Philips GC7833/80 - Manual (Page 10)

Note: During the Calc-Clean process, clean water may come out of the soleplate if no scale has
accumulated inside the iron. This is normal.
For more information on how to carry out the Calc-Clean process, refer to the videos in this link:
http://www.philips.com/descaling-iron.
Cleaning the soleplate
To properly maintain your appliance, clean it regularly.
1 Clean the appliance with a moist cloth.
2 To easily and effectively remove stains, let the soleplate heat up and move the iron over a moist
cloth (Fig. 25).
Tip: Clean the soleplate regularly to ensure smooth gliding.
Storage
1 Switch off the steam generator and unplug it.
2 Pour the water out of the water tank into the sink (Fig. 26).
3 Fold the water supply hose. Wind the water supply hose inside the water supply hose storage
compartment and secure it inside the storage hook (Fig. 27).
4 Fold the mains cord and fasten it with the Velcro strip (Fig. 28).
5 Push the carry lock release button to lock the iron onto the iron platform (Fig. 29).
6 You can carry the appliance with one hand by the handle of the iron when the iron is locked on the
iron platform (Fig. 30).
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you
are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit
www.philips.com/support for a list
of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Center in your country.
Problem Possible cause Solution
The iron does not
produce any steam. There is not enough water in
the water tank. Fill the water tank beyond the MIN
indication. Press and hold the steam trigger
until steam comes out. It may take up to 30
seconds until steam comes out.
You did not press the steam
trigger. Press and hold the steam trigger until
steam comes out.
The steam function has
been disabled until you
have performed the Calc-
Clean process. Perform the Calc-Clean process to restore
the steam function. (see chapter ' Cleaning
and maintenance')
At the start of your ironing
session, the steam trigger
has not been pressed long
enough. Press and hold the steam trigger until
steam comes out. It may take up to 30
seconds until steam comes out.
The light of the CALC-
CLEAN button flashes
and the appliance beeps. This is the Calc-Clean
reminder. Perform the Calc-Clean after the Calc-
Clean reminder is given (see chapter
'Cleaning and maintenance').
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