Philips GC1900, Manual

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electromagnetic fields (eMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding
electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the
instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on
scientific evidence available today.
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.
using the appliance
Filling the water tank
This iron is designed to be used with tap water.
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an
equal amount of distilled water. Do not use distilled water only.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids,
chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank.
1 Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (Fig. 2).
3 Open the cap of the filling opening (Fig. 3).
4 Tilt the iron and fill the water tank up to maximum level under the
tap (Fig. 4).
Note: Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
5 Close the cap of the filling opening (‘click’).
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