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General description
ASpray nozzle (GC1830/1820/1815/1814/1720/1705) B Filling opening
C Steam control
O = no steam
l= moderate steam ; = maximum steam x =
DSpray button T (GC1830/1820/1815/1814/1720/1705) E Steam boost 9 (GC1830/1820/1815/1814)
F Automatic
H Mains cord
I Anticalc tablet (GC1830/1820 only) J Type plate
K Water tank
L Temperature dial
Important
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.
◗Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
◗Do not use the appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself shows visible damage, or if the appliance has been dropped or is leaking.
◗Check the cord regularly for possible damage.
◗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 appliance unattended when it is connected to the mains.
◗Never immerse the iron and the stand, if provided, 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.
◗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 and the stand, if provided, on a stable, level and horizontal surface.
◗This appliance is intended for household use only.
Before first use
1Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate.
2Let 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.
BThe iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time.This will cease after a short while.