Philips GC1710/02 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
- If the appliance has an earthed plug, it must be plugged into 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
Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
1
Let the iron heat up to maximum temperature and pass the iron over
2
a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any residues
from the soleplate.
2
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
1
Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (Fig. 2).
2
Tilt the iron backwards.
3
Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level. (Fig. 3)
4
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
Put the iron on its heel.
1
To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to
2
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.
Plug in the appliance. If the appliance has an earthed plug, put the
3
mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
Let the iron heat up until the temperature light first goes out and
4
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
Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
1
Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing
2
for use', section 'Setting the temperature').
After the temperature light has gone out, set the steam control to
3
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
Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
1
Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing
2
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.
Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
1
Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be
2
ironed (Fig. 7).
Steam boost (specific types only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
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