Philips GC1800 Series Manual page 7

- This appliance is intended for household use only.
electromagnetic fields (eMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on
scientific evidence available today.
Before first use
1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
 Let the iron heat up to maximum temperature and pass the iron over a piece of damp cloth
for several minutes to remove any residues from the soleplate.
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
1 Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (Fig. ).
 Tilt the iron backwards.
 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level. (Fig. )
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water
tank.
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an equal amount of
,
distilled water or to use distilled water only.
Setting the temperature
1 Put the iron on its heel.
 To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to the appropriate
position (Fig. ).
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:
1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
1 Silk
2 Wool
3 Cotton, 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 is not 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.
 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
 Let the iron heat up until the temperature light first goes out and then goes on again (Fig. 5).
Note: The temperature light goes on from time to time during ironing.
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