Philips SHL-5000 User Manual
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EasyCare
GC3260, GC3240, GC3232, GC3231, GC3230,
GC3221, GC3220
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ENGLISH 2 - 4
TI”NG VI◊T 5 - 7
BAHASA INDONESIAN 8 - 10
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Important
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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.
◗ Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
◗ Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself is damaged.
◗ 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.
◗ This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
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1 Remove any sticker, protective foil or plastic shield from the soleplate (fig. 1).
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The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. This will cease after a short while.
Preparing for use
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Filling the water tank
1 Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (fig. 2).
3 Open the cap of the filling opening.
4 Tilt the iron backwards and fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level by means of the filling cup
(fig. 3).
Do not fill the tank beyond the MAX indication.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing additives, chemically descaled water or other chemicals in
the water tank.
5 Close the cap of the filling opening ('click').
Setting the temperature
1 Put the iron on its heel and set the required ironing temperature by turning the temperature dial to the appropriate
position (fig. 4).
Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature:
- 1 Synthetic fabrics (e.g. acrylic, nylon, 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. Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of
synthetic fibres.
2 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket.
3 When the amber temperature light has gone out, wait a while before you start ironing (fig. 5).
The amber temperature light will go on from time to time during ironing.
Using the appliance
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Steam ironing
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
2 Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing for use', section 'Setting the temperature').
3 Select the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam setting you select is suitable for the ironing
temperature selected: (fig. 6).
- 1 - 2 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to 3)
- 3 - 4 for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX)
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The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been reached.
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If the selected ironing temperature is too low (MIN to 2), water may drip from the soleplate (see section 'Drip stop').
Ironing without steam
1 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (fig. 2).
2 Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter 'Preparing for use', section 'Setting the temperature').
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Features
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Spray function
You can use the spray function to remove stubborn creases at any temperature.
1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank.
2 Press the spray button several times to moisten the article to be ironed (fig. 7).
Shot of steam
A powerful shot of steam helps to remove stubborn creases.
The shot-of-steam function can only be used at temperature settings between 2 and MAX.
1 Press and release the shot-of-steam button (fig. 8).
Concentrated shot of steam from the special Steam Tip (types GC3260 and GC3240 only)
The forward-directed concentrated shot of steam enhances the distribution of steam into every part of your garment. The
concentrated shot-of-steam function can only be used at temperature settings between 2 and MAX.
1 Press and release the shot-of-steam button (fig. 9).
Vertical shot of steam
1 The shot-of-steam function can also be used when you hold the iron in vertical position (fig. 10).
This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc.
Never direct the steam at people.
Drip stop (types GC3260, 3240, 3232, 3231, 3230 only)
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.
Electronic safety shut-off function (type GC3260 only)
◗ The electronic safety shut-off function automatically switches the iron off if it has not been moved for a while (fig.
5).
◗ The red auto-off light starts blinking to indicate that the iron has been switched off by the safety shut-off function.
To let the iron heat up again, pick it up or move it slightly. The red auto-off light will go out.
- If the temperature light goes on, wait for it to go out before you start ironing.
- If the temperature light does not go on, the iron is ready for use.
Cleaning and maintenance
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After ironing
1 Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down.
2 Clean the appliance with a damp cloth. Wipe any scale or deposits off the soleplate with a non-abrasive (liquid)
cleaner.
3 Empty the water tank after cleaning (fig. 11).
4 Let the iron cool down. Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility and fix it with the cord clip.
5 Always store the iron standing on its heel in a safe and dry place (fig. 12).
Double-Active Calc System
The Double-Active Calc System guarantees a longer life for the iron.
◗ The anti-calc tablets prevent scale from clogging the steam vents. The tablets are constantly active and do not need
to be replaced (fig. 13).
◗ The Calc-Clean function helps remove scale particles. 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 Make sure the appliance is unplugged.
2 Set the steam control to position 0.
3 Fill the water tank to the maximum level.
Do not put vinegar or other descaling agents in the water tank.
4 Select the maximum ironing temperature.
5 Put the plug in the wall socket.
6 Unplug the iron when the temperature light has gone out.
7 Hold the iron over the sink, press and hold the Calc-Clean button and gently shake the iron (fig. 14).
Steam and boiling water will come out of the soleplate. Impurities and flakes (if any) will be flushed out.
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