. These functions are listed in a menu.You can use the menu by pressing the menu button and the + & - buttons. . The menu structure of these functions is: -Language: (several language possibilities) -Sound: (on)/off -Iron off: 5/(10)/15/20 minutes Note: default settings are shown between ( ). To select your preferred settings: 1 2 3 Press the menu button for 1 second. Use the + and - buttons to scroll through the available settings. When you have reached the setting of your choice, press the menu button again. The message "Selection Confirmed" appears on the display. 4 To exit the menu, wait 3 seconds. Using the appliance Steam ironing The supply hose may become hot during a long ironing session. B The system may occasionally produce a pumping sound during steam ironing. This is normal and tells you that water is being pumped into the steam tank. 1 Make sure there is enough water in the water tank. . Steam ironing is only possible at higher ironing temperatures (higher than 2). 2 Press the steam activator to start steam ironing. ENGLISH 11 . During steam ironing, the 'steam tank heating up' pilot light goes on from time to time to indicate that the steam tank is heating up to maintain the right temperature and pressure. . The opening and closing of the steam valve in the steam tank will cause a clicking sound.This is perfectly normal. C . The steam function is controlled automatically and it is linked to the selected temperature. The steam symbol is shown on the display when the temperature of the iron is high enough for steam ironing. -2 : visible wet steam -MAX: invisible dr y steam . The steam function will be automatically disabled at ironing temperatures that are not suitable for steam ironing. Ironing without steam 1 Start ironing without pressing the steam activator. Features Vertical steaming Never direct the steam at people. C . You can steam iron hanging curtains and clothes (jackets, suits, coats) by holding the iron in vertical position and pressing the steam activator. Iron-off function The iron-off function automatically switches off the soleplate when the steam activator has not been pressed for a par ticular number of minutes, depending on the iron-off time you have selected. You can select an iron-off time of 5, 10, 15 or 20 minutes (see section 'Display menu'). The display will show the text "Iron off" and you will hear an intermittent beep. If you want to start ironing again, press any button on the iron. 1 2 The soleplate will then start heating up again. B NB: the Iron-off function switches off the soleplate but does not switch off the steam tank. If you intend to stop ironing, you should switch the appliance off and unplug the steam tank. 12 ENGLISH After Ironing 1 Put the iron on the stand. C C C 2 3 Switch the appliance off. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. Cleaning and maintenance After each use Clean the iron with a damp cloth. Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive cleaning agent. Never immerse the iron in water nor rinse it under the tap. 1 2 Calc Clean Never remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap and unscrew the Calc-Clean rinsing plug when the steam tank is hot. VERY IMPORTANT: Rinse the steam tank once a month or after ever y 10 times of use to prevent damage to your iron. B The scale that develops inside the steam tank will not deposit onto the walls. Just calc-clean the steam tank once or twice a month to keep your Intellicare in good condition. Make sure that the steam tank has been unplugged for more than 2 hours and is not hot. Remove the detachable water tank. 1 2 ENGLISH 13 3 Hold the steam tank with both hands and shake well. C 4 Turn the steam tank on its side and remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap & rinsing plug with the special key supplied or with a coin. C 5 Empty the steam tank by pouring out the water into the cup or into the sink. C 6 Fill the steam tank with fresh water by means of the cup and funnel and shake again. C 7 Empty the steam tank by pouring out the water into the cup or into the sink. C Repeat steps 6 & 7 twice to obtain the best result. 14 ENGLISH 8 C C C C . Put the Calc-Clean rinsing plug back into the steam tank and tighten it with the special key supplied or with a coin. Put the Calc-Clean rinsing cap back onto the steam tank. 9 Calc-Clean reminder When the display shows the following message: "SWITCH IRON OFF - CALC-CLEAN STEAM TANK" You are advised to calc-clean the steam tank as described above in steps 1 to 9. Storage Always let the iron cool down before storing it. 1 2 Empty the water tank and store the supply hose and the mains cord. There are handgrips on the either side of the steam tank for easy transport. Environment Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve the environment. ENGLISH 15 Guarantee & service If...