CONAIR GI100 ExtremeSteam Iron
Safety Instructions
- Always unplug the appliance immediately after use and before cleaning.
- Do not place or store the appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
- Do not place in or drop into water or other liquids.
- Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
- Use only in a dry area.
- This appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
- This appliance is not a toy and should not be used by children.
- Close supervision is CONAIR GI100 ExtremeSteam Iron necessary when the appliance is used near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
- Unsupervised use could result in fire or personal injury.
- Return the appliance to an authorized service center for examination and repair.
- Do not allow the cord to contact heated surfaces. Do not pull or twist the cord.
- Let the appliance cool completely before emptying or putting it away.
- Wrap the cord loosely around the iron when storing.
- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
- If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
- Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
- We recommend that you do not use an extension cord to operate this appliance.
- If an extension cord is necessary, an ampere-rated cord should be used.
- A cord rated for less amperage can result in a risk of fire or electric shock due to overheating.
- Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be pulled or tripped over.
Extreme Steam Iron
Operating Instructions
Before first use, remove all labels from the oleplate and housing. Turn the iron on, allow it to heat up, then turn the iron off. Sort the laundry to be ironed according to the international symbols on the garment label, or if this is missing, according to the type of fabric.
- The tank can be filled with ordinary tap water. Distilled or demineralized water is preferred a. Using
- a clean measuring cup, slowly fill the tank until the water reaches the Max indicator.
- Wipe off any water that may have spilled on the outside of the iron with a soft, clean cloth.
- Set the iron on a stable, flat surface. We recommend using a quality ironing board as the pressing surface.
- Be sure to give the CONAIR GI100 ExtremeSteam Iron enough room to maneuver the iron when pressing.
- Plug the iron into an outlet. Make sure that no other high-wattage appliances are plugged into the same circuit.
- Once the iron heats up, it is ready to use.
- After use, turn the iron off, unplug it, and let the iron cool for 10 minutes before emptying the water and putting it away.
- As a safety feature, your iron will turn off automatically if left in the upright position and not moved for eight minutes, or left in the horizontal position and not moved for thirty seconds.
- When using the iron for the first time, you may notice a slight emission of smoke and hear some sounds made by the expanding plastics.
- This is quite normal, and it stops after a short time. We also recommend passing the iron over an ordinary cloth before using it for the first time.
Anti-Calc System
- A special resin filter inside the water reservoir softens the water and prevents scale buildup on the plate. The resin filter is permanent and does not need replacing.
Anti-Drip System
- With the Anti-Drip System, you can perfectly iron even the most delicate fabrics. Always iron these fabrics at low temperatures.
- The plate may cool down to the point where no more steam comes out, but rather drops of boiling water that can leave marks or stains.
- In these cases, the Anti-Drip System automatically activates to prevent vaporization, so that you can iron the most delicate fabrics without risk of spoiling or staining them.
Dry Ironing
- To iron without steam, leave the steam selector on position “Ø”.SPRAY FUNCTION Make sure that there is water in the reservoir. Press the spray button slowly (for a dense spray)or quickly (for a vaporized spray).
Cleaning
- The self-cleaning feature cleans inside the plate, removing impurities. We recommend using it every 10– 15 days. Directions:
- Fill the water reservoir up to the maximum level indicated and set the steam selector to “OFF”.
- Set the thermostat knob to the maximum temperature and wait for the light to turn off.
- Pull the plug out of the socket and hold the iron horizontally over the sink.
- Hold the self-clean button setting until all the boiling water, steam, and impurities come out.
- When the soleplate has cooled down, you can clean it with a damp cloth.
How to Store
- Disconnect the plug of the iron from the wall outlet.
- Leave the iron to cool down completely.
- Empty the water reservoir CONAIR GI100 ExtremeSteam Iron by turning the iron upside down over a sink and gently shaking it.
- Always put the iron away in a vertical position.
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
- Conair will repair or replace, at our option, your appliance free of charge for 120 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials.
- To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective product to the service center listed, together with your purchase receipt.
- In the absence of a receipt, the warranty period shall be 120 months from the date of manufacture.
- Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
- Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Customer Service
- Website: conair.comconair.com
- Tel: 1-800-458-1960
FAQs
Q: What makes the CONAIR GI100 ExtremeSteam Iron different from regular irons?
Ans: Advanced temperature adjustments for handling different textiles, a ceramic soleplate for smooth glide, and a vertical steam option give the ExtremeSteam Iron more steam power.
Q: How do I adjust the steam settings?
Ans: From no steam to maximum steam, you can choose your desired steam output level using the steam control dial. For more steam on stubborn creases, the iron also has a steam burst button.
Q: What fabrics can I safely iron with the GI100?
Ans: Numerous textiles, such as cotton, linen, wool, silk, polyester, and mixes, can be ironed with this iron. Choose the proper heat setting for each type of fabric using the temperature dial.
Q: How do I use the vertical steam function?
Ans: This iron may be used to iron a wide variety of materials, including cotton, linen, wool, silk, polyester, and blends. Using the temperature dial, select the appropriate heat setting for each type of fabric.
Q: Does the iron have an automatic shut-off feature?
Ans: Yes, in order to prevent mishaps, the GI100 has an auto shut-off safety mechanism that switches the iron off after a certain amount of inactivity.
Q: How do I prevent water leakage from the iron?
Ans: Leakage may result from overfilling the water tank and using the steam function at low temperatures.
Q: Can I use the iron for delicate fabrics?
Ans: Yes, but unless the fabric specifically states that steam is safe, always use the lowest temperature setting.