Introduction
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This user manual contains information about the surprising features of this
iron and some tips to make ironing easier and more enjoyable.
This iron is equipped with a special sensor-controlled handle and automatic
energy-saving technology
.
While you iron, the sensor in the handle ensures that the iron produces the
optimal amount of steam. As 90% of the energy consumption of an iron
is used to create steam, energy consumption is optimised by optimising
the steam output. When you intuitively put more force on the handle to
remove stubborn creases, the iron automatically produces more steam.
When you do not press the handle, when you lift the iron and when the
iron is standing on its heel or on its soleplate without any movement, the
automatic energy-saving technology limits the steam output to reduce
energy consumption.
We hope you enjoy using this iron.
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for
future reference.
Danger
- Never immerse the iron in water.
Warning
- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local
mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance
itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped
or leaks.
- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
- Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the
mains.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
- Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of
the iron.
-
Do not use the appliance if the flexible rubber handle parts show visible
damage.
Caution
- Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
- Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage.
- The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause
burns if touched.
-
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 0, put the iron on its
heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
- Always place and use the iron on a stable, level and horizontal surface.
- Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or
other chemicals in the water tank.
- This appliance is intended for household use only.
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.
General description (Fig. 1)
A
Spray nozzle
B
Filling opening
C
Cap of filling opening
D
Steam boost button (
9
)
E
Steam control
- CALC CLEAN = Calc-Clean function
- 0 = no steam
-
l
= minimum steam
-
;
= maximum steam
F
Spray button (
8
)
G
Red auto-off light (GC3660 only)
H
Temperature dial
I
Temperature light
J
Mains cord
K
Flexible rubber handle part
L
Anti-Calc tablet
M
Water tank
N
Heel
Not shown: filling cup
Before first use
1
Remove any sticker, protective foil or plastic from the
soleplate (Fig. 2).
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other
chemicals in the water tank.
1
Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2
Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. 3).
3
Open the cap of the filling opening.
4
Use the filling cup to fill the water tank with tap water up to the
maximum level. Tilt the iron backwards to check if the water level has
reached the MAX indication (Fig. 4).
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
5
Close the cap of the filling opening (‘click’).
Setting the temperature
Temperature and steam settings
Fabric type
Temperature
setting
Steam setting
Steam boost
Linen
MAX
;
Yes
Cotton
3
;
Yes
Wool
2
l
N.A.
Silk
1
0
N.A.
Synthetic fabrics
(e.g. acrylic, nylon,
polyamide, polyester)
1
0
N.A.
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature.
If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that is not visible
when you wear or use the article.
Silk, woolen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to
prevent shiny patches. To prevent stains, do not use the spray function.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such
as those made of synthetic fibers.
1
Put the iron on its heel.
2
To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to
the appropriate position (Fig. 5).
See table ‘Temperature and steam settings’.
3
Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
,
The temperature light goes on (Fig. 6).
4
When the temperature light goes out, wait a while before you
start ironing.
Note: The temperature light goes on from time to time during ironing.
Using the appliance
Note: The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. This
stops after a short while.
Sensor-controlled handle with energy-saving technology
- While you iron, the sensor in the handle ensures that the iron produces
the optimal amount of steam. As 90% of the energy consumption of
an iron is used to create steam, energy consumption is optimised by
optimising the steam output. When you intuitively put more force on
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