User manual and frequently asked questions INSTANT CONTROL IS8380
Effortless powerful steaming to get rid of creases
STEAM AWAY CREASES WITH EASE !
Tefal’s Instant Control IS8380 Garment Steamer smoothes out creases and removes odours in a quick and efficient way. So whether you’re in a rush to get to work or need to quickly freshen up a dress for dinner, the IS8380 will help you steam through your laundry in no time. The patented Press & Steam vertical support system provides a flat surface for the garment to be pressed up against, enabling an extremely quick and convenient garment steaming process. With rapid 45-second heat-up time, high steam output, and XL steam head, Instant control is ideal for both intensive steaming sessions and last-minute touch-ups, perfectly suited to a wide variety of fabrics.
• Untreated tap water: Your appliance has been designed to use untreated tap water. If your water is very hard, mix 50% untreated tap water and 50% distilled water.
• Types of water not to use: Heat concentrates the elements contained in water during evaporation. The types of water listed below may contain organic waste, mineral or chemical elements that can cause spitting, brown staining or premature wear of the appliance: - water from clothes dryers - scented or softened water - water from refrigerators, batteries, air conditioners - rain water - boiled, filtered or bottled water
In order to ensure the best performance from your iron, these types of water should not be used for ironing.
Your product is not plugged in or is not switched on ==> Check that your product is properly connected to a power socket and that the switch is on "I". The water level in the tank is too low ==> Unplug the appliance and fill the tank. The pump is unprimed ==>Press and hold the steam button for a few seconds to prime the pump. The removable tank is not installed correctly ==> Check the correct positioning of the tank on the product. The product is in "Stand-by" mode ==> Press the "On-Off" button and wait until it stops flashing.
Your product is not plugged in or is not switched on ==> Check that your product is properly connected to a power socket and that the switch is on "I". The product is in "Stand-by" mode ==> Press the "On-Off" button and wait until it stops flashing.
The water tank is not installed correctly or its locking valve is not closed properly ==> Check that the valve is closed and that the tank is installed correctly on the product.
You have used descaling chemicals or additives in the water. Never add such products to the water tank. These contain organic waste or minerals that condense under the influence of heat and cause spitting, brown dripping or premature aging of your appliance.
You have used descaling chemicals or additives in the water. Never add such products to the water tank. These contain organic waste or minerals that condense under the influence of heat and cause spitting, brown dripping or premature aging of your appliance.
After following the instructions in the user manual for starting the appliance, make sure that your electrical socket is working by plugging another appliance. If it still does not work, do not try to dismantle or repair the appliance yourself, instead, take it to an approved repair centre
