Philips HI545/22 User manual

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HI545, HI535,
HI529, HI528,
HI525, HI518,
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General description (fig. 1)
ASpray nozzle
BFilling opening with cap
CTurbo-steam button 0(HI545/35/29/28/25)
DShot-of-steam button 9
ESteam control
- 0 = no steam
- 1 = minimum steam output
- 6 = maximum steam output
FSpray button 8
GAuto-stop light
HTemperature light
ITemperature dial
JSoft-touch handgrip (HI545/35/29/28/25)
KCord storage
LType plate
MWater window
NSelf-clean button
OFilling cup
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.
◗If the appliance is provided with an earthed plug, it must be
plugged into 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.
◗Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
◗This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.
◗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
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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.
◗Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids
or other chemicals in the water tank.
◗This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
1Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and
clean it with a soft cloth.
Always put the iron on a flat, stable surface to prevent the iron from
toppling over (avoid putting it too close to the edges of the ironing
board or table). Make sure that the mains cord does not obstruct any
passage.
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.
2Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam).
C3Put the iron on its heel and open the cap of the filling opening.
C4Fill 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.
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C5Close the cap of the filling opening.
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 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.
4Start ironing when the amber temperature light has first gone
out and then goes on again.
The light will go on from time to time during ironing.
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
Steam ironing is only possible at higher ironing temperatures.
1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
C2Turn the temperature dial to a position between 2and MAX.
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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 - 3 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2to 3)
- 3 - 6 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 8
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 9
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.
Wait 4-5 seconds before using the shot-of-steam function again to
avoid spluttering.
Vertical shot of steam
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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Turbo steam 0
BTypes HI545/35/29/28/25 only
The turbo-steam function helps remove difficult creases.
Only use the turbo-steam function at temperature settings between
3and MAX.
C1Press the turbo-steam button and hold it down for max.
5 seconds.
2Release the button and wait at least 1 minute before using the
turbo-steam function again.
Drip stop
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 click.
◗Set the temperature dial to a position that is suitable for steam
ironing (2to MAX). Make sure that the steam setting you select
is suitable for the ironing temperature selected (see 'Steam
ironing' in chapter 'Using the appliance').
The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been
reached.
Electronic safety shut-off function
BType HI545 only
The electronic safety shut-off function automatically switches the iron
off if it has not been moved for a while.
C◗To indicate that the heating element has been switched off, the
red auto-off light will start blinking and you will hear an audible
signal.
- When the iron is in horizontal position, this will happen after 30
seconds.
- When the iron is 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 red auto-off light goes out and the amber temperature light
goes on.
- The iron is ready for use when the light has gone out.
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