Philips Mistral GC2225 Manual de usuario
Mistral
GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2120, GC2115, GC2110, GC2105
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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.
◗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.
Before first use
1Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to
the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
C2Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
3Heat up the iron to maximum temperature and pass the iron
over a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any
residues from the soleplate.
The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time
This will cease after a short while.
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Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
C2Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
3Open the filling cap.
(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215 and GC2120 only)
4Tilt the iron.
C5Use a measuring cup to fill the water tank up to maximum level.
6Close the filling cap (click!).
(types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215 and GC2120 only)
If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled
water. Do not use vinegar, starch or chemically descaled water.
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
Setting the temperature
1Put the iron on its heel.
C2Set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature
by turning it to the appropriate position.
- Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature.
-1Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)
-1Silk
-2Wool
-3Cotton, linen
- If you do not know what kind of fabric(s) a garment is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will
be invisible when you wear the garment.
- Silk, woollen and synthetic materials; iron the reverse side of the
fabric to prevent shiny patches.Avoid using the spray function to
prevent stains.
3Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
4When the amber temperature light has gone out, wait a while
before you start ironing.
BThe amber pilot light will go on from time to time during ironing.
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For versions with auto shut-off (type GC2225 only) (see
also 'Other features')
C◗If the automatic shut-off function has been activated (red pilot
light blinks), move the iron slightly to deactivate this function (red
pilot light stops blinking).
Using the appliance
Steam ironing
Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
1Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See 'Setting the temperature'.
C2Set the steam control to the appropriate steam position.
-Áfor minimum steam (temperature settings 2and 3).
-Ëfor moderate steam (temperature settings 3to MAX) (Types
GC2225, GC2220, GC2215 and GC2120 only).
-Èfor maximum steam (temperature settings 3to MAX).
BSteaming will start as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
Types GC2215, GC2120, GC2115, GC2110 and GC2105 only
Water may leak from the soleplate if the set temperature is too low
(MIN to 2).
GC2225 and GC2220 only.
The iron is equipped with a drip stop system (see also 'Other features).
Ironing without steam
1Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
2Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.
See 'Setting the temperature'.
Other features
Spraying
To remove stubborn creases at any temperature
1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
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C2Press the spray button several times to moisten the garment to
be ironed.
Extra Steam (type GC2105 only)
This function provides extra steam to remove really stubborn creases.
The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between
3and MAX.
C1Set the steam control to maximum position È.
C2Press and hold the Steam Control button down for max. 5
seconds.
3Wait at least 1 minute before using Extra Steam again to
prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.
Shot of Steam (GC2225, GC2220, GC2215, GC2120, GC2115
and GC2110 only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove very stubborn creases.
The Shot-of-Steam function only works at temperature settings
between 2and MAX.
C1Press and release the Shot-of-Steam button.
Vertical Shot of Steam (types GC2225, GC2220, GC2215,
GC2120 and GC2115 only)
C1The Shot-of-Steam 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.
Never direct the steam towards people.
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Drip Stop (types GC2225, GC2220 only)
This iron is equipped with a drip stop function: the iron automatically
stops steaming when the temperature is too low to prevent water
from dripping out of the soleplate.When this happens you will hear a
click.
Automatic shut-off (type GC2225 only)
An electronic safety device will automatically switch the heating
element off if the iron has not been moved for a while.
C◗To indicate that the heating element has been switched off, the
red auto-off pilot light will start blinking.
To heat up the iron again:
1Pick up the iron or move it slightly.
2The red auto-off pilot light will go out.The amber temperature
pilot light will go on, depending on the soleplate temperature.
3If the amber pilot light goes on after the iron has been moved,
wait for it to go out before you start ironing.
4If the amber light does not go on after the iron has been
moved, the iron is ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
Calc-Clean
The Calc-Clean function removes scale and impurities.
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.
1Set the steam control to position O.
2Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank..
C3Set the temperature dial to MAX.
4Put the plug in the wall socket.
5Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out.
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6Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to
position 1(Calc-Clean).The steam control knob will spring up
slightly.
C7Pull the steam control knob upwards to remove the steam
control needle.
C8Move the iron to and fro.
BSteam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate. Impurities and
scale (if any) will be flushed out.
C9Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle.
Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.
C10 Put the steam control needle back by inserting the point of the
needle exactly in the centre of the hole and by fitting the small
projection on the side of the needle into the slot. Set the
steam control knob to position O.
11 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of
impurities.
After the Calc-Clean process
1Plug the iron in to let the soleplate dry up.
2Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out.
3Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any
water stains that may have formed on the soleplate.
4Let the iron cool down before you store it.
After ironing
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron
cool down.
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2Wipe scale and any other deposits off the soleplate with a
damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaner.
Keep the soleplate smooth: avoid hard contact with metal objects.
Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals.
3Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.
4Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water
tank after cleaning.
Storage
1Remove the mains plug from the wall socket, let the iron cool
down and set the steam control to position O.
C2Empty the water tank.
C3Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility.
4Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry
place.
Environment
C◗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.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips
Web site 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.
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