Ironing Without Steam - Philips GC3300 SERIES User Manual

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 Set the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam setting is suitable for the set
ironing temperature: (Fig. 7)
- 1 - 2 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to 3)
- 3 - 4 for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX)
Note: The iron starts to produce steam as soon as it has reached the set temperature.
Note: If the selected ironing temperature is too low (MIN to 2), water may drip from the soleplate (see
chapter 'Features', section 'Drip stop').

Ironing without steam

1 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. ).
 Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing for use', section 'Setting
the temperature').
Features
spray function
You can use the spray function at any temperature to moisten the article to be ironed. This helps
remove stubborn creases.
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
 Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed (Fig. 8).
steam boost
A powerful steam boost helps to remove very stubborn creases.
The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 2 and MAX.
1 Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 9).
Concentrated steam boost from the special Steam Tip (specific types only)
The concentrated steam boost from the long vents in the Steam Tip enhances the distribution of
steam into every part of your garment. The concentrated steam boost function can only be used at
temperature settings between 2 and MAX.
1 Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 10).
vertical steam boost
You can also use the steam boost function when you hold the iron in vertical position. This is useful
for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.
1 Hold the iron in vertical position and press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 11).
Never direct the steam at people.
Drip stop (specific types only)
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 sound.
Automatic shut-off function (specific types only)
The automatic shut-off function automatically switches off the iron if it has not been moved for a
while.
The red auto-off indication of the temperature light flashes to indicate that the iron has been
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switched off by the automatic shut-off function (Fig. 6).