Philips Elance GC3106 User manual

Elance 3100
GC3135, GC3130, GC3126, GC3125, GC3121, GC3120,
GC3116, GC3115, GC3111, GC3110, GC3106

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ENGLISH 4
DEUTSCH 11
FRANÇAIS 19
NEDERLANDS 27
ESPAÑOL 35
ITALIANO 43
NORSK 51
SUOMI 58
DANSK 65
 72
POLSKI 80
ČESKY 88
GC3135, GC3130, GC3126, GC3125, GC3121, GC3120, GC3116, GC3115, GC3111,GC3110, GC3106

Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and
save them for future reference.
◗Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to
the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
◗Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
◗Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance
itself is damaged.
◗If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
◗Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the
mains.
◗Never immerse the iron in water.
◗Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
◗The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may
cause burns if touched. Do not allow the cord to come into
contact with the soleplate when it is hot.
◗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.
◗This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
C1Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
2Let 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.
BThe iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time.This
will cease after a short while.
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
1Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
C2Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam).
3Open the cap of the filling opening.
4Tilt the iron backwards.
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C5Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level by
means of the filling cup.
Do not fill the tank beyond the MAX indication.
◗If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use
distilled water.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing additives
chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank.
6Close the filling cap (click!).
Setting the temperature
1Put the iron on its heel.
C2Set the required ironing temperature by turning the
temperature dial to the appropriate position.
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:
-1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester)
-1Silk
-2Wool
-3Cotton, linen
If you do not know what kind(s) of fabric(s) an article is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will not
be visible when you wear or use the article.
Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric
to prevent shiny patches.Avoid using the spray function to prevent
stains.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature,
such as those made of synthetic fibres.
3Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
C4When the amber temperature pilot light has gone out, wait a
while before you start ironing.
The amber pilot light will go on from time to time during ironing.
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
2Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter
'Preparing for use', section 'Setting the temperature').
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C3Select the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam
setting you select is suitable for the ironing temperature
selected:
- 1 - 2 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2to 3)
- 3 - 4 for maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX)
BThe iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been
reached.
Ironing without steam
1Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam).
2Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter
'Preparing for use', section 'Setting the temperature').
Features
Spray function
You can use the spray function to remove stubborn creases at any
temperature.
1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
C2Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to
be ironed.
Shot of steam
A powerful 'shot of steam' helps remove stubborn creases.
The shot-of-steam function can only be used at temperature settings
between 2and MAX.
C1Press and release the shot-of-steam button.
Vertical shot of steam
BTypes GC3135, GC3130, GC3126, GC3125, GC3120, GC3121,
GC3117, GC3116, GC3115, GC3111, GC3110.
C1The shot-of-steam function can also be used when you hold
the iron in vertical position.
This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.
Never direct the steam towards people.
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Drip stop
BTypes GC3135, GC3130, GC3126, GC3125, GC3120, GC3121,
GC3115.
This iron is equipped with a drip-stop function: the iron automatically
stops producing steam when the temperature is too low to prevent
water from dripping out of the soleplate.When this happens you may
hear a sound.
Automatic anti-calc system
BTypes GC3135, GC3130, GC3126, GC3125, GC3120, GC3121,
GC3117, GC3116.
C1The built-in anti-calc system reduces the build-up of scale and
guarantees a longer life for the iron.
Electronic safety shut-off function
BType GC3135 only.
C◗The electronic safety shut-off function automatically switches off
the iron if it has not been moved for a while.
◗The red auto-off pilot light starts blinking to indicate that the iron
has been switched off by the safety shut-off function.
To let the iron heat up again:
- Pick up the iron or move it slightly.
- The red auto-off pilot light goes out. If the temperature of the
soleplate has dropped below the set ironing temperature, the amber
temperature pilot light goes on.
- If the amber pilot light goes on after you have moved the iron, wait
for it to go out before you start ironing.
- If the amber pilot light does not go on after you move the iron, the
soleplate still has the right temperature and the iron is ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron
cool down.
2Wipe flakes and any other deposits off the soleplate with a
damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent.
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To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid hard contact with
metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals to
clean the soleplate.
3Clean the upper part of the iron with a damp cloth.
4Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water
tank after cleaning.
Calc-clean function
You can use the calc-clean function to remove scale and impurities.
◗Use the calc-clean function once every two weeks. If the water in
your area is very hard (i.e. when flakes come out of the soleplate
during ironing), the calc-clean function should be used more
frequently.
1Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2Set the steam control to position 0.
3Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not put vinegar or other descaling agents in the water tank.
C4Select the maximum ironing temperature.
5Put the plug in the wall socket.
6Unplug the iron when the amber temperature pilot light has
gone out.
C7Hold the iron over the sink, press and hold the calc-clean
button and gently shake the iron to and fro.
Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate. Impurities and
flakes (if any) will be flushed out.
8Release the calc-clean button as soon as all the water in the
tank has been used up.
Repeat the calc-clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities.
After the calc-clean process
- Put the plug in the wall socket and let the iron heat up to allow the
soleplate to dry.
- Unplug the iron when it has reached the set ironing temperature.
- Move the hot iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any
water stains that may have formed on the soleplate.
- Let the iron cool down before you store it.
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Storage
1Make sure the appliance is unplugged and set the steam control
to position O.
C2Empty the water tank.
C3Let the iron cool down.Wind the mains cord around the cord
storage facility and fix it with the cord clip.
4Store the iron on its heel in a safe and dry place.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips
website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care
Centre in your country (you will find its phone number in the
worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in
your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service
Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common problems you could
encounter with your iron. Please read the different sections for more
details. If you are unable to solve the problem, contact the Customer
Care Centre in your country.
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Solution
Check the mains cord, the plug and
the wall socket.
Set the temperature dial to the
required position.
Fill the water tank (see chapter
'Preparing for use').
Set the steam control to a position
between 1 and 4 (see chapter 'Using
the appliance').
Select an ironing temperature that is
suitable for steam ironing (2to
MAX). Put the iron on its heel and
wait until the amber pilot light has
gone out before you start ironing.
Continue ironing in horizontal position
and wait a while before using the
(vertical) shot-of-steam function again.
Select an ironing temperature that is
suitable for steam ironing (2to
MAX). Put the iron on its heel and
wait until the amber pilot light has
gone out before you start ironing.
Press the filling cap until you hear a
click.
Rinse the water tank and do not put
any additive in the water tank.
Use the calc-clean function a few
times (see chapter 'Cleaning and
maintenance').
Move the iron slightly to deactivate
the safety shut-off function.The pilot
light goes out.
Possible cause(s)
There is a connection problem.
The temperature dial has been set to
MIN.
There is not enough water in the
water tank.
The steam control has been set to
position 0.
The iron is not hot enough and/or the
drip-stop function has been activated.
The (vertical) shot-of-steam function
has been used too often within a very
short period.
The iron is not hot enough.
The cap of the filling opening has not
been closed properly.
An additive has been poured into the
water tank.
Hard water forms flakes inside the
soleplate.
The safety shut-off function has
switched the iron off (see chapter
'Features').
Problem
The iron is plugged in but the soleplate
is cold.
No steam.
No shot of steam or no vertical shot of
steam (specific types only).
Water droplets drip onto the fabric.
Flakes and impurities come out of the
soleplate during ironing.
The red pilot light blinks (type GC3135
only).
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