User manual PHILIPS GC 2965

[. . . ] 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. 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. Preparing for use Filling the water tank Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank. [. . . ] Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled water. - Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature: 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 will not be visible when you wear or use the article. Note: Make sure that the steam setting you select is suitable for the set ironing temperature. 5 When the temperature light goes out, wait a while before you start ironing. Note:The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. Steam ironing 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. Note:The iron starts to produce steam as soon as it has reached the set temperature. Features Spray function You can use the spray function at any temperature to moisten the article to be ironed. Steam boost function A powerful boost of steam helps to remove very stubborn creases. The steam boost function only works at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. Vertical shot of steam You can also use the steam boost function when you hold the iron in vertical position. If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer. 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, contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country. The iron is not hot enough and/or the drip-stop function has been activated. set an ironing temperature that is suitable for steam ironing ( 2 to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you start ironing. Cause You have used the steam boost function too often within a very short period. Solution Continue ironing in horizontal position and wait a while before you use the steam boost function again. Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you use the steam boost function. Use the Calc-Clean function one or more times (see chapter `Cleaning and maintenance', section `CalcClean function'). Pick the iron up or move it slightly to deactivate the automatic shut-off function. [. . . ] Use the Calc-Clean function one or more times (see chapter `Cleaning and maintenance', section `CalcClean function'). Pick the iron up or move it slightly to deactivate the automatic shut-off function. Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you start ironing. You have used the steam boost function too often within a short period. [. . . ]