Philips Mistral GC2225 User manual

Mistral
GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125, GC2120,
GC2115, GC2110, GC2105
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GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125, GC2120, GC2115, GC2110, GC2105

Important
Read these instructions for use carefully and look at the illustrations
before you start using the appliance.
Save these instructions for use for future reference.
◗Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to
the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
◗Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the mains.
◗This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.
◗Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
◗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.
◗If the mains cord of this appliance is damaged, it must always be
replaced by Philips or a service centre authorised by Philips in
order to avoid hazardous situations.
◗Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way.
◗This appliance is intended for household use only.
General description (fig. 1)
ATemperature control dial
BSteam control dial
O= no steam
Á= minimum steam
q= moderate steam (types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130,
GC2125, GC2120 only)
w= maximum steam
x= Calc-Clean function
CSpray button 8
DSpray nozzle
ETemperature indicator
FFilling cap
GWater filling opening
HWater tank
IType plate
JCord
KExtra Steam function (press steam control dial) (type GC2105)
LTemperature pilot light/Auto-off pilot light (types GC2225, GC2130
only)
MShot of steam button 9(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215,
GC2130, GC2125, GC2120, GC2115, GC2110 only)
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Before first use
1Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to
the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
C2Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
3Heat up the iron to maximum temperature and pass the iron
over a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any
residues from the soleplate.
The 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
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
C2Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
3Open the filling cap.
(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125, and GC2120
only)
4Tilt the iron.
C5Use a measuring cup to fill the water tank up to maximum
level.
6Close the filling cap (click!).
(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125, and GC2120
only)
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled
water. Do not use vinegar, starch or chemically descaled water.
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Setting the temperature
1Put the iron on its heel.
C2Set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature
by turning it to the appropriate position.
- Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature.
-1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
-1Silk
-2Wool
-3Cotton, linen
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- If you do not know what kind of fabric(s) a garment is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will
be invisible when you wear the garment.
- Silk, woollen and synthetic materials; iron the reverse side of the
fabric to prevent shiny patches. Avoid using the spray function to
prevent stains.
3Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
4When the amber temperature light has gone out, wait a while
before you start ironing.
BThe amber pilot light will go on from time to time during ironing.
For versions with auto shut-off (types GC2225, GC2130
only) (see also 'Other features')
C◗If the automatic shut-off function has been activated (red pilot
light blinks), move the iron slightly to deactivate this function (red
pilot light stops blinking).
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
1Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See 'Setting the temperature'.
C2Set the steam control to the appropriate steam position.
-Áfor minimum steam (temperature settings 2and 3).
-Ëfor moderate steam (temperature settings 3to MAX) (Types
GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125 and GC2120 only).
-Èfor maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX).
BSteaming will start as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
Types GC2215, GC2120, GC2115, GC2110 and GC2105 only
Water may leak from the soleplate if the set temperature is too low
(MIN to 2).
GC2225, GC2220, GC2130 and GC2125 only
The iron is equipped with a drip stop system (see also 'Other features).
Ironing without steam
1Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
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2Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See 'Setting the temperature'.
Other features
Spraying
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 garment to
be ironed.
Extra Steam (type GC2105 only)
This function provides extra steam to remove really stubborn creases.
The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between
3and MAX.
C1Set the steam control to maximum position È.
C2Press and hold the Steam Control button down for max. 5
seconds.
3Wait at least 1 minute before using Extra Steam again to
prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.
Shot of Steam (GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2130, GC2125,
GC2120, GC2115 and GC2110 only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove very stubborn creases.
The Shot-of-Steam function only works at temperature settings
between 2and MAX.
C1Press and release the Shot-of-Steam button.
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Vertical Shot of Steam (types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215,
GC2130, GC2125, GC2120 and GC2115 only)
C1The Shot-of-Steam 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.
Never direct the steam towards people.
Drip Stop (types GC2225, GC2220, GC2130, GC2125 only)
This iron is equipped with a drip stop function: the iron automatically
stops steaming when the temperature is too low to prevent water
from dripping out of the soleplate.When this happens you will hear a
click.
Automatic shut-off (types GC2225, GC2130 only)
An electronic safety device will automatically switch the heating
element off if the iron has not been moved for a while.
C◗To indicate that the heating element has been switched off, the
red auto-off pilot light will start blinking.
To heat up the iron again:
1Pick up the iron or move it slightly.
2The red auto-off pilot light will go out.The amber temperature
pilot light will go on, depending on the soleplate temperature.
3If the amber pilot light goes on after the iron has been moved,
wait for it to go out before you start ironing.
4If the amber light does not go on after the iron has been
moved, the iron is ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
Calc-Clean
The Calc-Clean function removes 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.
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