User manual PHILIPS GC 3551

[. . . ] 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. Do not use the appliance if the flexible rubber handle parts show visible damage. [. . . ] As 90% of the energy consumption of an iron is used to create steam, energy consumption is optimised by optimising the steam output. When you intuitively put more force on the handle to remove stubborn creases, the iron automatically produces more steam. When you do not press the handle, when you lift the iron and when the iron is standing on its heel or on its soleplate without any movement, the automatic energy-saving technology limits the steam output to reduce energy consumption (Fig. Steam ironing 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. Note:The iron is ready for steam ironing as soon as it has reached the set ironing temperature. Note: If the set ironing temperature is too low (MIN to 2), water may drip from the soleplate (see chapter `Features', section `Drip stop'). Features Spray function You can use the spray function to remove stubborn creases at any temperature. 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. Steam boost A powerful steam boost helps to remove very stubborn creases. The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. Concentrated steam boost from the special Steam tip (GC 3551/GC3660 only) The concentrated steam boost from the long vents in the Steam Tip enhances the distribution of steam into every part of your garment. 1 Set the steam control to position 0 and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. 2 Fill the water tank to the maximum level. Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents in the water tank. 5 Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes out. 7 Release the steam control as soon as all the water in the tank has been used up. 8 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities. After the Calc-Clean process 1 Put the plug back into the wall socket and let the iron heat up to let the soleplate dry. 2 Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes out. 3 Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains that may have formed on the soleplate. 4 Let the iron cool down before you store it. Storage 1 Set the steam control to position 0, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. [. . . ] Set an ironing temperature at which the steam boost function can be used ( 3 to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you use the steam boost function. Water droplets drip onto the fabric during ironing You have not closed the cap of the filling opening properly. You have put an additive in the water tank. [. . . ]