Philips GC4563 Steam Iron User Manual

Introduction

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Important

Read this important information carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference.
This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

Danger

Never immerse the appliance 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 functions abnormally in any way, or if the appliance has been dropped or leaks.
Do not immerse the iron or (for cordless iron) base in water.
If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, or 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.
Always unplug the appliance from the socket-outlet before you fill the water reservoir. For cordless, the iron must be removed from the base before you fill the water reservoir.
Cordless iron must only be used with the base provided.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
Older children aged 8 or over are only allowed to clean the appliance and perform the Calc-Clean procedure under supervision.
Keep the iron and its mains cord out of the reach of children less than 8 years of age when the appliance is switched on or cooling down.
Always place the base (for cordless iron) and use the iron on a stable, level, and horizontal surface.
The appliance must be used and placed on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. When you place the iron on its heel or its stand, make sure that the
surface on which you place it is stable.
Do not let the mains cord come into contact with the hot soleplate of the iron.
(For cordless iron) Do not do ironing with the base attached to the iron.
Otherwise, the supply cord will easily get damaged. The steam iron is designed for cordless ironing only.

Warning: For iron models with Quick Calc Release

Do not open and remove the Quick Calc Release collector from the appliance during use.
Do not use other collectors on the appliance than the Quick Calc Release collector that has been supplied with the appliance.
Do not fill water at the channel of the Quick Calc Release opening.
Do not insert your finger and pointed objects into the Quick Calc Release opening.

CAUTION: Hot surface (Fig. 1)

Surfaces are liable to get hot during use (for irons with ‘hot’ symbol marked on the appliance).

Caution

Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
Check the mains cord regularly for possible damage.
Fully unwind the mains cord before you plug it in the wall socket.
The soleplate of the iron can become extremely hot and may cause burns if touched.
Descale the iron regularly according to the instructions in chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance in the user manual.
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 the ‘dry ironing’ position, put the iron on its heel and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
Type of water to use: The appliance is suitable to be used with tap water. However, if you live in an area with hard water, we recommend that you mix an equal amount of tap water with distilled or demineralized water. This will prevent fast-scale build-up and prolong the lifetime of the appliance.
Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank.
The plug must only be connected to a socket with the same technical characteristics as plug.
The filling hole must not be open during operation.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.

Recycling

This symbol (Fig.2) means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).
Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products. Correct disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Guarantee and support

If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the separate worldwide guarantee leaflet.

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