Philips GC1720/02 - Инструкция по эксплуатации - Страница 7

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 according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on 

scientific evidence available today.

Before first use

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 Remove any sticker or protective foil 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.

Preparing for use

Filling the water tank

Never immerse the iron in water.

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 Make sure the appliance is unplugged.

 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam) (Fig. ).

 Tilt the iron backwards.

 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level.  (Fig. )

Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.

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

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 Put the iron on its heel.

 To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to the appropriate 

position (Fig. ).

Check the laundr y care label for the required ironing temperature:

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 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acr ylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester) 

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 Silk 

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 Wool 

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 Cotton, linen 

If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an ar ticle is made of, determine the right ironing 

temperature by ironing a par t that is not visible when you wear or use the ar ticle.

Silk, woollen and synthetic materials; iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent shiny patches. 

Avoid using the spray function to prevent stains.

Star t ironing the ar ticles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of 

synthetic fibres.

 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

 Let the iron heat up until the temperature light first goes out and then goes on again (Fig. 5).

Note: The temperature light goes on from time to time during ironing.

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