Philips GC1814 - Manual (Page 2)

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Introduction
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General description (Fig. 1)
A Spray nozzle (specific types only)
B Filling opening
C Steam control
O = no steam
l = moderate steam
; = maximum steam
x = Calc-Clean function
D Spray button T (specific types only)
E Steam boost 9 (specific types only)
F Automatic shut-off light (specific types only)
G Temperature light
H Mains cord
I Anti-Calc tablet (specific types only)
J Type plate
K Water tank
L Temperature dial
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
Never immerse the iron in water.
Warning
Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate
corresponds to the local mains voltage before you
connect the appliance.
Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord
or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the
appliance has been dropped or leaks.
If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it
replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by
Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
Never leave the appliance unattended when it is
connected to the mains.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
Do not let the mains cord come into contact with
the hot soleplate of the iron.
Caution
Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall
socket.
Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage.
The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot
and may cause burns if touched.
When you have finished ironing, when you clean the
appliance, when you fill or empty the water tank and
also when you leave the iron even for a short while:
set the steam control to position O, put the iron on
its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall
socket.
Always place and use the iron on a stable, level and
horizontal surface.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents,
ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
This appliance is intended for household use only.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards
regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this user
manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific
evidence available today.
Before first use
1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the
soleplate.
2 Let the iron heat up to maximum temperature and
pass the iron over a piece of damp cloth for several
minutes to remove any residues from the soleplate.
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Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
1 Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2 Set the steam control to position O (= no
steam) (Fig. 2).
3 Tilt the iron backwards.
4 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the
maximum level. (Fig. 3)
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents,
ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise
you to mix it with an equal amount of distilled
water or to use distilled water only.
Setting the temperature
1 Put the iron on its heel.
2 To set the required ironing temperature, turn the
temperature dial to the appropriate position (Fig. 4).
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing
temperature:
1
Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide,
polyester)
1
Silk
2 Wool
3 Cotton, linen
If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article
is made of, determine the right ironing temperature by
ironing a part that is not visible when you wear or use
the article.
Silk, woollen and synthetic materials; iron the reverse side
of the fabric to prevent shiny patches. Avoid using the
spray function to prevent stains.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing
temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibres.
3 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
4 Let the iron heat up until the temperature light first
goes out and then goes on again (Fig. 5).
Note: The temperature light goes on from time to time
during ironing.
Using the appliance
Note: The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for
the first time. This stops after a short while.
Steam ironing
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water
tank.
2 Set the recommended ironing temperature (see
chapter ‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Setting the
temperature’).
3 After the temperature light has gone out, set
the steam control to the appropriate steam
position. Make sure that the steam setting you
select is suitable for the ironing temperature
selected: (Fig. 6)
l for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to
3 )
; for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to
MAX)
The iron starts to produce steam as soon as
it reaches the set temperature.
Ironing without steam
1 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
2 Set the recommended ironing temperature (see
chapter ‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Setting the
temperature’).
Features
Spray function (specific types only)
You can use the spray function to remove stubborn
creases at any temperature.
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water
tank.
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2 Press the spray button several times to moisten the
article to be ironed (Fig. 7).
Steam boost (specific types only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn
creases.
The steam boost function can only be used at
temperature settings between 3 and MAX.
1 Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 8).
Wait a while before you use the button again to avoid
spluttering.
Never direct the steam at people.
Vertical steam boost (specific types only)
You can also use the steam boost function when you hold
the iron in vertical position. This is useful for removing
creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.
1 Hold the iron in vertical position. Then press and
release the steam boost button (Fig. 9)
Never direct the steam at people.
Automatic shut-off (specific types only)
The automatic shut-off function automatically switches off
the heating element if the iron has not been moved for
a while.
The auto-off light starts flashing to indicate that the
iron has been switched off by the safety shut-off
function (Fig. 10).
In horizontal position, this happens after 30 seconds.
In vertical position, this happens after 8 minutes.
1 To let the iron heat up again, pick it up or move it
slightly.
If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out
before you start ironing.
If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is
ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
1 Put the iron on its heel.
2 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let
the iron cool down.
3 Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate
with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid)
cleaner.
To keep the soleplate smooth, avoid hard contact with
metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or
other chemicals to clean the soleplate.
4 Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp
cloth.
5 Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty
the water tank after cleaning.
Double-Active Calc System (specific types
only)
The Double-Active Calc System consists of an Anti-Calc
tablet inside the water tank combined with the Calc-
Clean function.
The Anti-Calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the
steam vents. The tablet is constantly active and does
not need replacement (Fig. 11).
The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles.
Calc-Clean function
Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. If
the water in your area is very hard (i.e. when flakes come
out of the soleplate during ironing), use the Calc-Clean
function more frequently.
1 Set the steam control to position O.
2 Set the temperature dial to MAX.
3 Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the
water tank.
4 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
5 Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes
out.
6 Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam
control to the Calc-Clean position x. (Fig. 12)
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