User manual PHILIPS HI205

[. . . ] Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains. 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. [. . . ] It is advisable to set the steam control (B) to maximum position and to use a dry pressing cloth. ⷠWhen steam-ironing woollen fabrics, shiny patches may occur. You can prevent this by turning the article inside out and ironing the reverse side. Velvet and other fabrics which tend to acquire shiny spots should be ironed in one direction only (along with the nap) while applying very little pressure. ⷠTo prevent shiny spots, articles made of synthetic material or silk should be ironed inside out. Filling with water (for steam-ironing and spraying) - Unplug the iron before you fill it (or before you pour out the remaining water). However, if the water is very hard, it is advisable to use distilled water. do not put vinegar , starch , chemically descaled water or descaling agents in the water reservoir!- Pour water into the filling aperture to the maximum (max) level (fig. The iron is ready to be used after the amber temperature pilot light (E) has first gone off and then come on again. ⷠThe amber pilot light (E) will come on from time to time during ironing. ⷠIf you set the temperature control (A) to a lower setting after ironing at a high temperature, do not resume ironing until after the amber pilot light (E) has come on and has gone off again. If you don't wait for the light to go out again, you run the risk of scorching the fabric. For more details on how to switch on the iron, see the section headed "Setting the temperature". steam-ironing (see table) · Make sure there is enough water in the water reservoir. Water may leak from the soleplate if a too low temperature (2 or lower) has been selected. ⷠFor more details on how to switch on the iron, see the section headed "Setting the temperature". Wait at least 1 minute before applying Extra Steam again to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate. [. . . ] - From time to time clean the inside of the water reservoir by filling with water and shaking (fig. Regularly check if the mains cord is still in a good and safe condition. environment · Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. [. . . ]