Philips Mistral GC2425 User manual

Mistral
GC2425, GC2420, GC2415, GC2330, GC2326, GC2325,
GC2320, GC2315, GC2310, GC2305

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DEUTSCH 14
FRANÇAIS 23
ITALIANO 32
GC2425, GC2420, GC2415, GC2330, GC2326, GC2325, GC2320, GC2315, GC2310, GC2305

General description
ASpray nozzle
BFilling cap (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)
CShot-of-steam button (GC2425/2420/2415/
GC2330/2326/2325/2320/2315/2310 only)
DSpray button T
ESteam control
- O= no steam
- Á= minimum steam
- q= moderate steam
(GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)
- w= maximum steam
- 1= Calc-Clean function
FExtra-steam function (GC2305 only)
GTemperature light
HAutomatic shut-off light (GC2425/GC2330 only)
ITemperature dial
JMains cord
KType plate
LAnti-calc tablet
MWater tank
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 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.
◗Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids
or other chemicals in the water tank.
◗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.
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◗Place and use the iron on a stable ironing board or table.
◗If a stand is provided with the appliance, ensure that the stand is
placed on a stable surface.
◗This appliance is intended for household use only.
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 (specific types only).
C4Tilt the iron and fill the water tank up to maximum level.
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
5Close the filling cap (click!) (specific types 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.
Setting the temperature
◗The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first
time.This will cease after a short while.
C1Put the iron on its heel and set 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
- 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.
2Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
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3When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before
you start ironing.
BThe temperature light will go on from time to time during ironing.
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)
(specific types only).
-Èfor maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX).
BSteaming will start as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
GC2415/2320/2315/2310/2305 only:
Water may leak from the soleplate if the set temperature is too low
(MIN to 2).
Ironing without steam
1Set the steam control to position O(= no steam).
2Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See 'Setting the temperature'.
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.
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Extra Steam (GC2305 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 (specific types 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.
Vertical Shot of Steam (specific types 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 (GC2425/2420/GC2330/2326/2325 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.
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Automatic shut-off (GC2425/GC2330 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
automatic shut-off light will start blinking.
To heat up the iron again: pick it up or move it slightly.The automatic
shut-off light will go out.
1If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before
you start ironing.
2If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is ready for
use.
Cleaning and maintenance
Double-Active Calc System
C◗The anti-calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents.
The tablet is constantly active and does not need to be replaced.
◗The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles.
Calc-Clean function
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.
2Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank..
C3Set the temperature dial to MAX.
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
position 1(Calc-Clean).The steam control knob will spring up
slightly.
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