Miele HM 21-140 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsRotary ironHM 21-140To prevent accidentsand machine damageread these instructionsbeforeinstallation or use.UVM.-Nr. 06 858 360

^Press the h "Start" button. The heaterplate lowers and the roller turns.^ Select the roller speed slow or fast,depending on dampness and ty

Ironing^ Insert the prepared laundry by feeding itover the feed board.^ Smooth the items during ironing from themiddle to the edges.^To steam laundry,

Power failureIn the event of a power failure, pull theemergency release lever up.If there is a power failure when the rotary ironis in use, the heater

Cleaning the heater plate,Do not use abrasive cleaning agents,scrubbing sponges or sand paper.Lime and starch deposits can build up onthe heater plate

In the event of a problem, please contact theMiele Technical Service Department at thephone number on the back of this booklet.When contacting Technic

1 Machine type2 Serial number/Year of production *3 Voltage/Frequency4 Fuse rating5 Drive motor6 Plate diameter/Plate quantity *7 Drum data8 Drum diam

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Miele Ironing Handbook

General notes on ironingCorrectly ironed laundry will be smooth,crease-free and not misshapen. However, inorder to achieve this, the correctcombinatio

Washing items prior to ironingThe washing process is very important.Follow the manufacturers guidelines ondetergent. It too much detergent is used and

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Guide to the rotary iron . . . .

Accessories for cleaningNomex cleaning clothmax. 284°F (140°C)For daily removal of residue and starch fromthe roller.Cleaning mat, round-grainedmax. 2

How to use the cloth with pouchPassing a cleaning cloth or waxcloth through the rotary ironGeneral notes–Use separate cloths for ironing wax andCleanp

Creases and wrinklesPossible cause SolutionLimescale deposits–Adjust the quantity of detergent to the water hardness inyour area.–If necessary, instal

Discoloration of the iron coverPossible cause SolutionBrown/Dark yellow: Normal dueto heat from rollerBlack (striped or patches): Fibersor plastics ma

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Installation Instructions

The rotary iron should be installed by aMiele trained installer.Installation site,Do not operate the rotary iron in aroom where cleaning machines areo

Electrical connection,All electrical work must be performedby a qualified service technician inaccordance with all applicable codes andstandards.^Rega

Disposal of the packing materialsThe packing materials protect the applianceduring shipping. They have been designedto be biodegradable and recyclable

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To prevent injury and machine damageread all instructions before installation oruse.Electrical safetyBe certain this appliance is properlyinstalled an

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a Heater plate with finger guardb Rollerc Temperature selectord Feed boarde Control panelf Laundry compartmentg Laundry wipe off unith 4 height adjust

a Roller speed selectorb % "Heating" indicatorc On/Off buttonTo turn the rotary iron on and off. Theindicator lights when the machine is tur

Roller speed selectorThe roller speed can be increased byturning the selector clockwise anddecreased by turning it counterclockwise.Temperature select

Foot pedal switchSwitch position 1 (inactive) IroningSwitch position 2 SteamingSwitch position 3 Lifting the heater plateCoin mechanism1 = Coin slotAf

Correct dampnessFor best results, the residual moisture of thelaundry should be 25%.Laundry which contains more than 50%synthetic fibers must not be i

Turning the rotary iron on^Plug the machine in and press the 0 - I(On/Off) button.The On/Off indicator lights.Rotary iron with coin mechanismThe runni