User manual PHILIPS GC1703

[. . . ] 4 Let the iron heat up until the temperature light first goesoutandthengoesonagain(Fig. Using the appliance Note:The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. 3 After the temperature light has gone out, set thesteamcontroltotheappropriatesteam position. [. . . ] If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it 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. 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. Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron. The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched. 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. Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank. If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. 8 After you have used the Calc-Clean function, pressdownthesteamcontrolwhileyouturnitto positionO. Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you start ironing. Placethepointofthe needle exactly in the centre of the hole and fit the smallprojectiononthesideoftheneedleintothe slot(Fig. Environment Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. The spray function does not work (specific types only) Flakes and impurities come out of the soleplate during ironing. Water leaks from the soleplate while the iron cools down or after it has been stored. [. . . ] Com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer. Troubleshooting This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. [. . . ]