De'Longhi VVX 340 Steam Iron User Manual

Importanti Istruzzioni di Sicurezza

Leghjite attentamente queste istruzioni prima di utilizà l'apparecchiu è cunservatele per riferimenti futuri. A mancanza di seguitu di queste istruzioni pò causà scosse elettriche, incendi o ferite gravi.

• Assicuratevi sempre u voltage indicata nantu à a targhetta currisponde à u vostru voltage.
• Ùn immergete micca u ferru o a so basa in acqua o in qualsiasi altru liquidu.
• Ùn lasciate micca u ferru da stiru senza surveglianza mentre hè accesu o cunnessu à a rete elettrica.
• Tenite u ferru è u so cordone fora di a portata di i zitelli quandu hè accesu o si raffredda.
• Aduprate u ferru solu per u so scopu previstu, vale à dì stirà i vestiti.
• Never touch the hot soleplate.
• Unplug the iron from the mains socket before filling or emptying the water tank, and when not in use.
• Se u cordone di fornitura hè dannatu, deve esse rimpiazzatu da u fabricatore, u so agentu di serviziu, o persone simili qualificate per evità un periculu.

1. Installazione è Primu Usu

1.1 Unpacking

Carefully remove the iron from its packaging. Retain the packaging for future storage or transport. Check for any damage during transit. If the appliance is damaged, do not use it and contact customer service.

1.2 Riempimentu di u Tank d'acqua

Before filling the water tank, ensure the iron is unplugged from the power outlet and has cooled down. Use clean tap water. For areas with hard water, distilled or demineralized water is recommended to prevent limescale buildup.

Image 1: Filling the water tank of the De'Longhi VVX 340 steam iron. Ensure the iron is unplugged before adding water.

1. Open the water inlet cap, usually located on the front or top of the iron.
2. Carefully pour water into the tank using a measuring jug, ensuring not to exceed the maximum fill line. The water tank capacity is approximately 1 liter.
3. Chiudete a tappa di l'acqua in modu sicuru.

1.3 Riscaldamentu iniziale

For the first use, or after a long period of storage, it is advisable to iron an old piece of fabric to remove any manufacturing residues from the soleplate. This prevents staining your garments.

1. Plug the iron into a suitable grounded power outlet (220-240V, 50/60Hz).
2. Impostate u regulatore di temperatura à u massimu.
3. Allow the iron to heat up until the indicator light turns off, signaling it has reached the desired temperature.
4. Press the steam button a few times to clear any residue.

2. Funziunamentu di u ferru

2.1 Selezzione di temperatura

The iron features a temperature control dial. Select the appropriate temperature setting based on the fabric type of your garment. Always check the garment's care label. Start with lower temperatures for delicate fabrics and increase for heavier materials.

• Bassa temperatura: sintetici, seta
• Température moyenne : Lana
• Alta temperatura: Cuttuni, linu

2.2 Funzione Steam

The De'Longhi VVX 340 offers powerful steam for effective wrinkle removal. Ensure the water tank is filled and the iron is heated to a high enough temperature (usually indicated by the "OK STEAM" light) before using the steam function.

Image 2: Detail of the iron's handle, highlighting the steam control and the "VERTICAL STEAM" feature.

• Vapuri cuntinuu: Adjust the steam control slider to the desired steam output.
• Colpu di vapore: Press the steam shot button for an extra burst of steam to tackle stubborn wrinkles.
• Steam verticale: Hold the iron vertically and press the steam shot button to steam hanging garments, curtains, or drapes.

Nota: The steam function is most effective at higher temperatures. If the temperature is too low, water may drip from the soleplate.

2.3 Stiratura a secca

For dry ironing, ensure the steam control slider is set to the "no steam" position. You can iron without water in the tank, or with water, as long as the steam function is deactivated.

3. Mantenimentu è Storage

3.1 Pulizia di a piastra

Per pulisce a piastra, assicuratevi chì u ferru sia scollegatu è cumpletamente fretu. Asciugate a piastra cù un pannu d'acqua.amp cloth and a non-abrasive cleaner. Do not use metallic scouring pads or harsh chemicals, as these can damage the soleplate coating.

3.2 Sguassà u cisterna d'acqua

After each use, or before storing the iron, it is recommended to empty any remaining water from the tank. This helps prevent limescale buildup and leakage.

1. Scollegate u ferru è lasciatelu raffreddà cumpletamente.
2. Aprite u tappu d'entrata di l'acqua.
3. Invert the iron over a sink and allow all water to drain out.
4. Chiudere u tappu di entrata di l'acqua.

3.3 Decalcificazione (Sistema Anti-Calc)

The De'Longhi VVX 340 may feature an anti-calc system to reduce limescale buildup. Refer to the specific instructions provided with your model for descaling procedures. Regular descaling ensures optimal steam performance and extends the life of your iron.

General Descaling Steps (if applicable):

1. Fill the water tank with a descaling solution or a mixture of water and white vinegar (check manufacturer's recommendations).
2. Scaldate u ferru à a so temperatura massima.
3. Allow steam to be released for several minutes, or follow the specific descaling cycle if available.
4. Svuotate u serbatoiu è sciacquate bè cù acqua pulita.
5. Iron an old cloth to remove any descaling residue.

3.4 Storage

Store the iron upright on its heel rest in a safe, dry place after it has completely cooled down and the water tank has been emptied. Do not wrap the cord tightly around the iron while it is still hot.

4. Risoluzione di prublemi

Prima di cuntattà u serviziu clienti, per piacè riferitevi à i seguenti prublemi è suluzioni cumuni:

5. Specifiche tecniche

6. Garanzia è Support

For information regarding warranty coverage, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official De'Longhi website. If you require technical assistance or have questions not covered in this manual, please contact De'Longhi customer support.

You can find more information and support on the official De'Longhi store page: Negoziu De'Longhi