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General description (fig. 1)
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A
Temperature dial
B
Temperature indicator
C
Mains cord
D
Heel
E
Type plate
F
Soleplate
Important
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Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save
them for future reference.
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Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the
local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
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If the appliance is provided with an earthed plug, it must be plugged
into an earthed wall socket.
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Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself
shows visible damage or if the appliance has been dropped.
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Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
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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.
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Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the
mains.
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Never immerse the iron in water
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Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
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This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.
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The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause
burns if touched.
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Do not allow the cord to come into contact with the soleplate when
it is hot.
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When you have finished ironing, when you clean the appliance and
also when you leave the iron even for a short while: put the iron on
its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
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Always place and use the iron and the stand, if provided, on a stable,
level and horizontal surface.
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This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
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1
Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and clean it
with a soft cloth.
The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. This
will cease after a short while.
Setting the temperature
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1
Put the iron on its heel.
2
Set the required ironing temperature by turning the temperature dial
to the appropriate position (fig. 2).
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Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:
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1
Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
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1
Silk
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2
Wool
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3
Cotton, linen
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If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric the article is made of,
determine the appropriate ironing temperature by ironing a spot that
will not be visible when you wear or use the article. Start at a relatively
low temperature and gradually increase the temperature until you
obtain the required ironing result.
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Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric
to prevent shiny patches.
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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.
Answer
There may be a connection problem. Check the
mains cord, the plug and the wall socket.
The temperature dial may have been set to MIN.
Set the required ironing temperature (see section
'Setting the temperature').
Question
Why does the soleplate stay
cold, although I have plugged
the iron in?
Using the appliance
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1
Select the required ironing temperature (see section 'Setting the
temperature').
2
Let the iron heat up for two minutes before you start ironing.
If you set the temperature dial to a lower setting after you have ironed at a
high temperature, let the iron cool down for five minutes before you
continue ironing.
3
Start ironing when the temperature indicator has first gone out and
then goes on again (fig. 3).
B
The temperature indicator will go out from time to time during ironing.
Cleaning and maintenance
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1
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool
down.
2
Wipe the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid)
cleaner.
Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal objects.
3
Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.
Storage
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1
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
2
Wind the mains cord around the cord storage facility (fig. 4).
3
Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place
(fig. 5).
Environment
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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. 6).
Guarantee & service
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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.
Frequently asked questions
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This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter
with your iron. If you are unable to solve the problem, please contact the
nearest Philips Service Centre or one of its representatives. See the
worldwide guarantee leaflet for telephone numbers of the Philips Helpdesk
or visit our website at
www.philips.com
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4239 000 61001
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