Philips gc4023 User Manual

Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and
save them for future reference.
◗ Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to

the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.

◗ Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
◗ 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 and the stand, if provided, 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 and the stand, if provided, on a

stable, level and horizontal surface.

◗ Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids

or other chemicals in the water tank.

◗ This appliance is intended for household use only.

C

Remove any sticker or protective foil and the storage cover

(GC4043,40,28,25 only) from the soleplate.

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.

B

Filling the water tank

Never immerse the iron in water.

Make sure the appliance is unplugged.

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