User manual PHILIPS GC1710

[. . . ] This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains, etc (Fig. Automatic shut-off (GC1830 only) Theelectronicshut-offfunctionautomaticallyswitches theheatingelementoffiftheironhasnotbeenmoved forawhile. , The auto-off light starts blinking to indicate that the iron has been switched off by the safety shut-off function (Fig. - In horizontal position, this will happen after 30 seconds. [. . . ] , 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. , The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. , Do not allow the cord to come into contact with the soleplate when it is hot. , 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 and the stand, if provided, on a stable, level and horizontal surface. , This appliance is intended for household use only. ThisPhilipsappliancecomplieswithallstandards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properlyandinaccordancewiththeinstructionsinthis instructionmanual, theapplianceissafetouseaccording to 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. Note:The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. This will cease after a short while. Preparing for use Filling the water tank Never immerse the iron in water. 423900061493 1Silk 2Wool 3Cotton, linen If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article ismadeof, determinetherightironingtemperatureby ironingapartthatwillnotbevisiblewhenyouwearor usethearticle. Silk, woollenandsyntheticmaterials;ironthereverseside ofthefabrictopreventshinypatches. Avoidusingthe sprayfunctiontopreventstains. Startironingthearticlesthatrequirethelowestironing temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibres. 3 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket. 4 When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before you start ironing (Fig. Thetemperaturelightwillgoonfromtimetotime duringironing. Using the appliance Steam ironing 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. 2 Select 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. [. . . ] Theironhas beenputin horizontal positionwhile thereisstill waterinthe watertank. UsetheCalc-Clean functiononeor moretimes(see chapter`Cleaningand maintenance'). Picktheironup ormoveitslightly todeactivatethe automaticshutofffunction. The automaticshut-off lightgoesout. Empty the water tank andsetthesteam controltoposition Obeforestoringthe iron(seechapter `Storage'). Storethe irononitsheel. Guarantee & service If you need information or if you have a problem, please visitthePhilipswebsiteatwww. philips. comorcontact thePhilipsCustomerCareCentreinyourcountry(you will find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, turntoyourlocalPhilipsdealerorcontactthe ServiceDepartmentofPhilipsDomesticAppliancesand PersonalCareBV. Troubleshooting Thischaptersummarisesthemostcommonproblems you could encounter with your iron. [. . . ]