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9
5
Gently shake the appliance to allow scale particles to fall out (Fig. 2-8).
6
Insert the Quick Calc Release collector back into the appliance (Fig. 2-10).
7
Push down the lever (“click”) to lock the collector (Fig. 2-11).
Calc-Clean (specific types only)
IMPORTANT
: After 1 to 3 months of use, the Calc-Clean reminder light starts flashing to
remind you to use the Calc-Clean function (Fig. 3-1). This is to remove scales in your iron
to prolong its life.
Tip
: The Calc-Clean function can be used at any time, even when the reminder light is
not activated yet. If you live in a hard water area, use the function more frequently.
1
Make sure that the steam slider is set to “steam off” position (Fig. 3-2).
2
Make sure there is enough water (more than 3/4) in the water tank. If there is not
enough water, unplug the iron, fill the water to MAX indication (Fig.3-3) and plug in
the iron again (Fig.3-4).
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.
3
Wait for the iron to heat up. This takes about 2 minutes (Fig.3-5).
Note
: the Calc-Clean reminder light turns off during heating up. .
4
Unplug the iron when the ‘iron ready’ light stops breathing (Fig. 3-7).
5
Hold the iron over the sink. Keep pushing the Calc-Clean button and gently shake
the iron forth and back until all water in the water tank has been used up (Fig. 3-8).
Scales is flushed out, steam and boiling water also come out of the soleplate.
Note
: Repeat steps 2 to 5 if the water that comes out of the appliance still contains
scale particles.
6
Plug in the appliance and let the appliance heat up to dry the soleplate. This takes
about 2 minutes (Fig. 3-9).
7
Unplug the appliance (Fig. 3-10). Move the appliance gently over a piece of cloth to
remove any water stains on the soleplate (Fig. 3-11).
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with
the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below,
visit
www.philips.com/support
for a list of frequently asked questions or contact
the Consumer Care Centre in your country.
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
The iron cannot
remove wrinkles from
the garment.
There is no steam during
ironing.
Fill the water tank and set the steam
slider to
.
The iron does not
produce any steam.
There is not enough water in
the tank.
Fill the water tank.
The steam slider is set to
.
Set the steam slider to
.
