Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 Steam Master Cord Iron Instruction Manual

Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 Steam Master Cord Iron

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

Read All Instructions Before Use

• Use iron only for its intended use.
• To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
• The Fabric Select Dial and Steam Lever 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.
• Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when filling with water, cleaning 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 the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron. Take it to an authorized service center for examination and/or 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 plugged in 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.
• If the iron is not operating normally, disconnect from the power supply and have the iron serviced by an authorized service center. Or call Customer Service at 1.800.458.8407.
• Your SUNBEAM® iron is designed to rest on the heel rest. Do not leave the iron unattended.
• Do not set the iron on an unprotected surface, even if it is on its heel rest.
• To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit.
• If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, a 15-ampere cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over.

For Products Purchased in the United States and Canada

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug fits a polarized outlet only one way; if the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

SUPPORT

For product questions: Sunbeam Consumer Service

USA: 1.800.458.8407

Canada: 1.800.667.8623

www.sunbeam.com

©2011 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions All rights reserved. Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431

FEATURES OF YOUR SUNBEAM® IRON

1. SPRAY MIST® Release
2. Covered Water Fill Hole
3. Fabric Select Dial
4. Steam Selector/Self-Clean Lever
5. SPRAY MIST® Button
6. SHOT OF STEAM® / Vertical Steam Button
7. Power Indicator Light
8. Retractable Cord
9. Cord retract button
10. See-Through Water Reservoir/Maximum Fill Line
11. Soleplate

TO FILL THE WATER RESERVOIR (USE TAP WATER)

1. Set the Steam Lever to (Dry) and the Fabric-Select Dial to OFF. Make sure the iron is unplugged.
2. Lift the Water Fill Hole Cover.
3. Fill water cup with tap water and pour water into iron water reservoir. Do not fill water reservoir beyond maximum fill level.

WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, be careful when filling a hot iron with water. Hot metal parts, hot water and steam can cause injuries.

DRY IRONING

1. Make sure the Steam Lever is turned to the (Dry) setting.
2. Plug the cord into a 120-Volt AC outlet.
3. Turn the large Fabric Select Dial to the fabric setting you desire. Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.

Note: While the Steam Lever is turned to the (Dry) setting, you may still use the SHOT OF STEAM® or SPRAY MIST® feature, as long as the Fabric Select Dial is set to wool, cotton, or linen. Please make sure the water reservoir is approximately 1/4 full of water.

STEAM IRONING

1. Follow the instructions for “Filling the Water Reservoir.”
2. Plug the cord into a 120-Volt AC outlet.
3. Turn the Fabric Select Dial to the fabric setting you desire. Allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes. While the iron is heating, make sure it is sitting on its heel rest on a stable, protected surface.

IMPORTANT: When not ironing, always set the Steam Lever to (Dry) and the Fabric Select Dial to OFF.

USING THE IRON’S SPECIAL FEATURES

• Spray Mist® Feature is a powerful water spray mist that dampens the fabric to aid in removing wrinkles from heavy fabrics and for setting creases.
• To use the Spray Mist® Feature: Press the Spray Mist ® button firmly.
• Shot of Steam® Feature provides an extra burst of steam for deep penetration of stubborn wrinkles. You can use this feature while Dry or Steam ironing, as long as the Fabric Select Dial is set to wool, cotton, or linen. The water reservoir must be approximately ¼ full of water.
• To use the Shot of Steam® Feature: Place the iron on top of the wrinkle and press the Shot of Steam® button each time you would like an extra burst of steam.
• The Shot of Steam ® feature may be used continuously in approximately 3-second intervals.
• Vertical Steam (select models only) allows your iron to function as a garment steamer.
• Tip: When using vertical steam on clothing, hang the clothing on a clothes hanger for best results. Hanging curtains and drapes may also be steamed.

TO USE VERTICAL STEAM

1. Make sure that the iron has heated up (2 minutes).
2. Hold the iron in a vertical position, with the iron close to but not touching the fabric you want to steam.
3. With your other hand, pull the fabric tight.
4. Press the Shot of Steam® button in approximately 3-second intervals as you move the iron across the wrinkled area.

WARNING: To prevent the risk of burns, keep your hand away from the area being steamed.

WARNING: DO NOT steam garments while wearing them; this may result in injuries.

MOTION SMART® AUTO-OFF FEATURE

When the iron is plugged in, the Power Indicator will light steadily, indicating that there

is power to the iron.

IF YOU LEAVE THE IRON:

• in a horizontal position without moving it, or accidentally tip the iron over, it will automatically stop heating after 30 seconds. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped heating.
• in a vertical position (on its heel rest) without moving it, the iron will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. The Power Indicator will blink to let you know that the iron has stopped heating.

IMPORTANT: The Power Indicator will continue to blink until the iron is unplugged or reset.

To reset the iron: Move the iron back and forth and allow it to reheat until the indicator ready light turns green. The indicator will stop blinking and the iron will start heating again.

WARNING: Motion Smart® Auto-Off is a safety feature, not a recommended means for turning your iron off. See “Caring for Your Iron After Use” for information on turning off your iron and storing it safely between use.

Retractable Cord (select models only) allows you to safely retract your power cord without a whipping effect.

1. Select the amount of cord desired before plugging into an electrical outlet. Do not pull cord past red indicator.
2. To retract the cord press the retraction button. Hold the iron with one hand and use the other hand to grab the end of the cord. (failure to hold plug may cause plug to fly)
3. The cord reel is compact for multi-layer winding of the cord. In case cord is not fully rewound, pull out the cord and steer cord evenly on the reel.
4. In case the cord is not pulled out easily, pull cord firmly.
5. Do not allow children to use retractable cord feature as the cord may cause injury.

CARING FOR YOUR IRON AFTER USE

Turning Off Your Iron: Turn the Steam Lever to (Dry) and Fabric Select Dial to Off and unplug the iron from the power source.

WARNING: NEVER yank the power cord when unplugging the iron. This can damage the cord.

STORING YOUR IRON

1. Turn off iron following instructions above. Allow the iron to cool.
2. If you do not use your iron on a daily basis, empty the water reservoir after each use for a longer iron life. To do so, turn OFF iron as noted above, rotate the iron upside down, open the fill hole cover, and allow water to flow from the fill hole. Shake the iron gently to remove trapped water drops.
3. If your iron does not have a retractable cord, loosely loop the power cord around the heel rest and store the iron on its heel rest.

IMPORTANT: Wrapping the cord around the iron too tightly can damage the cord.

MAINTAINING YOUR IRON

• Cleaning the Soleplate: turn off iron following instructions above. Clean the soleplate if starch or other residue accumulate.
• To clean the Soleplate: allow the iron to cool and then wipe it with a soft, damp cloth.

WARNING: Do not immerse in liquids. DO NOT use abrasive cleansers, scouring pads or vinegar to clean the soleplate. This will damage the finish. Run the iron over an allcotton cloth to remove any residue.

Using The Self-Cleaning Feature: You should use the Self-Cleaning feature once a month to maintain the optimal performance of your iron

TO USE THE SELF-CLEANING FEATURE

Turn off iron following instructions above.

1. Move the Steam Lever back and forth several times to remove debris and minerals from the Steam Valve. This keeps water flowing into the steam chamber.
2. Fill the water reservoir with tap water to the MAX line.
3. Plug in the iron, set the Fabric Select Dial to Linen and allow the iron to heat for 2 minutes.
4. Unplug the iron.
5. Hold the iron over a sink in a horizontal position. WARNING: Be careful not to touch the iron’s hot surfaces.
6. Move the Self-clean Lever to the right and hold. Water will begin dripping from the steam vents. Slowly rock the iron side to side and front to back for 30 seconds. When rocking the iron, dip the nose of the iron slightly below the rear of the iron to make certain the water circulates completely. Release the Self-clean Lever after one minute.
7. Open the fill cap, turn the iron upside down, and allow the remaining water to flow out of the fill hole.
8. Dry the soleplate with a towel.
9. Plug in the iron and set the Fabric Select Dial to Linen. Let the iron heat for 2 minutes to dry out the iron completely.
10. Set the Fabric Select Dial to the Off, unplug the iron, and allow it to cool.

1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.

What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?

JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province, state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

In the U.S.A.

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1.800.458.8407 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In Canada

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1.800.667.8623 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE

FAQs

A Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron steam master: how do you use it?

WHAT TO DO: Place the iron over the wrinkle and press the Shot of Steam® button to add an additional shot of steam. The Shot of Steam® feature can be started continuously at intervals of about three seconds.

What does the red light on my Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron mean when it flashes?

The light will start blinking once the Motion Smart Auto Off system is activated. If the device is moved while the light is blinking, the light will stop and the device will resume its normal operation. Ensure that the appliance is safely plugged into a working outlet.

When will my Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron be ready, how will I know?

The indicator light will be on while the iron is heating. When it reaches the desired temperature, the indicator light will turn off. The light may occasionally turn on and off because the thermostat maintains the soleplate at the same temperature while you iron automatically.

Why do I keep having to turn off my Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron?

If the iron is unintentionally turned over or left in a horizontal position, the heating process will end automatically after 30 seconds. If the iron is left vertically, it will automatically turn off after 15 minutes (on its heel rest).

What is the heat-up time of the Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron?

Irons take about two minutes to heat up.

How do you operate a Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron’s self-cleaning function?

After being unplugged, hold your iron over a sink with the soleplate downward. Press and hold the self-clean button. Hot water, steam, and other water will be expelled from the soleplate’s holes along with any impurities.

How frequently should the water in your Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron be changed?

If you don’t iron frequently, you can add this task to your cleaning schedule every two to three months. No matter how recently you cleaned your iron, always make sure to fill the reservoir with water before using it on just-washed clothes.

What is the typical ironing heating temperature?

Using a machine, usually one with a heated tool, to iron fabric is a method of removing wrinkles and unwanted creases. The heating is typically carried out at a temperature of 180-220 °Celsius (356-428 °F), depending on the fabric.

Should the water in your Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 steam iron be drained?

Always empty the water tank before putting the iron away, especially if you’re storing it on the soleplate. This stops extra water from leaking through, damaging the internal parts, and staining the soleplate.

After use, should you empty a Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 iron?

Always empty the reservoir after you’ve finished ironing. Even distilled water will eventually accumulate if it is left inside the iron. Store your iron upright to prevent water leaks and to prevent the soleplate from contacting anything that could damage or scratch it.

What is the expected lifespan of Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 steam irons?

A good steam iron should last for ten years or so.

Why does my Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 steam iron produce brown water?

When using steam, the reservoir needs to be cleaned if the iron leaves brown water stains on the clothing. After completely emptying the reservoir, refill it with 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar and 3/4 cup distilled water.

Do steam irons like the Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 use a lot of electricity?

A steam iron or flatiron consumes about 800-2000 watts per day. For instance, if you leave your iron on for 10 minutes per day for a month, it will use approximately 5 kWh of electricity. You can determine the precise amount of electricity that your model uses, despite being one of your appliances with one of the highest rates of electricity usage.

Can you fix a Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 steam iron?

The majority of steam iron repairs are made to fix cracked handles, broken cords, and mineral buildup. Problems involving an iron’s electronic components should be handled by an authorized service facility. An iron with internal problems is typically cheaper to replace than to repair.

What drawbacks exist with the Sunbeam GCSBCL-201 steam iron?

Disadvantages: Because they don’t produce as much heat as a steam generator or other steaming systems, steam irons need to be filled more frequently than other steam ironing systems, which means ironing your fabrics may take some time to get rid of every crease.

References

• User Manual