Philips GC1830 User manual

GC1830, GC1820, GC1815, GC1814
GC1720, GC1710, GC1705, GC1703, GC1702, GC1701

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ENGLISH 6
DEUTSCH 12
FRANÇAIS 18
NEDERLANDS 24
ESPAÑOL 30
ITALIANO 36
PORTUGUÊS 42
NORSK 48
SVENSKA 54
SUOMI 60
DANSK 66
 72
TÜRKÇE 78
GC1830, GC1820, GC1815, GC1814, GC1720, GC1710, GC1705, GC1703, GC1702, GC1701

General description
ASpray nozzle (GC1830/1820/1815/1814/1720/1705)
BFilling opening
CSteam control
O = no steam
l= moderate steam
;= maximum steam
x= Calc-Clean function
DSpray button T(GC1830/1820/1815/1814/1720/1705)
ESteam boost 9(GC1830/1820/1815/1814)
FAutomatic shut-off light (GC1830 only)
GTemperature light
HMains cord
IAnticalc tablet (GC1830/1820 only)
JType plate
KWater tank
LTemperature dial
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.
◗Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
◗Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or
if the appliance has been dropped or is leaking.
◗Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
◗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 appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.
◗Never immerse the iron and the stand, if provided, 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 O, put the iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
◗Always place and use the iron and the stand, if provided, on a stable, level and horizontal
surface.
◗This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
1Remove 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.
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Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
1Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (fig. 2).
3Tilt the iron backwards.
4Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level (fig. 3).
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water
tank.
◗If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an equal amount of
distilled water or to use distilled water only.
Setting the temperature
1Put the iron on its heel.
2Set the required ironing temperature by turning the temperature dial to the appropriate
position (fig. 4).
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:
1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
1Silk
2Wool
3Cotton, linen
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 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.
4When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before you start ironing (fig. 5).
The temperature 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').
3After the temperature light has gone out, set the steam control to the appropriate steam
position. Make sure that the steam setting you select is suitable for the ironing temperature
selected: (fig. 6).
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lfor moderate steam (temperature settings 2to 3)
;for maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX)
The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
Ironing without steam
1Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
2Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing for use', section
'Setting the temperature').
Features
Spray function (specific types only)
You can use the spray function to remove stubborn creases at any temperature.
1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
2Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed (fig. 7).
Steam boost (specific types only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3and MAX.
1Press and release the steam boost button (fig. 8).
Wait a while before using the button again to avoid spluttering.
Never direct the steam at people.
Vertical steam boost (GC1830/GC1820/GC1815/GC1814 only)
1The steam boost function can also be used when you are holding the iron in vertical
position.This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains, etc (fig. 9).
Never direct the steam at people.
Automatic shut-off (GC1830 only)
The electronic shut-off function automatically switches the heating element off if the iron has not
been moved for a while.
◗The auto-off light starts blinking to indicate that the iron has been switched off by the safety
shut-off function (fig. 10).
- In horizontal position, this will happen after 30 seconds.
- In vertical position, this will happen after 8 minutes.
◗To let the iron heat up again:
- Pick up the iron or move it slightly.The auto-off light goes out.
- If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before you start ironing.
- If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is ready for use.
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Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down.
2Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive
(liquid) cleaner.
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 appliance with a damp cloth.
4Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water tank after cleaning.
Double-Active Calc System (specific types only)
◗The anti-calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents.The anti-calc tablet is
constantly active and does not need replacement (fig. 11).
◗The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles.
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.
1Set the steam control to position O.
2Set the temperature dial to MAX.
3Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.
4Put the plug in the wall socket.
5Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
6Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to the Calc-Clean position x(fig. 12).
7Pull the steam control slightly upwards and gently shake the iron until all water in the tank
has been used up.
Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate. Scale (if any) will be flushed out.
8After having used the Calc-Clean function, press down the steam control while turning it to
position O.
Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the water coming out of the iron still contains scale particles.
After the Calc-Clean process
1Connect the iron to the mains to let the soleplate dry.
2Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
3Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water stains that may have
formed on the soleplate.
4Let the iron cool down before you store it.
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Cleaning the steam control needle
1Pull the steam control out of the appliance (fig. 13).
2Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle (fig. 14).
Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.
3Reinsert the steam control by placing the point of the needle exactly in the centre of the
hole and by fitting the small projection on the side of the needle into the slot (fig. 15).
4Set the steam control to position O.
Storage
1Make sure the appliance is unplugged and set the steam control to position O.
2Empty the water tank (fig. 16).
3Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility.
4Store the iron on its heel in a safe and dry place (fig. 17).
Environment
◗Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but
hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve
the environment (fig. 18).
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.
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