User manual PHILIPS HI449

[. . . ] - The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. - Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way. - After finished ironing, during filling or emptying the water tank or even when you leave the iron for a while, unplug from the wall socket, set the steam control to position 0 and put the iron on its heel. - If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. [. . . ] Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. The Shot-of-Steam function can only be used at temperature settings between 2 and MAX. This function can also be used when you hold the iron in vertical position. Wait for a while before using the button again to avoid spluttering. This iron features a "Drip Stop" steam shut-off facility: the iron automatically stops steaming at too low temperatures to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate. Use the self-clean function once every two weeks. If the water in your area is very hard, the self-clean function should be used more frequently. Do not use vinegar or other descaling agents. Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out. Release the self-clean button as soon as all the water in the tank has been used up. After self-cleaning - Plug in the iron to let the soleplate dry up. - Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out. - Move the hot iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains that may have formed on the soleplate. - Let the iron cool down before you store it. 1 2 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner. Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal objects. 1 2 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down and set the steam control to position O. 3 Type HI438, HI428, HI418 only: a) Wind the mains cord around the cord storage facility and fix it with the cord clip. B) Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place. [. . . ] Press to close the filling cap tightly until you hear a click. The Shot of Steam function has been used too often within a very short period. Water drips from the soleplate after the iron has been stored or cooled down. The iron is put in horizontal position with water still left in the water tank. [. . . ]