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Instructions
Electric Steam Iron
MI-350S/350R/530R/550S/550R/531 A/551R
№-3505 = NI-a50R Ls
Panasonic
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely.
CAUTION DURING USE OF RETRACTIVE POWER CORD
(NI-350R/530R/550R/531R/551R Only)
(1) When retracting power cord, always grasp the plug with one hand while pressing the cord
wind button with the other hand.
(2) If cord does not retract completely, pull it out slightly and wind it again while guiding it into
the reel.
(3) Unwind the power cord in the amount of length you need before plugging it to the wall
outlet.
(4) If the power cord seems hard to unwind due to an improper winding, pull firmly until it is
released.
(5) Do not allow small children to handle the retractive power cord as this may cause the cord
to "whip" and cause injury.
| GENERAL HINTS BEFORE USING YOUR Panasonic IRON |
1. Read this instruction book to become familiar with the iron and its features.
2. Most ordinary tap water can be used in this iron. In extremely hard water areas, distiled or
demineralized water should be used. Do not use water processed through home water
softening systems, because this water contains minerals that may be harmful to the iron.
3. It is best to start ironing garments requiring lower temperature settings first. This will help
to avoid damaging garments. If you are not sure of the fabric content, first test the temperature
of the iron on an area of a garment where it will not show.
HELPFUL IRONING TIPS
The Temperature Selector Dial of the panasonic iron has dots on it, in addition to numbers
and color indications. This makes it easy to adjust the iron for steam, more or less steam, and
any other temperature setting desired. The dots are international fabric protection symbols for
various temperature ranges:
e Low Temperature
@@ Medium Temperature
000 High Temperature
Many garments are labeled with these dots as a guide for selecting the proper ironing
temperature. For general information about ironing temperatures, refer to the handy fabric
guide on the iron. For more specific information, use the "Fabric Ironing Chart" found on
page 9.
As a guide to the international Textile Care Labeling code, the following symbols are noted for
your information.
INTERNATIONAL TEXTILE CARE
& LABELING CODES § waar A O
Washing Bleaching troning Dry Cleaning
A symbol crossed out indicates that the article of clothing
“ must not be subjected to the particular treatment.
EXAMPLE: (DO NOT BLEACH) X
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your flatiron, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
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6.
7.
. Read all instructions.
. Use iron only for its intended use.
. To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water
or other liquids.
. 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 disconnect.
. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let iron cool completely before
putting away.
Loop cord loosely around iron when storing. (NI-350S/550S Only)
Wind cord into cord reel unit when storing.
(NI-350R/530R/550R/531R/551R Only)
Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water or
emptying and when not in use.
Do not operate iron with a damaged cord or if the iron has been dropped
or damaged. To avoid a risk of electric shock, do not disassembie the iron,
take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair.
Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the iron is
used.
. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near
children. Do not leave iron unattended while connected or on an ironing
board.
. Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts, hot water, or steam. Use
caution when you turn a steam iron upside down-there may be hot water
in the reservoir.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
1.
2.
To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance
on the same circuit.
If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 10 ampere cord should be
used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken
to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
© 1995 Matsushita Electric industrial Co,, LTD. All rights reserved.
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| COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION
NI-350R/530R/550R/531R/551R
(This picture is NI-350R)
Spray Button ~ Handle
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Jet of Steam button Cord Wind Button
Steam button
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— Cord Reel Unit
Dry Low High
steam steam : AC Power Cord
Water Fill Cover £/
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Spray Nozzle у вас Thermostat
— Operating
Indicator
Light
5 Temperature
SSA Select Indicator
Soleplate — A xr
Plug
Water Leve! Indication ——— m — |
Temperature Selector Dial
Water Reservoir —
(Water window)
NI-350S/550S
(This picture is NI-350S)
Heel Rest
HOW TO USE THE JET OF STEAM FEATURE
(NI-350S/350R/550S/550R/551R Only)
The jet of steam feature gives extra steam which goes deep into the garment and is
helpful for removing stubborn wrinkles. The jet of steam feature can be used only in
the " &> "indication area of the temperature selector dial when steam or dry ironing
(If used at lower setting, water spotting will occur because the iron is not hot enough to
change water to steam). If you have not used the "Jet of Steam" feature for a long time,
it is necessary to clean the inside of the iron before using this feature on any clothes
to be ironed. Simply test the "Jet of Steam" feature several times away from the ironing
board and clothes to be ironed. This will prevent brown spotting or water spotting on
the clothes.
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, Fill the iron as described in "HOW TO FILL"
. Set the iron vertically and make sure the temperature
. Set the temperature selector dial to the " <> "
. Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out,
. Simply pump the jet of steam button when it is desired.
. Allow at least 5 seconds between uses of jet of steam to
selector dial is set to OFF.
Plug the AC cord into the electrical outlet.
indication area.
usually about 1-2 minutes.
But pump the jet of steam button several times before
using for the first time at each ironing session.
prevent water spotting. Use a press cloth if necessary.
SELF-CLEANING (NI-350S/350R/550S/550R/551R Only)
With the self-cleaning feature you can flush out mineral residues from the steam generating
chamber and the steam vents. refreshing your iron each time for a longer steaming life.
It is very important to operate the self-cleaning feature after each steam ironing to prevent
mineral accumulations from hardening.
. Preheat at "6" setting. (in about 1-2 minutes)
. Set the dial to off and remove the AC plug.
. Hold the iron horizontally over the sink.
. Pump the "Jet of Steam" button quickly (at least 3
. While self-cleaning, pitch the iron up and down slowly
. Check water level. Water level should be at the 1/2 full. When water level is below 1/2 full, fill
with water according to the instructions in "How to Fill".
Make sure that the steam button is in the Down
position. |
times per second) about 20-30 times.
to help clean the entire inside and let the water drip
out of the sole plate vents.
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| HOW TO USE THE SPRAY FEATURE |
Before using the spray feature, check the garment label for
ironing instructions because some fabrics may spot or stain
with moisture.
The spray feature is particularly helpful for removing
stubborn wrinkles and where extra dampening is needed.
The spray may be used with steam or dry troning.
1. Simply pump the spray button when spray fe
is desired. If the spray doesn't work В, 7
immediately just keep pumping till it does. 7 у
2. To get a finer spray, pump the button vigorously. To get coarser spray, pump the button
more slowly. For best results, use a quick, full stroke.
Electronic AUTO SHUT-OFF FUNCTION
(NI-530R/550S/550R/531R/551R Only)
1, When the iron is left unmoved with its soleplate facing
down or on its side for approx. 1. minute, the iron will
automatically shut off power to the heater by itself.
2. When the iron is left unmoved on its hee! rest for approx.
10 minutes, the iron will automatically shut off power to
the heater by itself.
| minute to "OFF"
3. To tum the iron back on to resume ironing, simply move
the iron in any way,
Reheat the iron until the indicator light goes out, if you
have left the iron in its auto shut off mode for10 minutes
or more, 1 0 minutes to "OFF"
NOTE: 1. The Auto shut off system works regardless of position of the temperature selector
dial, even at "OFF" position.
2. When you finish ironing, always unplug the iron.
3% Licensed under U.S. patent No. 4,686,352 and foreign counterparts.
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4. Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out. This light will go on and off during ironing
to indicate the temperature chosen by the selector dial is being maintained.
5. Hold the iron horizontally and press the steam button into the steam position.
Steam button is regulated as follows.
NOTE: 3 position steam button.
са a
Low steam High steam
(Button UP: for High steam. MED: for Low steam)
Now steam ironing can begin
6. Anytime the iron is set vertically the steaming action will stop.
NOTE: Do not use the steam button unless the iron is sufficiently hot enough to produce steam,
otherwise water will leak out through the vents instead.
| HOW TO USE AS A DRY IRON
1. Press the steam button down to the dry position.
2. Place the iron vertically, set the selector dial to OFF.
3. Plug in the iron.
4, Set the temperature selector dial to the desired position.
(Refer to the Fabric Ironing Chart in this manual on page 10)
5. Preheat the iron until the indicator light goes out.
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7. Check that all water and steam thoroughly stop coming out of the sole plate vents.
After self-cleaning is finished dump any remaining water out of the iron.
8. Iron on a towel to remove any drops of water remaining on the bottom of iron.
9. Cool as usual and store the iron on its heel rest. Never store an iron on its soleplate or
with water in it.
NOTE:
If after pumping more that 30 times and water still remains inside the sole plate, then dry
out the iron by vaporizing the remaining water setting the iron on the "6" setting. And follow
the instructions under "AFTER EACH USE"
| HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR IRON |
AFTER EACH USE
1. Turn iron off and unplug.
2. Empty iron immediately after using. Don't store the iron with water in it.
3. Depress the steam button down into the dry iron position.
4. Wait until the iron has cooled before storing it, and always set it on the heel rest to protect
the soleplate from scratching, corroding or staining.
5. After letting iron cool completely, push the cord wind button to wind the cord. Store iron
vertically in a safe place after winding cord completely.
(NI-350R/530R/550R/531R/55IR Only)
MAIN BODY
After unplugging and cooling the iron, simply wipe off with a damp cloth and it necessary,
use a mild detergent.
NEVER USE ANY HARSH CLEANERS.
SOLEPLATE
Starch and other residue may be easily removed from the soleplate with a damp cloth.
To avoid scratching the finish never use a metallic pad to clean the soleplate, and never
place the iron on a rough surface.
If synthetics are ironed at too high a temperature, not only is the fabric usually ruined, but
the iron soleplate is often covered with the melted remains of the synthetic fabric.
The best way to remove synthetic residue from the soleplate is to heat the iron and to iron
over an old cotton rag.
CAUTION:
Never use steam iron cleaners in the iron, since they may damage the inside of the iron.
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Before ironing, sort the garments according to the different heat settings required.
Iron fabrics that need a lower temperature first.
Do not touch plastic buttons with a hot iron because they may meit.
Be careful around zippers and similar items to prevent the soleplate from scratching.
HOW TO FILL
1. Be sure the iron is unplugged from the electrical outlet before filling with water.
Push the steam button down, hold the iron on its heel rest and slowly fill the iron with
water (see NOTE) up to "MAX" indication. (about 5.6 ounces / 160ml).
2. Do not overfill. Check the correct water level with the iron
in the vertical position.
3. Close the water fill cover.
"MAX" Line —j=
NOTE:
Most ordinary tap water can be used in this iron. In extremely hard water areas, distilled or
demineralized water should be used. If distilled water is used, the iron must be seasoned by
using tap water for the first four times.
After that, tap water should be used once a month. This is necessary to coat the steam chamber
for proper performance.
| HOW TO USE AS A STEAM IRON
1. Fill the iron as described in "HOW TO FILL".
2. Set the iron vertically and make sure the Temperature Selector Dial is set to OFF.
Plug the AC cord into the electrical outlet.
3. Set the temperature selector dial to the "<>" or "£2" (steam) zone.
"a" zone: low steam, for thin or delicate fabrics requiring a small amount of steam.
"2" zone: high steam, for fabrics requiring a lot of steam. (i. e. thick materials, items with
stubborn wrinkles.)
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| FABRIC IRONING CHART |
NOTES: 1. Check garment for specific ironing instructions. Always follow manufacturer's
instructions.
2. iron blended fabrics at setting for lower-temperature fiber or for the
highest-percentage fiber.
3. Use caution, some synthetics may melt at high temperature.
Temperature . ; ;
Selector Setting Fabric Ironing Recommendations
ACRYLIC Drv i id loth on t
+ ACRILAN ry iron on wreng side, or use a press cloth on top
*CRESLAN of fabric. Don't sprinkle water directly on fabric to
1 * ORLON avoid spots,
ACETATE To iron suede, cover ironing board with brown paper
SUEDE and use it as a press cloth.
NYLON
2 CAPROLAN Dry iron on wrong side.
SILK
PERM. PRESS
RAYONS
POLYESTER
3 ORTA Dry iron on wrong side. To touch-up collars,
* KODEL cuffs, pockets, etc., iron lightly on right side.
TRIACETATE
* ARNEL
W'n W COTTON
Steam ironing is suggested. Never iron
4 WOOL completely dry. To iron velvet, steam iron
VELVET
holding the slightly above the fabric.
Steam ironing is suggested. Sprinkle water on
5 COTTON the fabric, depending on its thickness. Iron dark
fabrics on wrong side to avoid unwanted sheen.
6 LINEN Steam ironing is suggested. Iron dark fabrics on
wrong side to avoid unwanted sheen.
* Trademarks of Fiber Manufacturers.
Panasonic Sales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of
Puerto Rico, Inc.{"PSC")
Ave. 65 de Infanteria. Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Pack, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus
New Jersey 07094
PART.NO. ANI 8200-3505
PART.CO. 022 983 8137 2
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