Philips GC2320, GC2305, GC2310 User Manual
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GC2425, GC2420, GC2415, GC2330, GC2326, GC2325,
GC2320, GC2315, GC2310, GC2305
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ITALIANO 23
PORTUGUÊS 32
GC2425, GC2420, GC2415, GC2330, GC2326,
GC2325, GC2320, GC2315, GC2310, GC2305
General description
A Spray nozzle
B Filling cap (GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)
C Shot-of-steam button (GC2425/2420/2415/
GC2330/2326/2325/2320/2315/2310 only)
D Spray button T
E Steam control
- O = no steam
- Á = minimum steam
- q = moderate steam
(GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320 only)
- w = maximum steam
- 1 = Calc-Clean function
F Extra-steam function (GC2305 only)
G Temperature light
H Automatic shut-off light (GC2425/GC2330 only)
I Temperature dial
J Mains cord
K Type plate
L Anti-calc tablet
M Water tank
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 iron unattended when it is connected to the mains.
◗ Never immerse the iron 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.
◗ Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch,descaling agents, ironing aids
or other chemicals in the water tank.
◗ 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.
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◗ Place and use the iron on a stable ironing board or table.
◗ If a stand is provided with the appliance, ensure that the stand is
placed on a stable surface.
◗ This appliance is intended for household use only.
Preparing for use
Filling the water tank
1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
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2 Set the steam control to position O (= no steam).
3 Open the filling cap (specific types only).
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4 Tilt the iron and fill the water tank up to maximum level.
Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.
5 Close the filling cap (click!) (specific types 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.
Setting the temperature
◗ 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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1 Put the iron on its heel and set the temperature dial to the
required ironing temperature by turning it to the appropriate
position.
- 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 or kinds of fabric an article is made of,
determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will
not be visible when you wear or use the article.
- Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the
fabric to prevent shiny patches. Avoid using the spray function to
prevent stains.
2 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
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3 When the temperature light has gone out, wait a while before
you start ironing.
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The temperature light will go on from time to time during ironing.
Using the appliance
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.
- Á for minimum steam (temperature settings 2 and 3).
- Ë for moderate steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX)
(specific types only).
- È for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX).
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Steaming will start as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
GC2415/2320/2315/2310/2305 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'.
Features
Spraying
To remove stubborn creases at any temperature
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
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2 Press the spray button several times to moisten the garment to
be ironed.
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Extra Steam (GC2305 only)
This function provides extra steam to remove really 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 maximum position È.
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2 Press and hold the Steam Control button down for
max. 5 seconds.
3 Wait at least 1 minute before using Extra Steam again to
prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.
Shot of Steam (specific types only)
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove very 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 (specific types only)
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1 The 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.
Drip stop (GC2425/2420/GC2330/2326/2325 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.
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Automatic shut-off (GC2425/GC2330 only)
An electronic safety device will automatically switch the heating
element off if the iron has not been moved for a while.
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◗ To indicate that the heating element has been switched off,the
automatic shut-off light will start blinking.
To heat up the iron again: pick it up or move it slightly.The automatic
shut-off light will go out.
1 If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before
you start ironing.
2 If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is ready for
use.
Cleaning and maintenance
Double-Active Calc System
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◗ The anti-calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents.
The tablet is constantly active and does not need to be replaced.
◗ The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles.
Calc-Clean function
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..
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3 Set the temperature dial to MAX.
4 Put the plug in the wall socket.
5 Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
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 knob upwards to remove the steam
control needle.
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8 Hold the iron over the sink and move it to and fro.
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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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9 Use vinegar to remove scale, if any, from the needle.
Do not bend or damage the steam control needle.
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10 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
1 Plug the iron in to let the soleplate dry up.
2 Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
3 Move the iron gently over a piece of used cloth to remove any
water stains that may have formed on the soleplate.
Storage
1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket, let the iron cool
down and set the steam control to position O.
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2 Clean the appliance and 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.
Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals.
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3 Regurarly rinse the water tank with water and empty it after
cleaning.
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4 Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility.
5 Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry
place.
Environment
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◗ 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
website 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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Solution
Check the mains cord, the plug and
the wall socket.
Set the temperature dial to the
required position.
Fill the water tank (see 'Preparing for
use'; section 'Filling the watertank'.)
Set the steam position to Á, Ë or È
(see 'Using the appliance', section
'Steam ironing').
Set the temperature dial to a position
in the steam area (2 to MAX). Put
the iron on its heel and wait until the
temperature light has gone out before
you start ironing.
Put the iron in horizontal position and
wait a while before using the (Vertical)
Shot of Steam function again.
Set the temperature dial to a position
in the steam area (2 to MAX). Put
the iron on its heel and wait until the
temperature light has gone out before
you start ironing.
Use the Calc-Clean function a few
times (see 'Cleaning and maintenance',
section 'Calc-Clean').
Pick the iron up or move it slightly to
deactivate the automatic shut-off
function: the red light will stop blinking.
Press the filling cap until you hear a
click.
Set the temperature dial to a position
in the steam area (2 to MAX). Put
the iron on its heel and wait until the
temperature light has gone out before
you start ironing.
Empty the water tank and set the
steam control to position O after use.
Store the iron on its heel.
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 (specific
types 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 automatic shut-off function has
been activated (see 'Other features',
section 'Automatic shut-off').
The filling cap has not been closed
properly.
The temperature has been set too
low.
The iron has been put in horizontal
position while there was still water in
the water tank.
Problem
The iron is plugged in but the soleplate
is cold.
No steam
No shot of steam or no Vertical Shot
of Steam (specific types only).
Flakes and impurities come out of the
soleplate during ironing.
Red light is blinking (GC2425 and
GC2330 only).
Water droplets on fabric
(GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2
325/2320 only)
Water droplets on fabric
(GC2415/2320/2315/2310/2305 only)
Water drips from the soleplate after
the iron has cooled down or has been
stored.
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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Descripción general
A Boquilla del pulverizador
B Tapón de llenado (sólo modelos
GC2425/2420/2415/GC2330/2326/2325/2320)
C Botón de supervapor (sólo modelos GC2425/2420/2415/
GC2330/2326/2325/2320/2315/2310)
D Botón pulverizador T
E Control de vapor
- O = sin vapor
- Á = vapor mínimo
- q = vapor moderado (sólo modelos GC2425/2420/2415/
GC2330/2326/2325/2320)
- w = vapor máximo
- 1 = función Calc-Clean
F Función de Vapor Extra (sólo modelo GC2305)
G Piloto de temperatura
H Piloto de desconexión automática (sólo modelos GC2425/GC2330)
I Dial de temperatura
J Cable de red
K Placa de modelo
L Pastilla antical
M Depósito de agua
Importante
Antes de utilizar el aparato, lea atentamente estas instrucciones de uso
y consérvelas por si necesitara consultarlas en el futuro.
◗ Antes de conectar la plancha, compruebe si el voltaje indicado en
la placa de modelo se corresponde con el voltaje de red local.
◗ Conecte el aparato sólo a un enchufe provisto de toma de tierra.
◗ No utilice el aparato si la clavija,el cable o el mismo aparato
tuvieran algún daño visible, o si el aparato se hubiera caído o
sufriera alguna fuga.
◗ Compruebe regularmente el cable por si estuviera dañado.
◗ Si el cable de red está dañado,siempre debe ser sustituido por
Philips, por un Servicio de Asistencia Técnica de Philips o por
personal cualificado, para evitar que se produzcan situaciones
peligrosas.
◗ Mantenga vigilada la plancha cuando esté enchufada a la red.
◗ No sumerja nunca la plancha en agua.
◗ Mantenga el aparato lejos del alcance de los niños.
◗ La suela de la plancha puede alcanzar temperaturas extremas y
puede causar quemaduras si se toca. No permita que el cable de
red toque la suela cuando ésta esté caliente.
◗ No eche en el depósito de agua perfume, vinagre, almidón,
productos descalcificadores,productos que ayuden al planchado ni
otros productos químicos.
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