IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your iron, especially when children are
present, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using.
1. Always disconnect iron from electrical outlet when
filling removable water reservoir with water or
emptying and when not in use. Be careful to avoid
spilling water over the iron when filling reservoir.
2. Do not place or store iron where it can fall or be
pulled into a tub or sink.
3. To protect against a risk of electrical shock, do not
immerse the iron in water or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary for any appliance
being used by or near children or invalids. Do not
leave iron unattended while connected or on an
ironing board.Always position iron carefully to prevent
it from falling off or being knocked off ironing board,
or if cord is pulled.When not in ironing position, a lw ay s
stand iron on heel re s t .
5. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described
in this manual. Do not use attachments not
recommended by Philips Electronics North America
Corporation.
6. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been
dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.To avoid
the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the iron;
return the iron to the retail location where it was
purchased for examination and repair. Incorrect
reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the
iron is used.
7. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Let the
iron cool completely before putting away. Loop cord
around cord wrap when storing.
8. When not in use, the Temperature Control should
always be turned to Min position. Never yank cord to
disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull
to disconnect.
9. Do not use outdoors or operate where oxygen is
being administered or in the presence of explosive
and/or flammable fumes.
10. Burns can occur from hot metal parts, hot water or
steam. Use caution when you turn a steam iron upside
d ow n - - t h e re may be hot water in the internal re s e rvo i r.
11. The iron may be cleaned by wiping with a damp
cloth. Always unplug cord from outlet and allow
iron to cool before cleaning.
12. This appliance is intended for household use ONLY;
it is not for commercial use or industrial use.
13. For any service issues contact the retail location
where product was purchased.
14. IRON MAY BE USED ONLY WITH
ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC). NEVER
PLUG IRON INTO A DIRECT CURRENT
(DC) OUTLET.
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