Philips SCF278/02, Quick Start Manual

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Philips AVENT Electric Steam Steriliser
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Steriliser will not work
Excessive steam escaping from
under the lid
Bottles come out with marks
Steriliser takes too long to
switch off
Check that the mains lead is connected to the steriliser as well as plugged into the mains.
Check fuse in plug.
Parts incorrectly loaded. Refer to diagrams C/D.
Steriliser needs de-scaling (see section headed ‘Care of your steriliser’).
Too much water is being used. Use exactly 90ml of water, OR: The steriliser is loaded with
only a few items – light loads will take longer to cycle.
Troubleshooting guide
Please take 5 minutes to read through the whole of this
leaflet before you use your Philips AVENT Electric Steam
Steriliser for the first time.
As well as bottles and breastfeeding accessories, you
can sterilise any other boilable items (please refer to
the manufacturer’s instructions regarding sterilisation).
Please keep these instructions safe for future use.
These instructions are also available on our website.
Hazard Warning
• When in use, the steriliser contains boiling water
and steam escapes from the vent in the lid.
• Ensure the steriliser is placed on a firm level
surface when in use.
• Never open the unit when in use.
• Always keep out of reach of children.
• Always unplug from the mains when not in use.
• Never place items on top of the steriliser.
• To stop the steriliser during the cycle, unplug at the mains.
• Take care when opening as steam can burn.
• Never immerse the steriliser in water.
• Never use the steriliser without water.
• Failure to follow de-scaling instructions may cause
irreparable damage.
• There are no servicable parts inside the Electric Steam
Steriliser. Do not attempt to open, service or repair the Electric
Steam Steriliser yourself.
Contents
(see diagram A)
a) Lid
b) 2 x Upper basket
c) Bottle rack
d) Lower basket
e) Central stem
f) Steriliser body
g) Measuring cup
h) Lead and plug
i) Tongs
NB: Upper and lower baskets are identical
Before using your steriliser for the first time
(see diagram B)
Remove all items from inside the steriliser body.
1) Pour in exactly 90ml of tap water.
2) Assemble all the blue components (baskets, stem and bottle
rack). Place the assembled components in the steriliser and
put the lid on.
3) Connect the lead into the back of the steriliser and plug into
the mains supply. The light should come on automatically.
If it does not, press down on the steriliser switch.
4) At the end of the cycle the unit will switch off automatically
and the light will go out.
5) Allow unit to cool, turn off at the mains, unplug and
disconnect the lead from the back of the steriliser.
6) Remove baskets and bottle rack, pour away any remaining
water and wipe dry.
Before each use
1) Before sterilising, wash all items in mild soapy water
and rinse.
2) Pour exactly 90ml of water into the steriliser body.
If you add more than 90ml you will prolong the cycle
time. If you use less than 90ml, your items may not
be properly sterilised.
NB: When loading, always ensure that the steam can effectively
circulate around all surfaces and that any water can drain
off easily.
To sterilise up to six 260ml, 125ml or 330ml
AVENT Bottles
(see diagram C)
1) Slide the lower basket onto the central stem.
2) Thread 2 screw rings onto the central stem.
3) Slide the bottle rack down the central stem, with the
neck facing down, until it rests on the top screw ring.
4) Place the teats through the centre of the holes in the
bottle rack onto the lower basket.
5) Thread 4 screw rings onto the central stem.
6) Place the 6 inverted bottles in the bottle rack.
7) Push the upper basket onto the central stem until it rests
on the catch. Place the 6 dome caps and tongs into the
upper basket.
8) The upper basket is not required when sterilising 330ml
bottles (see diagram C8).
9) Place the assembled unit into the steriliser body and put
the lid on.
10) Put the lead into the back of the steriliser body and plug
into the mains supply. Switch on.
11) Cycle times will vary depending on the load. After each
cycle the unit will switch off automatically and the light
will go out (approx. cycle time: 8 minutes).
To sterilise the Philips AVENT Manual Breast Pump
(see diagram D)
1) Click the Breast Pump body into the slot in the upper basket
and arrange the other breast pump components as shown.
Assemble remaining components of the Breast Pump in the
lower basket.
2) Up to six bottles (not including screw rings, teats or dome
caps) can be sterilised with the pump.
3) Place assembled unit into the steriliser body, put the lid on.
4) Put the lead into the back of the steriliser body and plug
into the mains supply. Switch on.
To sterilise narrow neck bottles and other
feeding items
Teats should be placed around the central stem in the lower
basket and screw rings in the top basket, as they are too narrow
for the stem. Always ensure items are positioned within baskets
/racks to ensure effective circulation of steam. The bottle rack
and/or upper basket can be removed to make more room.
After sterilisation
(see diagram E)
1) Do not remove the lid straight away. Let the steriliser cool
down for 3 minutes.
2) Turn off at the mains, unplug and disconnect the lead from
the back of the steriliser.
3) Wash your hands thoroughly before removing the
sterilised items.
4) Remove the lid.
5) If necessary, shake excess water from items before
assembling.
6) The tongs can be used to remove small items and to pull
the sterile teats through the screw rings of the bottles.
7) The contents will remain sterile for up to six hours, following
the end of the cycle, provided the lid is not removed.
8) Removed items must be used/assembled immediately or
re-sterilised. Expressed milk can be stored in a sterile breast
milk container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours (not in
the door) or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Infant formula
should be made up fresh for each feed.
9) The steriliser must be left to cool for at least 10 minutes
between each use to allow the thermostat to reset.
10) After each use, pour away any remaining water, rinse
and wipe dry.
Dishwasher Basket
(see diagram F)
1) The upper and lower baskets can be clipped together to
hold small items such as teats, breast pump parts, soothers,
etc for washing in the
top rack of your dishwasher prior
to sterilisation.
2) To clip together, align the two baskets so that the indicators
are opposite each other and snap the baskets together.
To open basket, pull apart with fingers using side recesses.
Warning: If your Philips AVENT items are washed in the
dishwasher with dirty items covered with remnants of strong
sauces, such as tomato sauce, they may discolour over time.
Care of your steriliser
You should de-scale your steriliser every four weeks to ensure
it continues to work 100% effectively. It may be advantageous
to use pre-boiled or filtered water in your steriliser in order to
reduce limescale build up.
EITHER:
1) Mix one sachet of citric acid (10gms) with 200ml of water.
Pour into the empty steriliser. Do not put lid on. Switch on for
1-2 minutes, i.e. do not run a full cycle. Switch off at mains
and leave to stand for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse out the
steriliser. Run a full cycle empty with the lid on, using exactly
90ml of water. Wipe out the steriliser. (Citric Acid is available
from most chemists – avoid contact with eyes as this may
cause irritation. Keep out of reach of children.)
OR:
2) Pour 100ml vinegar mixed with 200ml cold water into
steriliser. Allow to stand in the unit until any limescale
has dissolved. Empty the unit and rinse thoroughly.
Warnings
1) Under no circumstances should anything other than citric
acid or vinegar be used for de-scaling as it may cause
irreparable damage.
2) Do not use bleach or chemical sterilising solutions/tablets
in your steam steriliser or on products to be sterilised.
3) Do not use abrasive, anti-bacterial materials or scourers
to clean the steriliser.
4) Do not use softened water in the steriliser.
5) The lead supplied must not be used on any other appliance
and no other lead should be used with the Electric
Steam Steriliser.
6) This appliance is intended for use by responsible persons,
Keep out of reach of small children and the infirm.
7) This appliance is not intended for use by persons including
children with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
8) Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
Guarantee
Philips AVENT guarantees that should the Electric Steam
Steriliser become faulty during 24 months from the date
of purchase, it will be replaced free of charge during this time.
Please return it to the retailer where it was purchased. Please
keep your receipt as a proof of purchase, together with a note
of when and where purchased. For the guarantee to be valid,
please note:
• The Electric Steam Steriliser must be used according to the
instructions in this leaflet and connected to suitable
electricity supply.
• The claim must not be a result of accident, misuse, dirt,
neglect or fair wear and tear.
• This does not affect your statutory rights.
Philips AVENT is here to help
GB:
Call FREE on 0800 289 064
IRL: Call FREE on 1800 509 021
AU: 1300 364 474
www.philips.com/AVENT
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