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General description (Fig. 1)
Spray nozzle
A
Filling opening
B
Spray button T
C
Steam control
D
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O = no steam
-
q = moderate steam
-
w = maximum steam
-
x = Calc-Clean function
Extra-steam function (GC1630/GC1621/
E
GC1620)
Electronic safety shut-off function (GC1630
F
only)
Temperature dial
G
Temperature light
H
Mains cord
I
Type plate
J
Anti-calc tablet
K
Water tank
L
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.
If the appliance is provided with an earthed
,
plug, it must be plugged into 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 appliance unattended when it
,
is connected to the mains.
Never immerse the iron and the stand, if
,
provided, in water.
This appliance is not intended for use by
,
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
,
they do not play with the appliance.
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.
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.
Always place and use the iron and the stand,
,
if provided, on a stable, level and horizontal
surface.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling
,
agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the
water tank.
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
423900057945
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.
2
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.
Note:The iron may give off some smoke when you
use it for the first time. This will cease after a short
while.
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
1
Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2
Set the steam control to position O (= no
steam) (Fig. 2).
3
Tilt the iron backwards.
4
Fill the water tank with tap water up to the
maximum level. (Fig. 3)
Do not fill the tank beyond the MAX indication.
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.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling
agents, ironing additives, chemically descaled
water or other chemicals in the water tank.
Setting the temperature
1
Put the iron on its heel.
2
Set the required ironing temperature
by turning the temperature dial to the
appropriate position (Fig. 4).
Check the laundry care label for the required
ironing temperature:
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1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon,
polyamide, polyester)
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1 Silk
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2 Wool
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3 Cotton, linen
If you do not know what kind(s) of fabric(s) 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.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest
ironing temperature, such as those made of
synthetic fibres.
3
Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
4
When the temperature light has gone out,
wait a while before you start ironing (Fig. 5).
The temperature light will go on from time to time
during ironing.
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
1
Make sure that there is enough water in the
water tank.
2
Select the recommended ironing temperature
(see chapter 'Preparing for use', section
'Setting the temperature').
3
After the temperature light has gone out, set
the steam control to the appropriate steam
position. Make sure that the steam setting you
select is suitable for the ironing temperature
selected: (Fig. 6)
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q for moderate steam (temperature settings
2 to MAX)
-
w for maximum steam (temperature settings
3 to MAX)
Note:The iron will start steaming as soon as the set
temperature has been reached.
Ironing without steam
1
Set the steam control to position O (= no
steam).
2
Select the recommended ironing temperature
(see chapter 'Preparing for use', section
'Setting the temperature').
Features
Spray function
You can use the spray function to remove stubborn
creases at any temperature.
1
Make sure that there is enough water in the
water tank.
2
Press the spray button several times to
moisten the article to be ironed (Fig. 7).
Extra steam (GC1630/GC1621/GC1620)
This function provides extra steam to remove very
stubborn creases.
The extra-steam function only works at
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temperature settings between 3 and
MAX.
1
Set the steam control to position w (=
maximum steam). (Fig. 8)
2
Press and hold the steam control for a
maximum of 5 seconds (Fig. 9).
3
Release the steam control and wait at least
1 minute before using this function again
to prevent water from dripping out of the
soleplate.
Electronic safety shut-off function
(GC1630 only)
The electronic safety shut-off function automatically
switches off the iron if it has not been moved for
a while.
The auto-off light starts blinking to indicate
,
that the iron has been switched off by the
safety shut-off function (Fig. 10).
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In horizontal position, this will happen after 30
seconds.
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In vertical position, this will happen after 8
minutes.
To let the iron heat up again:
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Pick up the iron or move it slightly.
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The auto-off light goes out and the
temperature light goes on.
-
When the temperature light has gone out and
goes on again, the iron is ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
1
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket
and let the iron cool down.
2
Wipe scale and any other deposits off the
soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-
abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent.
To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid
hard contact with metal objects. Never use a
scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals to clean
the soleplate.
3
Clean the upper part of the iron with a damp
cloth.
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