Philips GC1701, User Manual

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for moderate steam (temperature settings
2
to
3
)
;
for maximum steam (temperature settings
3
to MAX)
The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
Ironing without steam
1 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
2 Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing for use', section
'Setting the temperature').
Features
Spray function (specific types only)
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.
2 Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed (fig. 7).
Steam boost (specific types only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between
3
and MAX.
1 Press and release the steam boost button (fig. 8).
Wait a while before using the button again to avoid spluttering.
Never direct the steam at people.
Vertical steam boost (GC1830/GC1820/GC1815 only)
1 The steam boost function can also be used when you are holding the iron in vertical
position.This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains, etc (fig. 9).
Never direct the steam at people.
Automatic shut-off (GC1830 only)
The electronic shut-off function automatically switches the heating element off if the iron has not
been moved for a while.
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The auto-off light starts blinking to indicate that the iron has been switched off by the safety
shut-off function (fig. 10).
- In horizontal position, this will happen after 30 seconds.
- In vertical position, this will happen after 8 minutes.
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To let the iron heat up again:
- Pick up the iron or move it slightly.The auto-off light goes out.
- If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before you start ironing.
- If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is ready for use.
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