User manual PHILIPS GC 4860

[. . . ] - Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron. - The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. - 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 0, put the iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. - Always place and use the iron on a stable, level and horizontal surface. [. . . ] However, ironing at low temperatures without Steam with the Ionic DeepSteam function switched on will not damage the iron. Note:The Ionic DeepSteam output may vary from time to time, depending on the ironing temperature. Features spray function You can use the spray function at any temperature to moisten the article to be ironed. 2 Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed. Steam boost function A steam boost from the special Steam Tip soleplate helps remove stubborn creases. The steam boost enhances the distribution of steam into every part of your garment. The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. Vertical steam boost 1 You can also use the steam boost function when you hold the iron in vertical position. This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc. Drip stop This iron is equipped with a drip-stop function: the iron automatically stops producing steam when the temperature is too low, to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate. Automatic shut-off function (specific types only) The automatic shut-off function automatically switches off the iron if it has not been moved for a while. , The red auto-off light flashes to indicate that the iron has been switched off by the automatic shut-off function. To let the iron heat up again: 1 Pick up the iron or move it slightly. , If the temperature of the soleplate has dropped below the set ironing temperature, the amber temperature light goes on. 2 If the amber temperature light goes on after you have moved the iron, wait for it to go out before you start ironing. Note: If the amber temperature light does not go on after you move the iron, the soleplate still has the right temperature and the iron is ready for use. Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning 1 Set the steam control to position 0, remove the plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. 2 Wipe flakes and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals to clean the soleplate. double-active Calc system - The Anti-Calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents. Using the Calc-Clean function Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. When flakes come out of the soleplate during ironing), use the Calc-Clean function more frequently. [. . . ] Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light has gone out before you use the steam boost function. You have used the steam boost function too often within a very short period. You have used the steam boost function at a temperature setting below 3. Water drips from the soleplate after the iron has cooled down or has been stored. [. . . ]