(fig. 14). Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle (fig. 15).
ENGLISH
Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.
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11 Reinsert the steam control needle by placing the point of the needle exactly
ATemperature control dial
in the centre of the hole and by fitting the small projection on the side of the
B Steam control dial
needle into the slot (fig. 16).
O= no steam
q= moderate steam12 Set the steam control to position O.
w= maximum steam
After the Calc-Clean process
x= Calc-Clean function
C Spray button T1 Connect the iron to the mains to let the soleplate dry.
D Spray nozzle
2 Unplug the iron when the pilot light has gone out.
ETemperature pilot light
F Water filling opening3 Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains
G Water tankthat may have formed on the soleplate.
HType plate
4 Let the iron cool down before you store it.
I Cord
J Extra Steam function (press steam control dial) (type GC1580)Cleaning after ironing
K Auto shut-off (type GC1580)
1 Make sure the plug has been removed from the wall socket and the iron has
L Release button for water tank
cooled down.
M Shot of Steam function (type GC1573 and GC1575)
2 Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a
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Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid contact with metal objects.
For optimal safety, read these instructions carefully and look at the illustrations
before you start using the appliance.3 Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.
Keep these instructions for future reference.4 Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water tank after
cleaning.
� Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the mains.
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� Keep an eye on children to make sure that they do not play with the appliance.
1 Make sure the plug has been removed from the wall socket and the iron has
� The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if
cooled down. Set the steam control to position O.
touched.
� Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way.2 Empty the water tank (fig 17).
� When you have finished ironing, when you clean the appliance, when you fill or
3 Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility.
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 the4 Store the iron standing on his heel in a safe and dry place (fig. 18).
mains plug from the wall socket.
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� If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly
ComfortGC1580,1575,1573,1565
available from Philips or a service agent.If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips Web site at
� Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the local mainswww.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you
voltage before you connect the appliance.will find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no
Customer Care Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact
Before first useIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIthe Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
1 Remove sticker or protective foil from the soleplate if there is any.TroubleshootingIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
2 Heat up the iron to the maximum temperature and pass the iron over a pieceThis chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with
of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any residues from the soleplate.your iron. Please read the different sections for more details. If you are unable to
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solve the problem, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country.u
The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time.This will cease
You can find its telephone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet.
after a short while.
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Never immerse the iron in water.ProblemPossible cause(s)Solution(s)
1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.The iron is plugged inThere is a connectionCheck if the plug is connected
but the soleplate isproblem.to the wall socket properly.
2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (fig. 2).
cold.
3 Press and hold the release button and remove the detachable water tank The temperatureSet the temperature control dial
(fig. 3).
control dial has beento the required temperature.
4 Fill the water tank with cold tap water up to the maximum level (fig. 4).set to MIN.
5
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.7The auto-off function is Move the iron slightly and the
activated.iron will start heating up again.
Only use water. Do not use vinegar, starch, ironing concentrates or chemically c
descaled water.
The iron does notThere is not enoughFill the water tank (see 'Filling
produce any steam.water in the water tank. the water tank').
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an equal
amount of distilled water or to use distilled water only.The steam control dial Set the steam control dial to
has been set toposition q or w (see 'Steam
5 Push the water tank back into the iron until you hear a �clickO.position O.ironing').
The iron is not hotSet the temperature control dial
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enough.to a temperature suitable for
1 Put the iron on its heel.
steam ironing (2 to MAX).
2 Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature:Put the iron on its heel and wait
1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)until the pilot light has gone out
1Silkbefore you start ironing.
2 Wool
The Extra SteamThe steam control dial Press and hold the steam
3 Cotton, linen
function does not work has not been pressedcontrol dial for maximal 5
If you do not know what kind of fabric(s) a garment is made of, determine the right
(type GC1580)long enough.seconds.
ironing temperature by ironing a part that will be invisible when you wear the81213
garment.The Extra SteamWait at least 1 minute before
Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to preventfunction has been used using the Extra Steam function
shiny patches.Avoid using the spray function to prevent stains.too often in a shortagain.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as thoseperiod.
made of synthetic fibres.
The iron is not hotSet the temperature control dial
enough.to a temperature between
3 Set the temperature control dial to the required ironing temperature by
3 and MAX. Put the iron on
turning it to the appropriate temperature indication (fig. 5).
its heel and wait until the pilot
141516
4 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.light has gone out.
5 When the temperature pilot light has gone out, wait a while before you startThere is not enoughFill the water tank (see 'Filling
ironing (fig. 6).water in the water tank. the water tank').
The pilot light will go on from time to time during ironing.
Water leaks from theThe iron is not hotSet the temperature control dial
soleplate when I useenough.to a temperature between
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the Extra Steam3 and MAX. Put the iron on
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
function (typeits heel and wait until the pilot
2 After the temperature pilot light has gone out, set the steam control to theGC1580)light has gone out.
appropriate steam position (fig. 7).1718
The Extra SteamWait at least 1 minute before
qfor moderate steam (temperature settings 2to MAX)function has been used using the Extra Steam function
wfor maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX)
too often in a shortagain (see 'Extra Steam').
The iron will start producing steam as soon as the set temperature has beenperiod.
reached.
The spray functionThere is not enoughFill the water tank (see 'Filling
3 Set the temperature control dial to the recommended position.
does not workwater in the water tank. the water tank').
See 'Setting the temperature'.
Flakes and impuritiesYou have been usingUse the Calc-Clean function a
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1 Set the steam control dial to position O (= no steam).soleplate during ironing. caused scale flakes to
develop inside the
2 Set the temperature control dial to the recommended position.soleplate.
See 'Setting the temperature'.
Water leaks from theThe set temperature is Set the temperature control dial
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Spray functionsteam ironing (2 to MAX).
To remove stubborn creases at any temperaturePut the iron on its heel and wait
until the pilot light has gone out
� Make sure there is enough water in the water tank.
before you start ironing.
1 Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed Water leaks from theThe iron has been put Empty the water tank and set
(fig. 8).
soleplate while the iron in horizontal positionthe steam control to position O
Extra Steam (type GC1580)is cooling down or after while there is still water before storing the iron (see
This function provides extra steam to remove very stubborn creases.it has been stored.in the water tank.'Storage'). Place the iron on its
heel.
� The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between 3
and MAX.The Shot of steamThere is not enoughFill the water tank (see 'Filling
function does not work water in the water tank. the water tank').
1 Set the steam control dial to the maximum position w (fig. 9).
(types GC1575 and
2 Press and hold the steam control dial for maximal 5 seconds (fig. 10).GC1573).
3 Release the steam control dial and wait at least 1 minute before using this
function again to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.
Shot of steam (types GC1575 and GC1573)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
Use the Shot-of-Steam function only at temperature settings between 3 and
MAX.
1 Press and release the Shot of steam button (fig. 11).
Wait for while before using the button again to avoid spluttering.
Never direct the steam towards people.
ASO - Auto shut off (type GC1580)
An electronic safety device will automatically switch off the iron if it has not been
removed for a while.
To indicate that the iron has been switched-off, the red auto-off pilot light will start
blinking (fig. 12).
-In a horizontal position, this will happen after 30 seconds.
-In a vertical position, this will happen after 8 minutes.
To heat up the iron again:
-Pick up the iron or move it slightly.
-The red auto-off pilot light will go out.The amber temperature pilot light will go
on.
-When the amber pilot light has gone out and goes on again, the iron is ready
for use.
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Calc-Clean function
The Calc-Clean function removes scale and impurities.
Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. If the water in your area is very
hard (i.e. when flakes come out of the soleplate during ironing), you should use the
Calc-Clean function more frequently.
1 Set the steam control dial to position O.
2 Set the temperature control dial to MAX.
3 Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.
4 Put the plug in the wall socket.
5 Unplug the iron when the temperature pilot light has gone out.
6 Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to the Calc-Clean
position Y (fig. 13).
7 Pull the steam control dial slightly upwards and gently shake the iron until all
water in the tank has been used up.
Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate, flushing out impurities and
scale.
8 Press the steam control dial back to its original position and set it to position
O after having used the Calc-Clean function.
9 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities.
10 To clean the steam control needle, pull the steam control out of the appliance |
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