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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 1
STEAM &
DRY IRON
MODEL WST5000ZE
OWNER’S MANUAL
FER À REPASSER
À VAPEUR ET À SEC
MODÈLE WST5000ZE
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using your flat iron, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Use iron only for its intended use. 3. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids. 4. The iron should always be turned to off before plugging or unplugging from outlet. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disc
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 5 ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escap- ing steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property. 1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance. 2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only. 3. If this applianc
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 7 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WESTINGHOUSE WST5000ZE STEAM & DRY IRON PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION. 4 5 3 2 1 7 6 8 9 1. Water Fill Port Cover 6. Cord Winder 2. Water Fill Port 7. Red Indicator Light 3. Adjustable Steam Dial 8. Soleplate 4. Swivel Cord 9. Temperature Dial 5. Heel Rest 4 APPRENDRE À CONNAÎTRE LE FER À REPASSER À VAPEUR ET À SEC WESTINGHOUSE WST5000ZE LE PRODUIT PEUT DIFFÉRER LÉGÈREMENT DE L’ILLUSTRATION. 4 5 3 2 1 7 6 8 9 1. C
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 9 FEATURES TEMPERATURE DIAL Select temperatures based on the type of fabric to be ironed. ADJUSTABLE STEAM DIAL For selecting dry ironing, turn to OFF. For steam ironing, adjust dial to preferred steam position. SWIVEL CORD FOR LEFT- AND RIGHT-HANDED USERS Pivots up and down and is supported to prevent dragging along the fabric. The flexible grommet protects the cord from fraying. WATER FILL PORT Easy to fill for using steam feature. CORD WINDER Hold
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 11 BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME Carefully unpack your Iron and remove all packaging materials and any adhesive stickers from the Soleplate. Make sure all adhesive is removed by rubbing Soleplate with a damp cloth. To remove any dust that may have accumulated on the Iron during packaging, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Do not put the Iron, cord or plug in water. NOTE: Before you use your Iron for the first time,
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRY IRONING The Iron can be used on the dry setting with or without water in the tank, however it is best to avoid having the tank too full of water during dry ironing. 1. Before first use, remove any adhesive stickers from the Soleplate. Make sure all adhesive is removed by rubbing Soleplate with a damp cloth. 2. With the Iron unplugged turn Steam Dial to “OFF”. This will stop the flow of steam if water is in the Reservoir.
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) STEAM IRONING (Cont.) When using as a Steam Iron, be sure the temperature setting on the Temperature Control Dial is within the WOOL to LINEN setting to avoid water spotting on the garment. 1. Before first use, remove any adhesive stickers from the Soleplate. Make sure all adhesive is removed by rubbing Soleplate with a damp cloth. 2. Turn Steam Dial to “OFF”. This will stop the flow of steam if water is in the Rese
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 17 IRONING GUIDE SELECTING IRON TEMPERATURES Always read garment labels and follow the manufacturer’s ironing instructions. Refer to the “Ironing Chart” on the next page for tempera- ture recommendations: ACRYLIC/SILK Use low settings for acrylic, silk and synthetics. RAYON/WOOL Use moderate settings for rayon, wool, and fabrics with more than 20% rayon or wool. COTTON/LINEN Use high settings for cotton, linen, and blends. IRONING HINTS Warning! To pr
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Repassage à la vapeur si désiré Repassage à sec à tous les réglages WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 19 IRONING GUIDE (Cont.) TEMPERATURE IRONING FABRIC SETTING RECOMMENDATIONS Acrylic ACRYLIC Dry iron inside out. Acetate ACRYLIC Dry iron inside out while still damp. Silk SILK Iron inside out. Use an ironing cloth to prevent shine marks. Nylon SILK Iron inside out while still damp. Polyester SILK Iron inside out while still damp. Rayon RAYON Iron inside out. Viscose RAYON Mainly dr
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 21 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance requires little maintenance and contains no user service- able parts. Do not try to fix it yourself. Refer it to a qualified repair tech- nician if servicing is needed. CAUTION: Always allow Iron to cool completely before cleaning. CARE AND CLEANING: 1. Turn Steam Dial to “OFF”. 2. Turn Temperature Dial to “MIN”. 3. Unplug Iron from electrical outlet. 4. With Soleplate facing away from you, lift Water Fi
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 23 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) WARNING: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF BURNS, use caution when cleaning soleplate holes. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. CLEANING SOLEPLATE HOLES 1. Be sure Iron is unplugged, Steam Dial is “OFF”, and Temperature Dial is set to “MIN”. 2. Lift Water Fill Port Cover and fill Reservoir (see “Steam Ironing”). 3. Plug Iron into electrical outlet. 4. Turn Temperature Dial to “LINEN”. 5. A
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 25 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) CLEANING SOLEPLATE SURFACE CAUTION: Unplug the Iron from the electrical outlet before cleaning the exterior of the Iron and storing. Never immerse an appliance in water or other liquid. To protect the soleplate from scratching, avoid ironing over snaps, zip- pers, metal buttons, etc. Also, do not place the iron on metal or rough surfaces. Slight scratches in non-stick soleplates do not affect perfor- mance of t
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WST5000ZE_IB_13-1-05 1/13/05 3:09 PM Page 27 LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Coverage: This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original pur- chase date. This product warranty is extended only to the original con- sumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable. For a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase of the product, our Repair Center will, at its option, either (1) repair the produc
