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ImportantGuarantee & service
For optimal safety, first read these instructions before you are going to use the iron:If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips Web site at
- The user must not leave the iron unattended while it is connected to the supply.www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you
- This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons withoutwill find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer
supervision.Care Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service
- Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with theDepartment of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
appliance.
- The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns ifTrouble shooting guide
touched.
- Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way.This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with your
- After finished ironing or even when you leave the iron for a while, unplug from theiron. Please read the different sections for more details. If you are unable to solve the
wall socket and put the iron on its heel.problem, please contact the nearest Philips Service Centre or one of its
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assemblyrepresentatives. See the worldwide guarantee leaflet for telephone numbers of the
available from Philips or its service agent.Philips Helpdesk or visit our website at www.philipsonline.com.
Before first use
1Check if the voltage rating on the typeplate corresponds to the mains supplyProblemPossible cause(s)Solution
in your home.The iron is plugged inConnection problem.Check the mains cord, the plug
but the soleplate is cold.and the wall socket.
2Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and clean it with a
The temperature control See setting the temperature
soft cloth.
dial is probably set atsection for appropriate
minimum position.temperature setting.
The iron may give out some smoke when using it for the first time. After a short while
this will cease.
Setting the temperatureHigh Rating (for Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia only)
1Put the iron on its heel.
Rated voltageRated wattageRated CurrentRated frequency
2Set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature by turning it to220-240V950-1100W4.3-4.6A~50-60Hz
the position of the temperature indicator (fig. 1).
- Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature.Low Rating (for Saudi Arabia only)
- 1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
- 1Silk
- 2WoolRated voltageRated WattageRated CurrentRated frequency
- 3Cotton, linen110-127V750-1000W6.8-7.9A ~50-60Hz
- When you do not know what kind of fabric(s) the article is made of, try to iron on a
spot which will be invisible when you wear it.
- Silk, woolen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent
shiny spots.
- Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those
made of synthetic fibers.
3Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
Ironing
1Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See section 'Setting the temperature'.
2Types GC142 and GC130 only:
Allow the iron to heat up for two minutes before you start ironing.
If you set the temperature dial to a lower setting after ironing at a high temperature,
allow the iron to cool down for five minutes before you recommence ironing.
3Types GC149, GC148, GC139, GC136 and GC135 only:
Start ironing when the amber temperature pilot light has first gone out and then come
on again (fig. 2).
BThe amber pilot light will come on from time to time during ironing.
Cleaning and maintenance
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down.
2Wipe the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner.
Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal objects.
3Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.
Storage
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
2Wind the mains cord around the cord storage facility (fig. 3
3Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place. |
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