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Operating Instructions Steam Iron Household Use Only NI-JWT980 Model No. NI-JWT960 English ..........3 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 1 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 1 2015/11/09 14:37:53 2015/11/09 14:37:53...
How to care for and store your iron .... 13 Q&A ............... 16 Trouble shooting ........... 17 Specifi cations ..........17 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 3 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 3...
Do not wrap the Power Cord around the iron when storing. Do not use with the Power Cord bundled. Do not use the iron with a wet hand. Do not use in proximity of fl ammable materials (such as benzine or the like). NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 4 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 4 2015/11/09 14:38:03 2015/11/09 14:38:03...
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– If placed on a shaggy rug or other unstable location, the iron may fall over and cause damage to the rug, injury or burns. If the Power Cord is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized personnel. – Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 5 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 5 2015/11/09 14:38:28 2015/11/09 14:38:28...
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– This may damage the cord. Only use tap water in the iron. Do not add perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the Water Tank. – Doing so may cause discoloration in the clothes. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 6 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 6 2015/11/09 14:38:44 2015/11/09 14:38:44...
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– Steam emission may cause personal injury. Drain water from the Water Tank after use. – Failure to do so may cause the water to leak out from the Soleplate when the iron is used next time. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 7 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 7 2015/11/09 14:39:05 2015/11/09 14:39:05...
Open the Water Fill Cover, hold the iron as shown and fi ll the Water Tank with tap water up to “MAX” dot (about 350 mL). • Use the cup for fi lling. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 8 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 8 2015/11/09 14:39:18 2015/11/09 14:39:18...
• If the temperature of the Soleplate is high, the light switches off. Preheat the iron until the Thermostat Operating Indicator Light switches off, usually it takes about 1 minute. The Thermostat Operating Indicator Light fl ashes while ironing to indicate the temperature is being maintained. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 9 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 9 2015/11/12 10:06:33 2015/11/12 10:06:33...
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• The Anti-Drip System will activate when the temperature of the Soleplate’s surface drops. At the same time, the steam will stop. It is not a sign of malfunction even click sound is heard. The Thermostat Operating Indicator Light will switch on, wait until it switches off. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 10 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 10 2015/11/09 14:39:58 2015/11/09 14:39:58...
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• Pump the Power Shot Button several times at the beginning of each ironing session. • Press the Power Shot Button in intervals of at least 2 seconds between use to prevent water spotting. • Use a press cloth if necessary. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 11 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 11 2015/11/12 10:06:56 2015/11/12 10:06:56...
Trigger repeatedly. How to use as a dry iron Set the Steam/Dry Selector to the Dry position. Position the iron Heel rest position, set the Power Switch to “ ”. Plug the Power Plug into socket. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 12 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 12 2015/11/12 10:07:08 2015/11/12 10:07:08...
6. Hold the iron horizontally over the sink, press and hold the Self-Cleaning Button and gently shake the iron back and forth. Impurities and scale (if any), together with steam and boiling water will be fl ushed out. Then, turn to METHOD(2). NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 13 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 13 2015/11/12 10:07:23 2015/11/12 10:07:23...
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Note • It is not a sign of malfunction even a click sound is heard. This sound can be heard whenever this system is activated. NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 14 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 14 2015/11/09 14:41:04 2015/11/09 14:41:04...
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Electronic 3-way auto shut-off function (NI-JWT980 only) • The Auto Shut-Off feature is not intended to take the place of unplugging the cord. The Auto Shut-Off system works regardless of the position of the Power Switch. 1. When the iron is left idle with its Soleplate facing down or on its side for approx.
Why are there white The powder/particles are impurities and powder/particles coming minerals found in hard water. The powder/ out of the steam vents particles can be brushed off clothing. while using the steam function (especially when using “Power Shot”)? NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 16 NI-JWT980̲960̲Eng.indd 16 2015/11/09 14:41:36 2015/11/09 14:41:36...
Light switches out before using the iron. Empty the Water Tank and fi ll it with clean Clothes are marked water. There may be contaminants in the iron/ cup. Specifi cations Model No. NI-JWT980 NI-JWT960 Power Source 220–240 V 50–60 Hz Power Consumption 2400–2800 W 2200–2600 W...