Philips GC9040/02 User Manual page 12

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Problem
The appliance does not
become hot.
Smoke comes out of
my new ironing system
when I switch it on.
The appliance does not
produce any steam.
 Slide the carry lock slide to the right to lock the iron onto the steam
generator.
5 With one hand, you can now easily carry the whole appliance by the
handle of the iron.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common problems you could
encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with
the information below, please contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in
your country.
Possible cause and solution
There is a connection problem. Check the mains cord, the plug and the wall
socket.
The appliance has not been switched on. Set the on/off knob to 'on'.
The set temperature is too low. Set a higher temperature.
Some parts of the appliance have been lightly greased in the factory and
may initially give off some smoke when heated. This phenomenon is perfectly
normal and ceases after a short while
There is not enough water in the water tank. Fill the water tank.
The steam generator has not heated up sufficiently. Wait approx. 2 minutes.
The set ironing temperature is too low for steam ironing. Select a
temperature of 2 or higher.
The water tank is not placed properly in the steam generator. Place the water
tank properly in the steam generator ('click').