Philips Avent SCF293 User manual

SCF293

English................................................................................................1
Azərbaycan .....................................................................................21
Հայերեն...........................................................................................41
ქართული........................................................................................63
Қазақша ..........................................................................................85
Кыргызча..................................................................................... 106
Русский ......................................................................................... 127
Тоҷикӣ........................................................................................... 148
Türkmençe.................................................................................... 169
O’zbek........................................................................................... 190

Table of Contents
Important . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Danger � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
Warning � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
Caution � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Things to Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Getting to know the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Before rst use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preparing for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Preparing for sterilising � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Assembling the steriliser � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Using the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Sterilising � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Auto – Sterilising and Drying � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Drying � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16
Descaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Ordering accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Recycling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Guarantee and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
- English 1 -

Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and
save it for future reference�
Danger
- Never immerse the base, the power cord or the mains plug in
water or any other liquid�
- Failure to follow the descaling instructions may cause
irreparable damage�
- Never disassemble the base to avoid the risk of electric shock�
Warning
- This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they
understand the hazards involved�
- This appliance shall not be used by children� Keep the
appliance and its cord out of the reach of children�
- Children shall not play with the appliance�
- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to
the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance�
- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the power cord or the
appliance itself is damaged�
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a

persons in order to avoid a hazard�
- There are no serviceable parts inside the electric steam
steriliser� Do not attempt to open, service or repair the electric
steam steriliser yourself�
- The appliance becomes extremely hot during operation and
may cause burns if it is touched�
- English 2 -

- Beware of hot steam that comes out of the vent in the lid or
when you remove the lid� Steam can cause burns�
- Do not touch the base, the baskets and the lid during or shortly
after operation because they are very hot� Only lift the lid by its
grip�
- Never move or open the appliance when it is in use or when
the water in it is still hot�
- Never place items on top of the appliance when it is in use�
- Only use water without any additives�
- Do not put bleach or other chemicals in the appliance�
- Do not pour water over the indication on reservoir or 130 ml
water�
- Only sterilise baby bottles and other items that are suitable for
sterilisers� Check the user manual of the items you want to
sterilise, to make sure they are suitable for sterilisers�
- 

- This appliance is intended for household use only�
- Do not misuse the steriliser for other than its intended use to
avoid potential injury�
- English 3 -

Caution
- Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or

accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid�
- Do not expose the appliance to extreme heat or direct sunlight�
- Always let the appliance cool down before you move or store it�
- The accessible surfaces may become hot during use�
- Do not sterilise very small items which can fall through
the holes in the bottom of the basket�
- Never place items directly on the heating element when the
appliance is switched on�
- Do not use the appliance if it has fallen or is damaged in any
way� Take it to an authorized Philips service centre for repair�
- Always place and use the appliance on a dry, stable, level and
horizontal surface�
- Do not place the appliance on a hot surface�
- Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or
worktop on which the appliance stands�
- Always pour any remaining water out of the appliance after
use and when the appliance has cooled down�
- 
changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use�
- Environmental conditions, such as temperature and altitude,

- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children�
- Always disconnect the device from supply if it’s left
unattended�

This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding

- English 4 -



www.philips.com/welcome�

A
B
C
D
K
L
M
N PO
Q
R
J
I
G
H
F
E
130ml
ALid with grip JTongs
BSmall basket KFilter cover
CBottom plate for large basket LCord storage
DLarge basket with drip tray MFilter
EMaximum water level indicator NSterilise mode
FHeating element with water reservoir OAuto mode
GBase unit PDry mode
HPower cord Q
IAir outlet RControl knob with progress indicator
lights
- English 5 -

Things to Note
• Don’t pour water into the air outlet�
• Don’t immerse the base unit in water�
• Don't put any object under the base unit when in use,
e�g, towel, cleaning cloth etc�
130ml
• Use 130 ml water�
• Clean items to be sterilised before putting them into
the steriliser�
- English 6 -

• Disassemble all bottle parts completely and place them
in steriliser with openings pointing down to prevent

• Pour out the remaining water from large basket after
each use�
• 
• Descale the steriliser every 4 weeks�
- English 7 -

Getting to know the settings

Only place items in the steriliser which are suitable for sterilising� Do not sterilise items that

Sterilise
• Sterilise mode is for sterilising baby items�
• A sterilising cycle takes approximately 10 minutes�
• Heating up takes approximately 4 minutes and
sterilising takes approximately 6 minutes�
• Make sure to pour exactly 130 ml water directly into
the water reservoir of the base �
Auto
• Auto mode is for sterilising and drying baby items in
one go�
• An auto cycle takes approximately 40 minutes�
• When you use the “Auto” mode, the appliance starts

The sterilising cycle takes approximately 10 minutes,
and the drying cycle takes approximately 30 minutes�
• Make sure to pour exactly 130 ml water directly into
the water reservoir of the base �
Dry • Dry mode is for drying baby items�
• A drying cycle takes approximately 30 minutes�
• When you dry baby items, do not add water to the
water reservoir of the base�
- English 8 -



sterilisation process with empty baskets�
1 Use a clean baby bottle and pour exactly 130 ml water directly into the water
reservoir of the base.




“Descaling”.
130ml
130ml
130ml
2 Place the large basket on the base.
3 Place the bottom plate in the large basket.
4 Place the small basket on the large basket.
- English 9 -

5 Place the lid on top of the small basket.
6 Put the plug in the wall socket.
7 Turn the on/o button to “Sterilise” mode. Then press it
to switch on the appliance.

or shortly after operation.
• 
appliance is sterilising�
• 

• 

the drying cycle�
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8 After the appliance has cooled down completely, remove the lid, the small basket,
the bottom plate, the large basket and wipe them dry.


9 Let the appliance cool down completely for approximately 10 minutes before you
use it again.


- English 10 -

Preparing for use
Preparing for sterilising
Before you put the items to be sterilised in the steriliser, clean them thoroughly in the
dishwasher or clean them by hand with hot water and liquid dishwashing detergent�
Assembling the steriliser
There are several ways to assemble the steriliser�
1 With only the small basket on the base to sterilise small
items such as soothers.
2 With only the large basket on the base to sterilise
medium-sized items such as breast pump parts, toddler
plates or toddler cutlery.
3 With the large basket and the small basket on the base to
sterilise up to six 330 ml bottles. Place the bottles upside
down in the large basket and place the bottle dome caps,
screw rings and teats in the small basket.


the screw rings.



up with water.
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Using the appliance
Sterilising
The steriliser’s thorough and chemical-free cleaning will keep its contents sterile for up to
24 hours with the lid on� After sterilisation, the water left on the baby items is sterile and
will not collect germs�
1 Pour water directly into the water reservoir of the base (see section “Before rst
use”).
2 Assemble the steriliser (see section “Assembling the steriliser”) and place the items
to be sterilised in it.
3 Place the lid on top of the small or large basket.
4 Put the plug in the wall socket.
5 Turn the on/o button to “Sterilise” mode. Then press it
to switch on the appliance.

or shortly after operation.


• 
appliance is sterilising�
• 

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6 Remove the lid.
Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you remove the lid�
Be careful� Hot steam may come out of the steriliser�
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7 Remove the bottles and other items from the basket. Use the tongs to remove the
smaller items.
Be careful� The sterilised items may still be hot�

items.
8 Unplug the appliance and wait until the appliance has cooled down completely.
9 Remove the small basket and large basket.





10 Detach the bottom plate from the large basket. Pour out any remaining water
from the large basket drip tray and clean it (see section “Cleaning”).
11 Pour out any remaining water from the water reservoir and wipe it dry.



1 Pour water directly into the water reservoir of the base (see section “Before rst
use”).
2 Assemble the steriliser (see section “Assembling the steriliser”) and place the items
to be sterilised in it.



3 Place the lid on top of the small or large basket.
4 Put the plug in the wall socket.
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5 Turn the on/o button to “Auto” mode. Then press it to
switch on the appliance.
• 

• After that, drying will start automatically� The progress

appliance is drying�
• 


or shortly after operation.
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6 Remove the lid.
7 Remove the bottles and other items from the basket. Use the tongs to remove the
smaller items.
Be careful� The sterilised items may still be hot�

items.


8 Unplug the appliance and wait until the appliance has cooled down completely.
9 Remove the small basket and large basket.


10 Detach the bottom plate from the large basket. Pour out any remaining water
from the large basket drip tray and clean it (see section “Cleaning”).
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Drying
1 Assemble the steriliser (see section “Assembling the steriliser”) and place the items
to be dried in it.



2 Place the lid on top of the small or large basket.
3 Put the plug in the wall socket.
4 Turn the on/o button to “Dry” mode. Then press it to
switch on the appliance.
• Drying will start after about 30 seconds� The appliance
warms up to produce warm air to dry items�
• 
show the appliance is drying�
• 


or shortly after operation.
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5 Remove the lid.
6 Remove the bottles and other items from the basket. Use the tongs to remove the
smaller items.
Be careful� The dried items may still be hot�



7 Unplug the appliance and wait until the appliance has cooled down completely.
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Cleaning
Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents (e�g� bleach) or a scouring pad to
clean this appliance�
Never immerse the base and the power cord in water or any other liquid�


1 Always unplug the appliance and let it cool down before you clean it.
2 Clean the base with a moist cloth.
3 Detach the bottom plate from the large basket.
Pour out any remaining water from the large basket drip tray.

Pour out the remaining water from the large basket after each use.
4 Clean the lid, the small basket, the bottom plate and the large basket in hot
water with some liquid dishwashing detergent.


1 Detach the lter cover from the base.
2 Take out the lter and clean it under tap water.
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3 Let the lter air dry thoroughly. Put it back to the base and close the lter cover.


Descaling
The sterilisation process is extremely important to ensure the most hygienic standards for
your baby� Limescale deposits can slow down the sterilisation cycle and even impair its

Limescale is the hard and chalky deposit� Depending on the water type in your area,

brownish stains� The harder the water, the faster scale builds up� It builds up in appliances
as the residue of minerals naturally contained in water, which fail to evaporate when water
is heated� Although it is not harmful as such, it is unsightly, hard to clean and can impair the
operation of appliances or damage their components if allowed to build up�

1 Pour 90 ml of white vinegar (5% acetic acid) and 30ml of
water into the water reservoir.
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2 Place the small basket on the base. Place the lid on top of
the small basket.
3 Turn the on/o button to “Sterilise” mode. Then press it
to switch on the appliance.

from splashing out.
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4 Let the appliance operate for 5minutes, and then switch it o.
Press the on/o button to switch o the appliance.
5 min
5 Empty the water reservoir and rinse it thoroughly. If you still see traces of scale,
remove it by sponge. Rinse again and wipe the base with a damp cloth.
6 Rinse the small basket and lid as well to remove vinegar solution.


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