Philips Expert pressurised steam generator GC9240/02 GC9240/02 User Manual

Product codes
GC9240/02
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Introduction
This iron has been approved by The Woolmark Company Pty Ltd for 
the ironing of wool only products provided that the garments are ironed 
according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the 
manufacturer of this iron. R1101. In United Kingdom, Eire, HongKong and 
India, the Woolmark trademark is a Certification trademark.
General description (Fig. 1)
Important
Read the separate important information leaflet and the user manual 
carefully before you use the appliance. Save both documents for future 
reference.
Preparing for use 
Filling the detachable water tank 
Do not put hot water, perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents,  
ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
Fill the water tank before use and as soon as the ‘water tank empty’ 
light flashes. 
 1 
Remove the detachable water tank from the steam generator and fill
the water tank with tap water.
Note: Your appliance has been designed to be used with tap water. If you live 
in an area with very hard water, fast scale build-up may occur. In this case, it is 
recommended to mix 50% distilled water and 50% tap water to prolong the 
life of your appliance. 
 2 
 Slide the water tank back into the steam generator (‘click’).
’Water tank empty’ light
When the water tank is almost empty, the ‘water tank empty’ light goes on. 
Fill the water tank and press the steam trigger to let the appliance heat up 
again. When the ‘iron ready’ light lights up continuously, you can continue 
steam ironing. 
ENGLISH
1  Steam supply hose
2  Iron platform 
3  Supply hose storage 
compartment
4  Cord storage compartment
5  Mains cord with plug 
6  ‘Water tank empty’ light 
7  On/off button with ECO mode
8  EASY DE-CALC light
9  EASY DE-CALC knob
10   Water level indication
11   Detachable water tank
12   Filling hole
13    Carry lock release button 
(specific types only)
14    Carry lock  
(specific types only)
15   Soleplate
16   ’Iron ready’ light
17   Steam trigger
18   Steam boost button