* Is the iron plugged in and the outlet working? Check the outlet by plugging in a lamp.

* Is the Thermostat Dial turned to a fabric setting?

* If auto shut off model, is the Reset Light illuminated? If not, push to reset.

* Do not overfill the water tank.

* If steam ironing, is Steam Regulator in the steam position and the Thermostat Dial in the steam range? Did the iron have enough time to preheat?

* If dry ironing, make sure the Steam Regulator is in the 0 (no steam) position.

* If using burst steam, press button less frequently (not more than once every two seconds.

* Follow the Self-cleaning instructions one or two times with tap water (not distilled) to “condition” the iron.

* Check the water level.

* Is the Steam Regulator in the STEAM position?

* Has the iron had enough time to preheat?

* ALWAYS empty the Water Reservoir of the iron after using. Water left in the tank may discolor clothing and soleplate.

* Check Thermostat Dial is set to correct fabric.

* Check Thermostat Dial and set to lower setting.

Allow iron to cool down 5 minutes before continuing.

* If iron cord should become twisted, turn iron off (o), turn Thermostat Dial to MIN (o) and unplug iron. Let cool. Empty water from iron. Hold iron cord in the middle of entire length. Let plug and iron dangle freely until cord uncoils. This will extend the life of your iron cord.