Philips gc650 User Manual

Thanks to its compact, lightweight design, this iron is ideal 

for quick ironing jobs or for taking it along in its handy 

pouch when you are travelling. The iron can safely be 

used at all mains voltages (110-120V/220-240V), as it 

is equipped with a voltage selector. If needed, suitable 

adapter plugs are available from Philips dealers, service 

centres, hotel receptions or hardware shops.

A

  Steam boost button

B

  Steam control

C

  Temperature-ready indicator 

D

 Cap of filling opening

E

  Filling opening

F

  Dual voltage selector

G

  Temperature control

H

  Mains cord

I

  Grip area

J

  Soleplate & button groove

Not shown: Pouch (GC651/650 only)

Not shown: Tablecloth (GC651 only) 

Read these instructions for use carefully before using the 

appliance and save them for future reference.

Check if the dual voltage selector has been set to 

the local mains voltage before you connect the 

appliance.

You can adjust the position of the dual voltage selector by 

means of a pen.

It is advisable to always reset the selector to 

position 220/240 after use. This will prevent damage 

if the iron is inadvertently connected to the wrong 

voltage.

Use an earthed adapter plug if the mains plug does 

not match the local wall socket.

Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall 

socket.

Do not connect the appliance to a wall socket 

intended for shavers.

Do not use the iron in your hotel room 

simultaneously with another high-wattage appliance 

(e.g. a hairdryer) to avoid blowing the fuse.

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 in water.

Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.

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 on a stable, level and 

horizontal surface.

This appliance is not intended for regular use.

This Philips appliance complies with all standards 

regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled

properly and in accordance with the instructions in this 

instruction manual, the appliance is safe to use according 

to scientific evidence available today.

  1 

 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the 

soleplate and clean the soleplate with a soft cloth.
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank

Make sure the appliance is unplugged and the steam 

control is set to position O (no steam). 

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  1 

 Open the cap of the filling opening. (Fig. 2)

  2 

 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the 

maximum level.  (Fig. 3)

If the tap water is very hard, we advise you to use distilled 

water.
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, 

ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.

  3 

 Close the cap of the filling opening (‘click’). (Fig. 4)

  1 

 Check the laundry care label for the required 

ironing temperature.

1

 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, 

polyester) 

1

 Silk 

2

 Wool 

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 Cotton, linen 

  2 

 Set the temperature control to the required ironing 

temperature. (Fig. 5)

  3 

 Place the iron on its heel. (Fig. 6)

  4 

 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

The temperature-ready indicator goes on to 

indicate that the iron is heating up. (Fig. 7)

  5 

 When the temperature-ready indicator has gone 

out, wait a while before you start ironing.

If the article consists of various kinds of fibres, always

select the temperature required by the most delicate 

fibre, i.e. the lowest temperature. If, for example, the

fabric consists of 60% polyester and 40% cotton, it 

should be ironed at the temperature indicated for 
polyester ( 

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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.

Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse 

side of the fabric to prevent shiny patches. 

Fabrics that tend to acquire shiny patches should be 

ironed in one direction only (along with the nap) 

while applying very little pressure.

Start ironing the articles that require the lowest 

ironing temperature, i.e. those made of synthetic 

materials. 
Using the appliance
steam ironing

  1 

 Make sure that there is enough water in the water 

tank.

  2 

 Select the required ironing temperature (see 

section ‘Setting the temperature’). (Fig. 5)

Steam ironing is only possible at temperature 
setting 

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  3 

 Set the steam control to position 

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The iron will start steaming as soon as the set 

temperature has been reached.

  1 

 Select the required ironing temperature (see 

section ‘Setting the temperature’). (Fig. 5)

  2 

 Set the steam control to position O (no steam). 

(Fig. 9)
ironing without ironing board

When you are travelling, an ironing board will often 

not be at hand. In this case, spread the tablecloth 

(GC651 only) or a folded terrycloth towel on a 

firm, flat surface. (Fig. 10)

Make sure that the surface is heat- and moisture-resistant. 

Do not use a glass or plastic surface.

This function provides extra steam to remove very

stubborn creases.

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  1 

 Make sure that there is enough water in the water 

tank.

  2 

 Select the required ironing temperature (see 

section ‘Setting the temperature’). (Fig. 5)

The steam boost function can only be used at 
temperature setting 

3

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  3 

 Press and release the steam boost button. (Fig. 11)

  1 

 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let 

the iron cool down for at least 30 minutes.

  2 

 Clean the appliance with a damp cloth.

  1 

 Set the steam control to position O (no steam).

  2 

 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. 

  3 

 Let the iron cool down for at least 30 minutes.

  4 

 Empty the water tank. (Fig. 12)

  5 

 Wind the mains cord round the appliance. (Fig. 13)

  6 

 Store the appliance in the pouch.

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. By doing this 

you will help to preserve the environment. (Fig. 14) 
guarantee & service

If you need information or if you have a problem, please 

visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact 

the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you 

will find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee

leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your

country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the 

Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and 

Personal Care BV.

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