Philips GC3600 SERIES User Manual [bg]

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips. com/welcome.

This user manual contains information about the surprising features of this iron and some tips to make ironing easier and more enjoyable.

This iron is equipped with a special sensor-controlled handle and automatic energy-saving technology.

While you iron, the sensor in the handle ensures that the iron produces the optimal amount of steam. As 90% of the energy consumption of an iron

is used to create steam, energy consumption is optimised by optimising the steam output. When you intuitively put more force on the handle to remove stubborn creases, the iron automatically produces more steam.

When you do not press the handle, when you lift the iron and when the iron is standing on its heel or on its soleplate without any movement, the automatic energy-saving technology limits the steam output to reduce energy consumption.

We hope you enjoy using this iron.

Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference.

Danger

-- Never immerse the iron in water.

Warning

-- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.

-- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped or leaks.

-- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it 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.

-- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

-- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

-- Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron.

-- Do not use the appliance if the flexible rubber handle parts show visible damage.

Caution

-- Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. -- Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage.

-- The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched.

-- 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 0, put the iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

-- Always place and use the iron 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.

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.

General description (Fig. 1)

ASpray nozzle

BFilling opening

CCap of filling opening

DSteam boost button ( 9)

ESteam control

-- CALC CLEAN = Calc-Clean function -- 0 = no steam

-- l = minimum steam

-- ; = maximum steam

FSpray button ( 8)

GRed auto-off light (GC3660 only)

HTemperature dial

ITemperature light

JMains cord

KFlexible rubber handle part

LAnti-Calc tablet

MWater tank

NHeel

Not shown: filling cup

Before first use

1Remove any sticker, protective foil or plastic from the soleplate (Fig. 2).

Preparing for use

Filling the water tank

Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.

1Make sure the appliance is unplugged.

2Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. 3).

3Open the cap of the filling opening.

4Use the filling cup to fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level.Tilt the iron backwards to check if the water level has

reached the MAX indication (Fig. 4).

Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication.

5Close the cap of the filling opening (‘click’).

Setting the temperature

Temperature and steam settings

Fabric type	Temperature	Steam setting	Steam boost
	setting
Linen	MAX	;	Yes
Cotton	3	;	Yes
Wool	2	l	N.A.
Silk	1	0	N.A.
Synthetic fabrics	1	0	N.A.
(e.g. acrylic, nylon,
polyamide, polyester)

Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature. 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 is not visible when you wear or use the article.

Silk, woolen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent shiny patches.To prevent stains, do not use the spray function.  Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibers.

1Put the iron on its heel.

2To set the required ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to

the appropriate position (Fig. 5).

See table ‘Temperature and steam settings’.

3Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket. ,, The temperature light goes on (Fig. 6).

4When the temperature light goes out, wait a while before you start ironing.

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

Using the appliance

Note:The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time.This stops after a short while.

Sensor-controlled handle with energy-saving technology

-- While you iron, the sensor in the handle ensures that the iron produces the optimal amount of steam. As 90% of the energy consumption of an iron is used to create steam, energy consumption is optimised by optimising the steam output.When you intuitively put more force on

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the handle to remove stubborn creases, the iron automatically produces more steam.

-- When you do not press the handle, when you lift the iron and when the iron is standing on its heel or on its soleplate without any movement, the automatic energy-saving technology limits the steam output to reduce energy consumption (Fig. 7).

Steam ironing

1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.

2Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter‘Preparing for use’, table ‘Temperature and steam settings’).

3Set the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam setting is suitable for the set ironing temperature (see chapter ‘Preparing for use’, table ‘Temperature and steam settings’) (Fig. 8).

Note:The iron is ready for steam ironing as soon as it has reached the set ironing temperature.

Note: If the set ironing temperature is too low (MIN to 2), water may drip from the soleplate (see chapter ‘Features’, section ‘Drip stop’).

Ironing without steam

1Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. 3).

2Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter‘Preparing for use’, table ‘Temperature and steam settings’).

Features

Spray function

You can use the spray function to remove stubborn creases at any temperature.

1Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.

2Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed (Fig. 9).

Steam boost

A powerful steam boost helps to remove very stubborn creases. The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3and MAX.

1 Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 10).

Concentrated steam boost from the special SteamTip

(GC3640/GC3660 only)

The concentrated steam boost from the long vents in the Steam Tip enhances the distribution of steam into every part of your garment. The concentrated steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3 and MAX.

1Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 11).

Vertical steam boost

You can also use the steam boost function when you hold the iron in vertical position.This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.

1Hold the iron in vertical position and press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 12).

Never direct the steam at people.

Drip stop

This iron is equipped with a drip-stop function: the iron automatically stops producing steam when the temperature is too low, to prevent water from dripping out of the soleplate.When this happens, you may hear a sound.

Automatic shut-off function (specific types only)

The automatic shut-off function automatically switches off the iron if it has not been moved for a while.

,, The red auto-off light flashes to indicate that the iron has been switched off by the automatic shut-off function (Fig. 13).

To let the iron heat up again:

1Pick up the iron or move it slightly ,, The red auto-off light goes out.

,, If the temperature of the soleplate has dropped below the set ironing temperature, the temperature light goes on.

2If the temperature light goes on after you have moved the iron, wait for it to go out before you start ironing.

Note: If the temperature light does not go on after you move the iron, the soleplate still has the right temperature and the iron is ready for use.

Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning

1Set the steam control to position 0, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down.

2Wipe flakes and any other deposits off the soleplate with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive (liquid) cleaning agent.

To keep the soleplate smooth, avoid hard contact with metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals to clean the soleplate.

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

4Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water tank after you have rinsed it (Fig. 14).

Double-Active Calc System

The Double-Active Calc System consists of an Anti-Calc tablet inside the water tank combined with the Calc-Clean function.

1The Anti-Calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents.This tablet is constantly active and does not need to be replaced (Fig. 15).

2The Calc-Clean function removes the scale particles from the iron.

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), use the Calc-Clean function more frequently.

1Set the steam control to position 0 and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

2Fill the water tank to the maximum level.

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

3Set the temperature dial to MAX.

4Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.

5Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes out.

6Hold the iron over the sink. Push the steam control to the CALC CLEAN position and hold it. Gently shake the iron to and fro (Fig. 16).

,, Steam and boiling water come out of the soleplate. Impurities and flakes (if any) are flushed out.

7Release the steam control as soon as all the water in the tank has been used up.

8Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities.

After the Calc-Clean process

1Put the plug back into the wall socket and let the iron heat up to let the soleplate dry.

2Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes 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.

Storage

1Set the steam control to position 0, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down.

2Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility (Fig. 17).

Note: Make sure that the mains cord does not press down the handle during storage.

3 Store the iron on its heel in a safe and dry place.

Environment

-- Do not throw away the appliance 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 help to preserve the environment (Fig. 18).

Guarantee & service

If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer

Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide

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guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
The iron	There is a	Check the mains cord, the plug and
is plugged	connection	the wall socket.
in, but the	problem.
soleplate
stays cold.
	The temperature	Set the temperature dial to the
	dial is set to MIN.	required position.
The iron	There is not	Fill the water tank (see chapter
does not	enough water in the	‘Preparing for use’, section ‘Filling
produce any	water tank.	the water tank).
steam.
	The steam control	Set the steam control to l or ;
	is set to position 0.
		(see chapter ‘Preparing for use’,
		table ‘ Temperature and steam
		settings’).
	The iron is not hot	Set an ironing temperature that is
	enough and/or the	suitable for steam ironing ( 2to
	drip-stop function	MAX). Put the iron on its heel and
	has been activated.	wait until the temperature light
		goes out before you start ironing.
The steam	You used the steam	Continue ironing in horizontal
boost	boost function too	position and wait a while before
function	often within a short	you use the steam boost function
does not	period.	again..
work
properly.
	The iron is not hot	Set an ironing temperature at which
	enough.	the steam boost function can be
		used ( 3  to MAX). Put the
		iron on its heel and wait until the
		temperature light goes out before
		you use the steam boost function.
Water	You have not closed	Press the cap until you hear a click.
droplets drip	the cap of the filling
onto the	opening properly.
fabric during
ironing
	You have put an	Rinse the water tank and do not
	additive in the	put any additive in the water tank.
	water tank.
	You have used	Set the temperature dial to a
	the steam boost	setting between 3and MAX
	function at a
	temperature setting
	below 3.
	You have set a too	Set an ironing temperature that is
	low temperature	suitable for steam ironing ( 2to
	for steam ironing.	MAX). Put the iron on its heel and
		wait until the temperature light
		goes out before you start ironing
Water drips	You have put the	Empty the water tank before you
from the	iron in horizontal	store the iron. Store the iron on
soleplate	position with water	its heel.
after the iron	still left in the water
has cooled	tank.
down or has
been stored.
Flakes and	Hard water forms	Use the Calc-Clean function one or
impurities	flakes inside the	more times (see chapter ‘Cleaning
come out of	soleplate.	and maintenance’, section ‘Calc-
the soleplate		Clean function’).
during
ironing.

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
The red	The automatic shutMove the iron slightly to deactivate
auto-off light	off function has	the automatic shut-off function.The
flashes	switched off the	red auto-off light goes out.
(specific	iron (see chapter
types only).	‘Features’).

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