Philips GC3111 - Инструкция по эксплуатации - Страница 5

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

Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, 

chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank.
Never immerse the iron in water.

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 Switch off the appliance and unplug it.

 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam).

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 Open the cap of the filling opening.

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 Tilt the iron backwards.

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 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level with the 

filling cup. 

Do not fill the tank beyond the MAX indication.

Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled 

water.

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 Close the cap of the filling opening (‘click’).

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.

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

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

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 Silk 

2

 Wool 

3

 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.

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 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

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