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2 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam).
3 Open the cap of the filling opening.
4 Tilt the iron backwards.
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5 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level by
means of the filling cup.
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids
chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank.
6 Close the cap of the filling opening ('click').
Setting the temperature
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1 GC4043,40,28,25 only: remove the heat-resistant protective
cover.
2 Put the iron on its heel.
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3 Set the required ironing temperature by turning the
temperature dial to the appropriate position.
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:
- 1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester)
- 1 Silk
- 2 Wool
- 3 Cotton, linen
If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will not
be visible when you wear or use the article.
Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to
prevent shiny patches.Avoid using the spray function to prevent stains.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature,
such as those made of synthetic fibres.
4 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
The amber temperature light goes on.
5 When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before
you start ironing.
The temperature light will go on from time to time during ironing.
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