PHILIPS GC2016 User Manual

Mistral

GC2032,GC2030,GC2025,GC2020,GC,2016, GC2015,

GC2012,GC2011,GC2010,GC2006,GC2005

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DEUTSCH 11
FRANÇAIS 19
NEDERLANDS 27
ITALIANO 36

GC2032,2030,2025,2020,2016,2015,2012,2011,2010,2006,2005

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Important

For optimal safety, read these instructions carefully and look at the
illustrations before you start using the appliance.

- Never leave the iron unattended when it is connected to the
electrical outlet.

- Young children should not be allowed to use the appliance without
supervision. Keep an eye on children to make sure that they do not
play with the appliance.

- 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 plug from the wall socket.

- If the cord of this appliance is damaged,it must always be replaced
by Philips or a service centre authorised by Philips,as special tools
and/or parts are required.

- Never use the appliance if it is damaged in any way.

- This appliance is intended for household use only.

- Save these instructions for future reference.

Before first use

1 Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to

the voltage in your home before you connect the appliance.

2 Remove any sticker,protective foil or storage cover from the

soleplate.

3 Heat up the iron to maximum temperature and pass the iron

over a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any
residue 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.

Filling the water tank

Never immerse the iron in water.

1 Remove the plug from the wall socket.

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2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
3 Tilt the iron.

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4 Pour tap water into the water tank by means of the filling jug

and fill the tank to maximum level.

Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
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.

Setting the temperature

1 Put the iron on its heel.

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2 Set the temperature dial to the required ironing temperature

by turning it to the position of the temperature indicator.

- Check the garment label for the required ironing temperature.

- 1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, viscose, polyamide, polyester)

- 1 Silk

- 2 Wool

- 3 Cotton, 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.To prevent stains, avoid using the
spray function.

- Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature,
such as those made of synthetic fibres.

3 Put the plug in a grounded wall socket.
4 When the amber temperature pilot light has gone out,wait a

while before you start ironing.

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The amber pilot light will come on from time to time during ironing.

For auto-shut-off versions (types GC2032, 2030,2012 only):
If the auto-shut-off function has been activated (red pilot light blinks),

move the iron slightly to deactivate it (red pilot light stops blinking).

Steam ironing

Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.

1 Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.

See 'Setting the temperature'.

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2 Set the steam control to the appropriate steam position.

- q for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to 3)

- w for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX)

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Steaming will start as soon as the set temperature has been reached.

◗ Types GC2016,2015,2012, 2011,2010,2006,2005 only:Water may

leak from the soleplate if the set temperature is too low (MIN to

2).

Ironing without steam

1 Set the steam control to position O ( = no steam).
2 Set the temperature dial to the recommended position.

See 'Setting the temperature'.

Other features

Spraying

To remove stubborn creases at any temperature
Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.

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1 Press the spray button a couple of times to moisten the

laundry.

Extra Steam (types GC2020,2006,2005 only)

This function provides extra steam to remove stubborn creases.
The Extra Steam function only works at temperature settings between
3 and MAX.

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1 Set the steam control to highest position q.

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2 Press and hold the Extra Steam button down for max.5

seconds.

3 Wait for at least 1 minute before you use the Extra Steam

function again to prevent water from dripping out of the
soleplate.

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Shot of Steam (types GC2032,2030,2025,2016,2015, 2012,
2011,2010 only)

A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
The Shot-of-Steam function only works at temperature settings
between 2 and MAX.

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1 Press and release the Shot-of-Steam button.

Vertical Shot of Steam (types GC2032,2030,2025,2016,2015
only)

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1 The Shot of Steam function can also be used when you hold

the iron in vertical position.

Never direct the steam towards people.

Drip Stop (types GC2032,2030,2025,2020 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 (types GC2032,2030,2012 only)

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◗ An electronic safety device will automatically switch the heating

element off if the iron has not been moved for a while.

◗ 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:

1 Pick up the iron or move it slightly.
2 The red auto-off pilot light will go out.The amber temperature

pilot light will come on,depending on the soleplate
temperature.

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3 If the amber pilot light comes on after the iron has been

moved,wait for it to go out before you start ironing.

4 If the amber light does not come 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.

1 Set the steam control to position O.
2 Fill the water tank to the maximum level.

Do not pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank.

3 Set the temperature dial to MAX.
4 Put the plug in the wall socket.
5 Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out.

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6 Hold the iron over the sink and set the steam control to

position 1(Calc-Clean).The steam control knob will spring up
slightly.

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7 Pull the steam control up slightly and gently shake the iron.

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Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate.Impurities and
scale (if any) will be flushed out.

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8 Pull the steam control knob further up to remove the steam

control needle.Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the
needle.

Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.

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9 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.

Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot
of impurities.

After the Calc-Clean process

- Plug in the iron to let the soleplate dry up.

- Unplug the iron when the amber pilot light has gone out.

- Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any water
stains that may have formed on the soleplate.

- Let the iron cool down before you store it.

After ironing

1 Remove the plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool

down.

2 Wipe 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.

3 Clean the upper part of the appliance with a damp cloth.

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4 Regularly rinse the water tank with water.Empty the water

tank after cleaning.

Storage

1 Remove the plug from the wall socket and set the steam

control to position O.

2 Empty the water tank.

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3 Let the iron cool down.Wind the cord round the cord storage

facility and fix it with the cord clip.

4 Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry

place.

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Solution

Check the cord,the plug and the wall
socket.

Set the temperature dial to the
required temperature.

Fill the water tank (see Filling the
water tank).

Set to steam position q or w (see
Steam ironing).

Set the temperature dial to a
temperature in the steam area (2
to MAX).Put the iron on its heel and
wait until the amber pilot light has
gone out before you start ironing.

Put the iron in horizontal position and
wait for a while before using the
(Vertical) Shot of Steam function
again.

Set the temperature dial to a
temperature in the steam area (2
to MAX).Put the iron on its heel and
wait until the amber pilot light has
gone out before you start ironing.

Use the Calc-Clean function a few
times (see 'Calc-Clean').

Shake the iron lightly to deactivate
the auto shut-off function:the pilot
light will stop blinking.

Set the temperature dial to a
temperature in the steam area (2
to MAX).Put the iron on its heel and
wait until the amber pilot light has
gone out before you start ironing.

Possible cause(s)

Connection problem.

Temperature dial set at MIN.

Not enough water in the water tank.

The steam control has been set to
position O.

The soleplate is not hot enough
and/or the Drip Stop function (types
GC2032,2030,2025, 2020 only) has
been activated.

The (Vertical) Shot of Steam function
has been used too often within a
very short period.

The soleplate is not hot enough.

Hard water forms flakes inside the
soleplate.

The auto shut-off function has been
activated.See "Automatic shut-off"
section.

The temperature has been set too
low.

Problem

The iron is plugged in but the
soleplate is cold.

No steam

No Shot of Steam (types GC2032,
2030,2025,2016, 2015,2012,2011,
2010 only) or no Vertical Shot of
Steam (types GC2032,2030,2025,2
016,2015 only).

Flakes and impurities come out of
the soleplate during ironing.

Red pilot light is blinking (type
GC2032,2030 only).

Water drips out of the soleplate
(types GC2016,2015,2012, 2011,
2010,2006,2005 only).

Information & 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.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarises the most common problems you could
encounter with your iron.Please read the different sections for more
details.If you are unable to solve the problem, please contact the
Philips Customer Care Centre in your country.

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Wichtig

Lesen Sie zu Ihrer Sicherheit zuerst diese Gebrauchsanweisung durch,
bevor Sie das Gerät zum ersten Mal benutzen.

- Lassen Sie das eingeschaltete Gerät niemals unbeaufsichtigt.

- Achten Sie darauf, dass Kinder das Gerät nicht unbeaufsichtigt
benutzen oder mit diesem Gerät spielen.

- Achten Sie beim eingeschlteten Gerät darauf, dass Sie nicht die
Bügelsohle berühren;sie wird sehr heiß.Geben Sie auch darauf Acht,
dass das Netzkabel nicht mit der heißen Bügelsohle in Berührung
kommt.

- Wenn Sie das Bügeln beenden,aber auch wenn Sie das Gerät
reinigen,den Wasserbehälter füllen oder leeren,auch dann wenn Sie
den Raum nur kurzfristig verlassen, so stellen Sie stets den
Dampfregler auf Position O,stellen Sie das Bügeleisen auf seine
Rückseite und ziehen Sie den Netzstecker aus der Steckdose.

- Wenn das Netzkabel defekt oder beschädigt ist, muss es von Philips
oder von einer durch Philips autorisierten werkstatt ersetzt werden,
da für die Reparatur Spezialwerkzeug und/oder spezielle Teile
benötigt werden.

- Verwenden Sie das Gerät nicht, wenn es in irgendeiner Hinsicht
defekt oder beschädigt ist.

- Dieses Gerät ist nur für den Gebrauch im Haushalt bestimmt.

- Bewahren Sie diese Gebrauchsanweisung zur späteren Einsicht auf.

Vor dem ersten Gebrauch

1 Prüfen Sie,ob die örtliche Netzspannung mit der

Spannungsangabe auf dem Typenschild übereinstimmt.

2 Entfernen Sie vor dem ersten Gebrauch von der Bügelsohle

alle Aufkleber, die Schutzfolie bzw.die Abdeckung.

3 Lassen Sie die Bügelsohle auf die maximale Temperatur

aufheizen,und führen Sie das Bügeleisen einige Minuten über
ein feuchtes Tuch,damit sich alle Reste von der Bügelsohle
lösen.

Einige Teile des Bügeleisens sind leicht eingefettet und können beim
ersten Gebrauch etwas Rauch abgeben. Das geht nach kurzer Zeit
vorüber.

Den Wasserbehälter füllen

Tauchen Sie das Bügeleisen niemals in Wasser

1 Ziehen Sie vor dem Füllen den Netzstecker aus der Steckdose.

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2 Stellen Sie den Dampfregler auf Position 0 (= kein Dampf).
3 Halten Sie das Gerät schräg.

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4 Füllen Sie den Wasserbehälter mit Hilfe des Bechers bis zur

Markierung MAX mit Leitungswasser.

Füllen Sie niemals mehr Wasser ein als bis zur Markierung MAX.
Wenn das Leitungswasser in Ihrer Gegend sehr hart ist,empfehlen wir

Ihnen die Verwendung von destilliertem Wasser.
Verwenden Sie keinen Essig, keine Wäschestärke bzw.-steife und kein

chemisch enthärtetes Wasser.

Einstellen der Bügeltemperatur

1 Stellen Sie das Bügeleisen auf den Rücken.

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2 Stellen Sie den Temperaturregler auf die erforderliche

Temperatur,indem Sie ihn auf die entsprechende Anzeige
drehen.

- Prüfen Sie die Bügelvorschrift auf dem Etikett des Wäschestücks.

- 1 Synthetics (z.B.Akryl,Viskose, Polyamid,Polyester)

- 1 Seide

- 2 Wolle

- 3 Baumwolle,Leinen

- Wenn Ihnen die Art des Materials nicht bekannt ist, so prüfen Sie die
Bügeltemperatur an einer Stelle, die bei normaler Verwendung der
Textilie nicht sichtbar ist.

- Bügeln Sie Seide,Wolle und Synthetics stets von links (auf der
Rückseite des Gewebes),damit keine glänzenden Stellen entstehen.

- Beginnen Sie stets mit den Textilien,die eine niedrige
Temperatureinstellung erfordern, also gfs. mit Synthetics.

3 Stecken Sie den Netzstecker in eine Schuko-Steckdose.
4 Warten Sie noch eine Weile,wenn die gelbe Kontroll-Lampe

erloschen ist,bevor Sie zu bügeln beginnen.

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Die gelbe Kontrollampe schaltet sich von Zeit zu Zeit an und wieder
aus.

(Nur Typen GC2032,2030,2012:) Automatische ausschaltung

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Wenn die automatische Ausschaltung das Gerät ausgeschaltet hat und
die rote Kontroll-Lampe leuchtet,so bewegen Sie das Bügeleisen ein
wenig hin und her, um es wieder einzuschalten.Die rote Kontroll­Lampe erlischt dann.

Dampfbügeln

Achten Sie darauf, daß genügend Wasser im Wasserbehälter ist.

1 Stellen Sie den Temperaturregler auf die erforderliche Position.

Vgl.den Abschnitt "Die Temperatur einstellen".

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2 Stellen Sie dann den Dampfregler auf die erforderliche Position.

- q für schwache Dampfabgabe (Temperatureinstellungen 2 bis

3)

- w für maximale Dampfabgabe (Temperatureinstellungen 3 bis
MAX)

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Dampfbügeln beginnen.

◗ (Nur T ypen GC2016, 2015,2012,2011,2010, 2006,2005:) W enn

die eingestellte Temperatur zu niedrig ist (MIN auf 2),kann
Wasser aus der Bügelsohle tropfen.

Trockenbügeln

1 Stellen Sie den Dampfregler auf Position 0 (= kein Dampf).
2 Stellen Sie den Temperaturregler auf die erforderliche

Temperatur.

Vgl.den Abschnitt "Die Temperatur einstellen".

Andere Anwendungen

Bügelgut einsprühen

Hartnäckige Falten bei beliebiger Temperatur ausbügeln
Achten Sie darauf, daß genügend Wasser im Wasserbehälter ist.

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1 Drücken Sie einige Male die Sprühtaste,um die Wäsche

anzufeuchten.