. Fill it with water ¾ full. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and fill the water reservoir with this solution.
- Leave the solution in the water reservoir for 15 minutes, shaking occasionally, and then empty it.
- Fill the water reservoir a second time with the salt water solution, shaking occasionally, and empty it again after 15 minutes.
- Fill the tank with fresh water to rinse and empty.
