Philips GC3800 series User Manual page 10

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Problem
The steam boost
function does not
work properly
(water leaks out of
the soleplate).
Flakes and
impurities come
out of the
soleplate during
ironing.
Water leaks from
the water filling
door.
6 Plug in the iron and let the iron heat up to dry the soleplate.
7 Unplug the iron when the temperature indicator light goes out.
8 Move the iron gently over a piece of cloth to remove any water
stains on the soleplate.
storage
1 Unplug the iron and empty the water tank. Let it cool down in a safe
place.
2 Wind the mains cord around the backplate of the iron and store it
on its heel.
troubleshooting
This chapter summarises 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 Centre in your
country (see the worldwide guarantee leaflet for contact details).
Possible cause
You have used the steam
boost function too often
within a very short period.
You have used the steam
boost function at a too low
temperature.
Scales are formed inside the
soleplate.
You have overfilled the water
tank.
Solution
Wait for a few seconds before you use the steam
boost function again.
Set an ironing temperature at which the steam
boost function can be used (●●● to MAX).
Use the Calc-clean funtion (see chaper 'Cleaning
and maintenance', section 'Calc-clean function').
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX
indication. Pour excess water out of the water
tank.