User manual PHILIPS GC4410

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] Steam boost function A steam boost from the special Steam Tip soleplate helps remove stubborn creases. The steam boost enhances the distribution of steam into every part of your garment. The steam boost function can only be used at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. This is useful for removing creases from hanging clothes, curtains etc. 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. The automatic shut-off function automatically switches off the iron if it has not been moved for a while. Note: If the amber 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. delicate fabric protector (GC4425 , GC4415 only) The delicate fabric protector protects delicate fabrics from heat damage and shiny patches. With the delicate fabric protector you can iron delicate fabrics (silk, wool and nylon) at temperature settings 3 to MAX in combination with all steam functions available on the iron. the delicate fabric protector reduces the soleplate temperature instantly , thus allowing you to iron delicate fabrics safely. 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. 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. Using the Calc-Clean function Use the Calc-Clean function once every two weeks. When flakes come out of the soleplate during ironing), use the Calc-Clean function more frequently. Heat-resistant protective cover (GC4444, GC4440 only) You can store the iron on the heat-resistant protective cover immediately after ironing. Insert the tip of the soleplate into the heat-resistant protective cover (1) and then press down the heel of the iron (). 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. Guarantee & service If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www. [. . . ] Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light has gone out before you use the steam boost function. You have not Press the cap until you hear a closed the cap of click. You have used the steam boost function at a temperature setting below 3. Water drips from the soleplate after the iron has cooled down or has been stored. [. . . ]