Philips gc1815 ユーザーズマニュアル
ENGLISH
General description (Fig. 1)
A
Spray nozzle (GC1830/1820/1815/1814/1730/1720/
1705)
B
Filling opening
C
Steam control
O = no steam
l
= moderate steam
;
= maximum steam
x
= Calc-Clean function
D
Spray button
T
(GC1830/1820/1815/1814/1730/172
0/1705)
E
Steam boost
9
(GC1830/1820/1815/1814)
F
Automatic shut-off light (GC1830 only)
G
Temperature light
H
Mains cord
I
Anticalc tablet (GC1830/1820/1730 only)
J
Type plate
K
Water tank
L
Temperature dial
Important
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.
If the appliance is provided with an earthed plug, it
must be plugged into 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.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
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.
This appliance is intended for household use only.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
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.
Before first use
1
Remove any sticker or protective foil from the
soleplate.
2
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.
Note: The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for
the first time. This will cease after a short while.
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
Filling the water tank
Never immerse the iron in water.
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Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
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Set the steam control to position O (= no
steam) (Fig. 2).
3
Tilt the iron backwards.
4
Fill the water tank with tap water up to the
maximum level. (Fig. 3)
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents,
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents,
ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise
you to mix it with an equal amount of distilled
water or to use distilled water only.
Setting the temperature
Setting the temperature
1
Put the iron on its heel.
2
Set the required ironing temperature by turning the
temperature dial to the appropriate position (Fig. 4).
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing
temperature:
1
Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide,
polyester)
1
Silk
2
Wool
3
Cotton, linen
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. Avoid using the
spray function to prevent stains.
Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing
temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibres.
3
Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
4
When the temperature light has gone out, wait a
while before you start ironing (Fig. 5).
The temperature light will go on from time to time
during ironing.
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
Steam ironing
1
Make sure that there is enough water in the water
tank.
2
Select the recommended ironing temperature (see
chapter ‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Setting the
temperature’).
3
After the temperature light has gone out, set
the steam control to the appropriate steam
position. Make sure that the steam setting you
select is suitable for the ironing temperature
selected: (Fig. 6)
l
for moderate steam (temperature settings
2
to
3
)
;
for maximum steam (temperature settings
3
to
MAX)
The iron will start steaming as soon as the set
temperature has been reached.
Ironing without steam
1
Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
2
Select the recommended ironing temperature (see
chapter ‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Setting the
temperature’).
Features
Spray function (specific types only)
Features
Spray function (specific types only)
You can use the spray function to remove stubborn
creases at any temperature.
1
Make sure that there is enough water in the water
tank.
2
Press the spray button several times to moisten the
article to be ironed (Fig. 7).
Steam boost (specific types only)
Steam boost (specific types only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn
creases.
The steam boost function can only be used at
temperature settings between
3
and MAX.
1
Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 8).
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Wait a while before using the button again to avoid
spluttering.
Never direct the steam at people.
Never direct the steam at people.
Vertical steam boost (GC1830/GC1820/
GC1815/1814 only)
1
The steam boost function can also be used when
you are holding the iron in vertical position. This is
useful for removing creases from hanging clothes,
curtains, etc (Fig. 9).
Never direct the steam at people.
Automatic shut-off (GC1830 only)
The electronic shut-off function automatically switches
the heating element off if the iron has not been moved
for a while.
The auto-off light starts blinking to indicate that the
iron has been switched off by the safety shut-off
function (Fig. 10).
In horizontal position, this will happen after 30
seconds.
In vertical position, this will happen after 8 minutes.
To let the iron heat up again:
Pick up the iron or move it slightly. The auto-off light
goes out.
If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out
before you start ironing.
If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is
ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
Cleaning and maintenance
After ironing
1
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let
the iron cool down.
2
Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate
with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid)
cleaner.
To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid hard
contact with metal objects. Never use a scouring pad,
vinegar or other chemicals to clean the soleplate.
3
Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp
cloth.
4
Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty
the water tank after cleaning.
Double-Active Calc System
GC1830/1820/1730: The anti-calc tablet prevents
Double-Active Calc System
GC1830/1820/1730: The anti-calc tablet prevents
scale from clogging the steam vents. The anti-calc
tablet is constantly active and does not need
replacement (Fig. 11).
The Calc-Clean function removes the scale
particles.
Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. If the
water in your area is very hard (i.e. when flakes come out
of the soleplate during ironing), the Calc-Clean function
should be used more frequently.
1
Set the steam control to position O.
2
Set the temperature dial to MAX.
3
Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the
water tank.
4
Put the plug in the wall socket.
5
Unplug the iron when the temperature light has
gone out.
6
Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam
control to the Calc-Clean position
x
. (Fig. 12)
7
Pull the steam control slightly upwards and gently
shake the iron until all water in the tank has been
used up.
Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate.
Scale (if any) will be flushed out.
8
After having used the Calc-Clean function, press
down the steam control while turning it to position
O.
Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the water coming out of
the iron still contains scale particles.
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