GC2800 Series 1 A B CDE F G H I M L K J 2 CALC CLEAN 3 4 5 0 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 English 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. general description (Fig. 1) A Spray nozzle B Cap of filling opening C Spray button 8 D Steam control - b= Calc-Clean function 0 = no steam - l = minimum steam - ; = maximum steam E Steam boost button \ F Auto-off light (GC2860 only) g Mains cord h Temperature light i Anti-Calc tablet (GC2860/GC2840/GC2830/ GC2820 only) Note: Anti-Calc tablet not visible from the outside. J K l M Type plate Water tank Temperature dial Soleplate 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. 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 O, 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. - Preparing for use Filling the water tank Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids, chemically descaled water or other chemicals in the water tank. 1 Switch off the appliance and unplug it. 2 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. 2). 3 Openthecapofthefillingopening. 4 Tilttheironandfillthewatertankuptomaximum level under the tap (Fig. 3). Note: Do not fill the water tank beyond the MAX indication. Note: If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to use distilled water. Do not use chemically descaled water. 5 Closethecapofthefillingopening(`click'). selecting the temperature and the steam settings Fabric type Linen Cotton Wool Silk Synthetic fabrics (e.g. Acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester). Temperature setting MAX 3 2 1 1 Steam setting & & $ 0 0 Steam boost Yes Yes N.A. N.A. N.A. 2 Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter`Preparingforuse',`Temperatureandsteam settingtable'). Features spray function You can use the spray function at any temperature to moisten the article to be ironed. This helps remove stubborn creases. 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. 5). steam boost function A powerful boost of steam helps to remove very stubborn creases. The steam boost function only works at temperature settings between 3 and MAX. 1 Press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 6). Vertical shot of steam 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. 1 Hold the iron in vertical position and press and release the steam boost button (Fig. 7). 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 hear a click 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. , Theredauto-offlightflashestoindicatethatthe iron has been switched off by the automatic shutoff function (Fig. 8). To let the iron heat up again: 1 Pick up the iron or move it slightly. , Theautomaticshut-offlightstopsflashing. , If the temperature of the soleplate has dropped below the set ironing temperature, the temperature light goes on. 2 If 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 1 Set the steam control to position 0, remove the plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. 2 Wipeflakesandanyotherdepositsoffthe 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. 3 Clean the upper part of the iron with a damp cloth. 4 Regularly rinse the water tank with water. Empty the water tank after you have rinsed it (Fig. 9). Double-Active Calc System (specific types only) Note: Refer to chapter `General description' for the specific type numbers. The Double-Active Calc System consists of an Anti-Calc tablet inside the water tank combined with the CalcClean function. - The Anti-Calc tablet prevents scale from clogging the steam vents. The tablet is constantly active and does not need to be replaced (Fig. 10). - The Calc-Clean function removes scale particles from the iron. 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 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. 1 To set the appropriate ironing temperature, turn the temperature dial to the appropriate position (see`Temperatureandsteamsettingstable')(Fig.4). 2 Set the appropriate steam setting (see `Temperatureandsteamsettingstable'). Note: Make sure that the steam setting you select is suitable for the set ironing temperature. 3 Put the iron on its heel. 4 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket. , The temperature light goes on. - - - 5 When the temperature light goes out, wait a while before you start ironing. , During ironing, the temperature light goes on from time to time. This indicates that the iron is heating up to the set temperature. 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. steam ironing 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. 2 Set the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter`Preparingforuse',`Temperatureandsteam settingtable'). 3 Set the appropriate steam setting. Make sure that the steam setting is suitable for the ironing temperature selected: - $ for minimum steam (temperature settings 2 and 3). - & for maximum steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX). Note:The iron starts to produce steam as soon as it has reached the set temperature. ironing without steam 1 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. 2). - 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. Before first use 1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate. 2 Let the iron heat up to maximum temperature and pass the iron over a piece of damp cloth for several minutes to remove any residues from the soleplate. 1 4239.000.7097.2 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. 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 pour vinegar or other descaling agents into the water tank. 4 Set the temperature dial to MAX (Fig. 11). 5 Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket. 6 Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes out. 7 Hold 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. 12). , Steam and boiling water come out of the soleplate. Impuritiesandflakes(ifany)areflushedout. 8 Release the steam control as soon as all the water in the tank has been used up. 9 Repeat the Calc-Clean process if the iron still contains a lot of impurities. After the Calc-Clean process 1 Put the plug back into the wall socket and let the iron heat up to let the soleplate dry. 2 Unplug the iron when the temperature light goes 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 Set the steam control to position 0, remove the plug from the wall socket and let the iron cool down. 2 Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility (Fig. 13). 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. 14). 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 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 The iron is plugged in, but the soleplate is cold. Cause There is a connection problem. The temperature dial is set to MIN. Solution Check the mains cord, the plug and the wall socket. Set the temperature dial to the required position. Fill the water tank (see chapter `Preparing for use', section `Filling the water tank'). Set the steam position to $ or & (see chapter `Using the appliance', section `Steam ironing'). Set an ironing temperature that is suitable for steam ironing ( 2 to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you start ironing. Continue ironing in horizontal position and wait a while before you use the steam boost function again. Set an ironing temperature at which 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. Use the Calc-Clean function one or more times (see chapter `Cleaning and maintenance', section `Calc-Clean function'). Pick the iron up or move it slightly to deactivate the automatic shut-off function. The automatic shut-off light goes out. The iron does not produce any steam. There is not enough water in the water tank. The steam control is set to position 0. The iron is not hot enough and/or the dripstop function has been activated. The steam boost function does not work properly. You have used the steam boost function too often within a very short period. The iron is not hot enough. Flakes and impurities come out of the soleplate during ironing. The light on the handle flashes (GC2860 only). Hard water forms flakes inside the soleplate. The automatic shut-off function has been activated (see chapter `Features', section `Automatic shutoff '). You have not closed the cap of the filling opening properly. The set temperature is too low for steam ironing. Water droplets drip on the fabric during ironing. Press the cap until you hear a click. Set an ironing temperature that is suitable for steam ironing ( 2 to MAX). Put the iron on its heel and wait until the temperature light goes out before you start iro ...