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What type of water can I use in my Philips steam iron or steamer?
Using the right type of water helps prolong your Philips Garment Steamer or Steam Iron's
lifespan. Please read on to learn some tips and tricks.
Water type to use
Your steam iron or garment steamer has been designed to be used with tap water. However, if
you live in an area with hard water, fast scale build-up may occur.
Therefore, to prolong the lifespan of your iron or steamer it is recommended that you use
distilled or demineralised water (50% demineralised water mixed with tap water can also be
used).
Please do not use perfumed water, water from the tumble dryer, vinegar, starch, descaling agents,
ironing aids, chemically descaled water or other chemicals as they may cause water spitting,
brown staining or damage to your steam iron or garment steamer.
To perfume your clothes, we recommend that you choose one of the following options:
• Using perfumed washing softener
• Using essential oils (aromas) during washing
• Spraying perfumed water after ironing or steaming
How do I descale my Philips Steam Iron?
To find your Philips Steam Iron's model and follow the correct descaling routine below (not for
steam generators), you can check your User Manual or see the model number (e.g., DST8050/26,
GC4909/60) below the soleplate, as the following image demonstrates.
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Summary of Contents for Philips Azur GC45 Series
- Page 1 • Spraying perfumed water after ironing or steaming How do I descale my Philips Steam Iron? To find your Philips Steam Iron's model and follow the correct descaling routine below (not for steam generators), you can check your User Manual or see the model number (e.g., DST8050/26,...
- Page 2 Over time, your appliance can build up scale. The harder the water in your area, the faster scale impurities develop and solidify. Descaling your Philips Steam Iron every 1-2 months can prevent brown stains, brown water and leaking. Regular cleaning keeps steam output at its highest and extends the lifetime of your appliance.
- Page 3 Below information apply only to: Azur Performer Plus (GC4501, GC4510, GC4511, GC4512, GC4513, GC4514, GC4520, GC4521, GC4522, GC4523) | Azur Pro (GC4880, GC4884, GC4885). 1. Unplug the iron and make sure that the iron is cool. 2. Lie the iron flat and push up the Quick Calc Release lock at the back of your iron. 3.
- Page 4 How can I clean the soleplate of my Philips Steam/Dry Iron? Published on 17 February 2023 Find out in our article below how to easily clean the soleplate of your Philips Steam Iron, Dry Iron or Steam Generator when it has a stain or fabric stuck to it.
- Page 5 How to clean the water tank of my Philips Steam Iron? Published on 28 December 2022 It is very easy to clean your Philips Steam Iron's water tank. Please read the instructions below. Cleaning the water tank of your iron Follow the steps below to clean the water tank of your Philips Steam Iron: 1) Fill the water tank halfway with warm water and shake it carefully.
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