Philips GC8261 User manual

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benet
from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.
com/welcome.
The powerful pressurised ironing system produces non-stop steam to
make ironing easier.Thanks to the large water tank, you can iron without
interruption. When the water tank is empty, you can detach it and rell it
immediately.
We hope you enjoy using this ironing system.
General description (Fig. 1)
ASupply hose
BHandle (GC8261/GC8260 only: with soft grip)
CTemperature dial
DSteam trigger
ETemperature light
FSteam lock
GShot-of-steam button (GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only)
HSoleplate
ISafe storage lock (GC8261/GC8260 only)
JIron stand
KDetachable water tank
LCord & hose storage hook
MCalc-Clean rinsing cap
NFilling opening
OWater tank release lever
PSteam generator
QOn/off button with power-on light (GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/
GC8220 only)
RTransport handgrip
S Water tank rell light (GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only)
TCalc-Clean light (GC8261/GC8260 only)
UMains cord
VSteam buttons (+/-) (GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only)
WSteam generator control panel with steam light (GC8261/GC8260/
GC8225/GC8220 only)
p= maximum steam
[= moderate steam
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a= no steam
XOn/off switch with power-on light (GC8210 only)
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for
future reference.
Danger
Never immerse the iron or the steam generator in water.
Warning
Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the
local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
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Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord, the supply hose or
the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been
dropped or leaks.
If the mains cord or the supply hose is damaged, you must have it
replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly
qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the
mains.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Do not let the mains cord and supply hose come into contact with the
hot soleplate of the iron.
If steam escapes from under the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the
appliance heats up, switch off the appliance and tighten the Calc-Clean
rinsing cap. If steam continues to escape when the appliance heats up,
switch off the appliance and contact a service centre authorised by
Philips.
Never remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the steam generator
is hot.
Do not use any other cap on the steam generator than the Calc-Clean
rinsing cap that has been supplied with the appliance, as this cap also
functions as a safety valve.
Caution
Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
Check the mains cord and the supply hose regularly for possible
damage.
Always place and use the iron and the steam generator on a stable,
level and horizontal surface.
The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause
burns if touched.
When you have nished ironing, when you clean the appliance, when
you ll or empty the water tank and also when you leave the appliance
even for a short while: put the iron on the iron stand, switch off the
appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
Rinse the steam generator regularly according to the instructions in
chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’.
This appliance is intended for household use only.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientic evidence
available today.
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Before rst use
Note: The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the rst time. This
is normal and stops after a short while.
Note: Some particles may come out of the soleplate when you use the iron for
the rst time. This is normal; the particles are harmless and stop coming out of
the iron after a short while.
Note:When you switch on the appliance, the steam generator may produce a
pumping sound. This is normal; the sound tells you that water is pumped into
the steam generator.
1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and clean
the soleplate with a soft cloth.
Preparing for use
1 Place the steam generator on a stable and level surface, e.g. on the
hard part of the ironing board or on a table.
Filling the detachable water tank
You can ll the water tank at any time during use.
Do not put hot water, perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing
aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
Do not overll the water tank, otherwise water may spill out of the
lling opening when you reinsert the water tank.
1 Remove the detachable water tank from the steam generator.
2 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the MAX indication.
Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an
equal amount of distilled water.
3 Slide the water tank rmly back into the steam generator (‘click’).
Note: If the water tank is not properly placed, the iron does not produce any
steam.
Water tank rell light (GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only)
When the water tank is empty, the water tank rell light starts ashing and
steam ironing is no longer possible.
1 Remove the water tank and ll it.
2 Put the water tank back into the steam generator.
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Setting the temperature
1 Check the laundry care label of the article to be ironed to determine
the required ironing temperature.
1for synthetic fabrics ( e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide) and silk
2for wool
3for cotton
MAX for linen
2 To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial
to the appropriate position.
3 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
4 Switch on the appliance.
GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only: Press the on/off button
once.
The power-on light of the on/off button goes on.
The temperature light on the iron goes on.When the iron has
reached the set temperature, the temperature light goes out.
Note: During ironing, the temperature light goes on from time to time. This
indicates that the iron is heating up to the set temperature.
The steam light starts ashing. After approx. 2 minutes, the steam
light stays on continuously to indicate that the steam generator is
ready for steam ironing.
GC8210 only: Set the on/off switch to ‘on’.
The power-on light in the on/off switch goes on.
The temperature light on the iron goes on.When the iron has
reached the set temperature, the temperature light goes out.
Note: During ironing, the temperature light goes on from time to time. This
indicates that the iron is heating up to the set temperature.
After approx. 2 minutes, the steam generator is ready for steam
ironing.
Tips
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 is not
visible when you wear or use the article.
If the fabric consists of various kinds of bres, always select the
temperature required by the most delicate bre, i.e. the lowest
temperature. For example: if a fabric consists of 60% polyester and 40%
cotton, it must be ironed at the temperature indicated for polyester (
1) and without steam.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature,
i.e. those made of synthetic materials.
If you set a lower temperature during ironing, wait until the iron has
cooled down to the set temperature before you continue ironing.To
make the iron cool down faster, simply press the steam trigger or iron
a piece of cloth.
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Using the appliance
Steam ironing
The supply hose may become hot during a long ironing session.
Note:The system may occasionally produce a pumping sound during steam
ironing. This is normal and tells you that water is pumped into the steam
generator.
1 Make sure there is enough water in the water tank.
2 Make sure the appliance is plugged in and switched on (see chapter
‘Preparing for use’).
3 Set the required ironing temperature (see chapter ‘Preparing for
use’).
Steam ironing is only possible at ironing temperatures higher than 2.
4 GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only: Set the required steam
setting with the + and - buttons on the steam generator control
panel.
pfor maximum steam (temperature setting MAX).
[for moderate steam (temperature settings 3to MAX).
]for minimum steam (temperature settings 2to MAX).
afor no steam (temperature settings 1to MAX).
The steam light ashes to indicate that the steam generator is
heating up.
After approx. 2 minutes, the steam light stays on continuously to
indicate that the steam generator is ready for steam ironing.
Note: During ironing, you can adjust the steam setting with the + and - steam
buttons. It takes a few moments before the amount of steam is adjusted.
5 Press the steam trigger to start steam ironing.
When you put down the iron during ironing, put it on its heel or on the
iron stand.
The opening and closing of the steam valve in the steam generator
causes a clicking sound.This is normal.
Steam lock function
The steam lock allows you to steam iron non-stop without having to press
the steam activator continuously.
When you slide the steam lock forwards, the iron produces steam
continuously.To stop steaming, slide the steam lock backwards.
When the steam lock is deactivated, the iron only produces steam
when you press the steam trigger.
Note: Release the steam lock when you put the iron on its heel or on the iron
stand. This prevents that hot steam escapes from the iron or that the iron
stand gets wet.
Vertical steaming
Never direct the steam at people.
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1 Hold the iron in vertical position and press the steam trigger to
steam iron hanging curtains and clothes (jackets, suits, coats).
Shot of steam (GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
1 Set the temperature dial to a position between 3and MAX.
2 Press the shot-of-steam button.
Note: Use the shot-of-steam function intermittently. If water droplets come out
of the soleplate, let the iron heat up for at least one minute before you use the
shot-of-steam function again.
Ironing without steam
There are one or two ways to iron without steam:
All types: Simply start ironing without pressing the steam trigger.
GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only: Select steam setting a(no
steam) and start ironing.
Tips
When you steam iron woollen fabrics, shiny patches may occur.To
prevent this, use a dry pressing cloth or turn the article inside out and
iron the reverse side.
Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric
to prevent shiny patches.
Iron velvet and other fabrics that tend to acquire shiny patches in one
direction only (along with the nap) while you apply very little pressure.
Do not use steam when you iron coloured silk.This could cause stains.
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Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
1 Put the iron on the iron stand (see chapter ‘Storage’) and switch
off the appliance.
2 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the appliance
cool down.
3 Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp
cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner.
4 Clean the upper part of the iron and the outside of the steam
generator with a moist cloth.
5 Empty the water tank after cleaning.
Calc-Clean function
Never remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap when the steam generator is
hot.
VERY IMPORTANT: Rinse the steam generator once a month or after
every 10 times of use, to prevent damage to the appliance and for
optimal steaming performance.
1 Unplug the appliance and let it cool down for 2 hours.
2 Remove the detachable water tank.
3 Hold the steam generator with both hands and shake well.
4 Turn the steam generator on its side with the Calc-Clean rinsing cap
facing upwards, and remove the Calc-Clean rinsing cap.
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5 Empty the steam generator into the sink.
6 Fill the steam generator with fresh water and shake again.
7 Empty the steam generator into the sink again.
8 Repeat steps 6 & 7 twice to obtain the best result.
9 Screw the Calc-Clean rinsing cap tightly back onto the steam
generator.
Calc-Clean light (GC8261/GC8260 only)
1 The Calc-Clean light ashes for 30 seconds when it is time to rinse
the steam generator.
The steam generator does not heat up during these 30 seconds.
2 Switch off the appliance immediately and let it cool down.
Do not use the Calc-Clean function when the steam generator is hot.
3 Use the Calc-Clean function as described above.
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Storage
Always let the appliance cool down before you store it.
1 GC8261/GC8260 only: Insert the tip of the iron into the safe storage
lock on the stand.
2 GC8261/GC8260 only: Press down the back of the iron rmly
(‘click’).
3 Empty the water tank.
4 Pull out the cord & hose storage hook.
5 Secure the supply hose and mains cord.
6 To move the appliance, carry it by the handgrips on either side of the
steam generator.
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Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste
at the end of its life, but hand it in at an ofcial collection point for
recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
Guarantee & service
If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit
the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer
Care Centre in your country (you nd its phone number in the worldwide
guarantee leaet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go
to your local Philips dealer.
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, contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.
Problem Cause Solution
The appliance does
not become hot.
There is a connection problem. Check the mains cord, the plug and
the wall socket.
You have not switched on the appliance. GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220:
Press the on/off button. GC8210: set
the on/off switch to ‘on’.
The set temperature is too low. Set a higher temperature.
Smoke comes out
of my new iron
when I switch it on.
Some parts of the appliance have been
lightly greased in the factory and may
initially give off some smoke when heated.
This phenomenon is normal and
ceases after a short while.
The iron does not
produce any steam.
There is not enough water in the water
tank.
Fill the water tank. See chapter
‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Filling the
detachable water tank’.
The steam generator has not heated up
sufciently.
Wait approx. 2 minutes. GC8261/
GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only:
wait until the steam light stays on
continuously.
The set ironing temperature is too low
for steam ironing.
Set a temperature of 2or higher.
GC8261/GC8260/GC8225/GC8220 only:
You have set steam setting a(no steam). Set steam setting ](minimum
steam), [(moderate steam) or p
(maximum steam).
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Problem Cause Solution
You have not placed the water
tank properly in the steam generator.
Place the water tank properly in the
steam generator (‘click’).
When the iron is set to a very high
temperature, the steam produced is
dry and hardly visible. It is even less
visible when the ambient temperature is
relatively high and it is entirely invisible
when the temperature is set to MAX.
Set the iron to a lower temperature,
e.g. 2, to check if the iron actually
produces steam.
Water droplets
come out of the
soleplate.
The set temperature is too low for steam
ironing.
Set a temperature of 2or higher.
When you start steam ironing and when
you stop steam ironing for a while, the
steam still present in the supply hose
cools down and condenses into water.
This causes water droplets to come out
of the soleplate.
This is normal.When you start
ironing or when you continue
ironing after an interruption, hold
the iron over an old cloth and press
the steam trigger.Wait until steam
instead of water comes out of the
soleplate.
Flakes and impurities
come out of the
soleplate or the
soleplate is dirty.
Impurities or chemicals present in the
water have deposited in the steam vents
and/or on the soleplate.
Clean the soleplate with a damp
cloth.
The appliance
produces a pumping
sound.
Water is pumped into the steam
generator.
This is normal.
The pumping sound does not stop. Unplug the iron immediately and
contact an authorised Philips service
centre.
The iron produces
steam continuously.
The steam lock has been set to ‘on’. Set the steam lock to ‘off’ if you only
want to obtain steam when you
press the steam trigger (see section
‘Steam lock function’).
Dirty water comes
out of the soleplate.
Too much scale and minerals have
accumulated inside the steam generator.
Rinse the steam generator. See
chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’.
Steam escapes from
under the Calc-
Clean rinsing cap
when the appliance
heats up.
You have not tightened the Calc-clean
rinsing cap properly.
Switch off the appliance, tighten the
Calc-Clean rinsing cap and switch
on the appliance again. If steam
continues to escape when the
appliance is heating up, switch off the
appliance and contact a service
centre authorised by Philips.
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Problem Cause Solution
The iron does not
produce enough
steam/the amount
of steam decreases
and increases during
steam ironing.
When the appliance pumps water into
the steam generator, the steam amount
sometimes decreases.This is probably
when you think that the iron does not
produce enough steam. However, this is
a normal phenomenon and the steam
output normalises within a few seconds.
To optimise the steam output,
release the steam lock when you do
not need steam and when you put
down the iron.
Wet spots appear
on the fabric during
ironing.
The wet spots that appear on the fabric
after you have steam ironed for some
time may be caused by steam that has
condensed onto the ironing board. Iron
the wet spots without steam for some
time to dry them. If the underside of the
ironing board is wet, wipe it with a piece
of dry cloth.
To prevent steam from condensing
onto the ironing board, use an
ironing board with a wire mesh top.
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only:Water droplets
come out of the
soleplate when I use
the shot-of-steam
function.
Steam may have condensed in the hose,
the temperature may have been set
below 3or the appliance may not be
ready for steam ironing.
Make sure the temperature is set to
3or higher. Steam iron for a few
seconds before you use the shot-of-
steam function.
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