User manual PHILIPS GC2045/35

[. . . ] If you live in an area with very hard water, fast scale build-up may occur. In this case, it is recommended to mix 50% distilled water and 50% tap water to prolong the lifetime of your appliance. Note: Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank. €2) 2 Fill the water tank up to the MAX indication (Fig. [. . . ] Note: To use turbo steam , keep the steam control pressed to the turbo steam position continuously. Caution: Do not set the steam control to a steam setting if the set temperature is below 2 or when the iron is still heating up (when the temperature light is on).  Otherwise water may leak from the iron. -- -- -- --- --- -- -- -- -- -- -- Features Spray function -Press the spray button to moisten the article to be ironed. Steam boost function Press and release the steam boost button for a powerful boost of steam to remove stubborn creases (Fig. Vertical steam You can use the steam boost function when you hold the iron in vertical position for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc (Fig. Safety auto-off function (specific types only) The iron switches off automatically if it has not been moved for 30 seconds in horizontal position or 8 minutes in vertical position. The auto-off light starts flashing (Fig. To let the iron heat up again, pick up the iron or move it slightly until the auto-off light goes out. ECO steam setting Select the ECO steam setting instead of the maximum steam setting ; to save energy, yet to achieve satisfactory ironing results. €11) Dry ironing Set the steam control to t (dry ironing) to iron without steam. 4 Let the iron cool down before you store it. 1 Unplug the iron and set the steam control to t (dry ironing). €2) 2 Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility and store the iron on its heel (Fig. 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. 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). Problem Water drips from the soleplate or wet spots appear on the garment during ironing. Possible cause The set temperature is too low for steam ironing. You have put an additive in the water tank. The steam boost function does not work properly (water leaks out of the soleplate). You have used the steam boost function too often within a very short period. [. . . ] hard water forms flakes inside the soleplate. Solution Set an ironing temperature that is suitable for steam ironing. Rinse the water tank and do not put any additive in the water tank. Wait a while before you use the steam boost function again. [. . . ]