Philips GC1701, User Manual

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General description
A
Spray nozzle (GC1830/1820/1815/1720/1705)
B
Filling opening
C
Steam control
O = no steam
l
= moderate steam
;
= maximum steam
x
= Calc-Clean function
D
Spray button
T
(GC1830/1820/1815/1720/1705)
E
Steam boost
9
(GC1830/1820/1815)
F
Automatic shut-off light (GC1830 only)
G
Temperature light
H
Mains cord
I
Anticalc tablet (GC1830/1820 only)
J
Type plate
K
Water tank
L
Temperature dial
Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future
reference.
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Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the local mains voltage
before you connect the appliance.
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Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
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Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or
if the appliance has been dropped or is leaking.
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Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
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If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by
Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.
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Never immerse the iron and the stand, if provided, in water.
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Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
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The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched.
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Do not allow the cord to come into contact with the soleplate when it is hot.
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When you have finished ironing, when you clean the appliance, when you fill or 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 the mains plug from the wall socket.
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Always place and use the iron and the stand, if provided, on a stable, level and horizontal
surface.
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This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
2 Let the iron heat up to maximum temperature and pass the iron over a piece of damp cloth
for several minutes to remove any residues from the soleplate.
B
The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time.This will cease after a short
while.
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