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How to use and care for your Rowenta products

We understand the importance of keeping your home comfortable and your Rowenta appliances in top condition. We have prepared the following content to guide you on the best ways to use and care for your products. Should you need further assistance or have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here to ensure you get the most out of your Rowenta experience.

FAQ STEAM STATIONS

It should be steady and robust so that you can place the ironing appliance on it.

The board should be perforated to allow the steam to pass through the fibres of the fabric to soften it and make ironing easier. The ironing board cover should also be suitable to allow the flow of steam through.

Yes, you can use any Rowenta steam station for vertical steaming. To do this, first set the temperature button to the maximum position. Leave the item on a hanger and gently pull the fabric with one hand. Press the steam control button intermittently and move the iron from top to bottom. As the steam produced is very hot, it softens the fibers and removes creases.

Note: Never use the vertical steam function on an item being worn by anyone.

To avoid damaging the soleplate, follow this advice:

  • Always place your iron on its heel rest or its base (depending on model).
  • Avoid ironing over abrasive items (buttons, zip fastenings, etc.).
  • Never clean your iron's soleplate with abrasive or metallic pads.

This appliance has been designed to be used with untreated tap water. If your water is very hard, (hardness above 30°F, or 17°dH or 21°e) use a mixture of 50% tap water and 50% distilled water. In some seaside regions, salt content might be high. In that case, use only water bottle, with low mineral level.

They are different type of softened water, and most of them can be used in your appliance. However, some of them, especially the one with chemical components, like salt, might occur white or brown runs. If you face this type of issue, we recommend you to use non-treated tap water or bottled water.

You should not use with additives (starch, perfume, etc.), rainwater, boiled, filtered, bottled water. Do not use pure distilled nor pure demineralized water. Such water might affect steam attributes and at high temperature generate steam chamber sediment, liable to stain your linen and cause early appliance aging.

Your steam station has an ECO mode function which uses less power whilst still guaranteeing a sufficient steam output for you to iron your garments properly (less electricity is used and therefore slightly less steam is generated).

In order to use this function, once the thermostat of your iron has been correctly set (see table above), press on the ECO button located on the control panel. The ECO mode can be used on all types of fabrics, nevertheless for very thick or very creased fabrics we recommend that you deactivate ECO mode (by pressing the MAX button) to guarantee the best results.

Before any maintenance, make sure that the appliance is unplugged and that the soleplate, boiler and iron rest have cooled down (at least 2 hours after ironing).
Do not use any maintenance or descaling product to clean the soleplate or the base unit. Never hold the iron or its base unit under a running tap.

Cleaning the base unit:

  • Wipe the plastic parts from time to time using a slightly damp soft cloth.
    Maintaining the boiler (once a month):
  • Please note: To prolong your boiler's efficiency and avoid scale deposits, you must rinse the boiler every 10 uses (around once a month).
  • Check that the generator is cool and has been unplugged for more than 2 hours.
  • Slowly loosen the boiler cap. If your generator boiler has an anti-calc rod, take this out and rinse it under the tap before placing it back in the boiler.
  • Use a jug to fill the boiler with tap water until it is 3/4 full.
  • Shake the base unit gently for a few seconds then empty it completely over the sink.
  • For best results, we recommend that you perform this operation once again.
    If you live in a hard water area, do this more often. Most of all, do not use any descaling products to clean the boiler as they could damage it.

Note: Do not use any descaling substances (vinegar, industrial descaling products, etc.) to descale your steam station: they could damage it.

To extend the life of your steam station and avoid scale on your ironing, your steam station is equipped with a built-in scale collector or an anti-calc flush system depending on your model. A light will start flashing when the scale needs to be removed. Refer to user manual for detailed descaling process.

Unplug the iron and let it cool down for 1 hour. Once the soleplate has cooled down, you can wipe it with a damp cloth or sponge. Do not use detergent or sharp, abrasive cleaning accessories to clean the soleplate.

No. When starting or using the steam station you may hear a pumping or vibrating noise along with a clicking sound. This is completely normal and is just the pump injecting water into the boiler or the steam valve opening.

It is normal. Your iron generates a lot of steam; this steam is condensing on the board. Some waterdrops could appeared underneath the ironing board and fall on the flooring.

This can be due to:

  • Trying to use steam before the iron is hot enough. Depending on the model of generator, when ironing on a low temperature, decrease the steam output by adjusting the steam output dial on the control panel. Wait for the iron temperature control light to go out before ironing.
  • The water may also have condensed in the pipes because you are using steam for the first time or you have not used it for some time. In which case hold the iron away from the ironing board and press the steam control button until it produces steam.
  • Over-use of the turbo steam function can cool down the iron soleplate. In this case stop using the turbo steam function and allow the iron temperature control light to come on and go off again before using this function again.
  • The boiler may be too full. Do not fill it right to the top.

The internal parts may make metallic noises with the change in temperature. There is nothing wrong with it.

Yes, this is normal. This is due to the flow of cold water into the boiler that contains hot water.

Both a steam iron and a steam station have the same primary function: ironing. With a boiler and a bigger water tank, a steam station is an enhanced version of an iron providing greater steam power and longer ironing session. Consider it as a superior option for extensive ironing tasks and professional ironing results.

The formation of lime scale is avoided because the water is not in direct contact with the heating element, which is located outside the tank. However, the tank should be rinsed after 10 uses to avoid lime scale deposits.

No. The two cables are separately insulated; they are protected and rigorously checked. However, if you notice that the cable is damaged, have it repaired by an approved repair centre.

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

Find more detailed information in the Warranty section of the website.

FAQ STEAM IRONS

How to better use my product?

What type of ironing board should I use?

It should be steady and robust so that you can place the ironing appliance on it.

The board should be perforated to allow the steam to pass through the fibres of the fabric to soften it and make ironing easier. The ironing board cover should also be suitable to allow the flow of steam through.

How do I prevent water drips on my fabrics?

  • Don't use the Boost steam button intensively. Wait few seconds between each use.
  • Use steam only when the iron is hot (the light must be off).

Can I use my iron for vertical steaming?

Yes, you can use any Rowenta iron for vertical steaming. To do this, first set the iron temperature button to the maximum position. Leave the item on a hanger and gently pull the fabric with one hand. Press the steam control button intermittently and move the iron from top to bottom. As the steam produced is very hot, it softens the fibers and removes creases.

Note: Never use the vertical steam function on an item being worn by anyone.

Can I fill the iron with water when it is plugged in?

No, you must always unplug the iron before filling it.

How can I avoid scratching the soleplate of my iron?

To avoid damaging the soleplate, follow this advice:

  • Always place your iron on its heel rest.
  • Avoid ironing over abrasive items (buttons, zip fastenings, etc.).
  • Never clean your iron's soleplate with abrasive or metallic pads.

How to store my iron?

Turn off all settings, unplug the iron and let it cool down for approximately 1 hour. Empty the water tank over a sink. Wrap the cord around the iron’s heel and always store it in vertical position.

Maintenance and cleaning

How do I prevent the steam hole of my iron from clogging up?

Firstly, fill the iron tank to MAX with water.

Set the thermostat control to Max and the steam control on DRY and switch on.

Place the iron on its heel and leave to heat up for around 5 minutes.

Unplug the iron then hold your iron horizontally above the sink.

Remove the anti-scale valve (or set the control to self-clean/autoclean depending on the model). Steam, water and scale deposits will leave the steam chamber through the steam holes and the iron will be clean.

At the end of the operation, push the anti-calc valve back into position. When your iron is cold, you will also be able to use your vacuum to gently suction limescale and dirt that may have clogged the holes in the soleplate.

How do I descale my steam iron?

Unplug the iron and let it cool down for 1 hour. Empty the water tank over a sink and remove the anti calc valve. Soak it in a cup of plain lemon juice or white vinegar for 4 hours (WARNING: never touch the end of the valve). Rinse the anti calc valve under running water and replace it within the iron (the iron will not function it).

Note: we recommend to clean the calc collector every 2 months.

I want to remove the water from the tank but there is still a little left?

It is not designed for the water to be removed completely. It is okay to use or store the iron even with a small amount of water remaining. When storing, please remove as much water as possible and store in an upright position.

How do I clean the soleplate?

Unplug the iron and let it cool down for 1 hour. Once the soleplate has cooled down, you can wipe it with a damp cloth or sponge. Do not use detergent or sharp, abrasive cleaning accessories to clean the soleplate.

Technical support

Why is my iron leaking from the soleplate when I fill it?

Always set your iron to the 'No Steam' function before you start to fill.

Why isn’t the spray function on my iron working?

There is not enough water in the tank. Fill it up with the quantity indicated in the instructions for use and push spray button several times to fill the system complete.

The indicator light keeps going on and off.

All irons contain a thermostat light. It is normal for the thermostat to turn on and off. It indicates the thermostat is working and your soleplate is being maintained at the desired temperature. If the auto-off light blinks, you must disengage the auto-off function. This is done by gently shaking the iron which will allow the iron to reheat.

Why did my iron smoke on first use?

When heating your iron for the first time, you may notice a small amount of odour and smoke, this is simply the engineering residues from the manufacturing process burning off. These are harmless and will quickly disappear.

Some waterdrops drip out onto the floor during ironing.

It is normal. Your iron generates a lot of steam; this steam is condensing on the board. Some waterdrops could appeared underneath the ironing board and fall on the flooring.

Water flows from the soleplate when the iron is stored or when it is cooling off.

Your iron has been stored horizontally, without draining the water tank and with the selector placed on steam position. When you store your iron horizontally, check that the tank is empty and the selector on "DRY" position.

My iron is producing no or little steam.

Check the following points:

  • The tank is empty or almost empty: add more water.
  • The selected temperature is too low and does not allow steam to be produced.
  • If your iron has a Dry/Steam control: set it to the Steam position.
  • Scale has built up in your iron: descale it.

The auto stop function has been activated.

Gently shake your iron to reactivate it, the lights should start to flash and then the iron should start to heat up.

The iron doesn’t glide very easily.

Some laundry starches and synthetic fibers may stick to the surface of the iron. Make sure to clean the iron’s soleplate with a damp cloth or sponge.

A short time after use, I can hear a metallic sound.

The internal parts may make metallic noises with the change in temperature. There is nothing wrong with it.

General

What is the anti-calc collector (depending on model)?

The anti-calc collector is a scale collector which automatically collects the scale which forms inside your iron. The amount of scale collected depends on the hardness of your water.

How does the auto stop function work (depending on model)?

The electronic system cuts off the power supply and the auto-stop light flashes if the iron is not moved for more than 8 minutes (on its rest or base) or is left flat for more than 30 seconds.

To turn the iron back on, shake it gently until the light goes out.

Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span?

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

I’ve just opened my new appliance and I think there is a part missing. What should I do?

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

What are the warranty conditions of my appliance

Find more detailed informationin the Warranty section of the webiste.

FAQ HANDHELD STEAMERS

Maintenance and cleaning

How do I descale my steam product?

Do not use any descaling substances (vinegar, industrial descaling products, etc.) to descale your steam generator: they could damage it.

Refer to the user manual of your product for a detailed descaling process adapted for your handheld steamer.

Technical support

There is no steam coming out of the product?

Check that your appliance is correctly plugged in and switched on. If the problem keeps happening, try these solutions:

The water level might be too low: you need to refill it.

The steam pump might not be primed: press the trigger continuously for a few seconds to begin steaming.

The water tank might not be fully in place: ensure that stopper is closed and that the water tank snaps when put into place.

There is water leaking out of my product

The water tank might not be fully in place, or the stopper isn’t closed properly. Ensure that stopper is closed and that the water tank snaps when put into place.

General

What are the warranty conditions of my appliance?

Find more detailed information in the Warranty section of the website.

Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span?

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

I've just opened my new appliance and I think there is a part missing. What should I do?

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

FAQ FULL SIZE STEAMERS

How to better use my product?

Is the board of my product adjustable?

Only the board of Rowenta IXEO is adjustable in height and tilt so that you can steam horizontally or vertically (refer to user guide to see how).

For others, the board can only be used for vertical steaming.

Note: refer to your product’s user manual for more details.

Is the steamer detachable from the board?

Only the steamer from Rowenta IXEO can be detached from the board. Very convenient to steam things around the house like curtains or sheets. For all others full-size steamers, the steamer is attached and cannot be separated from the board.

Can my full-size steamer be collapsed for easy storage?

All Rowenta Full-Size steamers, except for Rowenta Home Steam, can be collapsed to a smaller height to be easily stored in a closet or other. Refer to user manual of your product to see how.

Maintenance and cleaning

Can my full-size steamer be descaled?

Note: Do not use any descaling substances (vinegar, industrial descaling products, etc.) to descale your steamer, they could damage it.

To extend the life of your product, all Rowenta Full-Size steamers (except for Rowenta IXEO) come with an anti-scale draining system. Refer to user manual for detailed descaling process.

Technical support

There is no more steam?

Your product is not plugged in or is not switched on ==> Check that your product is properly connected to a power socket and that the switch is on "I".

The water level in the tank is too low ==> Unplug the appliance and fill the tank.

The pump is unprimed ==>Press and hold the steam button for a few seconds to prime the pump.

The removable tank is not installed correctly ==> Check the correct positioning of the tank on the product.

The product is in "Stand-by" mode ==> Press the "On-Off" button and wait until it stops flashing.

General

Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span?

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

I’ve just opened my new appliance and I think there is a part missing. What should I do?

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

What are the warranty conditions of my appliance?

Find more detailed information in the Warranty section of the website.

FAQ STICK VACUUMS

How to better use my product?

What is the AUTO Mode?

With AUTO Mode activated, the electro brush of the vacuums detects the type of floors being vacuumed, automatically adjusting the power to the most adapted level for your floor to give you the best cleaning results.

Note: on sensitive floor (i.e., long pile carpets, manually decrease speed as the brush might resist or stop to protect the floors.

A “F” just appears on the control panel, what does it mean?

This is the cleaning filter alert reminding you to wash your filters so that the vacuum keeps delivering excellent results.

Maintenance and cleaning

What are the filters for and how to clean them ?

Your vacuum is equipped with 2 different filters:

1/ Easy Wash Filter: added layer of filtration to enhance the performance of your vacuum. An extra filter is added in the box.

2/ Fine Particles Filter: capture fine particles and releases purified air.

Please check user manual for detailed instructions and videos on how to clean both filters.

Do I need specific tools to install the wall mount ?

The vacuums comes with two screws and anchors. However, you will need a driller and screwdriver that are not provided in the box.

Please refer to user manual where linked videos detail the process step by step.

Technical support

The power-brush stops during use of the vaccum cleaner

Stop the vacuum cleaner. Check that nothing is obstructing the rotation of the brush; if there is an obstruction, remove it and clean the power-brush, then turn on the vacuum cleaner.

The charger becomes hot

This is perfectly normal. The vacuum cleaner can remain permanently connected to the charger without any risk.

The red LED on the product flashes during use

It can come from different reasons.

1/ The suction head brush is blocked: stop vacuuming and check that there is nothing blocking the rotation of the brush.

2/ The battery temperature is too high: leave the product to rest for 30 minutes. If the problem persists, replace the battery.

3/ The tube and/or suction head connectors are dirty or damaged: clean the tube and suction head connectors with cloth.

4/ The suction motor is not working: contact an approved service center to have your appliance repaired.

General

Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span?

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

I’ve just opened my new appliance and I think there is a part missing. What should I do?

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

What are the warranty conditions of my appliance?

Find more detailed information in the Warranty section of the website.

FAQ FANS

General

What are the warranty conditions of my appliance?

Find more detailed information in the Warranty section of the website.

Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span?

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

I've just opened my new appliance and I think there is a part missing. What should I do?

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

FAQ AIR PURIFIERS

General

What are the warranty conditions of my appliance?

Find more detailed information in the Warranty section of the website.

Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span?

Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

I've just opened my new appliance and I think there is a part missing. What should I do?

If you believe that one part is missing, please call Consumer Services Center and we will help you find a suitable solution.

Looking for help with your Rowenta product? Whether it's a recent purchase or a trusted appliance you've had for years, we’ve got you covered. Access user manuals, frequently asked questions, and helpful tips for products sold in the last 15 years—all in one place.

Keep your Rowenta appliances performing at peak efficiency with our complete Care & Use resources. Here you'll find expert guidance on how to properly use, clean, and maintain your Rowenta irons, garment steamers, air purifiers, fans, and vacuum cleaners. Our tips help improve performance, extend product lifespan, and prevent common issues. For detailed, model-specific instructions and FAQs, simply visit the Care & Use section on each individual product page.

Care & Use tips for Every Rowenta Product

Irons & Garment Steamers: Steam iron, Steam station, Full Size Steamer and Handheld Steamer

Ensure effortless crease removal and long-lasting performance by regularly descaling your iron, emptying the water tank, and using the right water type. Learn proper heating, steaming, and fabric-care tips for optimal results with every use.

Air Purifiers

Rowenta air purifiers deliver cleaner indoor air when filters are replaced on schedule and sensors remain dust-free. Find instructions on filter maintenance, smart mode usage, and optimizing purification based on room size.

Fans 

Keep airflow smooth by wiping dust from blades and grilles and ensuring vents stay clear. Adjust speeds and oscillation for comfortable, efficient cooling.

Stick Vacuums

Empty the dustbin often, clean filters, and remove debris from the brush roll to maintain strong suction and consistent performance.

How do you maintain a Rowenta iron?

Always unplug your iron and cool completely (2 hours) before maintenance. Use a damp soft cloth to wipe exterior - never use cleaners.

Empty the water tank after use. For hard water, use 50% untreated tap water with 50% distilled water. Set thermostat to minimum and store upright.

How do I clean my Rowenta steamer?

Unplug your steamer and let it cool completely before maintenance. Wipe exterior with a damp soft cloth - avoid detergents. Clean the water tank by rinsing thoroughly after each use.

Descale monthly in hard water areas using a 50/50 distilled water mixture. Run until half-used, let sit 30 minutes, then rinse completely. Check your user manual for model-specific anti-calc system instructions.

How do I use a Rowenta iron?

Fill your iron's water tank with tap water and select the temperature using the thermostat dial: one dot for synthetics, two for cotton blends, three for linen and heavy materials.

Wait for the ready indicator light to turn off, then place your garment on a stable ironing board and use smooth, even strokes across the fabric.

For vertical steaming, hang the item securely and set the temperature to maximum position. Hold the fabric taut while moving the iron from top to bottom, pressing the steam control intermittently to soften fibers and remove creases.