Press the self clean button and hold it down. Gently move the iron to and fro, over the basin or bowl. Water and steam will wash scale and dust through the sole plate, and into the sink. When the reservoir is empty, release the self clean button.Click to see full answer. Just so, how do you use auto clean on an iron?Unplug your iron and hold it over a sink with the soleplate facing downwards. Press and hold the self-clean button. Hot water and steam will be ejected from the holes in the soleplate along with any impurities. Release the self-clean button after one minute or when the water tank is empty.One may also ask, how does a Black and Decker iron work? Hold the iron three inches from the fabric while stretching the fabric taut with one hand. Continue to hold the fabric taut while pumping the “Surge of Steam” button on the Black & Decker Steam Advantage five times. Wait five seconds and then pump again. Correspondingly, how do you clean a Black and Decker iron? How to Clean a Black & Decker Iron Pour the water out of the iron’s reservoir. Fill the reservoir halfway with white vinegar. Unplug the iron and let it cool upright for 30 minutes. If rust and buildup remains, mix 1 cup hot water with 1 cup white vinegar and 1 tsp. Rinse off the cleaning solution. Dry the iron with a dry cotton rag. How do I clean the gunk off my iron?Mix some baking soda with a little water to create a paste, and rub the paste across the iron. You can use a soft brush to scrub the soleplate and dissolve any gunk. Wipe the iron clean with water. You’ll probably need to clean out the steam holes with a damp cotton swab.