
Philips PerfectCare Elite 
Steam generator iron
Max 7.2 bar pressure
Up to 490 g steam boost
1.8 L water tank capacity 
Detachable water tank
GC9644/20
Most powerful steam for the fastest ironing*
with Ultra-light iron
PerfectCare Elite is the best and most efficient steam generator iron from Philips. With 
OptimalTEMP technology, you can now iron from jeans to silk with no temperature 
setting needed.Guaranteed no burns on all ironable garments.
No temperature setting needed, guaranteed no burn
• Iron jeans to silk, no need to change temperature setting
• Safe to leave the hot soleplate on the ironing board
• Tested and approved by independent textile experts
Fast ironing with continuous powerful steam
• Powerful steam for ultimate crease removal
• Easy and efficient descaling system
• Philips best gliding and most scratch resistant soleplate
• Save energy with ECO mode
Ultimate ironing experience
• Light weight and comfortable to handle
• Large detachable water tank for easy refilling
• Safe and secure carry lock
• Automatic switch off for safety and energy saving

Steam generator iron
Max 7.2 bar pressure Up to 490 g steam boost, 1.8 L water tank capacity, Detachable water tank
Highlights
Ultra powerful steam
An ultra-fast ironing experience can be yours 
with revolutionary technology. The powerful 
and continuous steam tackles even rough 
creases, and thicker fabrics are smoothed out 
with ease and speed. Plus there's an extra 
steam boost if needed, perfect for vertical 
steaming or stubborn creases.
OptimalTEMP technology
Safe rest
Innovative OptimalTEMP technology 
guarantees no burn on all ironable fabrics. As 
well as the reassurance this provides whilst 
ironing, it also means you can leave the hot 
iron soleplate directly on your cotton ironing 
board without causing any damage. This helps 
to reduce any discomfort to your wrists, as 
you won't need to lift the iron to and from its 
base as often
Tested and approved
apparel care products are ideally suited for any 
wool garments.
Ultra-lightweight iron
Your steam generator's iron has the ideal 
weight: amazingly light weight and comfortable 
to handle. It glides easily over your garments, 
removes the toughest creases in no time, and 
reduces stress on your wrist. It makes also 
vertical steaming very easy and effective. You 
can now comfortably & effectively remove the 
creases of your delicate, like silk blouse, 
dresses, and jackets and even difficult to iron 
garments with pleats, decorations, buttons etc 
in a vertical way.
With OptimalTEMP technology you'll no 
longer have to waste time changing 
temperature settings, waiting for the 
temperature to adjust or pre-sorting clothes. 
Iron fabrics from jeans to silk, with guaranteed 
no burns thanks to the perfect combination of 
temperature and continuous powerful steam.
This iron is tested and approved by 
independent textile expert institutes such as 
DWI, IWTO and Woolmark, for its excellent 
ironing performance. The Woolmark Apparel 
Care program helps consumers identify quality 
laundry products that are approved by The 
Woolmark Company for use on wool 
products. Philips with its exclusive 
OptimalTEMP technology is so far the only 
ironing brand able to be certified with the Gold 
standard from Woolmark. You can be 
confident that our Woolmark-approved 
1.8 L detachable water tank
The detachable water tank allows you to easily 
refill anytime without stopping the appliance. It 
has a large filling hole so you can simply fill the 
water tank under the tap. It has a 1.8 L 
capacity, so you get the convenience of up to 2 
hours of continuous use, with no need to topup the tank.

Steam generator iron
Max 7.2 bar pressure Up to 490 g steam boost, 1.8 L water tank capacity, Detachable water tank
Specifications
Technology
• Cyclonic steam chamber
• For all ironable fabrics
•No burn
• No temperature setting needed
• OptimalTEMP Technology
• Smart Control Processor
Fast crease removal
• Continuous steam: Up to 145 g/min
• Power: Max 2400 W
• Pressure: Max 7.2 bar
• Ready to use: 2 min
• Steam boost: Up to 490 g
• Steam-on-demand
• Variable steam levels
• Vertical steam
• Voltage: 220 - 240 V
Easy to use
• Safe on all fabrics: Even delicates like silk
• Soleplate gliding performance: 5 stars
• Soleplate name: T-ionicGlide
• Water tank capacity: 1800 ml
• Detachable water tank
• Hose length: 1.7 m
•Low water alert
•Power cord length: 1.8 m
•Precision steam tip
• Ready to use: Light indica
• Refill any time during use
tor, Sound indicator
• Safety auto off
• Soleplate scratch resistance: 5 stars
• Tap water suitable
• Heat up time: 2 min
• Extra large filling hole
Scale management
• Descaling and cleaning: Easy De-calc Plus
• Descaling reminder: Light, Yes
Storage
• Carry lock: For transportation and safety
• Cord storage: Cord storage co 
fix
• Hose storage: Hose storage
mpartment, Velcro 
 compartment
Size and weight
• Packaging dimensions (WxHxL): 31 x 35 x 51 cm
• Product dimensions (WxHxL): 23.3 x 28.5 x 
.3 cm
45
• Weight of iron: 0.8 kg
• Weight of iron + base: 5.1 kg
Guarantee
• 2 year worldwide guarantee
Green efficiency
• Energy saving mode
• Product packaging: 100% recycable
• User manual: 100% recycled paper
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Issue date 2017-08-02
Version: 3.0.1
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All Rights reserved.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. 
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or their respective owners.
www.philips.com
* Iron weight & steam rate (norm IEC60311), vs. the 10 best selling 
steam generators; tested Dec. 2014